Follow local news and events in Maplewood with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Apr. 29, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Maplewood’s community pool registration is open for the 2026 season. Payments and registration to access the pool can be completed online. The pool opens on May 23.
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Maplewood Township
Maplewood is hiring camp directors and pool managers for the summer season. Applications are available online.
Maplewood Township
Irvington is hiring for multiple positions, including subcode official, lifeguard, pool operator, and pool attendant. Applications are available online.
Irvington Township
Virtual volunteer information session planned by CASA Essex County, a social service organization for local youth, on May 6. It begins at 10 a.m. and will discuss ways to volunteer. Register by emailing info@casaessex.org.
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CASA Essex County
Free asthma screenings for eligible children planned with Essex County public health management on Apr. 30 in Irvington. It is from 3-6:30 p.m. at the D. Bilal Beasley Community Center. There will be free exams, breathing tests, and consultations for children who are uninsured or enrolled in Medicaid Plan A. Registration is required.
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Essex County Office of Public Health Management
Free movie screening of “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” planned with South Orange recreation on May 3. It is from 3:30-7:30 p.m. at SOPAC. The screening is in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month. Registration is required.
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South Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs
Montclair’s 2026 Walnut Street Fair is scheduled for May 3. It is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. along Walnut Street. There will be more than 250 vendors and food trucks, live music, and activities. Free admission.
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Montclair Girl
Ironbound Community Corporation is hiring for multiple positions, including development director, handyman, and preschool teacher. Applications are available online.
Ironbound Community Corporation
Youth and adults can attend a talk on grief and healing at Newark library’s Main Branch on May 6. It begins at 6 p.m. It will also discuss resources. Registration is required. Free admission. Library card not required.
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Newark Public Library
“Victory Over Violence Spring Benefit” planned with Partners NJ, non-profit law firm assisting domestic violence and sexual assault victims, on May 6 in Glen Ridge. It is from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Glen Ridge Country Club. The event is in support of survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Tickets are available online for purchase.
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Partners NJ
REGIONAL NEWS
Sen. Andy Kim’s office is hiring a casework manager. Responsibilities include resolving issues with federal agencies, screening and referring cases, and assessing problems and solutions. It is a hybrid position with in-person work required in Jersey City or Barrington. Applications are available online and are due May 4.Add to 📅.
Senator Andy Kim
Nutley Family Service Bureau offers telehealth therapy to people living in N.J. People can schedule a virtual session by calling 973-667-1884, option 1.
Nutley Family Service Bureau
