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Government/Politics
Here's How Much Bloomfield Homeowners Pay In Taxes (2025 UPDATE)
Find out what's happening in Bloomfieldfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Bloomfield Takes Fresh Look At ‘Master Plan,’ Public Hearing Scheduled
How Much State Aid For Bloomfield Schools? NJ Releases New Totals
Trump Tariffs Are Risky Business, NJ Congresswoman Says
Nutley Loses Court Battle Over Warehouse At ON3, Files Appeal
Newark Nonprofit Will End Fair Housing Program Due To Federal Cuts
3 Candidates Seek NJ Libertarian Nod As 2025 Governor Race Heats Up
‘Fuera ICE’: Protest Against Detention Facility Planned In Essex County
City Official In NJ Shut Down Business, Asked For Bribe: Prosecutors
'Know Your Protest Rights': New Jersey ACLU Shares Tips For Activists
Water Privatization Takes Big Step Forward In Essex County Town
Water Privatization Takes Big Step Forward In #SouthOrange #NJ https://t.co/B1ETmeoEpO
— PatchEssexCountyNJ (@EK_Patch) March 7, 2025
Other news in Essex County and New Jersey
9 Essex County Districts Will Get NJ Aid For Preschool (See The List)
Vote On School Upgrades In Caldwell-West Caldwell Nears Finish Line
School Aid Increase For East Orange Is ‘Progress,’ Senator Says
4 Essex County Schools Serving At-Risk Students Could Get $1M In Funds
School Nurses In NJ’s Largest City Will Get Raises Under New Contract
Americana Diner In West Orange Serves Its Final Meal
Rutgers ‘Mobile Clinic’ Provides Health Care On Wheels
Startup Company In Short Hills Nets Health Care Grant From State
Mysterious Green Ice Seen Along NJ Highway Ahead Of St. Patrick’s Day

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