Here's a look at the unofficial results in the local races, as reported by the Essex County Clerk's website as of Tuesday, ...

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.

Essex County residents elected two Democrats on Tuesday, keeping the county under firm Democratic control. The county ...

A Thanksgiving emergency food distribution event will be held at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21, at the Cherry Blossom Welcome ...

Early voting concluded in New Jersey on Nov. 3. However, Election Day is around the corner. On Tuesday, Nov. 5, Essex County ...

New Jersey elected Andy Kim its new U.S. Senator and all of its House of Representatives in Congress. Most towns in Essex County, as well as other counties, had Board of Education or municipal ...