The event will feature a “modified zoo experience” with limited capacity and muted attractions. Here’s what to know if you plan to go.
Tell us your poison story! Open to all students K-12th grade.
“When we uplift and support our fathers, we are making an investment in the strength and well-being in the future of our communities.”
Several North Jersey companies are pitching in to spearhead a holiday diaper drive. Here’s where to drop off items.
NJ Gov: Families that pay for child care are spending nearly a fifth of their incomes for it – and many more can’t afford it to begin with.
Be aware of hidden dangers at home and in school that can lead to potentially dangerous mishaps and calls to the poison control center.
A cake, a proclamation from the mayor and a rousing round of “Happy Birthday” were among the activities at a party for Namie Colace.
Riley Kogen passed away just a few days after her fifth birthday. Her final act of love saved two lives.
A mother and daughter are sharing their experiences with breast cancer ahead of Mother’s Day in an attempt to spread hope – and awareness.
Nearly 100 kids across New Jersey will be adopted this weekend – just in time for Thanksgiving.
Although Halloween is a time filled with exciting and fun activities, it’s a busy time for everyone, including the state’s poison center.
Engage in acts of kindness. Seek solace in community. Give permission to “feel.” See more tips from Jewish Family Service of MetroWest NJ.
In New Jersey, there are ways for parents to safely surrender their newborn child – without being judged, advocates say.
Jewish Family Service of MetroWest NJ: Parents can share their experiences, gather resources, and discuss adjusting to parenthood.
Tawanna Brown says the “Siblings Bill of Rights” proves one thing: New Jersey's foster youth can be their own best advocates.
East Orange officials organized a birthday surprise for Vashti White at the home she built with her husband and brother seven decades ago.
When you can't work, the bills pile up. Even if it’s because you’re recovering from breast cancer, an Essex County resident says.
The ambitious teen said her experience with homeschooling helped her to prepare for online classes at Essex County College.
“My story is someone else's survivor kit,” Gloria Bozor says.
Victor Gonzales came to the U.S. 25 years ago to give his family a better future. Now they’re fighting for HIM with a GoFundMe campaign.
East Orange Mayor: The case of Jashyah Moore has highlighted an urgent need to ensure “cries for help” from youth don’t go unanswered.
VIDEO: The disappearance of Jashyah Moore set off a feverish search for the missing teen, who apparently ran away, authorities said.
“As a father of three, I know how every extra dollar can make a difference in household budgets,” U.S. Rep. Donald Payne Jr. said.
Here's a list of some summer camps for kids happening around West Orange this year.
With summer just around the corner, you may be looking for a place around West Orange to take a swim. Check out a few of them here.
Veronica DePauli, 10, has been waiting for a bone marrow transplant for three years. Are YOU her hero?
Bryan Cowley worked up to three jobs to support his family. He passed away suddenly last week. Here's how you can help in a tough time.
Gloria Bozor drew on personal experience for her children's book. “My story is somebody else’s survival kit,” she says.
The group behind LifeTown in Livingston led a heartwarming “car parade” in West Orange to lift the spirits of children with special needs.
A doctor from West Orange made a farewell video for her kids after contracting the coronavirus. Thankfully, she’s recovering, a report says.
Three-year-old twins Luciano and Noah of West Orange, New Jersey each had their wishes granted.
WOHS Student Jonathan Roberson: “To me, it’s more than the rank. This is something that’s going to impact the rest of my life.”
Some women are asked insensitive questions such as "Do you know who the father is?" Others face more sinister stigmas, a mother of two says.
A West Orange couple gave themselves another big reason to celebrate the holidays when they got married at Town Hall.
Learn some signs of early-onset Alzheimer's disease, and read some tips on how to help a loved one cope with dementia.
Children across New Jersey are celebrating the holidays with their new families. See some of the smiling faces here.
Benjamin De Simone and his mother, Joanne, will be appearing at the final stop of the Automotive Mobility Awareness Tour in West Orange.
New Jersey Assemblywoman Britnee Timberlake will host her annual “Covered with Compassion” event on Oct. 28.
A bully spat at Elvin Padilla and bashed his Puerto Rican heritage. The “one-sided hate” taught him a lesson he still remembers to this day.
National Bullying Prevention Month kicks off this October across the nation. Have you experienced bullying in West Orange?
Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.
If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.
It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.
Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.
Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!
A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?
You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?
With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.