Around Montclair: Affordability + Heat Wave + Polluted River + E-Bikes

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:

Essex County Lawmakers Split Votes On NJ Budget: Here’s What They’re Saying

Wawa, Amazon, Walmart Face New Tax In Sherrill’s Budget: See Who Else Is Targeted

NJ Working Families Can’t Keep Up With Skyrocketing Inflation, Report Finds

NJ ICE Prison's Air Conditioning Blows Out As Brutal Heat Wave Fries The Region

$584 Tax Hike Proposed In Essex County Town: What Comes Next

Passaic River Cleanup Remains Stalled, Protesters Demand Action

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey:

'Water Emergency' Declared In North Jersey Town: What Residents Need To Know

NJ Town Opens Community Pool to All Residents During Heat Wave

Get Ready For New E-Bike Rules; Essex County Town Issues Reminder For Riders

Future Site Of NJ Park Has Remained Unused For Decades – Until Now

681,000 Schoolchildren In NJ Will Get Free Meals This Summer

Want even MORE local news?

See crime and public safety coverage for the week here >> Essex County 911: Gun At Restaurant + Car Theft Ring + Daycare Evacuated

Check out some stories that will make you smile here >> Good News In Essex County: $2M Lottery Win + Fireworks Shows + Pride + Independence

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