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See food pantry openings for today, tomorrow, and upcoming dates in East Essex County, New Jersey, including hours, eligibility, and more.

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How to recall elected officials in New Jersey
Learn about the rules, timelines, and requirements for removing elected officials from office before their terms ends in New Jersey.
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Cómo funciona el control de alquileres en Nueva Jersey
Más de un tercio de los hogares del estado alquilan sus viviendas, pero no existe un sistema estatal de control de alquileres. Aquí te explicamos cómo averiguar si estás protegido por las normas de control de alquileres en tu ciudad o pueblo de Nueva Jersey.
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How rent control works in New Jersey
More than one-third of the state’s households rent their homes, but there is no statewide system of rent control. Here’s how to find out if you’re protected by rent control rules in your New Jersey town or city.
Cómo protegerse de las estafas que fingen ser agencias de inmigración o abogados en Nueva Jersey
Correos electrónicos y mensajes fraudulentos prometen falsamente representación legal para obtener una “Green Card” o residencia permanente, entre otros servicios de inmigración, a cambio de una pequeña tarifa. Esto es lo que hay que saber.
FROM OUR BLOG
Statement on the ICE killing of Renee Good
As we look to Minneapolis and every people and place facing systemic violence – we must not forget that New Jersey is one of those places, too.
We’re hiring a Development Associate
The Jersey Bee is looking for someone with experience in fundraising, development, marketing, or communications to work with us as a part-time Development Associate for four months beginning February 2026.
LATEST NEWS
Mobile mammogram, cervical cancer screenings planned Jan. 28 in Newark
From Newark City.
Urban League of Essex County to offer free tax preparation services to eligible families
From Urban League of Essex County.
Eligible Essex County seniors can receive 250 gallons of free heating oil
From Essex County Division of Senior Services.
Essex County declares “Code Blue” through Jan. 31
From Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr..
University of Orange plans Latin American liberation theology series starting Jan. 26
From University of Orange.
Isaiah House seeks volunteers to help run its food pantry Mar. 10
From Isaiah House.
University of Orange hiring project manager, community organizer
From The HUUB.
Essex County Turtle Back Zoo job fair is Jan. 31
From Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr..
FOOD PANTRY OPENINGS
Food pantries in East Essex County: Nov. 8-Nov. 14
Here are food distributions happening in East Essex County this week.
LATEST REPORTING
An aerial view, hand-drawn watercolor and ink illustration of a suburban neighborhood centers on a large building labeled "CITY HALL." On the roof of the city hall is an oversized, round yellow button with the word "RECALL" in bold black letters. Surrounding the municipal building are streets, houses, trees, and small cars in sepia and green tones.
How to recall elected officials in New Jersey
Learn about the rules, timelines, and requirements for removing elected officials from office before their terms ends in New Jersey.
Ilustración de una lupa que resalta un edificio de apartamentos con una etiqueta de precio adjunta.
Cómo funciona el control de alquileres en Nueva Jersey
Más de un tercio de los hogares del estado alquilan sus viviendas, pero no existe un sistema estatal de control de alquileres. Aquí te explicamos cómo averiguar si estás protegido por las normas de control de alquileres en tu ciudad o pueblo de Nueva Jersey.
Illustration of a magnifying glass highlighting an apartment building with a price tag attached.
How rent control works in New Jersey
More than one-third of the state’s households rent their homes, but there is no statewide system of rent control. Here’s how to find out if you’re protected by rent control rules in your New Jersey town or city.
Cómo protegerse de las estafas que fingen ser agencias de inmigración o abogados en Nueva Jersey
Correos electrónicos y mensajes fraudulentos prometen falsamente representación legal para obtener una “Green Card” o residencia permanente, entre otros servicios de inmigración, a cambio de una pequeña tarifa. Esto es lo que hay que saber.
Imagen de dominio público del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos.
Cómo pueden protegerse los no ciudadanos cuando hablan con agentes de ICE en Nueva Jersey
Lo que se le dice (o no se le dice) a los agentes del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de los Estados Unidos (ICE, por sus siglás en inglés) podría protegerlo a usted y a su familia si ICE entra en su casa o lugar de trabajo.
Cómo prepararse para una comparecencia inicial ante el tribunal de inmigración en Nueva Jersey
Esto es lo que necesitas saber sobre las comparecencias ante el tribunal de inmigración y lo que sucede si no te presentas.
Cómo encontrar asistencia pública sin violar las reglas de carga pública en Nueva Jersey
La carga pública determina qué recursos públicos puede esperar un solicitante de visa o tarjeta verde en los Estados Unidos.
Review the voting and mayoral records of Democrats running for N.J. governor in 2025
N.J. voters said they wanted ways to understand the records of Democratic gubernatorial candidates. Here is what we’ve gathered.

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