Around West Orange: ICE Arrests + Property Taxes + Voting + Polluted River

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:

ICE Sweeps Through Essex County, Several Arrests Reported

Cleanup Of Polluted Stretch Of Passaic River Takes ‘Huge Step’ Forward, EPA Says

Vote By Mail In Essex County? Here's What To Know After Supreme Court Ruling

NJ City Council Takes Stance On AI Data Centers

Fake Bail Scam Resurfaces In Essex County

It’s Disturbingly Easy To Be Accused Of 'Gang Membership' In NJ, Report Says

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey:

Park Submerged In Floodwater During Heavy Storm In North Jersey [PHOTOS]

This Company Is Building A $200M ‘Germ Protection Hub’ In Essex County

Property Tax Hike Sparks Sticker Shock In Essex County Town

NJ Town Is Doing Its First Tax Revaluation In 16 Years: What Homeowners Should Know

Pets Abandoned In Essex County: Dog Tied To Fence, Cat Left Outside Shelter

North Jersey Student Returns To District As Teacher In ‘Full Circle Moment’

Popular Puerto Rican Day Parade Returns To NJ's Largest City

This NJ Woman Was Murdered 42 Years Ago. Police Are Still Searching For Her Family

Want even MORE local news?

See crime and public safety coverage for the week here >> Essex County 911: Murder + Missing Woman + Wrong-Way Driver + Fires

Check out some stories that will make you smile here >> Good News In Essex County: Inspiring Athlete + Halloween Cocktails + Holiday Meals

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