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Patch reviews this week’s top stories in Essex County (click headline to read article).

Ex-Roche Site Continues Rebirth; Med School Preps For 1st Class

Belleville Mayoral Candidate: PVSC 'Rebates' Are Really A Scam

Lead Paint In Homes Is Still Endangering Newark Kids, Group Says

NJ Catholic Archdiocese Gives Up Legal Battle Over Tombstones

Maplewood Restaurant Shooting: Address, Victim ID Released

Man Dies After Struck By 3 Cars On Garden State Parkway

Bow Ties For Dogs: Essex County Boy's Booming Business Warms Hearts

Letter Alleging Sex Assaults At Short Hills School 'Not Credible'

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