MAPLEWOOD, NJ — It seems that from Halloween through the New Year, physical activity reduces and high-calorie and sugary food intake increases. The township of Maplewood held an employee ‘Walk to Win’ contest for the month of August, and the winners — with 2,744,772 steps — was the Recreation Department-based “Rec-ing Crew,” comprised of Ronnie […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Maplewood Recreation held a Spooktacular Halloween Party at the Maplewood Senior Center on Oct. 31. Approximately fifty participants were entertained by a magician, karaoke, DJ and a costume contest with prizes. This November, the Recreation Department will host additional events at the senior center. On Tuesday, Nov. 14, at 1 p.m., the […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The township of Maplewood’s 14th annual Veterans Day ceremony, honoring all Maplewood veterans and their families, will be Saturday, Nov. 11, beginning at 11 a.m. at the Maplewood Municipal Building, 574 Valley St. in Maplewood. The ceremony is held in the Committee Room off the main lobby. Mayor Vic DeLuca and the […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Friends of the South Orange Public Library invites everyone to its fourth annual Giant Holiday Sale on Sunday, Dec. 3, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the library, 65 Scotland Road in South Orange. The sale will include an array of fascinating crafts, from jewelry to accessories to plants artfully nestled […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Maplewood Township launched its new redesigned website Nov. 6. The website introduces a fresh design with easy navigation access to township information. The township encourages residents and visitors to look around the website and explore all the new features that it offers. Quick access to important information can be found in the […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — On Tuesday, Nov. 14, at 11:55 a.m., Seton Hall University will conduct a live test of its emergency siren and PirateAlert systems. The systems are designed to alert the campus community of an emergency situation that requires them to seek shelter indoors for their safety. The siren is centrally located on […]
SOUTH ORANGE / MAPLEWOOD, NJ — There are three seats open on the South Orange-Maplewood Board of Education, and eight candidates are vying to fill them in the Nov. 7 general election. Incumbent BOE President Elizabeth Baker is running for a second term, as is incumbent BOE member Donna Smith. Challengers are Anthony Mazzocchi, Robin […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — The South Orange Elks recently presented a $1,000 check to South Orange Middle School for its orchestra and band programs. The men and women of the Elks support local schools, food pantries, scouts, veterans and children with special needs. The South Orange Elks have been part of the community since 1909.
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Come out and support Maplewood Rotary in its fight against hunger in Maplewood and surrounding communities. Maplewood Rotary is hosting an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Prospect Presbyterian Church, 646 Prospect St. in Maplewood. Tickets are charged and include a delicious spaghetti dinner, with […]
SOUTH ORANGE / MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Following a presentation from Manitou Inc. regarding possibly merging the Maplewood and South Orange fire departments, representatives from the two towns unanimously agreed to move forward to achieve that vision. The presentation was given at a joint public meeting on Thursday, Oct. 26, at the South Orange Performing Arts […]