The annual celebration includes spooky-fun activities, delicious candy and “Halloween spirit” for local families.
Get ready to “Strutt Your Mutt” at an upcoming costume contest in Essex County.
Here’s what weather forecasters are predicting for Newark this weekend.
Newark City Hall will be closed in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Here are some other things to know for the holiday.
Mayor: “Newark is prouder than ever of our Hispanic community and the way it has infused vibrancy into every aspect of our city life.”
PLUS: Here are some pumpkin-carving tips if you're celebrating Halloween in Newark this year.
The free, annual celebration is held in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. See event details for 2025.
The good news? Fans of autumn can rejoice – the fall is finally here. The bad news? You might need an umbrella, forecasters say.
There are plenty of places to pick your own apples in New Jersey this autumn. Check out our latest list here.
Police, fire and other uniformed emergency services will be unaffected for the holiday.
Catch up with some of the year's top labor, union and workplace stories from Essex County, New Jersey.
Here’s where to catch some fireworks and Independence Day events near Newark.
A fireworks show and concert on Tuesday night has been postponed due to the weather forecast. Here’s when the next show will take place.
A public celebration will take place at Harriet Tubman Square. Here are some other things to know for the Juneteenth holiday.
The county’s annual SummerMusic Concert Series will take place from June 24 to Aug. 23. Here’s the schedule of events for 2025.
Essex County officials held a solemn ceremony to commemorate Memorial Day and honor fallen U.S. soldiers.
Newark City Hall will be closed on Memorial Day. See other local changes here.
Here’s how to make some “egg-ceptional” hard-boiled eggs for Easter. Also, check out the local weather forecast for Newark.
Non-emergency city services will be suspended in Newark for the holiday, officials said.
New Jersey has one of the largest percentages of Muslim residents in the nation. Here’s a quick explainer about Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr.
Here’s what to know about garbage pickup, municipal court services and more in Newark on Feb. 12.
There are hundreds of Muslim inmates at the county-run prison. A nonprofit wants to make sure they have religious clothing ahead of Ramadan.
Newark City Hall will be closed on Jan. 20 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here’s what to know about courts, trash/recycling and more.
New Jersey’s oldest and “most iconic” Irish-American parade has a rich history that dates back to 1936.
Community members gathered to deliver presents to pediatric patients at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center.
A menorah lighting celebration took place for Hanukkah 2024 on the steps of City Hall in Newark.
Ring in the new year in style with these events in the Newark area.
Here are some changes to be aware of for the holiday, Newark officials said.
The Essex County Sheriff’s Office delivered more than 3,500 toys and hundreds of coats to people in need this year.
Some of the children are battling serious illnesses and have never ridden on a plane.
The New Jersey Poison Control Center offers safety tips for the holidays.
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to share local children's letters to Santa this holiday season.
The annual “Shop with a Hero” campaign pairs children with police, firefighters, doctors, nurses, EMTs, educators and community leaders.
Need a holiday gift that sparkles? This Youth Entrepreneurial Spirit event at GlassRoots may have the item you’re shopping for.
This year’s effort delivered gifts and smiles to 100 families in the Brick City.
There’s a good reason why twinkling holiday lights and colorful displays make us feel good, according to mental health experts.
We’ve partnered with T-Mobile to share local children's letters to Santa this holiday season.
A pair of family-friendly tree lighting events will take place in Newark this December.
Visits and pictures with Santa Claus are treasured traditions for many Newark families.
Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.