Madison, NJ|News|
New York City Ebola Patient Traveled on Subway, Taxis, Uber
Dr. Craig Spencer, 33, is the first confirmed case of ebola in New York.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
- Westfield, NJ
Emily Everson has lived in Union County most of her life and has spent her career covering North and Central New Jersey. She started out as a reporter at a Union County LocalSource, before working as an editor for hyperlocal news websites and community magazines throughout the region.
Having dedicated her career to local news coverage, Emily strongly believes that local journalists should be fierce advocates for the communities they cover. Please do not hesitate to send news tips, questions, and concerns directly to Emily at Emily.Everson@patch.com.
A Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School grad, Emily graduated Magna cum laude from Marymount Manhattan College. She lives in Clark with her Westie puppy, Basil.
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Hoboken, NJ|News|
New York City Ebola Patient Traveled on Subway, Taxis, Uber
Dr. Craig Spencer, 33, is the first confirmed case of ebola in New York.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
Father of Bullied Teen Who Committed Suicide Speaks to West Essex Families
John Halligan spoke at assemblies at the North Caldwell school about standing up for your friends, asking for help, and stopping bullying.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
20,000 Millburn Area Residents Get Golden Tickets to Chocolate Works Grand Opening
The new downtown chocolate shop mailed out numbered tickets that give customers the chance to win prizes at the grand opening on Oct. 25.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Livingston Chili and Kale Cook-off Set for Nov. 12, Winning Recipe Will Be Showcased at ShopRite
The annual competition invites amateur chefs of all ages and skill levels to showcase their best healthy chili and Kale creations.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Madison, NJ|News|
Madison Council Passes Resolution Opposing Construction of Pilgrim Oil Pipeline
Madison is the fourth community to oppose the Pilgrim Pipeline, which would transport oil through this area from Albany, NY to Linden, NJ.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken Historical Museum to Honor Puerto Rican Poet in Nov. 2 Event
"Broken English: Through the Eyes of Pedro Pietri" is part of the museum's exhibition "Hoboken, Ellis Island, and the Immigrant Experience."
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
West Essex High Students to Serve on Congress Youth Advisory Council
North Caldwell seniors Patrick Glenn and Isabelle Caine will represent West Essex as members of Congressman Frelinghuyesen's youth council.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Six Millburn High Students Will Perform With National Honor Ensembles at the Grand Ole Opry
These students will join more than 600 of the best young performers in the country to perform in a Mixed Chorus, Jazz and Concert band.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Livingston Senior Community Center Plans Family-Friendly Fright Night
The halloween festivities will begin at 3:30 p.m. on October 25 and will include a "trunk or treat," costume parade, haunted walk, and more.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Madison, NJ|News|
Acclaimed Actor Marvin Jefferson to Perform at the Madison Public Library
Jefferson will bring the story of theater legend Paul Robeson to life on Oct. 26 at 2 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Madison, NJ|News|
Madison to Decrease Speed Limit on Central Ave. After Neighbors Raise Alarm
Madison is mandating traffic changes after 208 neighbors demanded safer speeds on Central, a street often crowded with children and teens.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Millburn Fourth Grader Wins Kindle Fire Tablet in Reading Sweepstakes
South Mountain Elementary school student Brian Landreman was chosen as the winner of the summer reading sweepstakes on Monday.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
Proposed $18.2 Bond Million Referendum Slated to Upgrade Caldwell Schools, Athletic Fields
The bond will cost tax payers in Caldwell and West Caldwell about $11 more a month. Residents can view the details online and vote on Dec. 9
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
Caldwell Middle Schoolers Named Grover Cleveland Students of the Month
Michael Medina, Emma Krupp, and Jessica Rizzo have been selected as the Grover Cleveland Middle School October students of the month.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Service Returns to Hoboken PATH Lines After Evening Delays
A signal problem caused significant delays on the PATH this evening.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
UPDATE: Four Men Charged With Carjack Killing of Hoboken Lawyer at Short Hills Mall Plead Not Guilty
The four suspects face felony murder charges for the killing of Dustin Friedland, a 30-year-old Hoboken lawyer killed last December.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
UPDATE: Four Men Charged With Carjack Killing of Toms River Man at Short Hills Mall Plead Not Guilty
The four suspects face felony murder charges for the killing of Dustin Friedland, a 30-year-old Hoboken lawyer killed last December.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
UPDATE: Four Men Charged In Carjack Killing of Hoboken Attorney at Short Hills Mall Plead Not Guilty
The four suspects face felony murder charges for the killing of Dustin Friedland, a 30-year-old Hoboken lawyer killed last December.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
UPDATE: Newark Airport Passenger Showing Ebola Signs Is Asymptomatic; Will Be Released From Hospital
Governor Christie announced that the Newark airport passenger is symptom free. New mandates to combat the virus are in place statewide.
Emily Everson, Patch Staff
