“To our dismay, Friends of Frank is now under attack for standing up for Frank”, read an email raising funds for the three defendants. Meanwhile, former BOE member Elissa Malespina said that “false statements made about me have caused significant damage to my reputation, my career, and my emotional well-being.”

Meanwhile, Irvington Avenue and several nearby streets will soon see some traffic calming measures like blinking pedestrian crossing signs and solar-powered speed displays.

Susan and Fred Profeta have been pillars of the Maplewood community for decades. Now they hope others can continue the work of building the foundation they helped to found.

Photos of progress are fueling excitement for the reopening of the newly renovated, expanded and reoriented library.

“In honoring her legacy, the Coalition pledges to continue embracing the values Carol taught us, and to be unwavering as we strive toward the inclusive, equitable community she envisioned.”

Honored for tackling local food insecurity and enriching the community, the Elks Rent Party garden has grown enough to produce 2,000 pounds of fresh produce every summer to support local food initiatives.