Around Montclair: Debt Ceiling + Power Plant + Pride Month

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Government/Politics

NJ Congress Members Hold Noses, Vote For Debt Ceiling Compromise

Activists Keep Up Blitz Against Proposed Power Plant In North Jersey

West Orange Town Business Admin Resigns Amid Stormy Budget Season

School Budget Cuts Leave Montclair Residents With Big Questions

Report Lead Service Pipes As State Deadline Nears, NJ American Water Says

Newark's New Zoning Plan Could Change Your Neighborhood: Here's How

Medicaid Needs To Expand As COVID Aid Dries Up, NJ Advocates Say

Socialist Workers Party Candidates Launch Run For NJ Legislature

This Essex County City Can Destroy Seized ATVs, Dirt Bikes Under New Ordinance

Lawsuit Filed vs. Dozens Of Landlords In 2 North Jersey Cities: Report

Critics Pan NJ Democrat's Plan To Cut Property Taxes For Seniors

The Battle Continues Against New Jersey's Weird Primary Ballots

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey

Musician From Essex County Inspires Pride With Transgender Journey

Huge LGBTQ Pride Festival Returning To Montclair For 2023

Flag-Raising And Festivities Planned In Maplewood For Pride Month

Maplewood-Based Family Doctor Who Delivered Babies Dies At 90

'Never Leave Children Alone,' Livingston Says, Due To Coyote Sightings

Rats, Rodents In Bloomfield: Health Department Has Tips For Residents

Score Free Eye Cream At Nutley Beauty Store's Giveaway Event

Law Firm Names New Jersey's 'Top 5 Most-Googled Injuries'

Prestigious Theater In Millburn Announces Awards For NJ Teen Thespians

Free 'Paper Shredding Day' Returns In Essex County: What To Know

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