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.

West Orange Teacher Shares Personal Stories Of The Holocaust With Students

Social studies teacher Pamela Romanchuk is on a mission to teach students about the Holocaust through a very personal lens: her family.

$95K Grant For West Orange Will Pay For Litter Cleanup, Stormwater Maintenance

West Orange has received a $95,913 grant to boost litter cleanup and stormwater maintenance efforts.

West Orange Resource Fair For Seniors Connects Community With Opportunity

The resource fair helped adults 55 and up to connect with resources for job training, volunteering and more.

‘Art of the Game’: West Orange Art Event Is Inspired By Soccer And Community

Local artists, students, and community members are invited to “reimagine” soccer balls as unique canvases of art. Here’s how to participate.

Around West Orange: Money + Power + Fire + Bidding War

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‘Best Of Beethoven’ Concert In Montclair Will Feature Early Chamber Works

The Szabo Chamber Music Society will hold one of its final concerts of the season, "Best of Beethoven," at an upcoming date in Montclair.

NFL Billionaire’s Plan To Build Apartments Over NJ Forest Sacked In West Orange

Community activists scored a big win in their battle to preserve a large patch of forest in North Jersey.

West Orange Town Council Wrestles With Budget, Potential Tax Hike

Here's how much West Orange homeowners would pay under the proposed spending plan.

Plan To Clear Forest, Build Apartments In West Orange Scheduled For Hearing

The West Essex Highlands application is back on the agenda in West Orange. Here's what to know.

West Orange School Board OKs Budget, Job Cuts Despite Protests From Teachers Union

One of the most controversial school budgets in years has crossed the finish line in West Orange.

Around West Orange: 100 Days Of Sherrill + Worker Protests + Powerball

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Quirky Powerball Drawing Just Made 18 Millionaires In New Jersey

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

School Budget Vote Nears In West Orange, Superintendent Makes Plea To Community

If the budget passes, it will mean dozens of job cuts and a tax hike for local homeowners. Here's why money is so tight in West Orange.

West Orange Secures Up To $1.56 Million For Cleanup At Former Barton Press Site

“This is a significant investment in the future of West Orange,” Mayor Susan McCartney said.

Building a Healthier Future for New Jersey

Hackensack Meridian Health is making a historic, three-billion-dollar investment that will redefine the standard of care.

Around West Orange: Mejia + Budgets + Bears + Taxes + Children

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Severe Budget Cuts For West Orange Schools Spark Outcry At Board Meeting

The West Orange school district is facing a $14 million gap as it fights a losing battle with rising costs. Dozens of jobs are on the line.

West Orange Advocates Push For Local Law Limiting Cooperation With ICE

Members of West Orange Aiding Neighbors want the town council to create more local protections for immigrants.

Proposed Tax Hike In West Orange Town Budget Sparks Criticism, Questions

Here are the early numbers.

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 Man Made ‘Ultimate Sacrifice’ In WWII, Surviving Family Sought

Arthur William Bachman was killed just weeks before the end of the war in Europe. The exact circumstances of his death remain unclear.

Maplewood Glee Club Promises ‘Good Vibrations’ at Big May 3 Concert

The local men’s group celebrates 80th anniversary with songs from every decade at new venue

2nd Annual Spring Community Market Day

A Day of Giving, Sharing & Caring Join us for this amazing community event!

Around West Orange: Election Results + ICE + Billionaires + Taxes

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Financial Literacy Seminar

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West Orange 7th Grader Excels In Honors Classes, Volunteers To Help Classmates And Community

From a brand partner: Micah Hicks maintains high honors while supporting peers, creating art and volunteering with his church.

West Orange Teens Take ‘Unforgettable’ Journey Through Italy

Students from West Orange High School had an immersive experience that brought language, history and culture vividly to life.

Young West Orange Chess Wizards Travel To National Competition

The talented teens placed 25th in the nation at the competition.

12 Worthy Fundraisers To Attend In Essex County: 2026 Events

Participants can get reduced admission to the Turtle Back Zoo, Codey Arena and minigolf at the South Mountain Rec Complex.

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.”

Bringing The Heat In West Orange: Record-Breaking Temperatures Possible In NJ

Get ready for some warm weather in West Orange – here’s the local weekly forecast.

West Orange Animal Welfare League Needs Volunteers: What To Know

The West Orange Animal Welfare League is seeking volunteers to help care for dogs and cats at the local animal shelter.

What’s The Status Of West Orange Town Budget? We Don’t Know, Council Members Say

“This must stop,” a town council member said.

West Orange Teens Are Learning Lifesaving Skills In The Classroom

High school students in the town get a chance to learn CPR, basic first aid, how to use defibrillator and how to care for choking victims.

West Orange Students Fundraise For Community Projects In Ecuador, Dominican Republic

With $1,300 already secured, the team is seeking additional funding to meet its goal.

Around West Orange: Nuclear Power + School Layoffs + Holy Week

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Good News In Essex County: NCAA Champ + Glassblowing + Community Service

New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.

Budget Meltdowns Slam Schools Across Essex County, Hundreds Of Jobs At Risk

Essex County gets the most school aid in New Jersey – by a lot. So why are so many districts struggling to stay in the black?