SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Acclaimed actor John Amos is bringing his talents to the stage in Maplewood to support the Black Parents Workshop and the MapSO Freedom School, two partner organizations that advocate for the academic success of Black students in South Orange and Maplewood. Amos is performing his one-man play “Halley’s Comet” on Saturday, […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Seton Hall University’s 2017 International Celebration is here! This is a special time of year when the Seton Hall community highlights the multiculturalism of its campus. The events that are part of this celebration span across various academic departments, student organizations and individuals. Events are free, open to the public and […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — West Orange resident Marlene J. Waldock, brand builder, motivational speaker and business trainer, was recently named by Leading Women Entrepreneurs of New Jersey as one of the 2017 Top Leading Women Brand Builders in New Jersey. Waldock is president of 1st Impressions Communications, founder of Because We Are Women, and creator […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — The South Orange Department of Health will offer seasonal influenza vaccinations for adults 18 years old and older on Thursday, Oct. 26, from 9 to 10 a.m. at the village offices, 76 South Orange Ave., Suite 302, Conference Room 1. The clinic will not be accepting Medicare Part B cards; everyone […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — “¡Bienvenidos a las Artes!” opened to great fanfare, kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month. The arts exhibit honors the artistic and community contributions of Hispanic and Latino individuals within the community. The exhibit is a joint effort from the West Orange Arts Council, the West Orange Hispanic Foundation and the West Orange […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood Police Department’s PBA is collecting non-perishable items like clothing, water, baby food, diapers, batteries, flashlights, first aid kits and more to send Hurricane Maria victims in Puerto Rico. There is a collection box in the lobby of Maplewood Town Hall, 574 Valley St., and another at the Police/Court Building at […]
LIVINGSTON, NJ — The Arts Council of Livingston’s Art Gallery at 2310 Towne Center Way will display “Fabulous Fakes” through Saturday, Oct. 7. Artists are exhibiting their works along with recreations of the works of the masters that inspired them. Some featured pieces are replicas and some are inspirations — all done tongue-in-cheek. Included in […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — On Sunday, Oct. 1, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Columbia High School, attend a screening of a new documentary presented by Verizon called “Without a Net: the Digital Divide in America.” The film explores how the “digital divide” in education is impacting millions of students across America. Immediately following the […]
Nicholas Mainiero, NHS senior, Football Nutley is a small town. You’ve been playing with the same guys since you’ve been young. What’s that like? I’ve been playing with the same guys since I was in third grade, playing for the Nutley Junior Raiders. And all I can say is: it’s special. These guys are my best friends […]
Emily Hewett NHS senior, girls volleyball How was your summer? What did you do? My summer was fun. I spent a lot of time with my friends along with playing volleyball and softball. I also helped at the volleyball and softball camps for younger girls, teaching them all about the game and helping them individually with certain skills. What […]