A four-event series in Essex County will explore segregation and movements for reparations in New Jersey.
Check out some of our top stories this week in South Orange and Essex County.
Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.
Bestselling author Arthur Brooks gave the commencement address to graduating students at Seton Hall University in South Orange.
South Orange is among the New Jersey towns that has received funding to run “Click It or Ticket” campaigns in 2026.
Live bands, great food, local vendors, and the NY/NJ World Cup Soccer Bus power the 2026 MayFest Street Fair on Springfield Ave.
“Thankfully, a family of four and their dog made it out safely because their smoke alarms alerted them in time.”
Leaders, artists, and businesses are invited to shape the region's cultural and economic future at a gathering for a National Heritage Area.
The Sister Rose Thering Fund for Education in Jewish-Christian Studies will hold the annual event at Seton Hall University on June 11.
This is a rare convergence of artistry, spirit, and swing—right inside Mt. Zion AME Church Milburn, where music and ministry meet.
Volunteers delivered holiday meals throughout North Jersey. A Model Seder event also inspired some holiday camaraderie.
Two separate burglaries were recently reported in South Orange, including an incident involving a police chase.
Programs throughout South Orange and Maplewood bring residents together through art, history, dialogue and family-friendly gatherings
South Orange privatized its water system last year. The deal with New Jersey American Water included five years of “rate stabilization.”
President Trump has fired back at protesters, denying that he is a “king” and saying that he “works his ass off to make our country great.”
Police departments across Essex County have been releasing warnings about the scam this week. Here’s how to protect yourself.
The building houses a local restaurant on the ground floor.
For New Jersey families, the backyard is everything. The pool builder they choose should be too.
This Rutgers IJS Clements Place Performance heralds the closing of WHM2026 Rutgers IJS Clements Place Womens History Month Celebration!
The funds will be spend on “infrastructure overhauls” at McNulty Hall, the School of Law, on-campus residence halls and other locations.
The event will take place on Sunday, February 22, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 240 Franklin Avenue, Maplewood.
An Essex County man who represented himself in court has been convicted on eluding charges, authorities said.
The demonstration included speakers and a visibility brigade protest along the avenue.