Check out some of our top stories this week in West Orange and Essex County.
The world is filled with humor, inspiration and beauty. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County, New Jersey.
Essex County is fostering 11 special partnerships to raise awareness – and cash – for several charities and nonprofits.
The total solar eclipse of 2024 is almost here, with events and activities planned across New Jersey, including West Orange.
Two new police officers have joined the force in West Orange: Daniel Castiglia and Melanie Turano.
Susan McCartney – who blazed a trail as the town’s first woman mayor – read a proclamation in their honor at this week’s council meeting.
The power of cinema will be put on display when the inaugural Juneteenth Film Festival comes to West Orange.
West Orange’s popular St. Patrick’s Day Parade recently got a shout-out on the floor of Ireland's national parliament.
County officials say the hunt helps to “revitalize the forest ecology.” But the annual cull has also seen criticism in recent years.
A panel presentation at the Wilshire Grand Hotel in West Orange will include appearances from several local officials.
An inclusive camp and resource fair will take place in West Orange on April 18.
Residents may experience water discoloration or pressure loss while flushing is taking place. Here’s when it will happen in West Orange.
“I hate litter,” Daniel Cunningham says. “I feel it takes away from seeing the real beauty of West Orange.”
The West Orange Special Education Parent Advisory Council hosted a fun-filled dance for children in grades K-2.
A trio of cannabis businesses are teaming up to sponsor an “interactive art gallery” in West Orange in tribute to Black History Month.
Food insecurity is still causing headaches for people in the Oranges. These fifth-graders helped to put a dent in the demand.
The program has been a success in West Orange elementary schools, helping students with homework and other assignments.
“Celebrating African-American Elegance” will open on Feb. 3 at the West Orange Arts Center.
Need to visit the Holy Trinity-West Orange Food Pantry? Want to help a neighbor in need? Here’s what to know.
The featured speaker will be Mayor Susan McCartney, who will present the State of the Township address at the event.
Christian, Islamic and Jewish leaders stood side by side in West Orange – each united by the “tapestry of human experiences.”
Open positions for 2024 include cashier, train driver, supervisors, paddle boats, housekeeping, camp counselor and more.
The West Orange Human Relations Commission will host a “peace and unity interfaith prayer vigil” on Jan. 24.
Two other high-water marks were reached at the zoo’s annual holiday lights display, Essex County officials say.
Want to know about West Orange’s connection to a 9/11 hero, an iconic rock and roll album or an Olympic swimming champ? Ask Joe Fagan.