Caldwells, NJ|News|
Caldwell Teachers Get Heartwarming Thank You Video From Students
Educators at Grover Cleveland Middle School in Caldwell got a big shout out for their hard work amid the pandemic. Watch the video here.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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- Hoboken, NJ
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Ray’s In Montclair Makes List Of 25 ‘Historic’ Restaurants In U.S
Ray’s Luncheonette in Montclair will get a boost for being one of 25 “historic and culturally significant restaurants” in the U.S.
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Newark, NJ|News|
Ex-Inmates Will Speak About Medical Care At Essex County Prison
Community members formerly incarcerated at the Essex County Correctional Facility in Newark will speak about medical care at the prison.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Sign Replacements Will Close Ramps On I-280, Cause Detours: NJDOT
The work is part of a $7 million state-funded project to replace sign structures in four counties throughout North Jersey.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
$88M Payment From American Rescue Plan Arrives In Newark
Newark got $88.3 million from the federal government to help it recover from the COVID pandemic – and more is on the way.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Resident Reports 2 Burglary Attempts At Her Home: PD
The morning after both incidents, the victim found window screens damaged, cut or removed completely, Montclair police said.
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Newark, NJ|News|
Spirit Of Malcolm X Is Alive In Newark, Community Leaders Say
Newark activists will keep the memory of Malcolm X alive with a virtual tribute the day after his 96th birthday.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Belleville Biz Owner Boosts Town With Huge Donation Of COVID Gear
A business owner in Belleville donated nearly 60,000 face masks and 1,500 bottles of hand sanitizer to township workers.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
12 Montclair School Workers Get Kudos As NJ ‘Educators Of Year’
A group of outstanding teachers and school staff in Montclair were honored at a board of education meeting.
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Caldwells, NJ|News|
UPDATED: See Plans For 2021 Commencement At Caldwell University
There will be three separate ceremonies on the athletics fields. Face coverings are no longer required, but distancing will be.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
PSEG: Many NJ Customers ‘Seriously Behind’ On Bills Amid COVID
New Jersey’s moratorium on utility shutoffs is expected to end in June. Here are some resources that may help if you’re struggling.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Expect To See More Police Foot Patrols Near Bloomfield Businesses
Police will be patrolling Bloomfield Center, North Center and parts of Bloomfield/1st avenues. You may see cops on Segways and bikes, too.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Playground For 'All Abilities' Grows In Bloomfield, East Orange
The all-access playground at Watsessing Park has play equipment that can be used by children of all physical abilities.
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West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange School Official Reacts To Concerns Over Busing Cuts
Hundreds of students in West Orange may need to find a different way to get to school. Here’s why the cuts were made, an official says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Race For Essex County Sheriff Heats Up: 2021 Primary Election
The longest-serving sheriff in Essex County history has a fight on his hands for the Democratic nomination in 2021.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Cat Recovering At Bloomfield Shelter After Harrowing Car Ride
"Jaws" the cat survived a journey underneath the hood of a car, and is officially on the mend. His owner still hasn’t been found.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
129-Year-Old Newark Church Joins Battle Against Coronavirus
Pilgrim Baptist Church in Newark and nine other local houses of worship are hosting free COVID-19 testing events.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Virtual Tribute To Bob Dylan Will Benefit Montclair Food Pantry
Outpost in the Burbs will host a fundraising tribute to legendary songsmith Bob Dylan in advance of his 80th birthday.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Walk-In COVID Vaccines Continue At Montclair Hospital
Mountainside Medical Center in Montclair is offering walk-in visits on Wednesdays for the Moderna vaccine.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Essex County Program Helps Youth Avoid School-To-Prison Pipeline
“We’re giving these youth a chance to live their lives again, a chance to see that they’re not damaged goods.”
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