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Government/Politics

Corporations Own Most Of Newark's Homes. New Laws Are Pushing Back

NJ Bill Would 'Open Door' For Mental Health Care In Homeless Shelters

West Orange Group Questions Nursing Facility's Development Plans

Montclair Council Turns Eyes Toward 2023 Town Budget (Video)

Bloomfield Mayor Urges Residents To Apply For NJ Tax Relief Program

Northland Pool Won't Reopen In Summer 2023 In Livingston: Here's Why

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey

When 'Back To Normal' Means Businesses Close In North Jersey

DeCamp Bus Lines Is Expanding Service From North Jersey To NYC

Double-Parkers In Belleville Beware: Police Ramp Up Enforcement Effort

Café For Deaf In Essex County Is Struggling, Facing Battle With Landlord

NJ City Will Get $1.2M To Plant Hundreds Of Trees, Remove Dead Ones

Calendar Of Maplewood And South Orange Pets Raises Money For Animals

Newark Raises A Flag For Haitian Pride: 'Leaders And Innovators'

Free Winter Walking Club Will Help Millburn Adults Exercise At Mall

$1.7M French Normandy Mansion In Essex County Is Still On The Market

New Jersey 'Favorites': Superheroes, Wine, Fast Food, Colors And More

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