Politics & Government
Around Bloomfield: UFOs / American Idol Crash / Tommy Hilfiger / Vietnam Vet Gets Medal / GSP Cop Beating / State Of Essex
Patch reviews this week's top stories in Bloomfield and Essex County.
Headlines (click to read):
Essex County ‘UFOs’ Possibly Identified: WATCH
Belleville Teen Found Liable, Crash Killed Aspiring American Idol Singer On I-95
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Tommy Hilfiger, Livingston Mom Launch Clothing Line For Disabled Kids
Newark Vietnam Vet Gets Bronze Star Almost 50 Years After Discharge
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Montclair Teachers Union Reports ‘Security Breach’
Nutley Filmmaker Examines American Dream, As Seen By A Syrian Refugee
12 Newark School Buildings To Be Transferred, Possibly Sold
‘Conflict Of Interest’ For Montclair’s Spiller, Judge Rules
In Essex County: Winning Jersey Cash 5 Lottery Ticket Sold, $286K Jackpot
Montclair State Partners With Sony To Bring Hollywood Tech To Students
South Orange Cashier Allegedly Canned After Cold Weather Complaint
Newark Mayor Pushes For $15 Hourly Wage At Airport
West Orange Teachers Battle Cancer: Community Shows Support
Essex County Baseball Coach Accused Of ‘Bullying’ Reappointed For New Season
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