Around Bloomfield: Violent Crime + Space Rocket + Debates + Music

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See crime and public safety coverage for the week here >> Essex County 911: Man Shoots Ex-Girlfriend + Motorcycle Crash + Stolen Mail

Check out some stories that will make you smile here >> Good News In Essex County: Teacher Of Year + Neighbors + Rowing Champ

Government/Politics:

Violent Crime In Bloomfield: See How Town Compares To State, US Levels

$500M In Tax Breaks Approved For New Jersey’s Manufacturing Industry

Visitors Languish In Scorching Summer Heat Outside ICE Prison In NJ, Advocates Say

Fed-Up NJ Renters Pack City Council Meeting, Demand More Protection Against Landlords

139 New Prison Correctional Officers Graduate Academy In NJ

Ken Burns Will Discuss New Series At Event In Essex County: ‘The American Revolution’

NJ Pastor Launches Write-In Campaign For Governor: 2025 Election

How To Watch NJ Governor Debates For 2025 Election: Sherrill vs. Ciattarelli

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey:

Beloved Educator Dies In South Orange-Maplewood, Community Mourns Her Loss

Popular Retail Store Is Closing Its Livingston Mall Location: Report

Newark Schools Are ‘High Performing,’ BOE Prez Cheers ‘Overwhelming’ Milestone

West Orange Jazz Festival Will Return With More Music This Year

Nutley Restaurant And Foodie Week Is Returning For 2025: Event Info

Famous Band Used This Essex County Restaurant For Their New Album Cover

Bloomfield ‘Hometown Hero’ Banner Project Will Honor Local Veterans

Flag Raising Events In Belleville Will Celebrate Ecuadorian, Indian Cultures

New Emergency Pet Vet Is Coming To Short Hills, Will Be Open 24/7

Card Collector Trade Night In Caldwell: Baseball, Pokemon And More

Video From NJ Shows Rocket Blasting Across Night Sky

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