Follow local news and events in Orange with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Aug. 11, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Orange seeks community feedback on health, quality-of-life, and planning priorities in an online survey. Responses will inform the city’s planning policies, programs, and investments to improve health equity outcomes. The survey comes after Orange received a Plan4HealthNJ grant, which is a statewide initiative led by NJ-American Planning Association. The survey is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole.
City of Orange Township
South Orange seeks artists for its “When Light Gathers” art exhibit. Submissions should focus on Jewish culture and community. People can submit their art online through Sep. 24.
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South Orange Village
New and expectant parents can receive free diapers and baby formula at La Casa de Don Pedro on Aug. 19 through the organization’s “Baby Needs” program. Resources are available at a first-come, first-served basis every third Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 23 Broadway in Newark.
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La Casa De Don Pedro
Newark school district is hiring special education teachers, math teachers, and bilingual teachers. There is a $4,000 signing bonus. Applications are available online.
Newark Public Schools
Free outdoor concert with Swingman and The Misfit Mutts planned with Essex County on Aug. 19. in Belleville. It begins at 7 p.m. at Belleville Park.
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Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.
Students in grades 10-12 can apply to join Montclair Film’s 2026 “Junior Jury” through Sep. 21. Program participants will be a part of the 2026 Montclair Film Festival and meet industry professionals, learn how to analyze and judge films, and receive free access to select films. Applications available online.
Montclair Film
REGIONAL NEWS
New Jersey Citizen Action’s monthly advocacy call is scheduled virtually for Aug. 18. It begins at 6:30 p.m. and will discuss state and federal advocacy work around budgets, healthcare, childcare, and more. People can ask questions and share feedback. Registration is required.
New Jersey Citizen Action.
New Jersey Bike and Walk Coalition is hiring a full-time advocacy and policy director. Responsibilities include developing strategy and directing the organization’s programs and policy initiatives. To apply, email cover letter and resume to kagan@njbwc.org.
New Jersey Bike and Walk Coalition.
