Essex County Daily Buzz: Jun. 23, 2026

LOCAL NEWS

Volunteer information session planned virtually with CASA Essex County, a social service organization for local youth, on Jun. 30. 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

Adults and youth can participate in Essex County parks’ photography contest until Sep. 9. Submissions must include photos of different local parks. Photos will be displayed at the Essex County Environmental Center throughout October.
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Essex County Parks

Our Green West Orange Community seeks monetary donations to support legal aid against the proposed housing development in St. Cloud. The development is a 95-unit 4-story apartment house. Community members are concerned about increased noise and light pollution, environmental intrusion to Green Ridge, driveway access, and more. Donations are accepted online.
Our Green West Orange Community

“Star Spangled South Orange” planned at Meadowland Park on Jun. 27 in South Orange. It begins at 5 p.m. at Flood’s Hill. There will be food, games, art, music, and movie screenings.
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South Orange Village

Drivers cannot turn left at Oakland Road and Prospect Street in Maplewood. It is a pilot traffic pattern that is part of the municipality’s attempt to redesign Prospect Street.
The Village Green

Grilled strawberries and feta salad cooking class for adults planned at Maplewood library on Jun. 30 in the Hilton Branch. It is from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Free admission.
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Maplewood Public Library

Hilton Neighborhood Association meeting planned on Jun. 30 at Maplewood library’s Hilton Branch. It is from 7:30-9 p.m.
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Maplewood Public Library

Stage production of “My Dearest Friend” planned at Nutley Little Theater on Jun. 30. It begins at 7 p.m. at 47 Erie Pl. Free admission.
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Nutley Township

People can attend World Cup watch parties in Newark through Jul. 19. The Newark fan village is located at 70 Ferry St. The match schedule is available online. Free admission.
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Newark Fan Village

Book signing and talk discussing reentry after incarceration planned on Jun. 30 at Newark library’s Main Branch. It is from 4-7 p.m. Authors include Dennis Porter, Mark Bowers, and Tyrone Barnes. Registration is not required. Free admission.
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Newark Public Library

Newark City Council approved a 25-year tax abatement for 1080 Bergen Developer Urban Renewal LLC, which plans to construct a five-story building at the former City National Bank building in Weequahic. The approval comes after Newark residents raised concerns about affordability.
Jersey Digs

Ironbound Community Corporation is hiring an after-school site coordinator/PARS data entry coordinator in Newark. Responsibilities include overseeing after-school programs, developing educational activities, and more. To apply, email resumes to info@ironboundcc.org.
Ironbound Community Corporation

Introductory pottery course for adults planned with Montclair library starting Jun. 30 at Montclair State University. It meets Tuesdays from 4-7 p.m. through Aug. 4. Enrollment is available online. Registration closes Jun. 29.
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Montclair Public Library

Uncle Momo, a restaurant in Montclair, is closing its business operations at the end of June as the lease ends. It is located at 702 Bloomfield Ave. Its Denville location will remain open.
Montclair Local

“Hidden History of World War I and II Propaganda Posters” planned virtually with Glen Ridge library on Jun. 30. It begins at 7 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not requierd.
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Glen Ridge Public Library

Bloomfield’s farmers market is open Jun. 30 at Bloomfield library’s courtyard. It is open every Tuesday from 3:30-6:30 p.m. through Oct. 27.
Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department

Bloomfield and Newark school districts received $160,000 and $400,000 in grants to support tutoring. The grants were provided by the N.J. Department of Education. They are meant to support students learning English language arts and math.
TAPinto Bloomfield

East Orange ShopRite patrons should use a temporary walking path as the store’s parking lot is under construction. The new parking lot will be completed at an undetermined date.
East Orange City

East Orange’s Chesney Blue was given the Carolyn Sebastinelli Distinguished Member Award. It honors a registered dietitian for their contributions to the nutrition field. The award was given by the state Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
TAPinto East Orange/Orange

Businesses in Belleville affected by the warehouse fire in May can apply for low-interest disaster loans. The Economic Injury Disaster Loans are issued by the U.S. Small Business Administration. People can learn how to apply online.
Belleville-Nutley Patch

REGIONAL NEWS

Gov. Mikie Sherrill seeks community feedback as the state renames the Essex-Hudson Greenway, a nearly nine-mile former rail line that connects Essex and Hudson Counties. Residents can pick one of four names: Prosperity State Park, Ridge adn River State Park, Ironline State Park, and Steel Trail State Park. Votes are accepted online until 4 p.m. on Jun. 29. Add to 📅.
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection

Make The Road NJ is hiring a director of organizing and policy. The position is based out of Elizabeth. Responsibilities include supervising the organization’s housing, immigration, and youth organizing programs. Applications are available online.
Make The Road NJ