The Jersey Bee

11/27/2025

Hiring fair planned with Newark public schools on Dec. 6. The school district is hiring certified teachers in all subject areas. Hiring fair is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Science Park High School. Registration is required.

From Newark Public Schools.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Nov 26, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

11/26/2025

Application assistance sessions for utility programs planned on Dec. 3 in Nutley. Local agency representatives will provide assistance like Universal Service Fund, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, and Payment Assistance for Gas and Electric. It is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 150 Chestnut St. Registration not required. A list of required documents available online.

From New Jersey Department of Community Affairs.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Nov 25, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

11/25/2025

SOMA Justice seeks volunteers to host its gather and share drives. The gather and share drives collect donations of diapers, wipes, and grocery gift cards for families impacted by detention and deportation. Sign up online.

From SOMA Justice.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Nov 24, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

11/21/2025

Financial planning workshop planned at Orange library on Dec. 3. It is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and will discuss investing, taxes, and insurance. Led by Financial Planning Association of NJ and Seton Hall. Registration is required. Free admission.

From Orange Public Library.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Nov 20, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

11/20/2025

Newark-based organizations and businesses can submit events for promotion. Downtown Newark for the Holidays will promote events from Nov. 29 to Jan. 4. Submit events online.

From Newark Happening.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Nov 19, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

11/19/2025

Healthcare enrollment assistance planned with New Jersey Citizen Action on Nov. 25 in Orange. It is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Orange library. Services available in English and Spanish. Free admission.

From New Jersey Citizen Action.

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

11/18/2025

Transgender Awareness Week event planned with Out Montclair and Garden State Equality on Nov. 20 at Montclair State University. It is from 3-5 p.m. and will discuss ways to access mental health resources for transgender and gender-diverse individuals. It will also discuss empowerment, wellness, and collective healing through community-centered practices. Registration is required. Free admission.

From Out Montclair.

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

11/15/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to our 5th birthday comedy show brought to you by Brick City Comedy R***e.

It meant so much to celebrate and laugh with all of you.

The whole night was about why we do this – to connect our community, make life easier, and share good local news.

If you believe in that mission, this is the most powerful week to join us.

⚡️ THIS WEEK ONLY! ⚡️

Our NewsMatch partners will TRIPLE your entire first year’s gift when you become a new monthly supporter.

Your $10/month gift becomes $360 for The Bee. But one time gifts get matched, too!

Help us reach our goal of 75 monthly supporters.

Visit the link in our bio to have your donation tripled! Or visit jerseybee.org/donate.

11/14/2025

First-time home ownership workshop planned at East Orange library on Nov. 22. It is from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.a

From East Orange Public Library.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Nov 13, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

11/14/2025

We’re in the second week of our year-end fundraiser, and we're remembering a message we received from Alex C. in Bloomfield that says it all:

"It is not an exaggeration to say you've changed the course of my family's life. We are part of a local homeschooling co-op that has become our little community and has made all the difference to our happiness and wellbeing… It all started with one event I suggested my wife attend because I read about it in one of your emails. Being aware of what is happening locally has done so much to pull our family out of the isolation... Your work is a rare source of hope for me personally, and I am forever grateful.”

This is why we exist. Not to feed drama, but to connect neighbors to resources and, just as importantly, to each other.

If you believe local news should help people, this is the most impactful moment to join us.

THIS WEEK ONLY: Every new monthly donation will be matched 3X for the entire year by our NewsMatch partners.

Your $10/month gift becomes $360 to help us reach our goal of 75 monthly supporters.

Please give today at

The Jersey Bee produces local news for communities in Essex County and New Jersey. We rely on public support to provide our public service.

11/13/2025

Workshop discussing workers’ rights planned with Ironbound Community Corporation on Nov. 20 in Newark. It begins at 2 p.m. at 317 Elm St. It will discuss legal rights owed to N.J. workers, including paid sick time and the state minimum wage, and what to do if rights are violated. There will be trivia, raffles, and prizes. Register online.

From Ironbound Community Corporation.

Read more news for East Essex County and New Jersey from Nov 12, 2025 at jerseybee.org/news.

11/11/2025

"Liberation of the Mind for a Free Palestine" planned at Palestinian American Community Center on Nov. 16 in Clifton. It is from 2-9 p.m. at 388 Lakeview Ave. It will explore ways to challenge oppressive systems and transform understandings of justice, resistance, and collective liberation. There will be workshops, discussions, and cultural experiences. Open to children, adults, and families. Tickets are available online for purchase.

From Palestinian American Community Center.

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