“The good news is that we’re still committed to holding our tax rate increase to 3.5%, so none of the important pieces of the budget have changed,” said Township Administrator Patrick Wherry.
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GovernmentMaplewoodPolice and Fire
New ‘All Way’ Stop Signs Installed at Maplewood & Jefferson Intersection
The township also installed a 4-way stop sign system at the Jefferson Avenue and Walton/Woodland intersection.
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
2nd Integration Survey Gets Improved Family Response Rate, Points to Areas of ‘Concern’
by Lela Mooreby Lela MooreSOMSD saw improved III survey responses rates after falling short on previous efforts.
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Maplewood recently hired Brian Wood as its new Assistant Township Administrator. Wood, whose appointment…
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DevelopmentGovernmentMaplewoodTowns
Maplewood Residents Divided About Commercial Development on Pierson Road
by Lela Mooreby Lela MooreWant to know what is happening in your community? WE MAKE IT EASY! Try…
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CommunityMaplewood
SOMA Spotlight: Author, Music Journalist, Musician (and Maplewoodian) Alan Paul
by Joy Yagidby Joy YagidPaul’s fourth book, “Brothers and Sisters: The Allman Brothers Band and the Album That Defined the 70s,” is being released on July 25. He’ll launch it at Words bookstore on July 20.
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CommunityGovernmentMaplewoodTowns
Amid Health and Safety Concerns, Maplewood to Limit Community Fridge Hours
by Lela Mooreby Lela MooreMayor Dafis said there had been fights at the community fridge due to people hoarding food, and some female business owners had expressed concerns about safety in the area late at night. “We don’t want anyone to feel unsafe. What we’re doing is trying to help people in need.”
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GovernmentHealth & WellnessMaplewoodTowns
When Is Air Too Polluted for Summer Camp? Maplewood Talks Policy, Clear Communication
by Lela Mooreby Lela MooreTown leaders discussed their policy for when camps and outdoor activities should be canceled, and how to best alert parents and caretakers of children.
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CommunityMaplewoodSouth Orange
Maplewood Independence Day Celebrations Sunday, July 2 & Tuesday, July 4
From Maplewood Township: Maplewood Independence Day Celebrations Maplewood’s Independence Day Celebrations are back, with…
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GovernmentMaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth OrangeTowns
BOE Approves Transportation for Every Pre-K, Elementary Student Living 1.25 Miles+ From School
by Lela Mooreby Lela MooreWant to know what is happening in your community? WE MAKE IT EASY! Try…