Montclair, NJ|News|
Blue Wave Hits NJ: 12 Key Takeaways From 2026 Midterm Election
If the projected results hold up, New Jersey will soon have only one Republican representing the state in Washington DC.
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Across New Jersey|News|
Heavy Rain Returns To NJ With Flash Floods, Thunderstorms
Up to 3 inches of rain is possible, according to the latest forecast.
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Meet The 4 Schools Competing For A $1 Million Football Field Upgrade
From a brand partner: T-Mobile's Friday Night 5G Lights finalists have been revealed! Vote daily through Nov. 8 to help pick the winner.
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Mother Seeks Answers After She Says 4-Year-Old Son Died At Hillsborough Day Care
A Hillsborough mother said she is still waiting for findings after her son became unresponsive at a licensed child-care center.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Unique Rose Garden Is Getting An Upgrade In Montclair, Bloomfield
"We’ve always believed the gardens were one of the jewels of Brookdale Park."
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West Orange, NJ|News|
4 Candidates Claim Wins In West Orange Mayor, Council, School Board Elections
Read post-election statements from Joyce Rudin, Jackie Hendy, Justin Goldsman, and Larry Weintraub.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Verona-Cedar Grove, NJ|News|
Christmas-Themed Bars Will Be Popping Up Across NJ For The Holidays
The seasonal bars feature festive decorations and creative cocktails like the "Sugarplum Stampede" and the "Christmapolitan."
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Christmas-Themed Bar Will Return In Nutley: 2026 Holiday Events
The seasonal pop-up bar features festive decorations and creative cocktails like the "Sugarplum Stampede" and the "Christmapolitan."
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Toms River Facing Up To $600K Fine In 2 North Dover Zoning Lawsuits
A federal judge has recommended a $20K fine per day over what he said are repeated failures to turn over cellphone and laptop information.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
Tinton Falls Man Wins Million Dollars In NJ Lottery
He was announced as the winner at Sunday's Jets game against the Las Vegas Raiders, at MetLife stadium.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
NJ-4 Stays Red With Smith As Ocean County Democrats Sit Quiet
As Democrats turned Republican strongholds blue across the U.S., in Ocean County races sat unfilled and Rachel Peace ran on shoestrings.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
Mori Tract Will Be A Warehouse, NOT A Data Center, Gonnelli Says Again
This zoning document shows the Mori Tract will become a warehouse and distribution facility.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Joe DiVincenzo, Essex Democrats Fend Off GOP Challengers, Early Results Show
Essex County voters skewed blue in the 2026 races for county executive and the board of commissioners.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
Disco Bingo Nov. 14 In ICC Church Basement, Hosted By Mary Immaculate Columbiettes
Come for their incredible line-up of tricky tray baskets, high-end door prizes and 50/50 raffle.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
Middletown MilkShake Factory Will Have Grand Opening Nov. 14
Now open daily serving house-made chocolates and ice cream.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Long Branch-Eatontown, NJ|News|
Maria Escalante Concedes Eatontown Mayoral Election To Anthony Talerico
It was immensely difficult to be elected as a Republican in these midterms, she said.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
Secaucus Man, A Town Employee, Charged With Child Pornography
A Secaucus man and part-time town employee was arrested Tuesday and charged with possession of child pornography.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Blue Wave Hits Somerset County For 2nd Year, Democrats Led Most Town Elections
Republican-led towns such as Bridgewater, Hillsborough, and Bernards were among those that once again chose Democrats to lead.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Asbury Park, NJ|News|
Sciannameo Concedes To Quinn In Asbury Park Mayor Race
Amy Quinn received 2,239 votes to 1,703 votes for Sciannameo.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
$14M Sale Of Belleville Apartment Complex Breaks Local Record, Firm Says
The sale sets a new per-unit record price for rent-controlled garden apartments in Belleville, the firm said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Softball Fields At Irvington Park Get New Infields, Other Upgrades
Sports lighting also was installed on the soccer field to allow nighttime play.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
Secaucus Councilman James Clancy Re-Elected, Fending Off David Kraatz Challenge
Kraatz previously said he didn't expect to win, but he wanted to make a point that residents are upset about all the data centers.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
Clarke, Dudzinksi In Lead In Middletown Township Committee Race
These are the unofficial vote results that have not been certified by the Monmouth County Clerk.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|News|
Winner Declared In NJ 6 Congress Race: Frank Pallone Vs. Hillary Herzig [Live Results]
The AP determined a winner:
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