Follow local news and events in East Orange with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Apr. 1, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Youth in grades 8-12 can celebrate National Poetry Month at East Orange library on Apr. 9. Attendees will write a bad poem and vote for the worst one. Winner receives a prize. It is from 4-5:30 p.m. Registration is not required.
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East Orange Public Library
People can dine at Tacos Locos in West Orange with University of Orange staff on Apr. 9. It is part of the organization’s “I 8 in Orange” initiative that encourages area residents to dine at local restaurants with University of Orange staff. It begins at 6 p.m. at 567 Valley Rd. RSVP online. Attendees are responsible for paying for their meal.
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University of Orange
Free tax preparation assistance with AARP representatives planned at West Orange library. Appointments required and can be booked by calling 973-736-0196. Time slots available Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
West Orange Public Library
Registration for South Orange recreation’s spring courses will open on Apr. 6. A list of offerings is available online.
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South Orange Village
Maplewood is hiring for multiple positions within the township. A list of job openings is available online. Applications accepted online.
Maplewood Township
KinderSmile Foundation is hiring a volunteer coordinator in Bloomfield. To apply, email ksf@kindersmile.org.
KinderSmile Foundation
Newark police is hiring school crossing guards. Applications are available online.
Newark Public Safety
Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Center in Newark was added to the N.J. Black Heritage Trail, which identifies Black history sites throughout the state. The designation was approved in September.
NJ Advance Media
Turtle Back Zoo launched an app for patrons. It includes a map, audio tours, and scavenger hunts. It is available to download online.
Turtle Back Zoo
REGIONAL NEWS
Robert Frazer was recently appointed as N.J.’s U.S. attorney, or top federal prosecutor, by the U.S. District Court of N.J. Frazer’s appointment follows the disqualification of four U.S. attorneys chosen by the Trump administration. Among them was Alina Habba, who served as acting U.S. attorney for N.J. from July to December 2025. United States Third Circuit Court of Appeals Judge D. Michael Fisher ruled that Habba’s appointment is unconstitutional because Habba was not confirmed by the Senate or appointed by district trial court judges. The Trump administration chose Jordan Fox, Ari Fontecchio, and Philip Lamparello for the position, but U.S. District Judge Matthew Brann ruled that they are disqualified because their appointment was not approved by the Senate.
New Jersey Monitor
New Jersey residents can receive free tax preparation assistance with the AARP Foundation’s IRS-certified counselors until Apr. 15. Tax services can be prepared in-person or virtually, with additional options to self-prepare or drop off tax documents at a tax aide site and collect the return when it’s ready. Appointments may be required depending on the location. Residents can search for the nearest AARP tax aide site online and schedule an appointment if prompted.
AARP Foundation
