Essex County Daily Buzz: May 13, 2026

LOCAL NEWS

“Knight Run for Research” fundraiser benefitting Rutgers Cancer Institute is on Jun. 14 in New Brunswick. People can participate in a 5K or 2K. Registration available online.
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Rutgers Cancer Institute

Adult mental health first aid training planned with Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ on May 20 in Secaucus. Attendees will learn how to identify, understand, and respond to signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use in adults ages 18+. It is from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 150 Meadowlands Parkway. Admission is $100. Registration required.
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Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ

Helping Others Move Equitably (HOME) fundraiser supporting The Warehouse NJ is scheduled on Jun. 5 in Short Hills. It will tour five homes in Short Hills from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and discuss its history and features. Raised funds will support The Warehouse’s work around furnishing houses for homeless people. Tickets are available online.
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The Warehouse NJ

Essex County Clerk’s office released unofficial 2026 municipal election results for Belleville. Frank Velez won the mayor’s seat with 3,255 votes. Michelle Rodriguez and Danyale Wells won council-at-large seats with 3,095 and 2,948 votes.
Essex County Clerk’s Office

Essex County Clerk’s office released unofficial 2026 election results for Newark’s city council. Ras Baraka won the mayor’s seat with 13,057 votes. Luis A. Quintana, C. Lawrence Crump, Louise Scott-Rountree, and Donna Jackson won the council-at large seats with 8,378, 7,630, 7,188, and 6,735 votes. Anibal Ramos Jr. won the North Ward seat with 2,965 votes. Patrick O. Council won the South Ward seat with 2,165 votes. Michael J. Silva won the East Ward seat with 1,555 votes. Dupre L. Kelly won the West Ward seat with 2,365 votes. Amina Bey won the Central Ward seat with 2,338 votes.
Essex County Clerk’s Office

Registration is open for Newark recreation’s 2026 summer basketball camp. The program is for ages 7-14 who are interested in improving their basketball skills. It meets weekdays from Jul. 6 to Aug. 21 at Weequahic High School. Breakfast and lunch are provided. Registration is available by calling 973-733-6454.
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Newark Recreation, Cultural Affairs, and Senior Services

“The Magic Music of Broadway” performance planned with Montclair YMCA on May 20. It begins at 11 a.m. at 25 Park St. Lunch from the Montclair Diner provided. Non-YMCA members must show valid government ID. Registration is required. Free admission.
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YMCA of Montclair

Maplewood health department and community support center is open at 129 Boyden Ave. Expanded services include food drives, free health screenings, vaccination clinics, and coat and school backpack drives, among others.
Maplewood Township

Essex County Clerk’s office released unofficial 2026 municipal election results for Irvington. Tony Vauss won the mayor’s seat with 2,649 votes. Darlene Brown, Anthony Vauss Jr., and Charnette Frederic won council-at-large seats with 2,490, 2,403, 2,363 votes.
Essex County Clerk’s Office

Record club meeting planned with Glen Ridge recreation on May 20. It begins at 7 p.m. at the Glen Ridge Train Station. Participants will discuss “Rumors” by Fleetwood Mac. Free admission.
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Glen Ridge Borough

East Orange library seeks volunteers this summer to support its community garden. People who are interested can email teens@eopl.org or call 973-266-5600 ext. 5655.
East Orange Public Library

“Back to the Parks” event for children and families planned on May 20 in East Orange. There will be games and activities from 5-8 p.m. at Soverel Park.
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East Orange Recreation and Cultural Affairs

Resin jewelry workshop planned with South Orange recreation on May 29. It is from 6-8 p.m. at the Baird Community Center, 5 Mead St. Tickets are available online until May 20.
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South Orange Village

Registration is open for South Orange Rescue Squad’s “Sound The Siren” 5K run/walk and EMS open house, scheduled for May 31. It begins at 9:30 a.m. at 62 Sloan St. Sign up online.
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South Orange Rescue Squad

Children ages 3-6 can attend Nutley recreation’s “KinderDance” pre-K summer program starting Jun. 29. The four-day movement and music program is available in six weekly sessions. The final one begins Aug. 10. It meets at the recreation building from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Enrollment is $110 per session and per participant. Registration is available online.
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Nutley Township

Nutley’s Hall of Fame Committee seeks nominations of individuals who showed personal achievement and Nutley pride. To be eligible, the nominee must be born in Nutley, graduated from Nutley High School, or have been a Nutley resident for at least 10 years. Nomination forms are available online, Town Hall, Nutley library, and the parks building. The deadline is May 30.
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Nutley Township

REGIONAL NEWS

New Jersey residents ages 13-25 can submit a short video about reparations to NJ Institute for Social Justice’s contest by Jun. 1. Submissions should explore the history and future of reparations. Selected videos will be featured across the NJISJ platforms and shown at its Youth Power Summit. Submission guidelines are available online. Cash prizes available.Add to 📅.
New Jersey Institute for Social Justice

Elder fraud prevention webinar planned with Rutgers Family and Community Health Sciences on May 20. It is from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Attendees will learn about warning signs of elder fraud, ways to protect personal information, and actions to support people affected by fraud. Registration is required. Free admission.Add to 📅.
Family & Community Health Sciences