Ceperley says he wants to “Move Maplewood Forward” quite literally with better bike, pedestrian and public transportation — as well as support local businesses and create more affordable housing.

O’Brien surpasses the record held by New Jersey Lacrosse Hall of Famer Bob Bianchi, a pioneer of high school lacrosse.

On April 18, the South Orange-Maplewood Baseball and Softball parade signaled the official start of the Spring 2026 program run by the two towns’ recreation departments for children ages 5-15 …

“This is the number one thing I would like to tell you. In your life’s journey – wherever you go – make sure you do what you are good at. And do what you love. These are usually the same thing.”

The public is invited to come watch students perform scenes from Macbeth, Julius Caesar, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Twelfth Night, Hamlet, Othello and more!

3 elementary schools will be starting earlier — at 7:45 a.m. — while both middle schools and the high school will start later — at 8:20 a.m. The changes are said to help streamline bus schedules and reduce transportation costs.