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ABOUT THE JERSEY BEE
Public service news and information for East Essex County
The Jersey Bee is a nonprofit, local news organization that works with the people we serve to produce news that meets info needs, inspires civic participation, and improves the quality of life in our community.
LATEST NEWS
Family Connections plans “A Toast to Hope” fundraising event May 8
From Family Connections-NJ4S Essex.
Glen Ridge library to a free host college essay writing workshop May 8
From Glen Ridge Public Library.
Newark library plans “Magic Encounters: The Grand Mural” May 4
From Newark Public Library.
Berkeley Elementary School HSA to host “Designer Bag Bingo” May 17
From Berkeley Elementary School Home and School Association.
N.J. voters can selected “uncommitted” on the Jun. 4 primary election ballot
From NorthJersey.com.
All Newark library branches will be closed on May 3
From Newark Public Library.
Orange residents can register online for a 2024 pool membership
From City of Orange Township Parks and Recreation.
LATEST REPORTING
How Essex County falls short on food access (and how you can help)
At least one in five Essex County households face food insecurity. Here’s what The Jersey Bee knows about food access in our community and how you can help us report on it.
Who is running for New Jersey senate and assembly in the 27th legislative district
New Jersey’s 27th District includes Livingston, Millburn, Montclair, Roseland and West Orange in Essex County and Clifton in Passaic County. Here’s what we heard from its candidates for state senate and assembly in the 2023 election.
Who is running for New Jersey senate and assembly in the 29th legislative district
New Jersey’s 29th District includes Newark in Essex County and East Newark and Harrison in Hudson County. Here’s what we heard from its candidates for state senate and assembly in the 2023 election.
Who is running for New Jersey senate and assembly in the 28th legislative district
New Jersey’s 28th District includes Newark, Irvington, Maplewood, and South Orange. Here’s what we heard from its candidates for state senate and assembly in the 2023 election.