Follow local news and events in Maplewood with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for May 20, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
People can learn about state property tax relief programs on May 29 in Maplewood. Led by Assemblyman Chigozie Onyema. It is from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 106 Burnet Ave. and will include information about ANCHOR, StayNJ, and Senior Freeze. Registration is required.
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Assemblyman Chigozie Onyema
Maplewood residents who vote at Town Hall will now vote at Maplewood library’s Main Branch for the Jun. 2 primary. The polling location change comes after the library reopened.
The Village Green
Maplewood Foundation, a community foundation meant to improve quality of life in South Orange and Maplewood, seeks monetary donations. Funds will go towards local arts, environmental projects, senior services, and youth programs. Donations accepted online.
The Village Green
Studio Envie, an interior design firm, plans its ribbon cutting ceremony on May 27 in South Orange. It is located at 114 Valley St.
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South Orange Downtown
Decoupage seashells workshop planned with South Orange recreation on Jun. 5. It is from 6-8 p.m. at the Baird Community Center, 5 Mead St. Tickets are available online until May 27.
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South Orange Village
New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission mobile unit to be stationed in Belleville on May 27. Services are available from 9 a.m to 2 p.m. at 125 Franklin Ave. Appointments for registration renewal and replacement title accepted online. Disability placards and license plate returns do not require appointment.
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Belleville Township
Seniors ages 60+ and people with disabilities can learn about available county services on May 27 in Newark. It is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Independence Park. There will be information about food access, healthcare, and transportation. Free admission.
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Essex County Division of Senior Services
Free fishing derby for youth ages 15 and younger planned with Essex County parks on May 27 in Irvington. The event is from 5-7:30 p.m. at Irvington Park. Children are encouraged to bring their own fishing poles, bait, and chairs. There is no rain date. Prizes will be awarded.
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Essex County Parks
REGIONAL NEWS
Plans to convert a Roxbury warehouse into an immigration detention center are delayed after the federal administration agreed to conduct an environmental assessment of the facility, which can take months to complete. In March, N.J. and Roxbury township filed a lawsuit against the federal government to stop the plans. The complaint said the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement violated four federal laws by failing to conduct environmental reviews, solicit feedback from town officials, select a facility with adequate water and sewer systems, and assess the site’s habitability. The 470,000-square-foot warehouse at 1879 Route 46 was purchased on Feb. 28, marking the third detention facility for migrants in N.J. The other two are privately-owned jails in Elizabeth and Newark. The warehouse’s current owner, Dalfen Industrial, made the sale despite township and community opposition.
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