Wednesday: A steady afternoon breeze, with a high of 84 and low of 69 degrees.
Thursday: Breezy with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 84, low: 63.
Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• West Orange Photographer Honors 9/11 Search And Rescue Dogs With 25th Anniversary Tribute (patch.com) — West Orange photographer Erica Deel is marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with a special edition of her Heroes Remembered portrait, created at Eagle Rock Reservation's 9/11 Memorial. The limited release, featuring her dog Pinecone honoring search-and-rescue dogs, will channel a portion of proceeds to the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation, extending West Orange's remembrance into tangible support.
• West Orange Swears In First Female Chief Judge, Adds To List Of Local Trailblazing Women (patch.com) — West Orange residents are celebrating a historic moment as longtime community member Dawn Donohue is sworn in as the township's first female chief judge, highlighting her years of service and 24/7 commitment to the municipal court. Mayor Susan McCartney, the town's first female mayor, praised Donohue while the story also spotlights other recent West Orange trailblazers, including the first female police sergeant, town engineer, and a West Point graduate.
• West Orange Daily Buzz: Sep. 8, 2026 (jerseybee.org) — West Orange residents get a handy rundown of nearby happenings this week, including Thursday's evening market along Alden Street with food trucks and vendors. The Buzz also flags free or low-cost health clinics, classes, and cultural events in Orange, Bloomfield, Montclair, Newark, Roseland, and beyond, giving you plenty of options to plan your next few days.
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🪧 Patch Classifieds
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
A World of Memories Begins at Meadowbrook Country Day Camp —Jackie Schatell Read on Patch
I shot this video which I had to share with you Spending the day with family at @TurtlebackZoo was a real treat. The design is beautiful. My nephew added the music. (Nextdoor Valley)
This doesn't seem like a safe way to travel. I happened to spot him out the corner of my eye. (Nextdoor Valley)
Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in West Orange. Apply here.
Montclair High School posted a job opening for Leave Replacement Custodian in Montclair. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near West Orange here.
🗞 Nearby News
South Orange
South Orange Community Day Returns Saturday, September 19 with Bike Parade, Free Yoga, Food Trucks and More (villagegreennj.com)
Sofi Gaslight Commons - 28 W 3rd St South Orange NJ (4 units available) (zillow.com)
Verona
Women's Wellness Space Seeks Zoning Approval In Verona (patch.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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