Montclair, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Long Lost Pet Returns + Lottery Win + Jonas Brothers
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
- Newark, NJ
I am the Patch local editor/admin for Essex County, New Jersey. My work has received awards from the NJ Press Association and the NJ Society of Professional Journalists. Contact me at Eric.Kiefer@patch.com with news tips, photos and press releases.
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Newark|News|
Essex County 911: Deadly Shooting + Fatal Fire + Teen Stabbed + Stolen Puppy
Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.
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Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Burglar Steals $20K Shoes From Storage Unit In Bloomfield: Police
The victim arrived at his storage unit and noticed that the roof had been peeled back, police said.
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Bloomfield, NJ|News|
2 Stolen Cars In Bloomfield Were Left Running And Unlocked: Police
Two vehicles were stolen in Bloomfield on the same day, authorities said.
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Caldwells, NJ|News|
NJ Republican Wants State To Trim These 2 Taxes: Here’s Why
Assemblyman Chris DePhillips says it’s time for Democrats to follow through on their election pledges to make New Jersey more affordable.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Special Election To Replace Mikie Sherrill Set: Here’s What Happens Next
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has set an election date to replace Mikie Sherrill in Congress.
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Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Pregnant NJ Senator Wants More Birthing Options For Mothers As Mortality Gap Lingers
Sen. Britnee Timberlake was once told that she might never conceive children. She's expecting to have her fourth child in March.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Thanksgiving In Livingston: Closures, Garbage Schedule, Turkey Donation Drive
Livingston township offices will be closed on Nov. 27 and Nov. 28 for the holiday. Here are some other things to know this year.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Lost Cat Reunited With Her NJ Family 10 Years Later
A family adopted two kittens from a shelter. One disappeared – but its heartbroken owners never stopped wondering where she was.
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Newark|News|
Stolen Puppy Returned To Grateful Newark Pet Owner After Home Burglary: Police
Someone entered a New Jersey woman’s home, took her 2-month-old dog and fled the scene, police said.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Town Council Supports 'Immigrant Trust Act,' Urges NJ Lawmakers To Adopt Bill
The proposed New Jersey law would limit state and local cooperation with federal immigration agencies such as ICE.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Takes First Step To New Tax Revaluation: What It Means For Homeowners
Montclair is getting the ball rolling on a new town-wide property tax revaluation. Here’s when it is expected to cross the finish line.
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Verona-Cedar Grove, NJ|News|
Tamburro, McEvoy, Holland Win Verona Council Race: 2025 Election Results Certified
The election results have been certified. Here's the final tally for Verona's town council race.
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Maplewood, NJ|News|
Nayar, Higgins, Stephan Win SOMA School Board Race: 2025 Election Results Certified
The election results have been certified for the South Orange-Maplewood Board of Education race. Here's the final tally.
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Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Millburn 2025 Election Results Certified: See Winners Of Council, School Board Races
Republicans and Democrats split two open seats on the Millburn Town Committee. Three candidates captured seats on the school board.
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West Orange, NJ|News|
Williams Re-Elected To West Orange Council, Bryant And Ivker Win BOE Seats: Election Results Certified
The 2025 election results have been certified in West Orange. Here's the final tally.
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Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Here's Who Won Bloomfield School Board, Council, Mayor Races: 2025 Election Results Certified
Jenny Mundell defeated Joan Hussey in the Bloomfield mayor race. Here are the final vote tallies for school board and town council.
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Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Garro, Munoz, Arroyabe Win Belleville School Board Race: Election Results Certified
The 2025 election results have been certified. Here's the final tally for the Belleville Board of Education race.
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Caldwells, NJ|News|
GOP Council Sweep, School Referendum Defeated: 2025 Election Results In The Caldwells
Election results have been certified in Caldwell, North Caldwell and West Caldwell. Here are the final tallies.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
McMahon, Long, Bouknight Win Montclair School Board Race: 2025 Election Results Certified
The 2025 election results have been certified. Here's the final tally.
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