Village Apartments takes applications, holds events

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Village Apartments of the Jewish Federation, a senior living community in South Orange, is expanding its residential offerings with the addition of luxury one-bedroom, one-bath apartments for adults ages 62 and older. Applications are being accepted now for the 12 units, which are slated to open in mid-December. Applications are available […]

Maplewood and Durand-Hedden remember the Great War

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — A century ago, the United States declared war on Germany, joining World War I, and the impact was felt in the small town of Maplewood. More than 100 men from Maplewood were called to serve and eight never made it home. Three saw brutal action in France, two were pilots whose planes […]

Full STEAM ahead for science fun at TBA

LIVINGSTON, NJ — The Early School of Temple B’nai Abraham fosters an interest in science, technology, engineering, the arts and music through integrating the STEAM program in its curriculum. Recently the students were delighted as they participated in an exciting science experiment that engaged their senses and introduced the concept of reaction — an exothermic […]

Davenport to speak at HNA meeting

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Maplewood health educator Candice Davenport returns to the Hilton Neighborhood Association with a vibrant and informative presentation on Thursday, Nov. 16, at 7:30 p.m. in DeHart Community Center, 120 Burnett Ave. in Maplewood. Davenport will inform attendees about senior transportation, the upcoming blood drive, important information about the Affordable Care Act, pneumococcal […]

SHU to host panel on challenges faced by homeless students

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — What are the implications of homelessness for students and families, and how can schools and law enforcement improve coordination and communication to better support families in response to the crisis? The College of Education and Human Services at Seton Hall University explores this vital issue with a panel discussion, “Meeting the […]

Maplewood’s business administrator to retire

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Joseph Manning, Maplewood Township’s business administrator, announced Nov. 9 that he plans to retire from his position at the end of May 2018. Manning has held the position of township administrator for more than 12 years; he was appointed to the position by the Maplewood Township Committee, beginning work Sept. 12, 2005. […]

Community blood drive at OLS

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Our Lady of Sorrows Church will hold a community blood drive on Sunday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church, 217 Prospect St. in South Orange. To donate blood, you must weigh at least 110 pounds, eat prior to donating and bring ID. To make an appointment, […]