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Top News for the Week in Maplewood

Did you miss this week's headlines? Here is a recap of the top stories in Maplewood.

CHS Students Win "Kindness" Essay Contest

Three Columbia High School ninth-graders were presented with awards at Tuesday's Maplewood Township Committee meeting for writing winning essays as part of a local essay contest.

Maplewood Cools Off at the Library

Locals headed to the library in droves to get some relief from the sticky, searing heat earlier last week.

Car Crashes into Garage

A man driving out of the Park Wood Diner lost control of his car and crashed into the garage of a nearby house. Although no one was injured, the garage was severely damaged.

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Teacher's Supporters Plead Case to Board

Parents, students and colleagues spoke out in favor of South Orange Middle School Social Studies teacher Steven Cohen at Monday night's Board of Education meeting. Cohen had a Donaldson hearing later in the week to determine whether he will retain his job.

Annual Rummage Sale Ends with a Bargain

The hugely popular Turnover Sale at Morrow Memorial Methodist Church came to an close after raising $50,000 to support the church's mission projects.

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