Freeholders no longer; Murphy signs bill to change name
The word freeholder will die as an official governmental title at year’s end.
Essex County Board of Chosen Freeholders
What’s in a name? Some say a lot when it comes to Freeholder
As the nation tears down symbols of injustice, the state is looking at removing the name “freeholder” from the rolls of elected officials, claiming it is connected to racial bias.
Family wins fight for wheelchair play equipment at Watsessing Park
The parents of 11-year-old Kereni, who has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair, said their push to get wheelchair accessible play items added to newly-opened Watsessing Park all-inclusive playground is closer to being heard.
Parents of children dependent on wheelchairs claim all-access park is not
Iris Mehler dreamed of a space where her children and their friends could play side-by-side, including those in wheelchairs.
Murphy to speak at Montclair Democratic Committee dinner
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Phil Murphy will be the keynote speaker at the Montclair Democratic County Committee’s (MDCC) annual dinner next week.
The event at the Valley Regency in Clifton will also honor the local organizations NJ 11th For Change and Montclair Grass Roots. The
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