$550 Million in Local Spending Expected from Super Bowl

Estimated 400,000 people expected in region; team practices to be held in Florham Park and Media Day in Newark

The 2014 Super Bowl at MetLife Stadium is expected to have a $550 million economic impact on New Jersey and New York, with an estimated 400,000 people in the region, according to a report on dailyrecord.com. Businesses should start preparing for the flood of visitors now, according to speakers at The Big Game Huddle, an informational and networking event held Wednesday at Raritan Valley Country Club. “Start the celebration now,” said Wayne Hasenbalg, president and chief executive officer of the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority. “You don’t have to wait until the week before the game," he told the dailyrecord.com. That impact will be felt in North and Central Jersey, as one of the competing teams will practice at the Atlantic …

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5 Cars: Video Reviews By Auto Experts

Sit back and let the experts from AOL Autos and Cars.com tell you why to buy a new or used car.

Each week, Patch provides a different set of cars reviews so readers know what features and amenities the cars have before they head into the showroom. We also provide price ranges from our partners at AOL Autos and Cars.comso readers know when they're getting a good - and not so good - price from dealers. We're changing things up this week and letting experts come into your livingrooms via video and tell you what the car can and cannot do and whether that showroom "beauty" is really a beast. Today's video reviews start with the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse, brought to you by Cars.com. The car is available locally at Konner Chevrolet, 950 Bloomfield Ave. in West Caldwell. Our second video review is for the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28, brought to…

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West Orange Occupational Therapist Recognized for Nursing Week

In honor of National Nursing Home Week, May 12-16, Alaris Health at West Orange honors Becky Lattarulo as an exemplary employee.

Shop Local, Save Money on Taxes in West Orange

Township Council approves new Property Tax Rewards Program that will encourage residents to shop at local by giving property tax credit from percent of purchases on participating businesses.

The West Orange Council approved the first steps of a new Property Tax Program to encourage residents to locally in Tuesday night's meeting. The new initiative will give residents discounts at local participating businesses in the form of an annual property tax credit for West Orange property owners. The approved resolution allows the township to move forward to find sponsors for the program to start within the next few months.  Administered by Fincredit Inc., the program will use a reward card, sponsored by a local bank or business, that will track residents' purchases throughout town. When people shop at a local business, the card will be swiped and a percentage of the purchase will go a reduction in property taxes. The discount …

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Kevin

8:42 am on Monday, May 13, 2013

So why not combine west orange, east orange, and orange? Why Livingston and Essex fells and roseland and the caldwells? I could see a 911 dispatch for the entire county. What would that save though? You don't need less people do you? Would volume drop? So you will cut some police chiefs, but what other savings are there? I'm not saying those savings aren't worth it, just pointing out you aren't …   more ›

5 Cars: Muscle Cars for the Car Enthusiast

There's nothing like the open road, a powerful car and a beautiful Spring day.

This week's 5 Cars suggests grabbing a muscle car. What's that? According to Merriam-Webster, it's one of "a group of American-made two-door sports coupes with powerful engines designed for high-performance driving." We're talking a huge, honkin' V6 or V8 engine, rear-wheel drive, something you'd imagine Fonzie driving in a drag race. Best of all, a muscle car can make its driver look like she or he shouldn't be messed with: These powerful, though fairly inexpensive, vehicles can make you look and feel tougher, stronger, sexier and richer than you probably are. You know, three grand makes for a tidy down payment... And after dealing with the IRS, feeling tough while being thrifty may be exactly what the doctor ordered. 1. 2014 Ford Mustang…

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Bow Tie Cinemas Agrees to Purchase Clearview

Cablevision sells 41 venues to Ridgefield, Conn. chain.

Bow Tie Cinemas of Ridgefield, Conn. announced it has purchased 41 Clearview Cinema theaters from Cablevision, a published report said Monday. With the acquisition, which will make Bow Tie the nation’s number 8 exhibition company, Bow Tie vows to pay for “key upgrades that are designed to enhance the movie-going experience,” including digital and 3D projection, according to a report on the website Deadline.com. Clearview currently has 26 theaters in New Jersey, the report said. Cablevision bought the venues in 1998 and put the chain up for sale last year. The companies didn’t disclose the sale price, the report said. For a full list of Clearview properties, click here.

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Words Bookstore Hosts 'Earl the Pearl'

Legendary basketball player (and author) appeared in Maplewood.

  Knicks legend, four-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Famer Earl Monroe -- aka "Earl the Pearl" -- appeared at Words Bookstore in Maplewood on Saturday, April 27. Monroe read from and signed his new book, "Earl the Pearl." 

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Carolyn Maynard-Parisi

9:40 am on Monday, April 29, 2013

It's not really supposed to be an article, Elisabeth. It's photos of the event taken by our photographer. The article came before the event. Thanks for commenting.   more ›

Property of the Week: Three Bedroom Tudor in West Orange

Check out the photos of this three-bed, two-bath home on Belgrade Terrace.

Location: 16 Belgrade Terrace, West Orange, NJ  07052  Price: $385,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Full, 1 Half Description: You'll be sold at the curb with this storybook Tudor home. Sunlit rooms and a wonderful flow thru the grade entry living room, parlor, dining room, kitchen ppowder room and sunroom. Gleaming hardwood floors, natural arches and original mouldings add charm and charachter to this 3/4 bedroom home. Upstairs you will find 3 large bedrooms, full bath and master bathroom as well. The finsihed attic has a large room which can be used as an office/bedroom. The home offers incredible storage, large closets and central air and heat. Tax appeal in progres. Listing Agent: Deena RubinKeller, Williams Suburban Realty 973-449-0499…

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'The Place Beyond the Pines:' A Promising Plot Spoils, Loses Focus

Not even Ryan Gosling's charm and good looks can save this film. Now playing nearby.

This column was written by Lori Wieczorek, editor-in-chief of Montclair State University's newspaper The Montclarion. "The Place Beyond the Pines" is now playing nearby. "The Place Beyond the Pines" markets itself as a Ryan Gosling flick — which comes with the obvious expectations — but not even his good looks can save this movie from losing focus.  The film opens with Gosling playing the role of Luke and a glimpse into his life as a motorcycle stunt driver. His rough, tattooed appearance is curbed by his boyish good looks and affability. Within minutes, the viewer finds out that Luke has a past with Romina (played by Eva Mendes). The interaction is charged with sexual attraction but we have yet to find out the extent of their relationship…

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