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

Feds Seek To Dismiss Charges Against U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez

Rep. Frelinghuysen's Challengers Speak About His Retirement

Emotional Support Peacock Barred From Newark Flight: Video

Maplewood Ponders Ban On Texting And Walking In Street

North Caldwell Considering Marijuana Dispensary Ban

Livingston Broker Swindled Elderly Couple Out Of $280K: OAG

Positive Vibes As Newark Schools Return To Local Control

Montclair's Lackawanna Plaza Not Getting A ShopRite: Developer

Wrong-Way Crash Wrecked Belleville Father's Life, Family Says

Livingston Hires South Orange Admin; Lewis Appointed As Manager

Monthly Anti-War Rally Launches In Essex County

History-Making Essex County Freeholder Replaces Sheila Oliver

West Orange Council Passes DACA, Dreamer Resolution

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