Traffic Crackdown Launched In East Orange As Crashes, Injuries Rise

There were 2,274 crashes, six fatalities and 98,905 summonses written in East Orange last year. Here’s how many there are so far in 2023.

Outlawing Sale Of Gas Vehicles In NJ Is 'Unfair, Unjust,' Group Says

New cars sold in NJ will have to be all-electric by 2035, Gov. Murphy said. Here are the questions you should be asking, a trade group says.

West Orange Police Hand Out 18 Parking Tickets On Fairmount In 1 Night

There has been an uptick of complaints at several locations in town, including Fairmount Terrace, West Orange police said.

Fatal Car Crash In West Orange: Husband Dead, Wife Injured

A tree limb fell in high winds and went through the sun roof of a car, hitting the driver in the head, authorities said.

Crossing Guard Shortage In West Orange Forces Cops To Pick Up Slack

“The current shortage of crossing guards in West Orange is an ongoing concern.”

Fix This Deadly Stretch Of Road In The Oranges, Assemblywoman Says

Britnee Timberlake: “Unless proper measures are taken, injuries and fatalities will still likely occur.”

Lamborghini Stolen From West Orange Parking Garage: Police

An expensive luxury car was stolen at the Edison Lofts parking garage in West Orange, authorities said.

Commercial Vehicle Restrictions On I-280; Weather May Affect Roads

A restriction on tractor trailers, big trucks and several other types of vehicle is in effect Friday for I-280 in New Jersey.

Tuesday Traffic Delays On I-280; Crash, Truck Fire Reported

Portions of I-280 saw severe traffic delays for the Tuesday morning rush hour, with authorities reporting a vehicle crash and a truck fire.

West Orange Resident, 88, Dies After Crash On Parkway: Authorities

A car crash on the Garden State Parkway claimed the life of a West Orange resident, state police said.

West Orange Resident Dies In Manhattan Car Crash: Authorities

A 24-year-old West Orange resident died in a car crash in New York City, officials said.

‘Stop For Nikhil’ In West Orange: Traffic Safety Event Back For 2022

The Nikhil Badlani Foundation will host the 12th annual “STOP For Nikhil” walk/run/bike event on Sept. 18.

West Orange Hiring School Crossing Guards, Locals Get Priority

Pay is based on experience and runs from $13 to $20 per hour. Here’s what it takes to become a school crossing guard in West Orange.

NJMVC Mobile Unit To Visit East Orange: Licenses, IDs, Registrations

Renew a driver’s license, get a photo ID, renew a registration or get a disability placard when the NJMVC mobile unit visits East Orange.

Culvert That Bridges West Orange Brook Is Getting Replaced

Culverts in West Orange, Millburn, Orange, Bloomfield and Roseland will be replaced this summer, Essex County officials say.

NJMVC Mobile Unit To Visit West Orange: Licenses, IDs, Registrations

Renew a driver’s license, get a photo ID, renew a registration or get a disability placard when the NJMVC mobile unit visits West Orange.

NJ Will Close Ramp On I-280 In West Orange To Fix Sinkhole

Repairs will take about a month, officials said. See detour info here.

West Orange Jitney Woes Expected To End By Late Summer: Township

A shortage of qualified bus drivers is hindering the return of jitney service to pre-pandemic levels, West Orange officials say.

Update: Sinkhole On I-280 Exit Ramp Near West Orange; Road Detoured

An exit ramp on Interstate 280 was closed and detoured because of a sinkhole, authorities said.

West Orange Police Kick Off Distracted Driving Crackdown

West Orange police will be among those cracking down on distracted drivers as part of the state's latest "UDrive. UText. UPay." campaign.

West Orange To Get State Funds For Road Improvements

West Orange will be among the New Jersey towns getting a piece of a $161 million state funding package.

Road Construction On Main Street In West Orange Begins Thursday

“While milling and paving work is taking place, sections of Main Street will be intermittently closed to non-emergency traffic.”

Probe Continues Into Fatal Hit-And-Run In West Orange

A local woman died in a hit-and-run that took place in West Orange. No arrests have been made as of Thursday, police said.

Vehicle Hits, Kills Pedestrian In West Orange; Police Seek Driver

A vehicle hit a pedestrian at an intersection in West Orange near an I-280 overpass. The driver left the scene, police said.

West Orange Will Get Visit From NJ Motor Vehicle 'Mobile Unit'

Need to renew a driver’s license, register to vote, surrender a license plate or get a photo ID card? The MVC is coming to you, West Orange.

Water In Car Engine? Don’t Make This Error, NJ Gas Station Says

A gas station and auto repair shop in West Orange offers a tip for anyone who drove through a flooded street and got water in their engine.

Rockfall Mitigation Work Starts On I-280 In Essex County

The $5.6 million federally-funded project will tackle “rockfall hazards” in two locations on I-280.

NY Waterway Increasing Frequency of Weekday Ferries to Downtown

Weekday, Downtown ferries will run every 40 minutes (Weehawken & Hoboken)

Car Crash On I-280 In West Orange Kills Newark Teen: Police

A stolen car hit another vehicle, overturned and struck a concrete barrier. The driver died, and his passenger was seriously hurt.

Crash On I-280 Near West Orange; All Lanes Closed, Detoured

Authorities investigated a car crash on I-280 near West Orange.

West Orange Safety Efforts Endure In Name Of Nikhil Badlani

The Nikhil Badlani Foundation Youth Advisory Board has continued its traffic safety mission in West Orange during the pandemic.

NJ Loosens COVID-19 Travel Rules, Guidelines

New Jersey residents who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no longer have to self-quarantine after taking a trip across state lines.

West Orange Relaxes Parking Rules For Spring Holiday Season

West Orange will be temporarily relaxing its parking rules during Passover, Easter and Ramadan, officials said.

Crash On I-280 In West Orange Amid Storm Warnings: Officials

A vehicle crash took place on I-280 in West Orange on Monday, temporarily closing a lane of traffic, officials said.

East Orange Police Get $7,200 For 2020 DWI Crackdown

Police departments across New Jersey got funds to participate in the annual "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign.

2 Intersections In West Orange Will Get Safety Improvements

Essex County is spreading out $26.4 million in funds to make improvements at 39 busy intersections. West Orange is on the list.

Cars Strike, Kill Bicyclist In East Orange; Prosecutors ID Victim

A 26-year-old Orange resident was riding his bicycle in East Orange when "multiple vehicles" hit him, authorities said.

West Orange Has One Of ‘Best Commutes To Manhattan’ In NJ: Report

If you want to have an easy commute from New Jersey to Manhattan, West Orange is a pretty good place to live, a study says.

Minor Crash In West Orange Causes Traffic Delays: Officials

“Please use caution or select an alternate route,” West Orange officials said.

Car Strikes, Kills Pedestrian In The Oranges: Prosecutor

A car struck an Orange resident in East Orange. She died from her injuries, authorities said.