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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:

Tug Of War Over ‘NJ Polluters Pay Act’ Continues In Essex County

Mail-In Voting In Essex County: What To Know About Latest Supreme Court Ruling

NJ Congresswoman Battles Federal Assault Charges As She Fights For Re-Election

New Jersey Wins 525M From Facebook, Instagram Under Landmark Settlement

Flock Has Hired Political Lobbyists In NJ, Dozens Of Other States: Report

‘No Immediate Threat’ From Data Centers In This Essex County Suburb, Official Says

Anti-ICE Protesters Rally In Essex County After Latest Arrests

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey:

3,500 Dogs, Cats Euthanized In NJ Last Year: See Breakdown By County

United Launching New Flights From NJ To France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Europe

School Board To Meet Ahead Of $62.2M Referendum In North Jersey Town

More Charter Students Are Speaking 2 Languages–And Succeeding In This NJ City, Data Shows

Seniors In North Jersey Town Learn How to Protect Themselves From Scams

Essex County Apartment Complex With Link To Thomas Edison Sells For $131M

Want even MORE local news?

See crime and public safety coverage for the week here >> Essex County 911: Crushed By Truck + Coach Accused + Man v. Robber

Check out some stories that will make you smile here >> Good News In Essex County: Block Parties + Local Legends + Inclusive Playground

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