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Payne Tribute: Chris James
Chris James issued the following statement on the death of Donald Payne, Jr.:. ”I have known Donald M. Payne, Jr. my entire life and it is with the heaviest heart that I offer this statement on his passing. “Long before he held any public office Congressman Payne was simply ‘Chop’...
Payne Tribute: New Jersey League of Municipalities
New Jersey State League of Municipalities President Bill Chegwidden, Mayor of Wharton, and League Executive Director Michael F. Cerra issued the following statement on the death of Rep. Donald Payne, Jr.:. “We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Congressman Donald Payne, Jr. His service to the city...
Payne Tribute: Craig Coughlin
Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin issued the following statement on the death of Rep. Donald M. Payne, Jr.:. “I am saddened to hear of the passing of Rep. Donald Payne, Jr. Tish and I extend our condolences to the Payne family, who have given so much to our state. Representative Payne carried on his family’s legacy of leadership with distinguished service in Newark and Essex County before his election to Congress. We are grateful for that service and hope his loved ones can find comfort in this difficult time.”
Rep. Donald Payne Jr., Hospitalized After Heart Attack, Has Died at 65
Congressman Donald M. Payne Jr. has died, nearly three weeks after he had a heart attack that left him hospitalized in a coma at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. He was 65. The six-term Democrat and Newark native has represented the 10th Congressional District, which covers parts of Essex, Hudson, and Union counties, since 2012, succeeding his late father, Donald Payne Sr. Mourners are remembering him as a fighter and a friend to working families, and someone who, as Newark Mayor Ras Baraka said, had a love for his hometown that was part of his DNA.
Payne Tribute: Teresa Ruiz
Senate Majority Leader Teresa Ruiz issued the following statement on the death of Rep. Donald M. Payne, Jr.:. “Donald Payne Jr.’s passing leaves a profound void not only in our district but across the state and nation. He was not just a colleague; he was a cherished friend and brother. His departure leaves behind a impactful and enduring legacy. Donald’s journey from the outset of his political career as President of the South Ward Young Democrats, Essex County Freeholder-At-Large, At-Large Councilman, and ultimately Council President for the City of Newark, to a six-term Congressman, speaks volumes about his unwavering commitment to his community. He remained deeply rooted in Essex County, always connected and dedicated to the people he served.
Greater Newark Tournament Baseball Seeds Announced
ESSEX COUNTY, NJ -- Livingston has been awarded the No. 1 seed in the 91st Greater Newark Tournament. The tournament gets under way with preliminary round games on May 1. The championship game is scheduled for Verona on Saturday, May 18.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The top eight seeds all get a bye into the round of 16. Following Livingston (7-2-1), the rest of the top eight seeds are: 2-Seton Hall Prep (10-2-1), 3-Columbia (7-3-1), 4-Montclair (7-5-1), 5-Millburn (4-7), 6-Caldwell (5-8), 7-West Essex (10-2) and 8-Nutley (1-8). There will be seven preliminary round games on...
DC ranked as 8th worst region for deadly hit-and-runs in America: Study
WASHINGTON (7News) — A new study is highlighting America’s worst regions for deadly hit-and-run crashes. There have already been a handful of fatal hit-and-runs in the D.C. area this year. Just this past weekend, a man died after a car hit him Sunday evening on Contee Road in...
Update: Weather alert issued for fire danger in 5 N.J. counties until Tuesday evening
An updated report from the National Weather Service was issued on Tuesday at 1:52 p.m. for fire danger until 8 p.m. for Passaic, Hudson, Bergen, Essex and Union counties. "The combination of low relative humidity between 25 and 30 percent, south winds 10 to 15 mph gusting over 20 mph, and drying fuels, will increase the potential for the spread of fires from through early this evening. People should exercise caution handling any potential ignition sources, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. Any fires that ignite in dry grasses and tree litter will have the potential to spread quickly," states the weather service.
See all homes sold in Essex County, April 15 to April 21
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Essex County reported from April 15 to April 21. There were 51 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,112-square-foot home on Fells Manor Road in Caldwell that sold for $562,000.
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