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Six homes came off the market last week in Maplewood and South Orange. Here is what sold, and for what, this past week.
Six homes came off the market last week in Maplewood and South Orange. Here is what sold, and for what, this past week.
The South Orange and Maplewood School District saw a decrease in incidents of violence, vandalism, substance abuse and HIB by 24 percent from 2011-2012 to 2012-2013.
The South Orange and Maplewood School District saw a decrease in incidents of violence, vandalism, substance abuse and HIB by 24 percent from 2011-2012 to 2012-2013.
A 17-year-old from Newark turned himself in following a string of assaults, report says.
A 17-year-old from Newark turned himself in following a string of assaults, report says.
A 17-year-old from Newark turned himself in following a string of assaults, report says.
Seth Boyden student featured as the character Drew in a new book entitled “Daddy’s Greek Potato Pie’
Sam Scherl of South Orange was ranked in the top 50 U.S. Squash national rankings.
Our Lady of Sorrows competed in the 18th Annual Pirate Open Quiz Bowl and GIL championship.
Here's what's playing in area theaters this weekend, plus showtimes.
Here's what's playing in area theaters this weekend, plus showtimes.
The Burns family came home with a prize of $20,000 after competing in September.
SHU Christmas Tree lighting kicks off 12 Acts of Christmas Kindness campaign.
SHU Christmas Tree lighting kicks off 12 Acts of Christmas Kindness campaign.
The South Orange Village Center Alliance has two holiday events planned around the Village.
The Maplewood Township Committee recognized employees who have been with the township for more than five years.
An 18-year old punched a pedestrian in robbery attempt last month, police said.
An 18-year old punched a pedestrian in robbery attempt last month, police said.