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LOCAL NEWS
People can learn about changes to N.J. FamilyCare/Medicaid Sep. 30
September 24, 2026
From New Jersey Citizen Action.
Seniors can receive assistance filing property tax relief applications Oct. 1
September 24, 2026
From Glen Ridge Borough.
New Jersey Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell under investigation, reports say
September 24, 2026
From CBS News.
“Uncorked and Uncapped” fundraiser benefitting Arc of Essex County planned Oct. 1
September 24, 2026
From The Arc of Essex County.
“Isaiah House Family Color Run” planned Oct. 3
September 24, 2026
From Isaiah House.
Essex County Environmental Center plans nature photography class Oct. 3
September 24, 2026
From Essex County Environmental Center.
FOOD PANTRIES OPEN THIS WEEK
Food pantries in East Essex County: Nov. 8-Nov. 14
November 7, 2025
Here are food distributions happening in East Essex County this week.
REGIONAL NEWS
People can learn about changes to N.J. FamilyCare/Medicaid Sep. 30
September 24, 2026
From New Jersey Citizen Action.
New Jersey Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell under investigation, reports say
September 24, 2026
From CBS News.
Elected officials across N.J. will participate in webinar discussing road policy Sep. 30
September 23, 2026
From New Jersey Bike and Walk Coalition.
NJ Tree Foundation seeks volunteers to support tree planting
September 23, 2026
From NJ Tree Foundation.
LEARN ABOUT LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Illustration of the U.S. House chamber with lawmakers talking in small groups with a dashed, empty human silhouette on the floor showing a vacancy.
How New Jersey fills congressional vacancies
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January 27, 2026
Here is the process for filling vacancies in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives in New Jersey.
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
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December 11, 2025
Learn about the rules, timelines, and requirements for removing elected officials from office before their terms ends in New Jersey.
FIND LOCAL AID AND RESOURCES
People can learn about changes to N.J. FamilyCare/Medicaid Sep. 30
September 24, 2026
From New Jersey Citizen Action.
Seniors can receive assistance filing property tax relief applications Oct. 1
September 24, 2026
From Glen Ridge Borough.
“Period Party: A Menstruation Celebration” planned with Montclair library Oct. 3
September 24, 2026
From Montclair Public Library.
Essex County residents can recycle hazardous waste Oct. 3
September 24, 2026
From Essex County.
Teen Health Fair planned at Irvington library Sep. 25
September 23, 2026
From Irvington Public Library.
Bloomfield homeowners can learn about the Home Improvement Program Sep. 30
September 23, 2026
From Bloomfield Township.

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