More than 100 people were waiting to get in through the doors of The Co-Lab at South Orange on Saturday, Feb. 3. A ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the official grand opening for the unique space on 57 S. Orange Ave., which showcases local small businesses and artisans. “I am so pleased to be joined by my […]
Dollar General Corp., which has stores in Irvington, Maplewood, Orange and East Orange, has agreed to pay $1.2 million to resolve allegations that the chain repeatedly engaged in merchandise pricing violations at several retail stores across the state. The Tennessee-based retailer violated New Jersey’s Consumer Fraud Act and Weights and Measures Act by selling a […]
WEST ORANGE — The Township Planning Board recently approved plans for West Orange Plaza that include a Target and a “village” of shops, restaurants, and a pocket park. The new additions to the Plaza will also include a Pollinator Garden, 16 EV charging stations, with a total of 48 installed over three years, a substantial […]
The check engine light for many local drivers just went on; Glen Ridge Auto is closing. The business, at 12 Herman St., has been in town for almost 45 years, across the street from the police station. It has been operated by the Kindberg family, of late, the brothers Al and Carl. The shop was […]
SOUTH ORANGE — South Orange Downtown will kick off the holiday shopping season with a vibrant Small Business Saturday Street Fair on Nov. 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Village Plaza. The event will spotlight more than 25 local artisans and craftspeople selling handcrafted jewelry, trendy apparel and accessories, tasty delights, captivating art […]
With the holiday season upon us, gift shopping can be fun—or stressful. Finding the perfect gifts for loved ones might be a challenge but Essex County offers much when it comes to gifts that are unique, original, and thoughtful. And you’ll feel great supporting local businesses. The following are a few shopping ideas: Saturday, Nov. […]
Jarrett Seltzer created what some called a “magical bagel” at home before he decided to start his own business. When the West Orange resident opened up Bagels by Jarret — or BXJ — at 451 Mount Pleasant Ave., West Orange, there were lines down the street. “Super popular business,” he said. Then COVID-19 hit. During […]
Police officers and firefighters were honored for heroic work in the line of duty by the Irvington Chamber of Commerce, which also honored a local businesswoman, a member of the chamber and a community servant. The Chamber had its 85th annual Police and Fire, Civic and Community Awards Dinner on Thursday, Oct. 26, at the […]
Life changes quickly and businesses come and go but after 100 years, Abel’s Pharmacy is still standing and going strong. Abel’s Pharmacy was founded in 1923 by Abraham and Elizabeth Abels. The store is still at its original location, on the corner of Grove Street and Tichenor Terrace. Abraham and Elizabeth’s son Norman worked in […]
Celest Quintana came to America as a child and is living the American Dream. She owns the McDonald’s in Irvington, one in East Orange, three in Newark, four in Jersey City and one in Parsippany. Quintana was honored last month with an award from the New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA). She was given […]