Follow local news and events in West Orange with The Jersey Bee. Here is the The Daily Buzz for Apr. 29, 2024 from The Jersey Bee.
Local news
West Orange businesses can request an advertisement space in the town directory until Apr. 30. The directory will be distributed in June and circulated throughout surrounding municipalities. Advertisement requests accepted by email. Add to 📅.
West Orange Chamber of Commerce
The former West Orange library is being transformed into affordable senior housing, with construction set to be completed this summer. It will include 65 senior apartments for eligible applicants ages 62+. Unlike typical affordable housing that is set for a 30-year limit, these units are restricted as affordable housing in perpetuity. Rent will range from $315-$1,124 per month, according to a June 2023 report.
TAPinto West Orange
CASA Essex County, a social service for local youth, to host virtual information sessions starting May 1. The May 1 session begins at 11 a.m. There will be sessions throughout the month scheduled for mornings, afternoons, and evenings. A complete list available online. Sessions will discuss the work that CASA Essex County does. Registration by email required. Add to 📅.
CASA Essex County
Branch Brook Park Alliance plans free wellness programming starting May 29 in Newark. There will be yoga on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. through September. Summer programs include Zumba and soul line dancing. Registration required. Add to 📅.
Branch Brook Park Alliance
Newark Pride is accepting volunteer applications through Jun. 28. Volunteers will help assist during Newark 2024 Pride Week activities and festival. Applications available online. Add to 📅.
Newark Pride Inc.
Regional news
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals recently upheld a preliminary injunction barring the use of the county line in June’s Democratic primaries, which was enacted following a ruling that the ballot design is unconstitutional. The ruling, described by attorneys as “monumental,” maintains the order that county clerks must print office-block ballots, grouping candidates by the office they seek rather than by party endorsement. Local advocates hailed this as a significant win for more fair elections in N.J. and against the county line practice, which favors party-backed candidates and discourages potential opponents.
New Jersey Monitor
