CCR calls for submissions for Lookbook

MAPLEWOOD / SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — The South Orange-Maplewood Community Coalition on Race announces the launch of Lookbook as part of its ongoing marketing efforts to promote the welcoming and inclusive nature of the two towns, according to a recent press release. A collection of digital postcards, Lookbook will feature SOMA residents sharing what the […]

MTL, community donate 49 Thanksgiving turkeys

MTL, community donate 49 Thanksgiving turkeys

WEST ORANGE, NJ — The Mountain Top League held its fourth annual food drive on Nov. 21 to benefit the Holy Trinity Food Pantry; once again, the West Orange community came through in a big way! In just more than two hours, the community donated more than 50 grocery bags filled with 49 turkeys, 10 […]

NJ Transit provides ‘Commuter Tool Kit’

NEWARK, NJ — NJ Transit unveiled a new cohesive customer campaign recently that is designed to bring attention to a variety of “tools” available to customers on how to obtain transit information for a better travel experience, according to a press release. “The Commuter Tool Kit – The Tools You Need for a Better Travel […]

NJ Transit exec packs up coats for charity donation

NEWARK, NJ — As part of Gov. Chris Christie’s Season of Service Volunteer Effort, NJ Transit Executive Director Steven H. Santoro helped pack up coats for delivery to those in need of warm clothing this winter, according to a recent press release. The outerwear will be distributed to those served by Jersey Cares, an Essex […]

Essex County women’s organization helps women in need

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Soroptimist International of Suburban Essex has been serving the communities of Essex County and surrounding counties since 1949. For the sixth year, SISE members assembled HUGS tote bags with essential items for women arriving at a local shelter after fleeing domestic violence. HUGS reflects Healing, Understanding and the Great Strength of […]

Thanksgiving dinners provided for Maplewood residents

Thanksgiving dinners provided for Maplewood residents

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Seventeen Maplewood families are being provided with a full Thanksgiving dinner and will have the opportunity to enjoy the holiday season thanks to a food donation from FMBA Local 25, the Maplewood Firefighter’s Union, PBA Local 44, the Maplewood Police Union and the Stop & Shop of South Orange. The FMBA and […]

Clebrating Veteran’s Day

BELLEVILLE, NJ — Veterans visited Sandy Lane Nursery School in Belleville on Veterans Day to speak to the children about their experiences. In attendance were representatives of the local Disabled American Veterans, as well as Veteran family members and a representative from the local Army Recruits.

2016 High School Boys’ Soccer All-Super Essex Conference

2016 High School Boys’ Soccer All-Super Essex Conference

2016 High School Boys’ Soccer All-Super Essex Conference AMERICAN DIVISION First Team Mason Toye, Seton Hall Prep Walter Hernandez, Newark East Side Bryce Millington, West Orange Matthew Howlett, Montclair Tommy Falus, Livingston Nick Cerrigone, West Essex Ryan Vazquez, Seton Hall Prep Jonatas Barbosa Pereira, Newark East Side Pancho Pozzolli, West Orange Ryan Murphy, West Essex […]

Essex County hosts gingerbread house contest

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — The public is invited to participate in the 2016 Sustainable Homes and Habitats Gingerbread Contest at the Essex County Environmental Center. The contest is free and there are four categories in which participants can compete. The deadline to register is Saturday, Dec. 3, and all entries must be delivered on Saturday, […]

Glen Ridge releases schedule, guidelines for leaf pickup

GLEN RIDGE, NJ — The following release was received from the borough of Glen Ridge regarding the upcoming leaf-collection schedule which continued through Dec. 28. New Jersey state law prohibits disposal of leaves this fall with other garbage at the resource recovery facility. The borough is mandated to provide pickup and removal to an approved, […]