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Government/Politics

NJ Reps Vote On Trump's 'Big, Beautiful' Budget Bill (See House Results)

Accused Congresswoman Disputes Charges From Feds After ICE Scuffle

Trespassing Charge Against NJ Mayor Dismissed, Prosecutor Says

Our Schools Don’t Need NJ State Monitor, Board Of Education Claims

3 Council Members Reelected In Essex County Town

Summer Electric Bill Hike Nears, PSEG Plans To Offer Short-Term Relief

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey

Radio Cuts Out At Newark Airport Again, Outage Adds To Growing List

Injured Essex County Prison Guard, Mother Facing Financial Catastrophe

'Obsolete' Bridge Redesigned In The Oranges After Recent Inspection

Revamped 'Mud Hole' Helps To Control Flooding In NJ Neighborhood

Traffic Upgrade Near School In The Caldwells ‘Checks The Box’

Polaroid Photos Capture ‘Decaying Landmarks’ Of North Jersey

Helicopter Mosquito Spraying Takes Place In 5 Essex County Towns

Major Apparel Retailer Opens New Store At Short Hills Mall

Free Paper Shredding Event In Essex County (What To Know)

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