Follow local news and events in Newark with The Jersey Bee. Here is the The Daily Buzz for Oct. 18, 2023 from The Jersey Bee.
Local news
The Jersey Bee is hiring an associate civic info producer for a six-month contract. The Jersey Bee recently expanded its service area to include Irvington, Maplewood, the Oranges, Newark, and the Greater Bloomfield area. Its seeking someone from Essex County to help produce daily news and information coverage for the region. Applications can be submitted online and are due Oct. 27.
The Jersey Bee
Newark zoning board approves new, expanded location with drive-thru for Popeyes at 202-205 Springfield Ave.
TAPinto Newark
Newark police department is hiring school crossing guards for the 2023-2024 school year with applications accepted via email and phone.
Newark Department of Public Safety
Manufacturers Village Artists plans 2023 open studios event and VIP night Oct. 20-21. Local artists can register to exhibit their work and the studios will be open to the public for free Oct. 21. Add to 📅.
Manufacturers Village Artists
Registration is open for Turtle Back Zoo’s “Wonders of the Wild 2023” educational program running Saturdays for students age 6-12 years old. Program topics include arachnids, sea creatures, and unique animals, with preregistration required.
Turtle Back Zoo
Registration is open for The Writers Circle’s fall 2023 writing and storytelling workshops on Saturdays. Classes are for children in grades 1-12 at South Orange Performing Arts Center.
The Writers Circle
Bloomfield-based New Jersey Peace Action plans 2023 fall peace gathering Oct. 21 at 1 p.m. at First Congregational Church in Montclair with keynote speech from National Peace Action president Kevin Martin, refreshments, and music. Preregistration is required. Add to 📅.
New Jersey Peace Action
Regional news
Hoboken to host 2023 harvest festival and craft market Oct. 21 at Pier A Park from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event will include free activities for children, a local artisan market, food, and musical performances. It is accessible from Essex County via NJ Transit rail service to Hoboken. Add to 📅.
Hoboken City
