“At this time we fully anticipate that repairs will proceed as planned and that we will welcome students and staff back to school on Friday, May 29, 2026.”

It has been four years since the Village cut down about three dozen dead and diseased trees in Grove Park. Construction on the $1M restoration project, which includes a new playground, pathways, drainage and infrastructure, and tree plantings will run through November, officials say.

Three candidates are running for two seats in the Democratic primary (June 2) for Maplewood Township Committee. Read our submission guidelines here. Read our election coverage here.    I support Martin Ceperley …

As of May 26, Martin Ceperley is leading in fundraising — both in reported large and small contributions — followed by John Sullivan, then Vic De Luca. Ceperley has raised nearly $23,000, Sullivan $13,515 and De Luca just under $10,000.

Six candidates are running in the June 2 Democratic primary for 4 Commissioner At Large seats on the Essex County Commission: Deb Engel, running with Essex Reform Democrats; Marques-Aquil Lewis, Moving Essex …

Three candidates are running for two seats in the Democratic primary (June 2) for Maplewood Township Committee. Read our submission guidelines here. Read our election coverage here.    I have had the …