Around Bloomfield: Green Ice + Taxes + Schools + Water Privatization

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Government/Politics

Here's How Much Bloomfield Homeowners Pay In Taxes (2025 UPDATE)

Bloomfield Takes Fresh Look At ‘Master Plan,’ Public Hearing Scheduled

How Much State Aid For Bloomfield Schools? NJ Releases New Totals

DiVincenzo Gives State Of County Speech: ‘Unprecedented Times’

Protest In North Jersey: ‘No School Cuts,’ Educators Demand

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

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey

Future Of Livingston Mall Uncertain; Town Seeks Suggestions

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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