Recent conversations about high school teacher trips to Israel have evolved into a conversation about human rights and civil discourse.

From the Maplewood Library: Representatives from the Maplewood Memorial Library accept the 2026 U.S. Local Leadership Award for Project Excellence in New Jersey from the U.S. Green Building Council. The library …

On Wednesday, July 1, from noon-1 p.m., all are invited to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with the Maplewood Memorial Library, 51 Baker Street, at a lunchtime concert on the back …

“I don’t think it’s too much. I think it’s right where we need to be.” — South Orange Mayor Sheena Collum, addressing housing development in the Village.

A young black bear has been has been visiting backyards, the Reservation and the zoo. If you see him, make your presence known with noise, back away but don’t run, and don’t make eye contact.

“The message voters sent in this election was clear: progressive voices matter. New voices matter. Younger voices matter. Independent voices matter. And I will continue fighting to make sure those voices have a seat at the table.”