Battling a drug or alcohol addiction isn’t easy. But through hard work and fortitude, these Essex County residents are raising the bar.
An annual fundraising campaign helps Newark students to attend a Historically Black College or University.
Looking for a fantastic place to have a picnic? A popular park in Newark might be exactly what you’re seeking, a new poll says.
Newark native Steven McCoy is finding a renewed sense of purpose through his work – and the world is a better place for it.
This year’s youth academy saw record participation from young women, Port Authority officials said.
Proven workforce development initiative EMS Corps provides young people in Greater Newark with a five-month paid stipend, EMT job training
VIDEO: Andrew Masi is on a mission to photograph every cathedral in the nation, including a "majestic" house of worship in New Jersey.
Essex County is planning a $9.3 million series of upgrades at the course. Here’s what is in store.
The world is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County, New Jersey.
A statue of Daniel Salvante was unveiled at Branch Brook Park, honoring his record-setting tenure on the job.
The Newark Anti-Violence Coalition (NAVC) recently celebrated its 15th year founding anniversary.
The free community refrigerators are located in the Newark area, which includes large patches of “food deserts.”
An assistant professor at Rutgers School of Health Professions creates initiative to help people on the spectrum to develop essential skills
Muhammad has brought some serious hometown pride to New Jersey’s largest city over the years – both on and off the gridiron.
Looking for a good book to read this summer in Newark? Here are some can’t-miss suggestions for toddlers to teens.
Whoopi Goldberg Headlines BRICK Education Network’s “The Collective: Together We Thrive” at NJPAC
Marion P. Thomas Charter School's 'Parent University' engages hundreds of families with a range of workshops, ESL classes, and events.
The Essex County Board of County Commissioners held its second annual LGBTQ+ Pride Month celebration this week.
Organizers are collecting new, unused bathing suits and goggles to benefit swimming programs in low-income areas.
Patch and T-Mobile are teaming up to put a spotlight on some outstanding local students. Meet one from Newark.
The Bilal Beasley Community Center has a classroom, police substation, conference room, office space and a kitchen area.
When are recreation centers and pools open for the summer in Newark? And where are they located? Find out here.
Famed actor Whoopi Goldberg will be will headlining “The Collective: Together We Thrive,” an upcoming fundraiser at the NJPAC.
It’s an iconic image of summer in the city: kids frolicking in the cool spray of an open fire hydrant.
The walking path around Weequahic Lake in Newark is the longest resilient-surfaced track in the world, Essex County officials say.
Several NJ/NY Gotham FC soccer players paid a visit to RWJBarnabas Health hospitals throughout New Jersey.
PSE&G is celebrating Matt Dortch and his family ahead of Father’s Day. They recently experienced a life-changing fire.
It has been a century filled with love, laughter and wisdom for Bertha Miller of Newark, who also taught for many years in New Jersey.
“Our annual Pride Month flag raising ceremony is another opportunity to celebrate inclusion at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center.”
Impact100 Essex recently awarded a $100,000 grant to Newark Emergency Services for Families.
New Jersey officials say it’s finally time to remove both birds from the state’s list of endangered species.
Newark High School History Teacher: "Once our youth understand the facts of non-racist history, two things will occur."
People who come across someone in need can send a text to this hotline – and help will soon be on the way, officials say.
There’s a new police precinct in Newark, and it will help support the city’s burgeoning arts community, officials say.
Clinton Hill Community Action will present “Seniors Day Out: Cookout and Game Day” on June 1.
The Community FoodBank of New Jersey will use the funds to battle hunger in the Garden State.