“Kokoro means ‘heart and spirit’ in Japanese, which feels incredibly fitting because that’s exactly what this next phase is about,” said Kimaya Salaskar. “Two small businesses supporting each other, evolving creatively, and finding a way to continue serving the community we both love.”
-
-
CommunityMaplewoodParks & RecreationSouth Orange
South Orange, Maplewood Pools Open Saturday for Pre-Season, Open Father’s Day Weekend for Summer
While this week’s heat has felt like summer is already here, and both the South Orange and Maplewood community pools will be open on weekends starting Saturday, May 23, the …
-
MaplewoodPolice and Fire
Maplewood Blotter: Lewdness Arrest; Recent Arrests of Teens on Burglary and Auto Theft Conspiracy Charges
From the Maplewood Police: Maplewood Police Blotter 05/08/2026 Lewdness Arrest: At approximately 10:09 a.m., patrols responded to 160 Maplewood Ave on a report of an adult male engaging in lewd …
-
CommunitySouth OrangeTransportation
South Orange Parking Authority Launches Pilot ‘Loop’ Bus Service for Senior Adults Beginning June 9
The South Orange Parking Authority (SOPA), in partnership with South Orange Village and its Senior Citizen Advisory Committee will launch a 3-month pilot “Loop” bus service for senior citizens this …
-
GovernmentMaplewoodPolice and Fire
Niheema Malloy to Become 1st Female—and 1st Black Female—Maplewood Police Chief
“I’d like to express my gratitude for your confidence and your ability to see my vision for the future. … I look forward to making this official and I’m very much fired up and ready to go.” — Niheema Malloy
-
GovernmentMaplewood
Maplewood Township Committee Condemns ‘Horrific and Cowardly’ Attack on the Islamic Center of San Diego
From Maplewood Township: The Maplewood Township Committee condemns the horrific and cowardly attack on the Islamic Center of San Diego in the strongest possible terms. The targeting of a place …

