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Government/Politics

Feds Put Bloomfield On 'Sanctuary City' List, Demand Compliance

Here’s When Delays Might Improve At This Busy NJ Airport – And Why

Major Airline Reaches Deal With Flight Attendants After Strike Threats

Meet The 6 Democratic Candidates For New Jersey Governor (VIDEOS)

New Chancellor At Rutgers-Newark Will Take Reins In August

NJ Town Has 4 Active PILOT Agreements, Officials Say (2025 Update)

Essex County Town’s Affordable Housing Plan Moves Forward, Gets Board Approval

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey

Jelly Goes On The Lam: Bear Escapes Enclosure At New Jersey Zoo

Bears Spotted In Essex County This Week As Spring Weather Warms

Peter David Dies At 68: Iconic Comic Book Writer From NJ Mourned

LGBTQ Pride Events Return To Maplewood-South Orange For 2025

Venture Studio In North Jersey Will Boost ‘Innovation Economy,’ NJIT Says

Barbecue Season Safety Tips: NJ Town Issues Reminder

‘Record Breaking’ AP Scores Celebrated In West Orange

Memorial Day Ceremony In Essex County Honors Fallen Soldiers

Essex County Girl Passes Away, Leaves Legacy Of 'Courage And Grace'

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