Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Work Begins On 4-Story Apartment Building In Belleville
The project is scheduled to begin leasing in Summer 2026.
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Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
- Newark, NJ
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Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Teddy Bears During First Aid Calls: Millburn Cadet Launches ‘Comfort Program’
“Brave Buddies” focuses on providing stuffed comfort items to children during stressful medical calls.
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Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Nutley Volunteers Spend Holiday Raking Leaves For Seniors, Disabled Homeowners
There’s a lot of love in those leaves.
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Newark|News|
Newark Residents Keep Pushing Against 'Iberia' Skyscrapers In The Ironbound
The complex was set to be one of the largest developments that the neighborhood has seen for decades – until a lawsuit was filed.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Another Mail Theft Reported In Montclair (See List Of Other Recent Thefts)
Similar incidents have been reported in Montclair this year – here's where.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Sees 3 Home Intrusions In 3-Day Span: Police
A woman was putting her kids to bed when she heard footsteps coming from downstairs. Here’s what happened next, police say.
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Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Restaurant, Coffee Shop Open In Bloomfield: 2025 New Businesses
Every Day Grind Coffee Company and WNB Factory are open for business on Washington Street in Bloomfield.
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West Orange, NJ|News|
New Owners Of $40M Apartment Building In West Orange Nail Down $27.5M In Financing
“This market is expected to remain highly competitive and supply constrained for the foreseeable future.”
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Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Road Work On These Bloomfield Streets Will Continue Through December, Town Says
“This work should continue through the remainder of December or until the weather becomes unfavorable for construction.”
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Newark|News|
Newark Winter Village Returns For 2025 Holidays: Skating, Shopping, Music, Rides
Mulberry Commons in downtown Newark has once again transformed into a winter wonderland.
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Caldwells, NJ|News|
Rotary Club In The Caldwells Delivers ‘Care Packages’ To Food Pantry
The Rotary Club also donated $1,500 in gift cards to a local grocery store to help families facing economic hardship.
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Newark|News|
Newark Welcomes First Muslim City Council Member, Amina Bey Takes Oath Of Office (WATCH)
"Our shared future depends on our shared purpose," the city's newest council member said.
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Newark|News|
New Murals In Newark Celebrate Women, Activism, Community Resilience
“These murals were made at a time when we need to see representation of Black and Brown women uplifted,” the artist said.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Historic Holiday House Tour Returning In Essex County: See 2025 Locations
Several local homes and landmarks have decked the halls in holiday extravagance – and the public is invited to share the festivities.
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Montclair, NJ|News|
Rocking For Inclusion: Montclair Concert Gives Neurodiverse Musicians A Chance To Shine
“Music has always been my way of meeting people and being accepted into the neurotypical world, and I wanted to share that with others.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark|News|
New Work Requirements For SNAP In New Jersey: What To Know
The rules now include more “able-bodied” adults, as well as military veterans, homeless people and young adults aging out of foster care.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Belleville Cop Praised For ‘Life-Saving’ Response After Hit-And-Run
A Belleville officer responded to the scene of a serious hit-and-run involving an elderly victim. Here’s what happened, authorities say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
South Orange, NJ|News|
Seton Hall Launches ‘Boot Camp’ For Early-Stage Entrepreneurs
The mentoring program is designed to empower entrepreneurs and strengthen communities across northern New Jersey.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Historic Apartment Building In Bloomfield Sells For $10.9 Million
The six-story brick building was built in 1928.
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Maplewood, NJ|News|
Stolen Car Was Left Running, Maplewood Police Say
A car was stolen while its owner was inside a local business in Maplewood, authorities say.
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