WEST ORANGE, NJ — Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo Jr. announced on Friday, Sept. 30, that a project to modernize Francis A. Byrne Golf Course in West Orange was underway. “Essex County Francis Byrne Golf Course is known for its historic features and beautiful vistas. The work we are doing will address long-standing issues […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Maplewood broke ground on its soon to be new and improved library on Oct. 1, kicking off an 18-month renovation at the main branch that will see a near complete overhaul of the building. Funded by the town, private donations and the state Library Construction Bond Act, the Maplewood Public Library will […]
GLEN RIDGE, NJ — William Indek, the former Glen Ridge High School cross-country and track coach, and guidance counselor, recently recalled how being a counselor informed his approach to coaching. Born in the Bronx, Indek, 75, grew up on Staten Island, attending Port Richmond High School, where he ran cross-country and track. He then attended […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — West Orange High School English teacher Christina Biddle and Edison Middle School English teacher Maheen Ahmad have been named Fulbright Scholars for 2022-23. According to the U.S. Department of State, “The Fulbright Program is the U.S. government’s flagship international educational exchange program and is supported by the people of the United […]
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — On Sept. 30, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Region II administrator Alicka Ampry-Samuel announced 646 new housing choice vouchers totaling $8,328,385 awarded to public housing authorities in New Jersey. The announcement was made during Ampry-Samuel’s keynote address at the 2022 N.J. Governor’s Conference, held annually in Atlantic City. “Housing […]
LIVINGSTON, NJ — The West Essex YMCA has promoted James Butcher to the role of competitive swim director; he will be responsible for overseeing the Y’s Racers Swim Team program, as well as the Piranhas Special Olympics Swim Team. He succeeds former competitive swim director Colin Kostyak. The Racers program provides opportunities for young athletes […]
NUTLEY, NJ — The township of Nutley hosted the “Welcome to Nutley ON3” event at Nichols Park on the afternoon of Sept. 21. The annual event invited students, staff members and supporters from the ON3 project to meet and greet representatives from local businesses. “This event allows us the opportunity to introduce our local vendors […]
CEDAR GROVE, NJ — Essex County encourages residents to participate in the Essex County Computer and Electronics Recycling Day., sponsored by the county and the Essex County Utilities Authority, on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Essex County Public Works, 99 W. Bradford Ave. in Cedar Grove. “Recycling computer hardware and […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — Senior public health nurse Susan Iovino of the West Orange Health Department is retiring after 32 years. Fellow employees gathered in council chambers at Town Hall on Sept. 30 to bid her a fond farewell. Her expertise and commitment were key factors in helping guide the Office of Emergency Management team […]
ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Essex County dog owners are invited to display their creativity and participate in “Strut Your Mutt,” the county’s annual canine Halloween costume parade and contest. This year, three parades have been scheduled. Participation is free. The parades and contests will be held as follows: Saturday, Oct. 22, registration at 9:30 a.m., […]