Around Belleville-Nutley: 100 Days Of Sherrill + Worker Protests + Powerball

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Get caught up with some of this week’s top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for free Patch email newsletters.

Government/Politics:

Sherrill’s First 100 Days As NJ Governor: Here’s What She Has Done So Far

Belleville Mayor Candidates Meet For Debate Ahead Of 2026 Election

Essex County Protesters Rally For ‘Workers Over Billionaires’ On May Day

NJ Town May Make Big Changes To Its Government If Voter Referendum Passes

How Will Budget Woes Impact NJ Town’s Special Education Students?

Youth In NJ City Vote On How To Spend $50,000 In Municipal Funding

Here’s Who Is Running For Essex County Executive, Commissioner Board

Big Minimum Wage Change Pushed By NJ’s Controversial New Lawmaker

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey:

Nutley School Board Holds Budget Hearing: See Tax Impact For Homeowners

These NJ Kids Are ‘Falling Through The Cracks,’ Report Says: See The Latest Data

NJ Police Should Focus On Dangerous Driving – Not Minor Infractions, Advocates Say

Major Layoffs Announced, Including In NJ: See List

Phone Scammers Target Essex County Residents: Here’s What To Know

Essex County Town Might ‘Rehab’ This Busy Street With Bike Lanes, Pedestrian Upgrades

Quirky Powerball Drawing Just Made 18 Millionaires In New Jersey

Want even MORE local news?

See crime and public safety coverage for the week here >> Essex County 911: Laundromat Crash + Fatal Fire + Bloody Fight

Check out some stories that will make you smile here >> Good News In Essex County: Ivy League Friendship + NFL Star Returns + Inspiring Youth

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