MAPLEWOOD — A birthday party was held Sunday for Peter Hirschmann, who turned 100 and was recognized by the township as “a remarkable individual whose life embodies resilience, courage and the enduring human spirit.” Hirschman fled Nazi Germany as a teenager, settled in Newark and joined the Army, fighting in Europe during World War II […]
Before he was amazing, Kreskin was a pirate. “The public may have known him as The Amazing Kreskin, but we at Seton Hall celebrate the life of a cherished alumnus from the Class of 1963, who throughout the years remained engaged with the University,” said Anthony D. Bellucci, associate vice president of alumni engagement and […]
EAST ORANGE — City Hall Plaza was turned into a winter wonderland on Thursday, Dec. 12 for the annual tree lighting ceremony. An ice skating rink was brought in for the event along with a bouncy house. Soup and hot chocolate were available to stave off the cold plus cookies and hot dogs. Students from […]
Nutley, NJ — Nutley residents, workers, or worshippers who make an appointment to explore financial services at one of Proponent Federal Credit Union’s Nutley Member Centers in December will receive a free Goobalini (Goo-paa-leen-ee) winter hat. These signature Goobalini hats are knitted in Nutley High School’s signature maroon color and feature oversized […]
A robotic pilot program is currently underway at Watsessing and Oak View elementary schools. Oak View Principal Linda Lo said the initiative developed following a visit to her school by the Bloomfield High School Robotic Team, under the direction of teachers Michael Warholak and Po Chen. A collaborative effort ensued between Kerwith Lewis, the district […]
An Irvington man was among seven people caught up in a state-wide human trafficking investigation. Seven defendants were indicted in connection with two separate human trafficking enterprises in North and South Jersey, according to a statement from Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ), and the New Jersey State Police (NJSP). […]
The Durand-Hedden House & Garden recently held its annual Holiday Open House, which included a Gingerbread House Contest, photo opportunities with Jolly Old Saint Nick, live music with harpist Odarka Stockert, and shopping at the charming Country Store. They were also celebrating the 100th anniversary of Woolley Home Solutions, with a new exhibit on their […]
The dictionary says that an experienced and trusted advisor is a mentor and accordingly, resident Bob Silvera, 63, is just that for individuals contemplating a kidney transplant. A recipient himself, his road has been a medical odyssey. “It started 25 years ago with a heart issue,” he said recently. “It was a blocked artery. I […]
Photo Courtesy of Shirley Hendricks ALL CLASS REUNION: The annual post Thanksgiving all class reunion for graduates of East Orange High School was held in Kenilworth on Friday, Nov. 29. More than 200 people attended the event for the school that was open from 1891 to 2002. Pictured from left are Frank Johnson, Class of 1964, […]
I t was a gloomy, overcast day, but a bright light was spotted over the horizon. A helicopter appeared and circled the park where hundreds waited in anticipation. The song “Here Comes Santa Claus” began to play and the host yelled, “Ladies and Gentlemen, it’s Santa Claus! Make some noise for Santa!” It was the […]