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Saturday, February 9, 2013

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Friday, February 8, 2013

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Capturing the Blizzard in the Caldwells—Add Your Photos Here

Patch took three "Reader Requests" before heading out to shoot pictures of a winter storm Friday afternoon. See them and share your photos and videos here.

Essex County Declares State of Emergency, PSE&G Poised to Respond

No significant power outages have been reported as of noon Friday, but storm expected to last into early morning Saturday.

No significant power outages have been reported in Essex County a few hours into Friday's Winter Storm, but PSE&G is ready to respond to what could be widespread outages throughout its service area, the utility said in advance of the Nor'easter. Contractors, including tree crews, are poised and ready and additional supplies, such as poles, transformer and other equipment, are on hand, PSE&G said. The Nor’easter could dump more than a foot of snow and bring heavy winds to Essex County, where widespread, long-term outages caused by Superstorm Sandy are still fresh on many residents’ minds. Essex County has declared a state of emergency, according to the county’s Office of Emergency Management. No parking will be allowed on country roads …

Alice Hastings

5:53 pm on Sunday, February 10, 2013

We were so very grateful that the power remained on.   more ›

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Winter Storm: What You Need to Know in the Caldwells

A running list of cancellations, postponements and more. Plus, important snow removal rules to remember.

More than a foot of snow is projected to dump on the Caldwells before this winter storm is through, according to the National Weather Service. There have been a number of events cancelled and postponed due to the inclement weather. Here's a running list of what we know. Plus, reminders about town ordinances on snow removal and parking restrictions. Cancellations/Postponements/Closings — Caldwell College will be closed on Saturday. All classes are cancelled.  — The Caldwell Public Library will close at 1 p.m. on Friday., reopening Saturday at 10 a.m. — Coaches vs. Cancer and James Caldwell High School girls and boys basketball games scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 9 have been postponed to Saturday, Feb. 16.  —All West Caldwell Recreation and …

Alice Hastings

9:47 pm on Friday, February 8, 2013

Why the hysteria ? So sad this country is becoming so soft.   more ›

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