Follow local news and events in Glen Ridge with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Sep. 2, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Adults can attend introductory acting and improv classes at N.J. School of Dramatic Arts in Montclair, scheduled to start Sep. 9 and Sep. 10. Both courses run for six weeks and are held at St. John’s Episcopal Church. Registration is available online.
New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts
CareWell Health Medical Center opened a new medical laboratory in East Orange. It is located at 240 Central Ave. The laboratory provides diagnostic testing for blood chemistry, hormone and immune system analysis, blood cell counts, and more.
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“Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration” planned with Essex County Board of County Commissioners on Sep. 9 in Newark. It begins at 6 p.m. at Essex County Hall of Records and will honor Miryam A. Torres, Madeline Guthrie, Jamille Hernandez, and Antonia Lerdo. There will be a musical performance by Payne Tech student Zoe Alexa Arroyabe.
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Carlos Pomares, VP, Essex County Commissioners
Free webinar discussing life insurance planned with Urban League of Essex County on Sep. 9. It is from 6-7 p.m. on Zoom. Registration is required.
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Urban League of Essex County
Ironbound Community Corporation is hiring for multiple positions. Openings include handyman, development director, and employment coach, among others. Email resumes to info@ironboundcc.org.
Ironbound Community Corporation
REGIONAL NEWS
New Jersey residents can attend food festivals and food truck events throughout September. There are more than 60 events scheduled across the state. A list is available online.
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