The day of competition was also a celebration of legacy, as Joe Barbanel (Class of 1972) and Sydney Mannion (2022) shared reflections on the development of the game here in Maplewood, and what it now means to them, creating a bridge between generations of CHS Ultimate players.
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CommunityObituariesSouth Orange
Melanie Troncone, 47, ‘Fierce Friend,’ Proud Mom, Selfless Volunteer & Mentor
Visitation will take place on Friday, December 6 from 3:00- 7:00 PM at Preston Funeral Home, 153 South Orange Ave, South Orange, NJ.
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HolidaySouth Orange
South Orange’s Blanchard Estate Joins 11 Other Homes on Essex County Holiday House Tour
Register now ($20 for adults; free for children and students) to visit the home on Saturday, Dec. 7 or Sunday, Dec. 8.
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
South Orange-Maplewood School District Sees Dip in 2 ‘QSAC’ Ratings, Seeks Appeal in 1 Area
Meanwhile, the State Board of Education approved changes earlier this year to how school quality is measured, placing a greater focus on student growth. Changes will go into effect in 2025.
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EnvironmentGovernmentSouth Orange
South Orange Achieves Sustainable Jersey Bronze Level Certification
The designation is awarded to municipalities that demonstrate leadership in environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and green initiatives.
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
South Orange-Maplewood School District Reaffirms Support for Transgender Students
The Board of Education reaffirmed the District’s “unwavering commitment to inclusivity and respect” and announced that an all-gender bathroom at Maplewood Middle is nearing completion.
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EnvironmentParks & RecreationSouth Orange
South Orange Strengthens Tree Ordinance to Ensure Lost Trees Are Replaced
To ensure a shady canopy of trees for generations to come, the South Orange ordinance spells out how many trees need to be planted to replace healthy trees that are removed, based on the size of the tree removed.
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MaplewoodReal EstateSchools / KidsSouth OrangeSponsored
Tandem Real Estate Group to Host 8th Annual Summer Camp Fair on Sunday, December 8
From Tandem Real Estate Group: As the weather starts to get colder, it’s time…
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“I’m excited! It’s game time!” said Mayor Sheena Collum, saying the move will promote voter engagement and turnout, save money, and pave the way for more ballot reform.
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
South Orange-Maplewood Students to Continue to Get Heads Up at Start of Lockdown Drills
The 1st reading of the updated Emergency & Crisis Situations Policy provides more language to ensure needs of students with accommodations are met; allows students to talk with staff afterward if needed; and ensures parents have enough info by the end of the drill day to have meaningful conversations with their students.