Maplewood Business Will Celebrate 2026 ‘Record Store Day’

The annual event is celebrated at indy record stores across the world. It includes special vinyl releases and promotions.

Steep Insurance Hike Prompts SOMA Schools To Abandon State Health Plan

The premium increase would have raised annual costs from roughly $20 million to $27 million in South Orange-Maplewood.

Feds Slap Alleged NJ Pirate Radio Operator With $920K Fine

An accused pirate radio operator in Essex County is facing a $20,000 per day penalty. Here’s how they tracked them down, authorities say.

‘Turnover Sale’ In Maplewood Will Return For 92nd Year

Morrow Memorial United Methodist Church will kick off its 92nd annual Turnover Sale featuring used items this week.

Maplewood Patch: How To Post Op-Eds, Events, Business News

Learn how share events, op-eds and other community announcements on Patch Maplewood. It's easier than you think!

Married Couple Open Cannabis Dispensary In Maplewood

A wife-and-husband team has teamed up with a national franchiser to open a legal marijuana dispensary in Maplewood.

NJ College Student Finds Joy In Landscaping, Launches Own Business

A Rutgers student says he has “never used gas-powered equipment” at his business, which serves Maplewood and South Orange.

Maplewood Patch: How To Post Events, Op-Eds, Business News

Learn how share events, op-eds and community announcements on Patch Maplewood. It's easier than you think!

​CEO Slaying Ignites Healthcare Debate; Suspect Had Fake New Jersey ID

The tragic shooting of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO has ignited a fresh wave of criticism about the U.S. health care industry.

Holiday Cheer, Local Shopping In Maplewood: 2024 Events

Springfield Avenue Maplewood announces the return of WNTR Holiday Shop & Makers Market.

Patch Maplewood: How To Post Events, Classifieds, Business News

Learn how share events, classifieds and community announcements on Patch Maplewood. It's easier than you think!

Would You Buy A $75,000 Pen From This Maplewood Native?

An Essex County dad, author, and entrepreneur has a new project: diamond encrusted $75,000 pens. See who's buying.

From Cannabis Dispensary To Bakery: 6 Black-Owned Shops In Maplewood

Maplewood Village is celebrating local Black-owned businesses for Black History Month, from an art shop to a dispensary. Check them out.

Maplewood Shoppers 'Scramble' To Find Eggs Amid Nationwide Shortage

Egg prices in Essex County supermarkets are nearly double the national average. Bird flu has killed more than 44 million egg-laying hens.

Newest Maplewood Business Has Gone To The Dogs

Two new businesses have come to the Springfield Avenue area in the last 3 weeks: A pet supply store and a shop selling items for the home.

$17.3M Lottery Ticket Sold At Maplewood 7-Eleven

The Pick-6 lottery winner who bought a ticket at the Maplewood 7-Eleven Monday has won $17.3M, enough to buy 4.8 million Mega Slurpees.

Ask A 'Budtender': Maplewood Dispensary Answers 5 Legal Weed Questions

Now that weed sales are legal in New Jersey, the owners of 2 cannabis dispensaries in Maplewood and Phillipsburg answered common questions.

Recreational Cannabis In Maplewood: Closest Places To Buy

Where's the weed? Customers can buy 1 ounce of dried flower, 5 grams of concentrates, or 10 100 mg of edibles from these 13 dispensaries.

Business That Hires Staff With Autism Holds Grand Opening In Maplewood

Two moms of sons with autism, who started a bath and candle company that employs staff on the spectrum, have opened a physical space in NJ.

Cannabis Business Applications Now Being Accepted In Maplewood

Want a local cannabis business license? The town of Maplewood started has accepting applications and will begin reviewing them in March.

New Year’s 2021 Grocery Store Hours In The Maplewood Area

Short on ingredients for New Year’s Day brunch? Find out where you can pick up those last-minute items at supermarkets and pharmacies.

ShopRite And More: Christmas 2021 Grocery Store Hours, Maplewood

Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Christmas dinner additions from ShopRite, Kings, CVS, and other stores in Essex County.

Thanksgiving Store Hours 2021: What's Open, Closed In Maplewood

Want to get groceries or a jump on Black Friday shopping? Here are stores in the area that are open and closed on Thanksgiving.

Maplewood Gets 'Main Street New Jersey' Designation, Support

Maplewood is now one of only 23 communities in New Jersey getting state help to revitalize and maintain its downtown.

New Company In Maplewood Serves Kids With Special Needs

Two moms of sons on the autism spectrum found that bath salts calmed their boys -- and then realized their kids enjoyed making them, too.

Green Way Market To Open In Maplewood, Replace Kings Supermarket

The new food market will open in Maplewood in fall, the town said Friday, taking the place of the Kings Supermarket that closed in 2020.

These Maplewood Area Restaurants Got Revitalization Funds

Nationally, around 101,000 eateries received grants, including some in the Maplewood area.

CannaBossLady And Others Participate In Maplewood Sidewalk Sale

The Maplewood Village Sidewalk Sale runs from Wednesday through Friday, where you can buy items from books to CBD dog treats outside.

Which Maplewood Businesses Got PPP Loans

The Paycheck Protection Program helped around 153,261 New Jersey businesses in 2021 alone, including some in Maplewood.

Maplewood New Jersey Chamber Of Commerce: NJ Employer COVID-19 Vaccine Promotion Took Kit

Here is some useful information from the NJ Chamber of Commerce regarding employers and vaccines.

Maplewood Open-Air Market Returns Saturday

The market on Springfield Avenue in Maplewood will feature products from crafters and stores, as well as music from "awesome bands."

Maplewood Marijuana Dispensary Is Open; Starts Regular Hours Tue

The mission of the Apothecarium Maplewood is "to provide our patients with quality medical cannabis in a welcoming environment."

How Did Coronavirus Affect Bankruptcy Filings In Maplewood Area?

Bankruptcy filings were down in Essex County last year, but experts expect them to surge in coming years.

How Reliable Is Your New Jersey Power Provider?

See how well power providers in the Maplewood area and across NJ serve their customers.

Female 'CannaBoss' Opened Hemp and CBD Shop In Maplewood Friday

Going by "TheCannaBossLady," a South Orange woman sells cannabis-based wellness products online. Now she's got a storefront.

Maplewood Woman Starts Farm Box Delivery Service Amid Pandemic

Starting a business during a pandemic? It worked for this woman who's bringing fresh food from New Jersey farms throughout North Jersey.

Maplewood Mayor Gives Update On Kings Supermarket Closing

The mayor noted that the branch opened in 1942. He also provides links to help other small businesses in the Maplewood/South Orange area.

See Maplewood's New Covid Stats; Essex County On 'Red Zone' List

Cases are rising locally and statewide. Find links to testing, resources, and more here.

See Which Maplewood Businesses Were Nominated As Local Favorites

One reader nominated Kings food market, noting she's sorry it will close later this month. See who else our readers nominated.

Maplewood Town Committee Meets Tuesday

Here are links to participate in the meeting virtually, and the agenda.