LIVINGSTON, NJ — Incoming sixth, seventh and eighth graders can enjoy free West Essex YMCA memberships starting in September.

Middle schoolers who sign up will have access to the West Essex YMCA’s fitness center, pool, gymnasium, and teen center, and may take one free class per session. They’re also invited to sign up for Empower, a special program that helps teens develop ...

LIVINGSTON, NJ — The West Essex YMCA in Livingston has revamped its swimming lesson program to help students at all ability levels progress at their own pace.

When students register for the "Fall 1" session, they’ll choose classes from three categories: Swim Starters, for children ages six months to age 3; Swim Basics, for all ages; and Swim ...

WEST ORANGE, NJ - Graduating seniors at West Orange High School (WOHS) recently completed a creative mural in the CPR room to send a message to future students of the importance of certification in CPR. Seniors can receive credits for CPR classes by taking the class for one semester and taking the exam.

Physical Education (PE) teacher Ozzie Diaz, who also spearheaded this year’s blood ...

SOMERSET, NJ — The Hospital of the Year award, which is distributed annually at the NJBIZ Healthcare Heroes Awards and honors hospitals making extraordinary strides and exceptional achievements in healthcare, was recently presented to Saint Barnabas Medical Center (SBMC).

Stephen Zieniewicz, president and chief executive officer, said SBMC was “honored to receive this prestigious ...