WEST ORANGE — About 30 people turned out for a Planning Board meeting last week to hear a consultant talk about the stormwater plan for a nearly 500 unit residential development proposed for land on the Second Watchung Mountain Ridge. A presentation was given by Mark Gallagher of Princeton Hydro on the Wetlands Impact of […]
The West Orange Street Fair returned on Saturday, June 7 with local crafters, vendors, street performers, a classic car show, beer and wine garden, a bungee trampoline and free all-day admission to the Thomas Edison Museum. Vendors from West Orange and elsewhere set up booths, selling food, clothing, pet items, storm windows and martial arts […]
Many would agree West Orange is a great place to live but growing up in the 1960s, Mark Ehrenkranz, had a disdain for the town. “All the houses looked the same,” he said. “Everybody was so concerned with how their lawn looked, keeping up with the Joneses. There was so much gossip. Everybody was so […]
WEST ORANGE — The Chamber of Commerce celebrated people who make a difference at their annual awards dinner on May 21 at the Rock Spring Golf Club. The event celebrates people at the core of the community, including police, fire, academic and business leaders, who stand out by virtue of their hard work, compassion and […]
It’s been 50 years since the Vietnam War ended, but its veterans are not forgotten in West Orange. A ceremony in front of Town Hall paid tribute to the often-overlooked courage, sacrifice, and legacy of Vietnam veterans, including six West Orange residents who died in that war. Retired Air Force Major Joseph Marchesini welcomed attendees, […]
Music Village recently marked its 10th Love + Unity Fest. It was celebrated at Washington Elementary School recently with a Community Art Day, which brought out more than 200 people. Attendees created beautiful art around the theme of Love + Unity with chalk, paint, and arts and crafts. There was also music, a bouncy house, […]
WEST ORANGE — The third annual West Orange Rotary “Flags for Heroes” Project was recognized in a brief ceremony at West Orange High School on May 15. As residents drive along Pleasant Valley Way, they will see 100 American flags flying in front of West Orange High and Kelly Elementary schools. These flags are part […]
Young people with disabilities and special needs had an exciting morning during the Move the Spectrum event held at West Orange High School. Move the Spectrum is an event connecting students from all over New Jersey with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in a two-hour, carnival-like atmosphere. Hosted by Chuck Mound, the annual event offered games, […]
WEST ORANGE — The West Orange Chamber of Commerce has announced the honorees for its 2025 Annual Awards Dinner, taking place on Wednesday, May 21, at Rock Spring Golf Club, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The evening will recognize individuals and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to our town: Police Officer of the Year: Detective […]
Police Chief James P. Abbott has announced that he will be retiring on Dec. 1. “It was the privilege of a lifetime,” Abbott said. “I came here at 19 years old and I’m leaving at 65.” Abbott, who has spent more than 45 years on the job, also served as the township’s director of staff […]