In 1975 Jose Fuster purchased a small bungalow in the fishing village of Jamainitas, Cuba and with the help of his neighbors, spent the next 50 years adorning homes, offices, …
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DevelopmentGovernmentHistoryMaplewoodSouth OrangeTowns
After Historic Maplewood Home is Torn Down, Residents Demand Answers — and Accountability — from Town Leaders
A descendant of the home’s original builder said she was “absolutely disgusted” with the way the town has handled the situation. 103 Parker “…was especially meaningful because it was built by our ancestors, and it was a tangible connection to our family’s history,” said Ruth Cahill.
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CommunityMaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
Columbia High School Scholarship Fund Holds 2023 Award Reception
by Joy Yagidby Joy YagidThe Columbia High School Scholarship Fund’s annual reception was held Wednesday to celebrate the students, graduating seniors and a few returning graduates who were awarded scholarships. The event was held …
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Arts & CultureCommunityEventsFood & WellnessSponsored
Summit’s Family Fun Night is Rescheduled for Thursday, June 15
From Summit Downtown, Inc.: Due to the smoky air conditions and recommendations from the State of NJ and the Health Department, the annual Family Fun Night (FFN) event hosted by …
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
BOE President May 25 Statement on Employee Renewal Process, Pulling of Religion in Schools Policy
After last month’s raucous and impassioned Board of Education meeting which led to two top administrators and the Columbia High School principal retaining their positions, BOE President Kaitlin Wittleder apologized …
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GovernmentMaplewoodTowns
Maplewood Renews Animal Control Contract With Bloomfield for One Year
by Lela Mooreby Lela MooreWant to know what is happening in your community? WE MAKE IT EASY! Try a subscription today, and you’ll get full access to The Village Green and experience the best …

