The Jersey Bee

12/30/2025

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12/24/2025

Winter dance party fundraiser benefitting the Newark LGBTQ Community Center planned on Jan. 9 in Maplewood. It is from 7-11 p.m. at 1844 Springfield Ave. Admission is $25. Tickets are available online.

From Newark LGBTQ Community Center.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 23, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/23/2025

N.J. Motor Vehicle Commission mobile unit to be stationed in Maplewood on Dec. 29-31 and Jan. 2. Services are available from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at DeHart Park. Appointments for registration renewal, REAL ID, and replacement title accepted online. Disability placards and license plate returns do not require appointment.

From Maplewood Township.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 22, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/22/2025

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12/19/2025

Newark residents can learn about employment assistance through NewarkWORKS Mobile Outreach, scheduled for Dec. 22-24. It is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will include information about career support, hiring resources, and vocational training. Outreach events are happening at Springfield Avenue and Hayes Street on Dec. 22, 360 Springfield Ave. on Dec. 23, and 515 Elizabeth Ave. on Dec. 24.

From Newark City.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 18, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/18/2025

Eligible entrepreneurs can apply to Seton Hall University's 11-month entrepreneurship program, ImpactNJ Urban Ventures Collaborative. It provides mentorship and training for current and aspiring entrepreneurs. Trainings are from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 89 Market St. in Newark. Scholarships are available. Applications are accepted online until Jan. 17.

From TAPinto East Orange/Orange.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 17, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/17/2025

Eligible Newark residents ages 16-34 can receive up to $350 in financial assistance for legal fees or fines through Ironbound Community Corporation's Community-Based Violence Intervention Program. Application forms are available online. Support is available through Dec. 31.

From Ironbound Community Corporation.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 16, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/16/2025

Toy giveaway planned with Out Montclair and Montclair Mutual Aid on Dec. 21 in Montclair. It begins at 2 p.m. at the Montclair fire department, 1 Pine St.

From Out Montclair.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 15, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/12/2025

Free distribution of food boxes and frozen turkeys on Dec. 18 in West Orange. Essex County will distribute food on a first-come, first-served basis at 9 a.m. at Codey Arena.

From Essex County.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 11, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/11/2025

People with dementia can receive free respite care at participating facilities in N.J. through a Medicare-funded program. Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) covers the costs of respite care, caregiver education, professional support, and medication reviews. Participating facilities are located in Morristown, Montclair, Roseland, Cranbury, Williamstown, Edison, Cherry Hill, Jersey City, Cranbury, Mt. Laurel, and Marlton.

From Caring Senior Service of Essex County.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 10, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

12/10/2025

Free community brunch for Newark residents experiencing homeless and at-risk population planned on Dec. 14. It is from 12-3 p.m. at the Vincent Lombardi Center of Hope, 201 Bloomfield Ave. There will be music and distributions of blankets, outerwear, and other donations.

From Newark City.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Dec 9, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.