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Patch reviews this week’s top stories in Essex County (click headline to read).

Headlines (click to read):

Newark A Finalist For Amazon HQ2, Company Announces

South Orange Principal Facing Heat For Alleged Text About Little Person

Deported Dad Restarts Life In Haiti, But Family Not Giving Up

Short Hills Mall Carjacker Who Killed Attorney Gets 30 Years

Chris Christie Responds To Story About Skipping Airport Security

Def Leppard, Journey Tour Coming To Essex County, NJ

Old Phone Scam Takes New Twist In Essex County: Sheriff

Essex County Latina Senator Makes History In NJ (Again)

Moody's Upgrades Newark's Financial Outlook

Massive Outpouring For MLK Day Rally At Newark Airport (VIDEOS)

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Gun Rights Advocates Blast New Jersey's 'Bump Stock' Law

NJ Transit's MLK Day 'No-Vote' Spurs Celebration

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Lane Closings, Repairs At GWB, Holland Tunnel, Bayonne Bridge

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