The annual celebration honors young men who “exemplify leadership in their schools and communities.”
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The Jewish Family Service of MetroWest NJ honored community leaders from West Orange, Livingston and Millburn/Short Hills.
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
The free, family friendly event will include guided hikes at five popular green spaces in the county.
The event took place in the courtyard of the historic labs at the Thomas Edison National Historical Park.
East Orange is one of the “best places to live” in the Garden State, according to a new list from U.S. News & World Report.
Stunning ensembles, sequins, tulle, flowers and beauty ruled the day. See photos from the 2025 West Orange High School prom.
The popular event is one of the biggest of the year in West Orange. Here’s what to expect.
The town’s annual ceremony will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War.
A Fun Kickoff to National Safe Boating Week
Annual kick-off of the Safe Boating Campaign leading into Memorial Day Weekend
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The board of commissioners honored several local students at their 21st annual “Essex County Celebrates Youth” event.
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A group of Mandarin students at West Orange High School made some lifelong memories during a trip to China.
Why the Capacity Plate is so Important
A group of West Orange High School students enjoyed "la dolce vita" during a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Italy.
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The Turtle Back Zoo reopened its Outback Adventure exhibit and opened a new animal wellness center.
The Bozor Brilliance Community Foundation will host its second annual event in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month.
The law of supply and demand has been hitting hard for a local church’s community outreach efforts in West Orange, administrators say.
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Fifth grade students in West Orange prepared 60 “Blankets of Hope” for people experiencing homelessness.
A West Orange-based advocacy group released a report that takes a look at “addressing menstrual equality across the globe.”
Our 2025 Class and Exam schedule is now available for in Belleville, NJ
How to prepare for, prevent and extinguish a fire on your boat
Are you a student in need of a dress or suit? Pick them up at four events in Orange, East Orange and Newark.
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Sangeeta and Sunil Badlani lost their oldest son in a tragic automobile crash caused by a reckless driver.
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The West Orange African Heritage Organization is bringing back its popular tutoring program to Redwood Elementary School.
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The West Orange St. Patrick’s Day Parade has been a cornerstone of the community since 1951.
From summer fun at The Cabana Club to Senior Living's Finest, this address has long been a cornerstone of the local community