In Essex County: Teen Misses Graduation After Explosion, Christie May Announce Prez Run, Essex Mourns For Charleston, Man Jumps To Death At Mall, Police Chase Carjackers, Alcohol and Trains, Student Achievement Gap, Dog in Hot Car

Patch reviews the top stories of the week.

Find New Homes For Sale In Maplewood

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Chatham house for sale 86 Fairmount Ave

4 bedroom, 3.5 baths center hall colonial $1,099,000 Open House 6/28 1-4pm

feet painting!

Itʼs a memorable process-oriented project that signifies the arrival of warm weather at The Messy Artist.

Maplewood Resident Named Executive Director of FAMILYConnections

Announcement

Summer Group Show at Arts Unbound

Arts Unbound gallery exhibits fine art and craft made by students, emerging artists and established artists living with disabilities.

South Mountain YMCA Hires New Executive Director

Montclair YMCA Geyer Branch Executive Director Tapped for South Mountain YMCA Post

Melanoma Rates Doubled in the Past 30 Years

Preventative Care and Early Detection are Key to Fighting Melanoma, Skin Cancer’s Deadliest Form

ESTATE SALE.

Moving Sale/Garage Sale!!! 22 Harvey Drive, Short Hills. Friday, June 26 (9:00-3:00), Saturday, June 27 (9:00-3:00) and Sunday, June 28 (10

Drinking Alcohol Is Legal On NJ Transit Trains

Patch Reader Poll: Have you ever tipped the bottle aboard a train?

Montclair Education Panel: Let's Not Become Like South Orange-Maplewood

The school district’s ongoing racial disparities are a “wake up call” for Montclair, AGAP says.

Bottled Water E.coli Recall: Have You Checked Yours, Maplewood?

See the locations where potentially contaminated products may have been sold in Maplewood.

Essex County Mourns For Charleston Shooting Victims

One of the victims was a young mother from Newark, who graduated from Montclair State University.

Personalized Bass Guitar lessons available.

Instructor has played with many musicians of note.

Twilight Tour of Urban Farm

Join NOFA-NJ for the last of their 2015 Twilight Meetings for a farm tour, discussion, and potluck at City Green's urban farm in Clifton, NJ

Patch Series: The Essex County 911 Roundup

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent top police, fire and EMS stories.

Shaboo Tales: Adventurous

Jibb encourages his ostrich friend to stretch his wings with trying something new.

Maplewood Farmers Market Kicks Off 2015 Season

Here’s where to get your fresh veggies, Maplewood.

In Maplewood: $1.29 Million Home On Claremont Avenue Hits Market

See additional photos and property details here.

$2B Gambling Ring Busted / Bears Roam School Campus / Body Found In Passaic River / Cops Storm Hotel For Suspects

Did you miss something on Patch this week? Catch up with a look back at the top regional stories.

New Jersey July 4 Fireworks Guide

Where can you see fireworks this Independence Day in New Jersey? Find out here.

In Essex County: Terrorist-Related Arrest, Real Estate Ruling, Essex Has Most Homeless in NJ, Carry-On Luggage Change, Heroin Deaths Increase, Free Concerts

Patch reviews the top stories of the week.

Join the fun at the Morris County 4-H Fair

The annual Morris County 4-H Fair will be held July 15-19 at Chubb Park, Chester.

Find New Homes for Sale In Maplewood

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Longtime Maplewood Resident Alan Caruba Passes Away

The chemical and pest control publicity man was a prolific and respected journalist and writer.

Celebrate Men's Health Month this June by Achieving Healthier Skin

By Richard Bezozo, President of MoleSafe

Essex County Clergy Plan Interfaith Vigil For Charleston Shooting

Religious leaders from Maplewood will host a Friday evening show of solidarity at the South Orange train station; See the details here.

PSEG Issues Warning In Essex County: Don't Use Gas Generators Near Your Home

Read a sad example of why this advice is important.

Essex County Man Pleads Guilty To $2.2B Gambling Ring Involvement

John G. Perna faces 10 years in prison, authorities said.

Maplewood Is Among The 'Best Suburbs To Raise A Family' In New Jersey, Report Says

The town ranks # 76 in New Jersey. Do you agree?

3 Night Big Brother 17 Premiere Party

Big brother 17 Premiere Party. 2 nites at Wicked Wolf Tavern - Hoboken NJ. 3rd nite at the Culinary Conference Center - Jersey City NJ #BB17

See A Free Concert This Summer In Essex County

Check out the 2015 schedule here.

Report: Essex County Has The Most Homeless Residents In New Jersey

More than 80 percent of those counted were African-American; Read more eyebrow-raising trends here.

Integrity House to Benefit from 2nd Annual Mille Miglia Car Show Rally

Proceeds to Benefit the Bate Program, a Substance Abuse Treatment Program for Adolescent Boys

Waterloo Village Antiques Fair

THE SHOW EVERYBODY HAS BEEN WAITING TO RETURN!

In Maplewood: Middle School Trespassing/Theft, Burglary, Home Trespassing

Police Blotter: June 2 to 5

Smaller Carry-On Luggage: Airline Trade Group Proposes Change

Robert Menendez visits Newark Airport and calls the idea a “gimmick” designed to pad profits. What do you think, Essex County? Vote here.

SCHOOL'S OUT FOR SUMMER

Celebrate the season with The Fresh Air Fund

Town Meeting: What Should South Orange Do With JAC Building?

The decision may impact Maplewood's animal control services.

Essex County: 284 Percent Increase In Heroin Deaths Since 2011

State statistics released last week show that the state's heroin epidemic continues to worsen in nearly all New Jersey counties.