MAPLEWOOD, NJ — This past spring, Maplewood Village had the honor of being listed on both the New Jersey and national registers of historic places, the official lists of the state’s and the nation’s historic places worthy of preservation. The village, small-scale and walkable, has been a centerpiece of Maplewood life since the late 19th […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — One of Maplewood’s flagship events, Dickens Village brings to life various scenes from Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” in miniature houses arranged in Ricalton Square. Peek inside and see fireplaces, stockings and antique toys. Each little house reveals something unique and different. This community tradition opens in December and runs each Saturday […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Maplewood announced Aug. 19 that Green Way Markets will be opening in the village this fall, taking over the space previously occupied by Kings. Green Way Markets owner and operator Adam Shapiro said he was drawn to Maplewood after visiting and spending time in the community, enjoying the outdoor dining with his […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at 9 Highland Place in Maplewood to welcome new business CBD Beauty & Wellness Boutique, owned by local woman Jill Cohen. From left are Kim Kelly, Laura Bessey, Mayor Frank McGehee, husband Dan Cohen, daughter Scarlett Cohen, Jill Cohen, Karima Wilkins-Smartt, Gretchen Schumann and Deputy Mayor Dean […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood Historic Village District will be considered for nomination to both the New Jersey and National registers of historic places by the New Jersey State Review Board for Historic Sites on Oct. 2, presenting the possibility that downtown Maplewood could be deemed a historic property worthy of being preserved and recognized. […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood Historic Village District will be considered for nomination to the New Jersey and National Register of Historic Places by the New Jersey State Review Board for Historic Sites on Oct. 2. Both registers are official lists of historic properties worthy of preservation and provide recognition and assistance in preserving the […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood Township Committee heard the Maplewood Village Vision Implementation Plan at its Dec. 17 meeting, considering possibilities proposed by planners at the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs on how best to update Maplewood Village. No action was taken and the plan is not final; Mayor Vic DeLuca said committee members […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Attend “Exploring Golf Island: Exhibit and Talk” on Sunday, Feb. 24, at 2 p.m. at Durand-House to learn how this area of Maplewood, bordered by the Maplewood Country Club golf course, the Morris and Essex rail line and Maplewood Middle School evolved from farmland in the 19th and early 20th centuries to […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — As part of the aesthetic enhancement and safety upgrades to Maplewood Village, the township will be replacing the existing sidewalk pavers on both sides of Maplewood Avenue and installing traffic-calming bump outs on Maplewood Avenue’s west side. During the course of the project, which began Oct. 1, the township will advise of […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Ghosts, goblins and witches will be roaming Maplewood Village along Maplewood Avenue at the annual Halloween Costume Contest, sponsored by the Maplewood Chamber of Commerce and Allison Ziefert Real Estate Group, on Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 3 to 5 p.m. The festivities include trick or treating, music and dancing, and prizes for […]