First Black Athlete At West Orange HS May Be In This Old Photo

Who was the first Black student-athlete at West Orange High School? The town's historian thinks he may have found a good candidate.

Seton Hall Hoops: DePaul Game Canceled + Powell Makes NBA Debut

The Pirates' Thursday game has been canceled because of DePaul's COVID outbreak. Former Seton Hall star Myles Powell joins the 76ers.

Seton Hall Hoops Cancels Sat. Game Due To COVID Within Program

The No. 16 Pirates were scheduled to play Iona at Madison Square Garden. The status of Monday's home game vs. St. John's is undetermined.

West Orange Boys Soccer Players Score Postseason Honors

A West Orange High School soccer player has been named to the 2021 All-Essex First Team.

East Orange Teen Inspires City With Her Gridiron Glory

With single carry of the pigskin, Jessica Felix scored a huge touchdown for aspiring female football players across New Jersey.

West Orange Cheerleaders Offer Encouragement To Younger Peers

West Orange High School varsity cheerleaders joined their younger counterparts for a special performance.

West Orange Athletes, Coaches Inducted Into Hall Of Fame

The West Orange Athletic Hall of Fame welcomed its new inductees with a heartwarming ceremony.

West Orange Ultimate Frisbee Club Asked To Test New Glowing Disc

When it comes to testing out new Frisbees, there’s no better spot than the home county of ‘Ultimate.’

West Orange Boys Soccer Welcome Next Generation of Players

U8/U9 players join for season home opener

West Orange Boys Soccer Team Remains Undefeated

Boys beat Caldwell 5-0 on the road to continue winning ways

Ex-Olympian From West Orange Recalls Her Own Bid As Teen

Competing for the gold in Tokyo? Ginny Duenkel, the swimming champ the municipal pool is named after, has been there before.

Workshop Event Set For West Orange Tennis Club

A workshop including topics such as “the physics of tennis” will take place at the West Orange Tennis Club on July 31.

Seton Hall Prep Grad Becomes UNLV Women's Track And CC Coach

Dorian Scott, a former Pirate, Florida State-standout and Jamaican Olympic shot putter takes over the Rebels program.

West Orange Gymnast Triumphs At National Championships

Alana Walker of North Stars Gymnastics Academy emerged at the top of her age group at a prestigious USA Gymnastics competition.

West Orange Women’s Club Golf Clinic Scores Hole-In-One

“As a new organization, we didn't have established fundraisers to fall back on, and we needed creative ideas that were pandemic-friendly."

East Orange Closes Skate Park After Youth Seen Without Masks

East Orange closed a local skate park after a “large number” of youth were seen not wearing masks, despite COVID-19 requirements.

Youth Hockey Player Who Uses Codey Arena Positive For COVID-19

A player with a NJ Devils youth hockey team tested positive for COVID-19. The team is one of several groups using the arena.

HS Football Stars Are West Orange’s Version Of The ‘4 Horsemen’

They’ve been going to school together for 12 years. “It’s much more than teammates and friends,” one teen explained. “It’s a family.”

Most Fall Sports On, But ‘Uncertainty’ Remains At West Orange HS

All fall sports except one – girls volleyball – will resume for students at West Orange High School amid the coronavirus pandemic.

West Orange Shuts Down Basketball League Over COVID Concerns

Town officials in West Orange have pulled the plug on a popular basketball league that temporarily found a home at O’Connor Park.

University’s First Female Wrestler Hails From West Orange

Sandra Guerrero wrote herself into the history books at West Orange High School. Now she’s doing the same at New Jersey City University.

West Orange High School Students Are 2020 ‘Scholar Athletes’

West Orange High School students Natalie Nevins, Didi Mesfin and Brett Zeligson earned honors for their achievements on and off the field.

West Orange HS Bowlers Roll To 3rd Place In State Tournament

The West Orange High School bowling team took home third place in the Group IV Division in the State Tournament of Champions.

Free Health Screenings For Young Athletes In Essex County

Free cardiac and concussion baseline screenings will be available for young athletes at Codey Arena on March 7.

West Orange HS Cheerleaders Place 8th At National Championship

The West Orange HS cheerleading team had a whirlwind weekend at one of the most prestigious cheerleading championships in the nation.

Seventh Grade Track Star Makes West Orange Proud

Taylor Aska, a 12-year old seventh grader in West Orange Liberty Middle School has truly exhibited her love of the sport of track and field.

Colgate Women's Games ‘Coach Of The Year’ Is From West Orange

West Orange High School’s Felicia Blake has been named as one of the group’s “Coaches of The Year.”

West Orange Girls Wrestling Team Making Sports History

The program at West Orange High School has expanded mostly by recruitment and word-of-mouth, officials say.

Devil Battles Turtle: Mascots Fundraise $125K In Essex County

A battle of the mascots took place in Essex County, including the NJ Devil, Myrtle the Turtle and several college icons.

West Orange Athletic Hall of Fame Holds 2019 Inductions

More than 200 West Orange athletes, coaches, family members and friends joined together for a celebration of the past and present.

West Orange HS Girls Tennis, Marching Mountaineers Notch Wins

West Orange High School got two big reasons to cheer, courtesy of the girls tennis team and the Marching Mountaineers band.

2 Essex County Teachers Ace New York City Marathon

Teaching is a test of endurance, just like long-distance running. So maybe it’s no surprise these two educators conquered the NYC marathon.

West Orange Football Team Dedicates Season To Injured Brothers

The West Orange High School football team is taking the field with the Verducci brothers in their hearts. The siblings were hurt in a crash.

Ex-NJ Governor Coaches Youth Hoops In West Orange

The question is, do Richard Codey’s players call him “governor,” “senator” or “coach?”

West Orange HS Football Team Wins Prestigious 'Bergen Shootout'

The West Orange High School football team won their first-ever "Bergen Shootout" under the direction of new head coach Darnell Grant.

Kyrie Irving Signs Brooklyn Nets Contract At West Orange School

Kyrie Irving is headed to the Brooklyn Nets. But first, the New Jersey native had a stop to make in West Orange.

West Orange Schools: Athletic Director, Students Honored

West Orange High School Athletic Director Ron Bligh was named Athletic Director of the Year. Two students were honored as scholar athletes.

West Orange HS Hires Beloved Newark Football Coach, Role Model

As a coach in Newark, Darnell Grant helped his players to outscore their opponents 500-69. He’s also a well-respected mentor off the field.

W. Orange Schools Give Nod To ‘Women And Girls In Sports Day’

The West Orange School District recognized the 33rd annual National Women and Girls in Sports Day.

West Orange High School Hockey Star Smashes All-Time Goal Record

The West Orange High School ice hockey team has a new all-time goal leader: Davey Campbell.