“The future is bright for Republicans in the state of New Jersey,” a GOP congressional leader said.
Brendan Gill of Montclair and Wayne Richardson of Newark will serve as president and vice president of the Essex County Freeholder Board.
“This is the way democracy should work,” an activist in Essex County said.
There’s a lot of work that needs to be done when it comes to eradicating hate and bigotry, even in Montclair, the town’s mayor says.
The U.S. airstrike that killed Iranian military leader Qasem Soleimani has inspired fierce condemnation – and support – in Essex County.
#NotAboveTheLaw rallies are being planned for Dec. 17 in Montclair, Newark and South Orange.
Sean Spiller also serves as vice president of the NJEA. He’s one of 14 inaugural members of NJ's new Public Bank Implementation Board.
Civil rights advocates praised the bill, saying it's a pathway to justice. A GOP lawmaker said it was "Criminal Appreciation Day."
Newark is replacing lead pipes at 18,000 homes at no cost to owners. In Glen Ridge, some residents may need to reach into their own pockets.
U.S. Congress candidate John Flora has signed the “No Fossil Fuel Money Pledge” for his 2020 campaign in the state's 10th district.
Someone is arrested for marijuana possession in New Jersey every 15 minutes, the ACLU says.
A group of advocates in Montclair will host a fundraiser on Nov. 16 to help support their ongoing legal appeal.
The Essex County freeholder board will remain a Democratic Party stronghold, according to unofficial 2019 election results.
U.S. Rep. Donald Payne Jr., who has diabetes, said he has a personal interest in easing the burden that drug costs can have on Americans.
Learn more about the nomination proposals to designate the Oakcroft and Wheeler Street neighborhoods as Local Landmark Districts.
The rally is being held to draw attention to the need for just and fair treatment of New Jersey's young people of color.
J.R. Carman, founder of New Jersey Constitutional Republicans, will be the guest at the next meeting of the Essex County NJ Republican Women
Mikie Sherrill: “The president of the United States is threatening our national security.”
Montclair teens painted an anti-gun violence mural on a train overpass. Local Republicans want a pro-2nd Amendment mural… right next to it.
The Montclair Town Council has “deep concerns” about Martin Schwartz’s statements regarding MC Residences. He “stands by his opinions.”
Rep. Sherrill: I’m sending my kids back to school where, along with math and social studies, they'll learn how to hide from active shooters.
A controversial attempt to stretch out an embattled New Jersey tax break program has been thwarted… for now.
The Montclair Republican Club has thrown its support behind “non-politician Hirsh Singh.” He’s challenging Sen. Cory Booker in New Jersey.
Montclair students painted a mural decrying gun violence. Local Republicans are planning their own, pro-2nd Amendment artwork in response.
Freeholder President Brendan Gill is a lifelong Essex County resident. He chairs the Montclair Democratic Party.
“Jews know something about the immigrant experience,” a rabbi in Essex County says.
New Jersey employers are banned from asking applicants how much money their previous jobs paid them.
At first glance, it looks like there’s been a drop in sexual harassment… until you break it down by race, a MSU researcher said.
Famed astronaut Buzz Aldrin had an “excellent” meeting with President Donald Trump. “Keep America great in space,” he tweeted afterward.
Rep. Mikie Sherrill’s legislation would help New Jersey homeowners get around a $10,000 limit on state and local tax (SALT) deductions.
“We will not be silent as the affected individuals are being stripped of their human rights and dignity.”
Nearly 7,500 immigrants will earn their citizenship over the 2019 Independence Day holiday. Can you pass the same exam they took?
A community town hall will take place in support of the Green New Deal in Montclair, NJ on June 13, 2019.
Essex County will elect a replacement for Lebby Jones, an at-large freeholder who passed away earlier this year.
What is “community energy aggregation” and how will it affect Montclair residents?
Signs at the Montclair and Maplewood rallies included “Keep Abortion Legal” and “ERA Yes.”
Rallies in support of women’s health care rights are planned for Montclair and Maplewood on Tuesday, May 21.
Patch reviews last week’s top stories in Montclair and Essex County.
Here’s who to call if you have questions about street improvement work in Montclair.
These children of immigrants in New Jersey know exactly what to get their moms this holiday: a driver’s license.