Community members are invited to bring photos of their departed loved ones for the ofrenda at Spiotta Park.

The school district, the towns and the charitable food community are stepping up in a big way, said Robin Peacock of the MEND Hunger Relief Network. She urged people to volunteer and contribute because, even with the judges’ rulings, loading funds onto EBT cards could take a week or more. “There’s definitely a lot more fear and people are shifting to scarcity mindset now. It’s just a lot more stress for the community.”

Essex County, NJ, October 31, 2025 – Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. announced that a series of localized food distribution hubs are being coordinated to provide emergency food to …

A transcript of the South Orange-Maplewood Board of Education’s October 30 discussion about potential changes to the Intentional Integration Initiative.

“What families are asking for isn’t a retreat from integration; they’re asking for better operations: transportation that works, expanded before- and after-care options, and school cultures that foster real connection. That’s how we build shared experiences and a stronger community.” — Dr. Qawi Telesford

“For avoidance of doubt, BPW did not recommend nor endorse the Triple I and we are always open to alternative ideas regarding how to efficiently integrate our schools.”