Around South Orange: Parking Wars + School Finances + ICE Detainee Released

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Get caught up with some of this week’s top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article). Want more local news? Sign up for free Patch email newsletters.

Government/Politics:

ICE Seized NJ Father While He Was Buying Diapers. They Just Set Him Free

These Weird-Looking Tubes Catch NJ Parking Violators–And They’re Popping Up Everywhere

Mejia, Hathaway Visit Essex County As They Battle For NJ-11 Congress Seat

State Auditors Take Deep Dive Into Essex County School District’s Spending

Judge Tosses Lawsuit After Palestine, Israel Supporters Clash In Essex County

Meeting About Parking Draws Vocal Crowd In Essex County Town

Late NJ Lawmaker’s Love Of Soccer Remembered At Essex County Field Dedication

Other news in Essex County and New Jersey:

Essex County Store Sells $1.7M Lottery Ticket: See The Lucky Numbers

Demolition Begins At Ex-Restaurant Site In Essex County, Apartment Building Proposed

‘Deteriorating’ Pond In NJ Town Is Being Restored: Here’s The Plan

Popular Parade Will Celebrate Italian Heritage, Culture In North Jersey

NJ Anti-Bullying Guru Will Attempt World Record On Eve Of Cancer Surgery

More Foster Parents Needed In New Jersey: ‘Be Part Of A Larger Village’

Want even MORE local news?

See crime and public safety coverage for the week here >> Essex County 911: Teen Slain + School Bus Crash + Shot In Wheelchair

Check out some stories that will make you smile here >> Good News In Essex County: Football + New Lungs + Trash Boat

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