The lessons of bonsai with the MGC
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Discover the fascinating history of bonsai on Monday, Feb. 5, at 7:30 p.m. at Maplewood Memorial Library, 51 Baker St., when the Maplewood Garden Club presents “From Bench to Bed: What...
View ArticleMaplewood man sentenced to 29 years for sexually assaulting young girl
NEWARK, NJ — Acting Essex County Prosecutor Robert D. Laurino announced Jan. 26 that Gery Destra, 21, of Maplewood was sentenced to 29 years in New Jersey State Prison on Jan. 25 by Superior Court...
View ArticleAdams and Lembrich to seek re-election
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Township Committeewoman Nancy Adams and Township Committeeman Greg Lembrich have announced that they will be running for re-election to the Maplewood Township Committee, and seeking the...
View ArticleRobb Flynn introduces Machine Head’s new album track-by-track on WSOU
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — WSOU 89.5 FM highlighted the release of Machine Head’s latest album with exclusive content by lead singer Robb Flynn created especially for the student-run loud rock station at Seton...
View ArticleCelebrating BHM through Delores Stewart’s art
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Join the 1978 Maplewood Arts Center this Black History Month to celebrate the work of Dolores Stewart, a prodigious artist whose sculptures and paintings are inspired by moments from...
View ArticleMFD responds to house fire on Irvington Ave.
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — On Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 10:11 p.m., the Maplewood Fire Department was dispatched to a reported smoke condition with power outage at 504 Irvington Ave., according to a Jan. 30 press...
View ArticleBurns Night honoring Scots poet returns to Maplewood
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood Club is being transported to Scotland for one night only on Saturday, Feb. 3, to celebrate Burns Night, an international event that honors Scottish poet Robert Burns. All...
View ArticleGroundbreaking play about African-American sisterhood
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Celebrate Black History Month with 4th Wall Theatre at the Burgdorff Performing Arts Center in Maplewood with a showing of Ntozake Shange’s groundbreaking play, “for colored girls who...
View Article‘Thank God For Monday’ to present special series on sexual harassment
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — WSOU’s “Thank God For Monday” radio show is offering a series of programs on sexual harassment prevention in February. Hosted by Brother Greg Cellini, the series kicks off on...
View ArticleCHS students display art at Kean
UNION, NJ — On Jan. 28, Columbia High School art and photography students Shaine Hammarberg and Jonathan Dalce each exhibited an original art piece, alongside other art students throughout New Jersey,...
View ArticleTalk to the Township Committee
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood Township Committee will host an open meeting approximately once a month to allow residents to have discussions with their elected officials. The “Talk to the Township...
View ArticlePierro, SHU honor Cate’s life and legacy
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — The Pierro Gallery opened its doors Thursday, Jan. 25, to display “Carved, Painted, Stitched: The Folk Art Collection of Barbara Cate” until March 3. Cate was an art historian and...
View ArticleEnjoy live music with the South Orange Symphony
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — The South Orange Symphony presents its annual family concert on Sunday, Feb. 11, at 3 p.m. at South Orange Middle School, 70 N. Ridgewood Road. Admission is free. Conductor Susan...
View ArticleFor some TSTI members, it’s all in the family
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Temple Sharey Tefilo-Israel, the Reform synagogue in South Orange, is fortunate to be home to many multi-generation member families — families that have provided continuity,...
View ArticleOheb Shalom hosts upcoming events
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — On Saturday, Feb. 10, at 7:30 p.m., Oheb Shalom Congregation in South Orange will screen the movie “Who’s Gonna Love Me Now?” about a young man who is banished from his Israeli...
View ArticleLearn the history of your home
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Maplewood and South Orange are charming older suburbs whose houses are brimming with character, style and history. Have you been curious about uncovering your home’s past but didn’t...
View ArticleSOPD working to combat statewide increase in pedestrian fatalities
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Across New Jersey pedestrian fatalities were up in 2017 reaching their highest point in more than 24 years, according to state police statistics. Many authorities are concerned that...
View ArticleSOMA Film Fest to return for third year
SOUTH ORANGE / MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The SOMA FilmFestival returns for its third season with an impressive slate of films that will both entertain and enlighten, according to a recent press release. The...
View ArticleHNA celebrates black poetry
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Hilton Neighborhood Association will celebrate Black History Month on Thursday, Feb. 15, at 7:30 p.m. at DeHart Community Center, 120 Burnett Ave., Maplewood. The association will...
View ArticleRedeveloper is considering neighbors for SHU med school
NUTLEY, NJ — When Seton Hall University’s application to build its medical school at the Marylawn of the Oranges site in South Orange fell through, the university was forced to find another option. The...
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