The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of people living in poverty and the percentage of people who spent 35 percent or more of their income on rent.
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Recent deaths in the area.
Nearly half of the county's pedestrian fatalities during a recent three-year period occurred on Route 46, report says.
Alleged tax evasion scam, lacrosse player signs to play in college and Girl Scout earns gold medal also made headlines.
The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of families living in poverty and the percentage of homes without heating fuel or heating equipment.
Man shot by officer, waitress denied tip for 'lifestyle' receives community support also make headlines.
Don't want a frozen bird for Thanksgiving? Here is a list of farms and markets where you can shop local and get a fresh bird.
Interested in enjoying a quaff at a local bar or tavern this weekend? Here's how area drinkeries were ranked by Yelp users.
'Housewives' Giudices face new charges, freeholder accused of campaign violations also make headlines.
Storm system expected to impact northern New Jersey Wednesday and Thursday.
The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of children living below the poverty line.
Treat your dinner guests to something extra special this holiday with these recipes for orange cranberry butter and sourdough bread.
These 10 women range from 63 to 75-years-old and are serving time in state prison for killing someone.
Joseph Carsillo, 45, was the superintendent for one of three Parsippany construction companies involved in alleged scam.
Here's what to serve gluten-free guests for the holidays.
Complaint says the Lyon campaign broke the law four times, including switching the name on a then-unreported $16,000 donation from the candidate's father.
The map below shows a snapshot of the percentage of people living in poverty and the percentage of homes without plumbing across town.
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Whether it’s a side dish that goes awry or a half-thawed turkey, Thanksgiving mishaps happen. Here are some of the funniest and most unusual ones—and how you can avoid a similar fate. Sponsored by Sony.