Nonetheless, residents should report bear sightings to local police — particularly if the bear is aggressive.
Health & Wellness
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Health & WellnessMaplewoodMillburnSouth Orange
South Orange-Maplewood Health Officer Provides Tips on Dealing with Black Bears
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CommunityHealth & WellnessMaplewoodSouth Orange
It’s Not Too Late: Join the 7th Annual 10 Days of 10Ks Challenge to Support Healthy Hunger Relief
by Lisa Dugganby Lisa DugganThe event “runs” every day through July 21 — with a “Half Way Happy Hour,” scheduled for Tuesday, July 16 at 6:30pm at St. James Gate Publick House in Maplewood.
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GovernmentHealth & WellnessMaplewoodSouth OrangeTowns
Maplewood Seeks to Address Health Disparities Across Neighborhoods
by Lela Mooreby Lela MooreLife expectancy is lower and the incidence of some chronic health conditions — including diabetes and high blood pressure — is notably higher in some Maplewood neighborhoods, including Hilton and Lightning Brook.
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BusinessHealth & WellnessMillburnSponsored
Ethical Mattress Company Introduces The Avocado Green Mattress — America’s #1 Organic & Toxin-Free Mattress
From The Ethical Mattress Company: The Ethical Mattress Company, a specialty sleep store located…
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Food & WellnessHealth & WellnessMaplewoodSouth Orange
Maplewood Farmers Market Returns June 3 to New Location—Springfield Ave Gazebo
Summer is truly here! Not only have the town pools opened in timely fashion…
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CommunityEventsHealth & WellnessSouth OrangeSponsored
Family-Friendly Fun at South Orange Greenway Bike/Walk Parade on May 19
From Walk Bike Ride South Orange: Join us at the 3rd Annual South Orange…
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CommunityHealth & WellnessMaplewoodSouth Orange
Maplewood & South Orange See Rise in Dog Bite Cases — Here’s What You Need to Know
From the Maplewood and South Orange Health Department: Maplewood and South Orange are seeing…
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Health & WellnessMaplewoodOpinion
‘Bleeding Hearts Need Repair!’ Dafis Shares Message Ahead of Surgery
“I’ve never been separated from my heart. Even at an early age, I have always led with my heart. … But apparently the time has come for a repair.”
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CommunityHealth & WellnessMaplewoodSouth OrangeTowns
Rare Solar Eclipse is Coming April 8 — Are You (and Your Kids) Prepared to View It Safely?
by Donny Levitby Donny LevitExperts say that it’s imperative that solar eye protection is worn while looking at the sun. Several SOMSD elementary schools will be dismissing students at peak eclipse time, so abundant caution is necessary.