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Patch reviews this week’s top stories in Essex County (click headline to read). Send local news tips and photos to eric.kiefer@patch.com.

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NJ Science Center Gears Up To Build ‘Largest Planetarium In USA’

Rainy Day Errand Nets Essex County Landscaper $5 Million

Essex County Law Will Help Women, Minority, Veteran-Owned Businesses

Former Essex County Chemical Company Violated Water Pollution Act, Must Pay $153K

West Orange Parents Hope Son’s Suicide Can Help Others Seek Treatment

United’s Plan To Protect Hawks Near Newark Airport? Send Them To Golf Courses

Short Hills Investment Manager Gets Jail Time, Must Pay $1M Civil Penalty

Montclair State Gets Christie Approval As ‘Public Research University’

Newark High School Valedictorian's Words Of Wisdom Will Raise Your Spirit

Essex County Used Car Dealer Faces Allegations: Fraud, ‘Bait And Switch’

Paper Mill Playhouse Praised For Autism-Friendly Mary Poppins Show (VIDEO)

Ash Tree Assassin May Be Headed To Caldwell

Ex-Newark Cop And Wife Open Restaurant, Revive Closed Storefront

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