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Former Nun Embraces Her Lay, Gay Identity & Finds Community in Maplewood

In 1973, 18-year-old Alice Miesnik, a native of Wilmington, Delaware, came to New Jersey to join the Felician Sisters in Lodi and pursue a calling of religious devotion and teaching. By 1998, Miesnik had left the order, found a new identity and a life partner — and a new home in Maplewood — all while maintaining her Catholic faith. Nonetheless, the 10 years following her departure from the Felician Sisters in 1987 were “very dark years” said Mie…Maplewood, New Jersey · Maplewood Read Article

Maplewood Surveying Residents to See How They Use Public Arts and Culture Spaces

The Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture, in conjunction with the Maplewood Arts Council, wants to understand the ways in which Maplewoodians use public spaces for arts and culture activities. So it is conducting a survey as part of a larger effort — the Space Utilization Project — which will provide the Township of Maplewood with the following: A comprehensive, data-based understanding of the ways in which its public arts and culture spaces…Maplewood, New Jersey · Maplewood Read Article

Maplewood's Irrepressible Dean Dafis Wants to Bring His Blue Collar Ethos to Washington

Want to know what is happening in your community? WE MAKE IT EASY! Try a subscription today, and you’ll get full access to The Village Green and experience the best local news coverage around. If you are a current subscriber Please login to continue reading. Choose Your Plan: The post Maplewood’s Irrepressible Dean Dafis Wants to Bring His Blue Collar Ethos to Washington appeared first on The Village Green.Maplewood, New Jersey · Maplewood Read Article

Four Scouts From Troop 5 Maplewood Earn Eagle Scout Award

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NJ Fencing Alliance's Mya Spears Signs Letter of Intent With Temple University

Mya Spears, who trains with New Jersey Fencing Alliance in Maplewood, has officially signed her National Letter of Intent to compete in Division 1 Women’s Sabre Fencing at Temple University. Spears, a member of the Montclair High School Class of 2026, has been fencing since she was 9 years old. Besides training at the NJFA, she has honed her skills at the renowned Peter Westbrook Foundation in New York. Now at 17 years old, she fences internatio…Maplewood, New Jersey · Maplewood Read Article

Maplewood Police Blotter: Theft, Shoplifting, Attempted Burglaries and a Cyclist Struck by Vehicle

From the Maplewood Police Department: November 27 – December 3 November 30, 2025 – Package Theft Arrest: Maplewood Police Officers responded to a Hughes Street residence on a report an attempted package theft. After an on-scene investigation, it was determined that a male had walked onto multiple properties and removed packages. A resident was able to recover some of the packages and contacted the police. The male, later identified as a 27-year-…Theft · Maplewood Read Article

NJ Predator Attempted Meetup in Suffern

Carl Ellis, 55, of Maplewood, New Jersey, has been sentenced to 10 years of probation by the Honorable Kevin F. Russo of the Rockland County Court on November 19, 2025. The defendant, who is now registered as a sex offender, previously pleaded guilty to the entire indictment charging him with one count of Attempted Rape in the Second Degree, one count of Attempted Disseminating Indecent Materials to Minors in the First Degree, and one count of A…Maplewood, New Jersey · Maplewood Read Article

Dickens Village Returns to Maplewood Village Dec. 6, 13 & 20

From the Maplewood Village Alliance: For more than 60 years, the beloved Dickens Village and the spirit of A Christmas Carol comes to life in Ricalton Square. Miniature houses recreate scenes from the classic tale, complete with fireplaces, stockings, antique toys, a town bakery, and other charming period details. Each house offers something unique to discover, creating a magical backdrop for seasonal traditions, shopping, and community cheer. O…Maplewood, New Jersey · Maplewood Read Article

Bracing for Cold — Maplewood Asks Residents to Seek Heat at Libraries, Town Hall and Warming Centers

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Maplewood to Host Special Screening of 'Heightened Scrutiny' Dec. 6 at St. George's

From SOMA Action, WADEIn New Jersey, UU FaithAction NJ, Popular Front Project, and Translations: Maplewood, NJ: SOMA Action, WADEIn New Jersey, UU FaithAction NJ, Popular Front Project, and Translations are proud to announce that they will host a special screening of the film Heightened Scrutiny in Maplewood, NJ, on December 6, 2025. This new documentary follows ACLU civil rights lawyer Chase Strangio as he battles at the Supreme Court for trans…Maplewood, New Jersey · Maplewood Read Article

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Former Nun Embraces Her Lay, Gay Identity & Finds Community in Maplewood

Maplewood Surveying Residents to See How They Use Public Arts and Culture Spaces

Maplewood's Irrepressible Dean Dafis Wants to Bring His Blue Collar Ethos to Washington

Four Scouts From Troop 5 Maplewood Earn Eagle Scout Award

NJ Fencing Alliance's Mya Spears Signs Letter of Intent With Temple University

Maplewood Police Blotter: Theft, Shoplifting, Attempted Burglaries and a Cyclist Struck by Vehicle

NJ Predator Attempted Meetup in Suffern

Dickens Village Returns to Maplewood Village Dec. 6, 13 & 20

Bracing for Cold — Maplewood Asks Residents to Seek Heat at Libraries, Town Hall and Warming Centers

Maplewood to Host Special Screening of 'Heightened Scrutiny' Dec. 6 at St. George's

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Former Nun Embraces Her Lay, Gay Identity & Finds Community in Maplewood

Maplewood Surveying Residents to See How They Use Public Arts and Culture Spaces

Maplewood's Irrepressible Dean Dafis Wants to Bring His Blue Collar Ethos to Washington

Four Scouts From Troop 5 Maplewood Earn Eagle Scout Award

NJ Fencing Alliance's Mya Spears Signs Letter of Intent With Temple University

Maplewood Police Blotter: Theft, Shoplifting, Attempted Burglaries and a Cyclist Struck by Vehicle

NJ Predator Attempted Meetup in Suffern

Dickens Village Returns to Maplewood Village Dec. 6, 13 & 20

Bracing for Cold — Maplewood Asks Residents to Seek Heat at Libraries, Town Hall and Warming Centers

Maplewood to Host Special Screening of 'Heightened Scrutiny' Dec. 6 at St. George's

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