Local Voices
Around Bloomfield: Budget Battles + Push For Peace + Potty Parity
Check out some of our top stories this week in Bloomfield and Essex County.

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Patch reviews some of last week’s top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for Patch email newsletters.
Government/Politics:
Find out what's happening in Bloomfieldfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Find out what's happening in Bloomfieldfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Protesters In Essex County Push Biden To Cut Off Fossil Fuel Industry
Hurricane Ida Relief Money: See If You Are Eligible In The Caldwells
More Affordable Housing Needed Near Mass Transit, Sen. Bob Menendez Says
Other news in Essex County and New Jersey:
Uptick In Deadly Violence Renews Push For Peace In NJ’s Largest City
Montclair Tenants Clash With Landlord Over Rent Control, Conditions
Rodents Multiply In Nutley, Nearby; Town Asks For Public's Help With Trash
Developer Gets Tax Break To Build Apartments At Old Newark Bears Stadium
Essex County Restaurant Will Be Back After Fire Shut It Down
NJ Man Caused 'Drug-Induced Death' Of Fire Captain: Prosecutor
Huge Renovation Coming To Newark Penn Station; Public Meetings Scheduled
Essex County Native Chelsea Handler Is Getting Into NJ Hall Of Fame
Newark Hospital's Famed Greenhouse Gets Visit From NJ Devils
Parade And Events Planned For Livingston Fire Department’s 100th Anniversary
Air Conditioning Woes, Parvo 'Deep Cleaning' At Animal Shelter In Essex County
Bloomfield Celebrates 'National Night Out,' Supports Police Officers
Incoming West Orange High Students 'Step Up' With School Program
Deli For Sale In Essex County Is A 'Chance To Make Profit,' Owner Says
All-Gender Bathrooms At Newark Airport Make 'Best Restroom' List

Learn more about posting announcements or events to your local Patch site. Send local news tips and correction requests to eric.kiefer@patch.com
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.