Caldwells, NJ|News|
Around The Caldwells: Vaccines|Cicadas|Breweries|Marijuana
Check out some of our top stories this week in the Caldwells and Essex County.
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Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
- Hoboken, NJ
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Around Montclair: Vaccines|Cicadas|Breweries|Marijuana
Check out some of our top stories this week in Montclair and Essex County.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Essex County 911: Shootings|Bear Sighting|Empathy From Cops
Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent police, fire and EMS stories.
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Livingston, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Family Reunion|NFL Draft|Spelling Bee
The world is filled with humor, inspiration and beauty. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County, NJ.
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Newark, NJ|News|
Empathy From Newark Cops Helps Avert 2 Suicide Attempts: Police
Sadly, it’s a scene that has played out multiple times in the city this year, Newark police said.
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Newark, NJ|News|
34 Seniors Get Free Trip To Reunite With Family In New Jersey
The coronavirus pandemic kept them apart for more than a year. Neil Patrick Harris was on hand to help them say hello again.
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West Orange, NJ|News|
Free COVID Testing Continues In Essex County With 2 Events
Testing will take place in Newark and West Orange. It’s free of charge, and open to all Essex County residents.
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West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange Reaches Land Deal With Crestmont Country Club
Mayor: West Orange has reached a deal to purchase 95 acres of undeveloped land, with plans to “permanently preserve” it.
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West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange Goes 24 Hours Without A New COVID Case: Officials
West Orange saw an encouraging daily milestone, officials said: zero additional cases of the coronavirus.
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Newark, NJ|News|
Students In Newark’s South Ward Get Donation Of Chromebooks
The devices were provided by the Take on Race “One Million Devices Now” campaign.
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Livingston, NJ|News|
COVID Support Group For Teen Girls Launched In Essex County
Jewish Family Service of Metrowest NJ launched a group that will support and empower teenage girls.
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Livingston, NJ|News|
Livingston Students Win $22,500 Scholarships In Math Competition
A team of 11th and 12th graders from Livingston High School took home a top prize of $22,500 in college scholarships.
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Newark, NJ|News|
Free Eviction Seminar In Newark: ‘Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late’
The virtual seminar will discuss what people can do to prepare for the lifting of New Jersey’s eviction moratorium.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Nutley Public Hearing To Discuss Field At Father Glotzbach Park
The purpose of the hearing is to obtain public comment on a grant application to be submitted to the New Jersey DEP.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Nutley Siblings Become State Wrestling, Gymnastic Champs
Beau Siljanoski has trained with a former Belleville High School wrestling star. Avery Siljanoski is an all-around gymnastics standout.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
Students From W. Caldwell, Verona Find Joy, Profit In Candle Biz
A trio of ambitious Essex County middle school students have turned a “passion project” into a full-time business.
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Newark, NJ|News|
Historic $100M Renovation Continues At Newark Beth Israel
Newark Beth Israel recently saw the “largest single commitment in the hospital’s 121-year history,” which will help pay for the expansion.
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Newark, NJ|News|
Food Pantry Holds Grand Opening In Newark’s East Ward
A new food pantry and free clothing boutique will give residents in the Ironbound section of the city some relief from the COVID crisis.
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Newark, NJ|News|
Democrats Praise Biden’s First 100 Days With Billboard In Newark
The billboard credits Biden with getting the U.S. “back on track,” touting his policies on COVID vaccines, stimulus checks and job creation.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Livingston To Hold 2nd Town Hall On NJ Marijuana Laws
Livingston’s township attorney will explain the basics of the new marijuana laws passed in New Jersey.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
