Francie Christensen’s photograph, titled “Sarah,” earns recognition at the Art Administrators of New Jersey’s Emerging Artists Exhibition, held at Kean University.

“We’re on track, but we have tough decisions to make.” — South Orange-Maplewood Schools Business Administrator Imani Moody

From Luna Stage: Luna Stage will present the World Premiere of Rajesh Bose’s new adaptation of Shakespeare’s Hamlet February 12-March 8 on the MainStage. Streamlined to a fleet 90 minutes, …

From the South Orange Maplewood Board of Education: The Board of Education will hold a public Board Retreat on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the District Meeting …

Fire Chief Joseph Alvarez commended all the firefighters who battled the blaze and frigid 4-degree windchill, highlighting Squad 32. “Without question, their decision to immediately commit their company to making the rescue and the swift action they took are the reasons a resident of our town is alive today.”

UPDATE – The heating problem is resolved and school will reopen tomorrow, Feb. 3, 2026. Here is the update letter that Principal Kim Hutchison sent to families Monday afternoon: Dear …