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

Climb To Nation's Highest Minimum Wage Begins At NJ, NY Airports

Essex County Mourns Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting

'Heartbroken' South Orange Rabbi: Enough Hateful Rhetoric

Rabbi With Essex County Roots Hailed As Hero After Pittsburgh Shooting

Seton Hall Protests Enter Second Week As Talks Continue

Bill Would Help Keep Innocent People Out Of Jail, Essex County Senator Says

'Common Sense' May Have Kept Power On For Dying Essex County Grandma: Probe

4 Public Projects In West Orange Up For Vote: 2018 Election

Money War Between Newark, Animal Shelter Erupts: 'City Won't Pay'

Millburn Dads 15 Strong Tackle Trails For Charity

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