McKeon decides not to run for Congress

WEST ORANGE, NJ — For the past several months, there has been a lot of conjecture regarding who would be running to represent the 11th District in Congress. Many have been pointing to Assemblyman John McKeon, a Democrat who represents the N.J. 27th Legislative District, believing that he will challenge incumbent Rodney Frelinghuysen, a Republican. […]

Salese wins awards for devotion to township, environment

WEST ORANGE, NJ — Nick Salese of the West Orange Department of Public Works and Recycling has received both the Environmental Quality Award and the Public Works Award from the New Jersey Clean Communities Council, according to a recent press release. The Public Works Award is presented to an employee who has developed a comprehensive […]

Large and intimate party at DOI

WEST ORANGE, NJ — A “Great Gatsby”-themed fashion show took place at Daughters of Israel on Aug. 4, coordinated by volunteer Rachel Katz. Some residents walked down the runway sporting 1920s-inspired attire, escorted by the volunteer models, while others sat back, took in the show, and enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres reminiscent of the era.

Greater Northern NJ Heart Walk

WEST ORANGE, NJ — The second Greater Northern NJ Heart Walk will be Sunday, Oct. 22, at the South Mountain Recreation Complex in West Orange. Registration begins at 8 a.m., with the kids’ heart challenge at 9:30 and the walk at 10. Proceeds will be used to raise awareness and support prevention of cardiovascular disease […]

WOHS dance program ‘raises the barre’ for 2017-18 school year

WEST ORANGE, NJ — The inaugural year of the West Orange High School dance program “raised the barre” for students and dancers, and even more is planned in the 2017-18 school year. Dance teacher Melissa Sande is more than up to the task of developing the program, which completed the first year of Dance I. […]

More than 400 students attend popular WO enrichment program

WEST ORANGE, NJ — The West Orange School District Summer Enrichment Program wrapped up July 28 after a week of musical and dance performances by students, teachers and high school helpers. A tech class slideshow by tech students highlighting the program was also presented. “Over 430 students participated in this year’s summer enrichment program,” St. […]

Free business workshop on state contracts and competitive purchasing

WEST ORANGE, NJ — Local business owners are invited to attend a free workshop on state contracts and competitive purchasing on Thursday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to noon at McLoone’s Boathouse, 9 Cherry Lane in West Orange. This workshop is hosted by County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo Jr., the Board of the Chosen Freeholders, and […]