West Orange, NJ|News|
5 West Orange Firefighters Earn Promotions: See The List
A swearing-in ceremony was held at Town Hall, with a packed room of family and friends in attendance.
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Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
- Newark, NJ
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Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Bloomfield Schools, Nonprofit Launch New ‘Food Rescue Partnership’
“It’s inspiring to see our schools and students stepping up to help in this way.”
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West Orange, NJ|News|
Apartment Complex In West Orange Sells For $40.8 Million
The property also includes a 17,000-square-foot school facility, two commercial units and three rooftop terraces.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Thanksgiving Food Drive, Giveaway Event In Montclair: 2025 Holidays
The event brings together local organizations, businesses and civic leaders in a shared mission to support families in need.
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West Orange, NJ|News|
'Signing Day' Marks Big Moment For 6 Student-Athletes In West Orange
Several high school athletes from West Orange will be continuing their sports careers in college.
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Livingston, NJ|News|
Livingston Historical Society Event: ‘The Native Americans Who Saved The Pilgrims’
Historian Pat Wells will give a presentation to the Livingston Historical Society on Nov. 24.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Therapy Available For Montclair Seniors Experiencing Depression, Anxiety
Depression is the most common mental health issue in older adults, yet it often goes unrecognized. Anxiety affects 10 to 20% of seniors.
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Caldwells, NJ|News|
Caldwell PD Is Hiring For Police Officers: How To Apply
Want to be a cop in Caldwell? Here are the requirements.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair State University Awarded $1.7M Grant To Advance Civic Education
Funding from the U.S. Department of Education will allow Montclair to conduct expert-led seminars on American history.
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Newark|News|
Newark Educator Selected For National Urban Executive Leadership Institute
José Fuentes is among 11 senior education leaders nationwide who were chosen.
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Newark|News|
'We Will Not Rest Until There Is Justice': Boy, Woman Killed In Newark Shooting, 3 Others Wounded
Victims of the deadly shooting included a 10-year-old boy and a 21-year-old woman. Three other people were wounded, including another child.
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South Orange, NJ|News|
Around South Orange: Shutdown + Protest + Pardons + Veterans + Make-A-Wish
Check out some of our top stories this week in South Orange and Essex County.
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Verona-Cedar Grove, NJ|News|
Around Verona-Cedar Grove: Shutdown + Protest + Pardons + Veterans + Make-A-Wish
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Maplewood, NJ|News|
Around Maplewood: Shutdown + Protest + Pardons + Veterans + Make-A-Wish
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Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Around Millburn: Shutdown + Protest + Pardons + Veterans + Make-A-Wish
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West Orange, NJ|News|
Around West Orange: Shutdown + Protest + Pardons + Veterans + Make-A-Wish
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Newark|News|
Around Newark: Shutdown + Protest + Pardons + Veterans + Make-A-Wish
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Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Around Bloomfield: Shutdown + Protest + Pardons + Veterans + Make-A-Wish
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Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Around Belleville-Nutley: Shutdown + Protest + Pardons + Veterans + Make-A-Wish
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Livingston, NJ|News|
Around Livingston: Shutdown + Protest + Pardons + Veterans + Make-A-Wish
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