Newark's first elected Muslim representative said the events celebrated the Muslim community's deep roots in the city.
“Escalating threats and armed conflict risk destroying international relations and plunging the world into incalculable suffering.”
Tenants at a high-rise building in Newark claim that they’re living with brown-colored water, mold, leaks and serious security concerns.
The 15-year-old was last seen in Essex County in October 2025, authorities said.
The 15-year-old girl has run away from home in the past. She was carrying a large duffel bag when last seen, authorities said.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill followed through on a campaign promise to immediately tackle the rising cost of electricity.
A police officer shot two suspects in Newark. No officers were wounded, authorities said.
No police officers were wounded, authorities said.
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Funding Will Strengthen Family Success Initiatives Across New Jersey
Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.
A leading cause of maternal mortality goes down when the minimum wage for workers goes up, these New Jersey researchers say.
When Sherrill takes her oath of office as the 57th governor of New Jersey, she will do so in the state’s largest city.
Newark City Hall will be closed and all non-emergency municipal services will be suspended on Jan. 19 for the holiday.
Big ideas, innovation and teamwork took center stage as Newark Public Schools hosted its annual districtwide robotics competition.
The 1.5-mile waterway flows beneath Newark Airport and the New Jersey Turnpike before emptying into Newark Bay.
Avion Benjamin will take the reins in Essex County from Sheila Venable, who is retiring after two decades on the bench.
Zimmer, a Republican who has deep ties to Essex County, also championed fiscal responsibility and government transparency.
Essex County has issued a “Code Blue” alert through Jan. 22. See the weekend weather forecast for Newark.
New Jersey Poison Control Center experts warn that too much of the drug can be toxic.
The U.S. Coast Guard has released a long-awaited report into a cargo ship fire that killed two firefighters in New Jersey.
There are four big reasons why the cost of renting a home is so expensive, a study says – here’s what they are.
A store in Essex County sold a lottery scratch-off ticket worth $600,000, officials say.
Some commuters taking NJ Transit or Amtrak to and from Newark Airport may need to pencil in extra travel time – here’s why.
Visitors say they're being left outside to bake in the summer and freeze in the winter. Now, they at least have a place to use the bathroom.
More than 200 social justice organizations are endorsing a “Martin Luther King March Of Resistance” that will take place in New Jersey.
“Demolition of a landmarked structure is intended to be rare and permitted only when specific criteria are met.”
Police are asking for help finding a man who has been missing for nearly a month in Essex County.
Women also will have access to free HIV, STI screening and free pregnancy screening, family planning counseling and PrEP services.
Sener Kalkan complied with all immigration requirements and check-ins, advocates say – and was taken into ICE custody anyway.
In recognition of Cervical Health Awareness Month, free Pap smear screenings for women aged 21 to 29 are being offered throughout January as
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints delivers a truckload of food to Catholic Charities in Newark as part of America250.
A Rutgers Health expert emphasizes the importance of early detection
Police asked for the public's help finding a missing girl in North Jersey. She has been found unharmed.
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
A few proactive steps can make all the difference during heating season.
A New Jersey woman says she took time off work to have surgery – and has faced retaliation after returning to the job.
Gary Noll, a deaf advocate for accessibility in New Jersey and New York, lays out his case for live captioning at a popular sports venue.
10,000+ fewer blood donations, a 40% drop in recent weeks, leaves less than a two-day supply across the region