Report: After Years of Neglect, Maplewood’s Parks are Shabby, Some ‘Dangerous’
Maplewood’s municipal parks have been suffering from neglect and are in need of serious maintenance, according to a report. From basketball and tennis courts to…
Deadline Is June 2 for LBGTQI+ Graduating Seniors to Sign Up for ‘Lavender Graduation’ at Maplewood Town Hall
From Maplewood Township Committee Member Dean Dafis: In partnership with SOMA Action LGBTQ Committee and CHS Spectrum Club, the Township of Maplewood will be hosting the…
South Orange & Maplewood Targeting January 2020 for Fire Department Merger
South Orange and Maplewood are targeting January 1, 2020 for the debut of a consolidated fire department, according to an email from South Orange Village…
Students Move Forward to Develop Safe Rides MapSO App
On May 21, the Maplewood Township Committee passed a resolution adopting Safe Rides MapSO, a ride-sharing service for students and by students in South Orange…
Outdoor Dining Rules, Responsible Alcohol Serving Discussed at Maplewood TC
The Maplewood Township Committee discussed outdoor dining regulations, and responsible alcoholic beverage serving at its meeting on Tuesday. The township is considering amending the Café…
After a Contentious Election, South Orange Leaders Say ‘No Grudges,’ Only ‘Hope’ Going Forward
“Win or lose, there is always a seat at the table. You are welcome always, 100%.” With those words, South Orange Village President Sheena Collum…
Maplewood Leaders: Recycling Is Costing Us; Manufacturers Should Be Held Responsible
Maplewood NJ leaders recently passed an ordinance outlawing the use of plastic bags for point of purchase, to be phased in this summer. But Maplewood’s…
Commercial Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers NOT Allowed in Maplewood May 15-Sept 30
From Maplewood Township: Maplewood Township’s prohibition on commercial use of gas-powered leaf blowers takes effect May 15th and runs through September 30th. If you see…
Meet the Mayor at Hilton Neighborhood Meeting May 16
From the HNA: The Hilton Neighborhood Association May meeting will feature Maplewood Mayor Vic DeLuca in an ASK THE MAYOR session on Thursday, May 16,…
Maplewoodians: Participatory Budgeting Voting for Special Projects Begins May 15
From the Township of Maplewood: On March 1, 2019 through April 1, 2019 The Township of Maplewood allowed community members, local civic groups, school parent…