Traffic Deaths Surged in the Early 20th Century, a Public Works Project to Prevent...
In the early 20th century, Trollies, trains, horses, bikes, and cars all scrambled on lawless roads. Deaths and injuries were commonplace. To help the situation, the Lackawanna Railroad eliminated 19 deadly grade crossings in Orange and East Orange. The yearlong project, which began in 1922, will soon mark a centennial.
The Mural in Orange Nabs $30.5 Million in Refinancing
One of the newest multi-family buildings in the Oranges has closed on a refinancing deal shortly after completing its initial lease-up.
Orange BOE Plans to Convert Historic House Into Tech Building
A local school district has new plans for a recently acquired house at 455 Fairview Avenue in the city's Seven Oaks neighborhood.
Russo Proposes 201-Unit Project Opposite Orange Train Station
The developers behind the Vermella projects previously announced plans for a 209-unit development by Orange’s main rail station in Essex County. Now, the company is planning another building with more than 200 units near the station.
Development With 201 Units Near Orange Station Could Receive 30-Year Tax Exemption
A firm associated with Russo Development could receive a lengthy tax exemption for 33-51 Lincoln Avenue if the Orange Municipal Council approves a newly proposed ordinance.
Coexisting Communities: A Visit to Orange’s Valley Arts District and Seven Oaks Park
An industrial turned artist community and a historic residential district sit side by side in Essex County.
Wawa Location Could Open Along Orange’s Main Street
Essex County could soon be getting another Wawa store and gas station.
Orange/West Orange Revitalization Hits Stride With Harvard Printing Groundbreaking
The revitalization of Orange and West Orange is picking up steam, as construction on the Harvard Printing rental community broke ground this week.
Orange City Council Ignores all Budget Cut Suggestions, Voting to Raise Property Taxes
The Citizens Budget Advisory Committee (CBAC), a nine-member board comprised of local business professionals, opposed the 6.35 percent increase in the municipal budget.
Settlement Reached in Alleged ‘Theft’ of Orange Police Officer’s Pension
This settlement adds to a litany of legal trouble that has plagued Orange over the last six years, including FBI investigations into the goings-on at City Hall which has so far ensnared eight individuals with criminal charges.
