“Everywhere around the country, we are losing public health as we speak. This is a dire situation.” — South Orange-Maplewood Health Officer Candice Davenport

Although South Orange Mayor Sheena Collum’s name will not be on the June 10 primary ballot, she will be campaigning alongside Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop in his bid to win the NJ Governor’s race.

Jane Collins-Colding, an entrepreneur and mother of 5, applied for and received the endorsement of the Maplewood Democratic Committee. Max Kravitz, CHS Class of 2023, is running without that endorsement.

Registration has begun for the K-5 Aftercare Program which is open to all and begins in September. Engel, who is currently serving on the Maplewood Township Committee, announced that she would not seek reelection.

South Orange Middle School proudly presents The Wizard of Oz, premiering on Friday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m., with additional performances Saturday, April 5 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 6 …

Per Township Committee member Vic DeLuca, “The concept is to create two soccer fields and remove the softball field.” Presentations will be made by representatives from Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc., the consultant engineers engaged by the Township.