Fred Profeta

At the Foundation’s “Celebrate Maplewood,” event, which drew 200 attendees, the organization’s 2024 non-profit grantees were recognized for the good work they do in the community.

The demolition comes after the Township Committee passed an ordinance last June changing the process by which demolition permits are reviewed and approved, in an effort to limit tear-downs of residential properties that might have historical value.

The day of competition was also a celebration of legacy, as Joe Barbanel (Class of 1972) and Sydney Mannion (2022) shared reflections on the development of the game here in Maplewood, and what it now means to them, creating a bridge between generations of CHS Ultimate players.

In its second year the foundation increases grant giving by 40%, calls on community for continued support.

The daylong celebration on Nov. 30 will include a youth clinic run by CHS alumni Marques Brownlee, a New York PoNY club team player and YouTube sensation; Eileen Murray, co-founder of the NY Gridlock women’s professional team; and Anthony Nuñez, coach of the NY Empire men’s professional team.  

Despite an influx of new candidates, more than 25% of district leader seats in Maplewood and South Orange remain without candidates.

On April 17, a federal appellate panel upheld a lower-court ruling invalidating New Jersey’s former ballot system for the June Democratic primary.

Three Democratic candidates are vying for two seats to represent New Jersey’s 28th Legislative District in…

From the Columbia High School Scholarship Fund: Fred Profeta, A CHS graduate, former mayor…

From the Maplewood Foundation: The Maplewood Foundation recently installed temporary fundraising thermometers, designed to…