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Two Found Dead in Park, Reward Offered in Shopkeeper Shooting and Fire Inspector Indicted in Top County News

Also in Essex County news Infant Dies After Being Found in Bathtub at Foster Home; Community Outcry Prompts District to Cancel Principal Swap; Belleville Council Cuts School Budget Tax Levy by $760,000 and Livingston Taxes Jump 5.7% in $44.5M Budget.

Authorities recovered a gun at the scene and say there is no threat to the community after man and woman were found dead late Thursday.

Community Outcry Prompts District to Cancel Principal Swap

"I think that it really does go to show the power of the community," father of three Raj Shah said, about the cancelled proposal that would have switched Hazel Elementary's principal with Edison Central's.

Infant Dies After Being Found in Bathtub at Foster Home

Little girl's death appears accidental, police say

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Sheriff Offers Reward in Shopkeeper Shooting

Man identified as suspect in Maplewood incident believed to be involved in other armed robberies in area.

The pair allegedly stole $150,000 from grandmother's bank account and sold more than $15,000 of her jewelry, Essex County Prosecutor's Office announced.

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The Township Council reductions bring the average homeowner's tax increase down from $270 to about $110, while one council member says the cut is not large enough.

Manley Retains Verona Council Seat By Single Vote

Incumbent declared winner of Tuesday's municipal election by slim margin over challenger Rich Williamson.

Livingston Taxes Jump 5.7% in $44.5M Budget

The East Orange Water Commission's $2.4 million in unpaid taxes will account for 72 percent of the tax increase.

Newark Police Honored for Bravery

Department holds annual awards and promotional ceremony Thursday.

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