Around Bloomfield: Elections + Child Care + Journalist Mourned

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Patch reviews last week’s top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for Patch email newsletters.

Politics/Government:

Sweeping NJ Bill Package Would Make Child Care More Affordable

No Democrats Challenge Joe DiVincenzo In Essex County Primary Election

5 Republicans File To Run Against Rep. Mikie Sherrill In NJ-11 Primary

Here's Who Will Challenge Rep. Payne In NJ-10 Primary Election

No Airbnbs Allowed In Bloomfield, Town Reminds Residents

Affordable Housing In Millburn: Next Meeting Scheduled

NJ Teachers Who Buy Own Supplies Need Larger Tax Break, Lawmakers Say

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey:

Journalist Killed In Montclair Train Fatality Was 'Defender Of Truth'

Cost Of Renting A Home Is Skyrocketing In Newark, Study Says

Here's How You're Most Likely To Die On The Job In New Jersey

North Jersey School Closed After 'Irritating' Fumes Waft Into Building

Illegal Gun Seizures Up 45% In This Essex County City So Far This Year

Former East Orange Mayor Dies; City Mourns For Robert Bowser

Cherry Blossoms Hit Full Stride At Essex County Park

He Gave Back While Grieving: Livingston Teen Honored As 'Unsung Hero'

Bloomfield Auto Repair School Rolls Out New Electric Car Courses

Pizza Tasting In Essex County Will Support Children In Ukraine

Women's Self-Defense Workshop In West Orange Draws Eager Crowd

Art From Traumatic Brain Injury Sufferers To Be Displayed In Essex County

Peek Inside Just Listed $3.98M Mansion With Wine Cellar In Livingston

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