An Irvington man has been charged with distributing cocaine, possessing distribution quantities of fentanyl and heroin, trafficking multiple firearms, and possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, U.S. Attorney…
Irvington man facing cocaine, fentanyl, heroin, gun charges
Old home makes way for new homes
ORANGE — It took about an hour for the 143-year-old building at 179 Central Place to come down. “It was built in 1881,” said Walter D. McNeil Jr., executive director…
World premiere in NYC of ‘It’s A to Z: The Art of Arleen Schloss’
A Bloomfield resident’s documentary film “It’s A to Z: The Art of Arleen Schloss” will have its world premiere at the New York City Chain Film Festival on Friday, July…
Teacher displays his youthful artwork
Tom Wallace, 85, a retired Ridgewood School District art teacher and 45-year Glen Ridge resident, will be exhibiting his artwork at the Glen Ridge Train Station until the end of…
Community center, better fields coming to Monte Irvin in Orange
ORANGE — A community center is being built in Monte Irvin Orange Park where two baseball/softball fields in the park’s northern section are simultaneously being modernized. “When we started our…
Classic cars draw a crowd to Broad St.
The classic car display on Broad Street, a Wednesday night summertime staple, had about 30 cars lined up last week. As often the case, owners were more than happy to…
Heat nor rain can stop Maplewoodstock
MAPLEWOOD — Maplewoodstock, the annual music and art festival in Memorial Park, was held last weekend before a large and energetic crowd that dealt with oppressive heat, heavy rain and…
Photo Gallery: Maplewoodstock, Day 2
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Re-elected council members sworn in
Four re-elected Irvington council members were recently sworn in, having been reelected to an additional term. The oath of office was administered July 1 to Council President Jamillah Z.…
District has a new super with a plan
The East Orange School District has a new superintendent. The Board of Education announced last week that Christopher C. Irving had been hired as the district’s new superintendent and that…
Nia Fellowship Baptist celebrates their church
WEST ORANGE — Nia Fellowship Baptist Church will be celebrating the 10th anniversary of the acquisition of their church building during the 10 a.m. worship experience on July 21. Nia…
Fatal fire is under investigation
An investigation is underway into a house fire that claimed the lives of an adult and two of her grandchildren. Shortly after 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 13, the West…
Be driven by a Car Loan you can trust
Pre-approval advice from Nutley’s Credit Union Most drivers aren’t motivated to apply for financing before shopping for their first or next ride. What you might not realize is…
Nassan’s Place founder is honored
Nadine Wright-Arbubakkr has been given a $25,000 Russ Berrie award, recognizing her work with an East Orange based non-profit that helps people with autism and their families in underserved areas.…
WOHS graduate awarded ‘Future Female Leader’ scholarship
Olivia Raymond was awarded a Future Female Leader scholarship by the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). “It feels amazing!” said Raymond, who graduated from West Orange High School…
Bloomfield Reds U10 boys soccer team battles nation’s top squad
BLOOMFIELD, NJ — The 2014 Bloomfield Reds boys soccer team may have pulled off one of…
MVP Sports Camps offered in Glen Ridge
GLEN RIDGE, NJ — The annual MVP Sports Camps currently is taking place at Glen Ridge…
East Orange basketball camp teaches life lessons
EAST ORANGE, NJ — For the first time, East Orange-based non-profit Alumni United USA Inc. sponsored…
‘Jingle Brawls’ to take place in December, as local police and firefighters to battle in the ring for a good cause
ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Police officers and firefighters are vital members of any community, risking their…
Heningburg brothers enjoying great lacrosse year
MAPLEWOOD/SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Maplewood natives Jules Heningburg and his brother, Dylan Heningburg, are enjoying great…
UNC star point guard Elliot Cadeau from West Orange brings European youth hoop teams to U.S.
WEST ORANGE, NJ — For the past few years, Elliot Cadeau has been an inspiration to…
West Orange gymnast Alana Walker rises to the top
WEST ORANGE, NJ — As the Summer Olympics in Paris approaches, many youngsters can’t help…
U11 Bloomfield Thunder girls soccer squad earns top-20 state ranking
BLOOMFIELD, NJ — The 2013 U11 Bloomfield Thunder girls soccer team is currently ranked No. 17…
Glen Ridge HS track and field athletes earn conference honors
GLEN RIDGE, NJ — The following Glen Ridge High School boys and girls track and field…
Orange quarterback Ta’Quan Roberson transfers to Kansas State University
ORANGE, NJ — Ta’Quan Roberson has found a new home. The Orange native and quarterback will…
Irvington HS recent graduate DJ Mangan will continue football career at the Univ. of Buffalo
IRVINGTON, NJ — Irvington High School recent graduate DJ Mangan will continue his football career at…
