Around Montclair: No Kings + More ICE Arrests + Candidate Debates

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:

Candidate Forums Planned In Montclair For 2026 Election

More ‘No Kings’ Protests Planned In NJ: Here’s Where

ICE Activity Reported Near Essex County School, Local Official Says

Candidate Debate In NJ-11: Mejia, Hathaway Battle For Sherrill’s Old Congress Seat

NJ Town May End Its Legal Standoff With Nursing Home

Environmentalists Hold ‘Funeral’ In Essex County To Push For NJ Polluters Pay Act

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey:

Top Cop In NJ Town Defends Use Of Automatic License Plate Readers

ON3 Site In North Jersey Enters Pivotal Moment: Data Center, Hotel, Restaurant In Future?

Vacant Building In Essex County Town Provides Useful Opportunity For Firefighters

Essex County Store Sells $30K Lottery Ticket: See Other Recent Big Winners In NJ

Want even MORE local news?

See crime and public safety coverage for the week here >> Essex County 911: Man Kills Teen + Knife Chase + Fatal Hit-And-Run

Check out some stories that will make you smile here >> Good News In Essex County: Capybaras + Wedding Dress + Hometown Heroes + Puppets

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