An assistant prosecutor in Essex County earned an award for her “outstanding work in prosecuting child sexual abuse cases.”
When West Orange officials first proposed a 16% municipal tax hike, it spurred outrage from homeowners. Here’s where the number stands now.
The EPA is probing a stretch of Gregory Avenue as part of a national campaign to investigate telecommunication cables with lead linings.
A potential tax hike has been seeing some serious pushback from West Orange residents, but a proposed amendment may ease some of the pain.
The West Orange Town Council held an emergency meeting to discuss a lawsuit filed by Mayor Susan McCartney. Here’s what it’s about.
The mayor of West Orange has fired the next shot in an increasingly heated shoving match involving town attorney Richard Trenk.
Several West Orange elected officials were on hand to greet the governor.
Some New Jersey residents will have their out-of-pocket costs capped for asthma inhalers, EpiPens and insulin under a bill signed on Monday.
The sewer fee hike comes as the West Orange Town Council prepares to vote on a municipal tax increase.
All West Orange municipal buildings must be closed at 11 p.m., effective immediately, Mayor Susan McCartney says.
Construction at the new library is almost done, an administrator said. Plans for senior housing at the old library site are moving along.
WATCH: Is Richard Trenk still the town attorney In West Orange? The debate continues.
The West Orange Planning Board approved a developer’s plan to build a 142-unit apartment building on Pleasant Valley Way.
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After doing as much chopping as possible, what was once a 16 percent proposed municipal tax hike is “much more palatable,” an official said.
Democrats control the state Legislature, but Republicans are hoping to gain ground.
West Orange Voter Guide: Here’s what you need to know if you want to vote in the primary election on Tuesday.
It’s one of the oldest tricks in the Garden State’s political playbook, advocates say. Here's what to know about “The Line.”
The debate continues over West Orange’s 2023 budget – and a potential tax hike for homeowners.
Craig Coughlin has a plan to chop taxes for New Jersey seniors. Here’s what a Republican lawmaker and a progressive think tank say about it.
West Orange homeowners are facing a 16% hike to their municipal taxes. Here are some ways to chop that down, an administrator says.
VIDEO: Several West Orange residents blasted a looming tax hike during a marathon meeting of the township council.
The West Orange Zoning Board denied an application from Daughters of Israel, which wanted to expand their campus on Pleasant Valley Way.
A loss of COVID aid, a rise in expenses and dwindling reserves are causing a "perfect storm" for the town budget – and a looming tax hike.
Jill Stein: “In so many critical arenas where Democrats were declared the ‘lesser evil,’ such claims no longer pass the laugh test.”
Gov. Murphy conditionally vetoed a bill that would force landlords to notify buyers and sellers about flood risks – here's why.
The proclamation was presented to West Orange Municipal Clerk Karen Carnevale during a recent council meeting.
VIDEO: “A 16 percent increase at this time would be devastating to just about everyone who lives in this town,” a West Orange resident said.
Susan McCartney spoke about public safety, land use/development, community spirit and rumors of a Target coming to town.
West Orange officials are kicking the wheels on a potential deal with Livingston to share emergency dispatch and communication services.
A long-awaited decision on a nonprofit nursing home’s request to expand in West Orange will have to wait until at least May.
The anticipated tax impact for local homeowners in West Orange isn’t available yet, a town official said.
Gov. Phil Murphy has defended more than $500K of taxpayer funds spent on furniture for his office. “Very regal!” these GOP senators joked.
Donald Payne: “SNAP benefits are not keeping up with the national economy, and hardworking American families are suffering because of it.”
Should West Orange’s mayor have been allowed to cast a tie-breaking vote on the town attorney’s work contract? Nope, a resolution says.
The cull took place at South Mountain (Maplewood, Millburn, West Orange) and Hilltop reservations (Cedar Grove, North Caldwell, Verona).
West Orange Mayor Susan McCartney and Essex County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo Jr. met to discuss items including Rock Spring Country Club.
“West Orange is actually where I started my official path to the Assembly,” the longtime Democratic lawmaker said.
The West Orange Town Council greenlighted a contract with Richard Trenk after a close vote and heated debate. See the roll call here.