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Essex County 911: Home Fire + Cryptic Message + Bear Sightings

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County's recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.

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ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Find out why those sirens were wailing. Check out these recent police, fire and EMS stories in Essex County (click headline to read).

Essex County Family Left With ‘Absolutely Nothing’ After Devastating Fire

Intruder At Essex County Home Leaves Cryptic Message Behind: Police

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Arrests Made After Car Theft At Trader Joe's, Repeated Burglary Attempts: Police

Boil Water Advisory Issued In Essex County Town: See Impacted Area

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Dirt Bike Stolen During ‘Test Drive’ In Essex County, Police Say

2 Cars Stolen In Essex County Town – Here’s Where: Police

Emergency Water Repairs In NJ Town: Limit Usage, Officials Say

Essex County Town Warns About 2 Scams: Spyware On Phone, Fake 'Arrests'

Man In 'Beatles' Shirt Swipes $600 Of Meat From NJ Supermarket: Police

Bear Sighting In Essex County Sparks Warning From Authorities

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