Green
By JEN KASSEBART
May 12, 2026
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ - The South Orange Village Council meeting this week featured two major presentations: an in‑depth update from the South Orange Rescue Squad ahead of its 75th anniversary, and a detailed proposal from the Environmental Commission urging a complete ban on gas‑powered leaf ...
SOUTH ORANGE & MAPLEWOOD, NJ - Cold weather in SOMAV has been like one of those arguments where, after a great deal of bitter shouting, a door is slammed, then the return, proclaiming, “and one more thing!”Residents can expect one more thing tonight, as temperatures are expected to drop below ...
MAPLEWOOD, N.J., April 2, 2026 – The Maplewood Library, the first LEED Gold-certified public library in New Jersey, today announced it received the 2026 U.S. Local Leadership Award for Project Excellence in New Jersey from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). USGBC selects one exceptional ...
(March 31, 2026) — South Orange’s beloved River Day returns on Sunday, May 3, 2026, bringing the community together for a lively mix of environmental action, hands-on learning, and family-friendly fun along the Rahway River. This free event is held from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Skate House by ...
PATERSON, NJ - Sunday's winter storm brought snowfall amounts New Jersey hasn't seen in quite a few years, along with wind and freezing temps that made being outside even more unbearable.Most New Jersey residents are heeding the calls to stay inside and hunker down, allowing road crews, emergency ...
PATERSON, NJ - Snow is blanketing the state, giving TAPinto readers a good reason to stay inside, cuddle up under a blanket, and catch up on local news!With more than 90 news sites covering more than 145 municipalities in New Jersey, we want to see how our readers are handling the winter weather ...
MAPLEWOOD, NJ __ The newly renovated Maplewood Memorial Library has been honored by the Society of American Registered Architects (SARA).At the 2025 SARA National Design Awards Gala, the library and architecture firm Sage & Coombe, which led the renovation, received an Honors Award for “the ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Wednesday afternoon, October 15, 2025, the sun shone brightly over a group of interested residents and friends at the opening ceremony of a rain garden behind South Orange Middle School. The event was hosted by the South Orange Environmental Commission. There were many members ...
NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) has issued an official Drought Watch following a "prolonged below-average precipitation that is stressing water supplies." As a result, residents are urged to voluntarily conserve water. The designation comes just three ...
Essex County, NJ – Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. announced Essex County’s 2025 Leaf Collection Schedule for County Roads. Residents whose properties are on County Roads may place their leaves in biodegradable bags or sweep the loose leaves into piles at the curb. To organize leaf ...
TRENTON, NJ - Right now is a great time to be in New Jersey — there's a crispness in the air, everyone is thinking about local football, and the leaves are getting ready to put on their annual show. Each week, as has been our annual tradition, TAPinto will share the New Jersey Forest Service Fall ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ – At the beginning of the August 18 village council meeting, members observed a moment of silence in honor of Dr. Jane Bean-Folkes, Supervisor of English Language Arts K-12, who recently passed away. Click HERE for her obituary.Hixon Place resident Melissa Randazzo called in to ...
NEW YORK, NY - This week is going to start out warm, with pleasant summer weather, then finish with a scorcher. For Monday, expect mostly sunny and breezy; a nice day for outdoor activities.Tuesday will be another day that is a nice day for outdoor activities. On Wednesday, expect sunshine and ...
NEW JERSEY – Thanks to the rainy month of May, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has lifted the drought warning across New Jersey that has been in place since the November 2024. Except for the Coastal South region – Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland counties; eastern Camden, ...
SOUTH ORANGE, N.J. — South Orange River Day is set to return on Sunday, May 4.Hosted by the South Orange Environmental Commission and local partners, the event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Skate House by the pond in Meadowland Park. Volunteers will help remove trash from the river ...
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Essex County residents are invited to dispose of their household hazardous waste on Saturday, May 3. Sponsored by the County of Essex and the Essex County Utilities Authority, Essex County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day is an opportunity for residents to clear out items ...
SOUTH ORANGE & MAPLEWOOD, NJ - Here's the latest weather forecast from the National Weather Service. According to the forecast we are in for some messy weather this weekend and snow on Wednesday evening. There's still a chance for early spring, TonightMostly cloudy, with a low around 24. North ...
NEW JERSEY — Sky-watchers can see an unusual celestial treat as Venus, Saturn, Jupiter and Mars line up and shine bright in our night sky from now until late February, according to the National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA).On clear nights, when clouds cooperate, New Jerseyans will ...
NEW JERSEY – The bald eagle and osprey have been officially removed from the state's endangered species list, according to an announcement by NJ Department of Environmental (NJDEP) Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette.Under regulations adopted by the NJDEP, the status of the bald eagle has ...
MAPLEWOOD, NJ - Maplewood Committee members passed an ordinance at their December 17th meeting to establish a stormwater utility in the Township in accordance with the Clean Water and Storm Water and Flood Reduction Act. The utility would improve storm water drains and the system, addressing some ...
NEW YORK, NY - The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory for Northern New Jersey from noon to 10 p.m. Wed. Dec. 11.Expect south winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected during the day. Gusty winds are expected to blow around unsecured objects including holiday inflatables.
December 4, 2024 - The Village of South Orange and the South Orange Environmental Commission are proud to announce 2024 Bronze Level Certification through Sustainable Jersey. Sustainable Jersey certification is a voluntary program, recognized across the state as a significant achievement for ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Dr. Kathleen Grant, Chair of the South Orange Environmental Commission, presented a slideshow about protecting and preserving the environment.She explained, “The environmental commission is a group of passionate volunteers with a mission to protect and restore the natural spaces ...
TRENTON, NJ - According to the NJ Forest Service, much of that state is at peak, with some area past peak, for the annual Fall foliage show. If you're thinking you don't have time for a fall foliage road trip this weekend because you have to rake the leaves in your own backyard, think again. Your ...
This weekend, travelers throughout the Garden State will see the start of changes in foliage. Some areas of NJ, including Long Pond Ironworks State Park in Passaic County and the Wharton State Forest are already at mid-peak conditions. There is small concern that this weekend's forecast may knock ...
Last week, residents in most areas of New Jersey were alerted to a Tornado Watch, which suprised many readers. What exactly is a Tornado Watch, and how is it different from a Tornado Warning? Let's find out: According to the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management, a Tornado Watch is issued ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – Rehabilitated turtles that have been residing at the Sea Turtle Recovery (STR) facility at the Turtle Back Zoo will be released on Tuesday, August 13 near Jenkinson’s Aquarium, and members of the public are welcome to attend. According to a press release, “Sea Turtle Recovery’s ...