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Around West Orange: Planes + Bears + Sanctuary Cities + Child Mourned
Check out some of our top stories this week in West Orange and Essex County.
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Bears Spotted In Essex County This Week As Spring Weather Warms
Black bears are an integral part of the state's natural heritage – but it's important to know what to do if you encounter one, experts say.
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Landmark House In Montclair Featured In Play At West Orange Theater
“The Ground On Which We Stand (Abridged)” was inspired by the James Howe House. It will show at Luna Stage in West Orange.
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Medical Office Building In West Orange Sold For $2.5 Million
The property is located across from the Essex County Country Club in West Orange.
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Feds Name 2 Towns In Oranges As 'Sanctuary Cities,' Demand Compliance
East and South Orange landed on the Trump administration’s list of sanctuary cities that are allegedly “defying federal immigration law.”
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West Orange Resident Arrested In Connection With Shooting: Prosecutors
A West Orange resident is one of three suspects arrested in connection with a shooting in Verona, authorities say.
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Bear Escapes Enclosure At Turtle Back Zoo, Walks Through Unlocked Gate
The geriatric animal – a 20-year-old black bear named Jelly – was discovered by zoo staff in less than five minutes.
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West Orange Honors Vietnam Veterans On Memorial Day
This year’s Memorial Day ceremony commemorated the 50th anniversary of the end of U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War.
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‘Record Breaking’ AP Scores Celebrated In West Orange
Students at West Orange High School posted some “record-breaking” advanced placement numbers last year, administrators say.
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West Orange Teens Show Off Their Style At ‘Epic’ Senior Prom (PHOTOS)
Stunning ensembles, sequins, tulle, flowers and beauty ruled the day. See photos from the 2025 West Orange High School prom.
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