Water, Sewer Bill Hike In New Jersey Will Impact Millions Of Residents

NJ American Water is raising its rates for water and wastewater customers. A temporary credit will help offset the increase.

New Electronics Store Opening In West Orange With Ribbon Cutting Event

A new business is opening its doors: PayMore Electronics.

New Supermarket In West Orange Gets OK From Planning Board

The two-story grocery store will be located at the former home of a Walgreens and the Americana Diner.

Hearing Clinic In West Orange Will Mark Grand Opening With Ribbon Cutting

A grand opening event will take place this weekend at HearAgain America’s newest clinic in West Orange.

East Orange Seizes 225 Pounds Of Weed, Shuts Down 8 Businesses

Several “illegal smoke shops” have been accused of selling cannabis without a license, authorities said.

School Career Day In West Orange Draws Enthusiastic Crowd Of Students, Parents

Elementary students in West Orange got a chance to ponder what their future jobs might be thanks to some local community members.

West Orange Fitness Facility Opens After Owners’ Success In Nutley

Three is a magic number for the owners of The Burn.

Job Fair At Supermarkets In Essex County Coming This Weekend

ShopRite supermarkets across New Jersey will be holding job fairs this weekend, including several stores in Essex County.

West Orange Therapy Facility Will Mark Grand Opening On Prospect Avenue

Identity Physical Therapy: “We are incredibly proud to open our doors and mark the beginning of a new chapter here in West Orange.”

Pilates Studio Will Hold Grand Opening In West Orange

The Burn will hold a ribbon cutting event with discounts and tours in West Orange on July 16.

New Wave Of NJ Trader Joe’s Stores Opening: See Locations

Here’s how to request a local Trader Joe’s grocery store in your town.

Scratch-Off Tickets Win $510,000 In Essex County (See Lucky Locations)

Two scratch-off lottery tickets recently hit for a combined $510,000 in Essex County.

New Hair Salon In East Orange Is An Immigrant Success Story

One of New Jersey’s “largest African hair braiding salons” will hold a grand opening this weekend: Yasmine Beauty Salon.

Future Business Leaders From West Orange HS Showcase Potential At State Conference

Future Business Leaders of America club members at West Orange High School attended a State Leadership Conference.

Quirky Powerball Drawing Just Made 18 Millionaires In New Jersey

Sometimes it pays to leave yourself in the hands of fate.

ShopRite In West Orange Will Hold Job Fair: See Available Positions

ShopRite supermarkets across New Jersey will be holding job fairs this weekend, including a store in West Orange.

West Orange Students Learn Plumbing Repair Skills At Their High School

“More young people — especially Gen Z — are recognizing the advantages of a career in trades.”

New Target Store Opens In West Orange At Former K-Mart Space

Local shoppers have been buzzing about a new Target store coming to the West Orange Plaza. Opening day took place last weekend.

Grand Opening Nears For Target Store In West Orange, Hiring Continues

The new Target will be located at the spot where a Kmart once stood. Here’s when it will open.

Here’s When New Target Store In West Orange Will Open, Company Says

Target said the new store is expected to employ about 280 team members.

West Orange Accountant Accused Of Stealing $1.6 Million, Laundering Money

The accused accountant spent the funds on personal credit card bills, sports betting and mortgage bills, prosecutors say.

NJ American Water Wants To Hike Rates For Garden State Customers

The largest provider in New Jersey is asking for permission to raise water and sewer bills for its customers – here’s why.

East Orange Store Sells $1 Million Powerball Lottery Ticket: See Lucky Numbers

A store in Essex County sold a Powerball ticket worth a cool $1 million.

NJ Asks Legal Weed Customers For Feedback On ‘Social Equity’ Tax

New Jersey charges recreational cannabis customers a Social Equity Excise Fee when they make a purchase. Here’s where it goes.

West Orange Target Nears Completion, Demand ‘Surges’ At NJ Shopping Center

Three new businesses have signed leases at the North Jersey shopping center, which is anchored by a Whole Foods supermarket.

New Cannabis Dispensary Will Celebrate Grand Opening In East Orange

HZY Goods is opening its doors in East Orange. Here’s what visitors to the “mom and pop” legal marijuana dispensary can expect.

Huge Cigar Lounge Holds Grand Opening In The Oranges, Gets Warm Welcome From Local Officials

Brivado Cigars is more than a lounge, its founder says – it’s a labor of love.

Ex-Cop In Essex County Admits To Bank Fraud Conspiracy, Feds Say

Here’s how the scam worked, federal prosecutors say.

NJ Companies Ordered To Give $429K To Underpaid Carpenters: Feds

The workers were getting paid about half of what they should have received under federal law, authorities said.

Black-Owned Cannabis Dispensary In West Orange Is Ready For Opening Day

“There’s no feeling like accomplishing a goal that literally took five years of blood, sweat and tears,” a founder of The Library said.

Former West Orange Bowling Alley Reborn As Gym (Take A Peek Inside)

Iron Culture is opening a new location at the former site of Eagle Rock Lanes in West Orange. See construction photos here.

NJ Offers ‘Re-Leaf’ To Cash-Strapped Marijuana Businesses With $15M Loan Program

The program aims to level the playing field for legal cannabis companies that lack the funds to expand. Here’s how it works.

Preparing For The World Cup In West Orange: Workshop Will Offer Tips For Local Businesses

The workshop will include a presentation from the FIFA World Cup Host Committee.

West Orange Mayor Appoints Herself Acting Business Administrator

West Orange’s former business administrator, James Abbott, announced that he is retiring earlier this year.

West Orange School District Launches ‘Welcome Back Perks’ Program, Reaches Out To Local Businesses

The program invites West Orange businesses to offer exclusive discounts or special offers to local students, families and school staff.

NJ Tax Hike On Internet Gambling Industry Expected To Raise Big Bucks

Online sports betting is taxed at 51% in New York and 36% in Pennsylvania. Here’s how much New Jersey will charge companies.

West Orange Store Sells $150K Lottery Ticket (See Lucky Numbers)

A store in Essex County sold a $150,000 ticket for the Jersey Cash 5 lottery drawing on Tuesday. Here are the lucky numbers.

Trader Joe’s Plans To Bring New Store To West Orange

Meanwhile, plans to open another high-profile store – a new Target – are still on track for this fall, a spokesperson recently said.

Family-Owned Supermarket Opens Second Store In East Orange

A supermarket founded by Cuban immigrants recently opened another location in North Jersey.

Free Comic Book Day 2025: See Participating Essex County Comic Shops

Free Comic Book Day will return at local stores across the nation this weekend, including several in Essex County.