Newark, NJ|News|
Newark COVID Vaccine Numbers Rise: See Updated Total
There are about 282,000 people living in Newark. Here’s how many are vaccinated against COVID-19, NJ health officials say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Bloomfield COVID Vaccine Numbers Rise: See Updated Total
There are about 50,000 people living in Bloomfield. Here’s how many are vaccinated against COVID-19, NJ health officials say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Livingston COVID Vaccine Numbers Rise: See Updated Total
There are about 30,000 people living in Livingston. Here’s how many are vaccinated against COVID-19, NJ health officials say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair COVID Vaccine Numbers Rise: See Updated Total
There are about 38,000 people living in Montclair. Here’s how many are vaccinated against COVID-19, NJ health officials say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
1 Year After George Floyd's Death: Virtual Event In Bloomfield
The event comes a year after the killing of George Floyd drew thousands of people to protests across Essex County, including Bloomfield.
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Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Essex County 911: Fatal Shootings|Dorm Fire|Burglary Attempts
Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent police, fire and EMS stories.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Connecting With Music|Hero To Animals
The world is filled with humor, inspiration and beauty. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County, NJ.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Don’t Let Delays Return To Newark Airport After COVID: Rep. Payne
"Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, delays at Newark Airport were the worst in the country," U.S. Rep. Donald Payne Jr. said.
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Newark, NJ|News|
Restaurant Rules Loosen In Newark As COVID Cases Drop
An order from Newark’s mayor will last until November. It regulates masks and curfew hours, and allows restaurants to create "streateries."
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Newark, NJ|News|
Irvington Zoning Worker Pleads Guilty To Attempted Extortion
An Irvington man admitted that he solicited “corrupt payments” while working as a zoning officer with the township, prosecutors said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Free Rides To COVID Vaccines For Newark: Uber, United Way
The rideshare company is partnering with the city and the United Way of Greater Newark to help vulnerable populations get vaccinated.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange Schools Reverse Course On 'Courtesy Busing' Cuts
It’s been an eventful month for kids who ride the bus in the West Orange Public School District– and their parents. Here’s the latest.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Time To Start Attending Mass Again, NJ Catholic Bishops Say
Church leaders across New Jersey said it’s time for millions of worshippers to return for Mass, partly thanks to COVID-19 vaccines.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
$1.2M 'Overhaul' Complete At Turtle Back Zoo's Otter Exhibit
Essex County Executive Joe DiVincenzo has pushed for more than $100 million in upgrades to the zoo since taking office in 2003.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
New Jersey Sees Renewed Push For ‘Reproductive Freedom Act’
A proposed law would protect "essential reproductive health care" in NJ, including abortion, prenatal care and access to birth control.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Supply Chain Failed Miserably Amid Pandemic, NJ Hospital CEO Says
When the COVID crisis began, there was a mad scramble for supplies in the nation’s hospitals. Here’s why it happened, a top official says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
Sen. Pennacchio Says NJ Needs To Open The Books On COVID Pandemic
The Murphy administration needs to stop “stonewalling” NJ lawmakers and journalists who make vital OPRA requests, a Republican senator says.
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Newark, NJ|News|
Emergency Food Giveaway Event In Irvington: Coronavirus Relief
An emergency food distribution event will take place on May 27 at Orange Park in Irvington.
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Newark, NJ|News|
Monmouth County Resident Fatally Shot In Newark: Police
A Millstone resident died after being shot in Newark, authorities said.
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Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Belleville Township Hiring For Part-Time Summer Jobs
The township is accepting applications for part-time summer jobs in the Recreation and Public Works Departments at $9.35 per hour.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
