West Orange police warn of Social Security phone scam

WEST ORANGE, NJ — The West Orange Police Departments is warning residents not to fall for a phone call scam from a purported “Social Security agent” demanding personal information or payment. The calls are part of an ongoing scam identified by the Social Security Administration. According to West Orange police, someone claiming to be a […]

Man sentenced to 30 years for sexual assault

NEWARK, NJ — Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore Stephens II announced Jan. 31 that Jerome Mitchell, 37, of Newark has been sentenced to 30 years in New Jersey State Prison for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a woman in Newark. The sentence was imposed by Superior Court Judge Alphonse Cifelli. Under the No Early Release Act […]

Remain alert as CO poisoning is more common during winter

NEWARK, NJ — PSE&G cautioned in a recent press release that while carbon monoxide poisoning is a year-round threat, it is more common in cold weather when more fuel-burning appliances are in use. PSE&G urges customers to take extra preventative measures this winter to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, and maintain a heightened awareness of the […]

NCJW/Essex commemorates Roe v. Wade decision anniversary

LIVINGSTON, NJ — NCJW/Essex recently hosted a special Lunch and Learn event, “Ending the Stigma of Abortion,” to commemorate the 46th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade decision, which ensures a woman’s right to a safe and legal abortion. At the event, more than 200 attendees learned how the Lady Parts Justice League, […]

Police-involved shooting with one fatality under investigation

NEWARK, NJ — Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II announced Jan. 29 that the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office is investigating a police-involved shooting that resulted in two people being shot. They have been identified as Andrew J. Dixon, 35, and Gregory Griffin, 46, both of Newark. Dixon is in critical condition at University […]

WO Chamber to hold 2019 Mayor’s Breakfast

WEST ORANGE, NJ — The West Orange Chamber of Commerce invites the public to attend its annual Mayor’s Breakfast on Wednesday, Feb. 6, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at the Wilshire Grand Hotel, 350 Pleasant Valley Way in West Orange. Doors will open at 7:30 a.m. for networking prior to the event. The breakfast will […]

‘Taste of the World’ returns to West Orange

WEST ORANGE, NJ — Get geared up for West Orange Rotary Club’s annual fundraiser “Taste of the World,” which returns Monday, Feb. 25, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Mayfair Farms, 481 Eagle Rock Ave. in West Orange. At “Taste of the World,” sample the finest foods, wines and beverages from area restaurants, and enjoy […]