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By JOSHUA LASHLEY
April 18, 2025
BLOOMFIELD, NJ--Momentum swings occur quite often in the great sport of volleyball-that’s why it’s important to have leaders on the court who can keep their teammates somewhat calm during anxious situations. The Bloomfield High School boys volleyball program has a trio of senior captains-Desmond ...
The Township of Bloomfield is looking for vendors and sponsors who are looking to be a part of the 5th Annual Bloomfield Juneteenth Celebration. The event takes place on Saturday, 6/14 from 12 noon to 7 p.m. In Bloomfield Center (Glenwood Ave and Washington Street). This is a great opportunity to ...
On Monday, April 14th, the Essex County Sheriff’s Office was alerted by a New Jersey Senior Parole Officer that a male parolee—known to be involved in past vehicle burglaries in Brookdale Park—was in the area, tracked via his ankle monitor.Shortly after, officers tracked the parolee to the Cedar ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ – The Township of Bloomfield is thrilled to announce the completion of a new initiative by the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Department, aimed at enhancing several municipal parks just ahead of Earth Day 2025. This project includes the addition of 30 new trees, 21 park ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - The Montclair Board of Education has unanimously appointed Ruth B. Turner as the new superintendent of Montclair Public Schools, effective July 1, 2025. Turner, selected from a pool of 48 candidates, brings over two decades of experience in urban education and a steadfast commitment ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- Although the season is in its early stages, the Bengals softball team has shown some bright spots with two consecutive victories.Bloomfield senior Madison Simone threw a perfect game last week against Belleville in a 10-0 Bengal win. In addition to the gem she pitched, Simone ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- The Township of Bloomfield is holding a State of the Township Address delivered by Mayor Jenny Mundell. All are invited to join as Bloomfield reflects on their achievements, discusses ongoing initiatives, and outlines the exciting vision for Bloomfield's future.The address will ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY - It's Palm Sunday and the beginning of Holy Week. I thought I would share a reflection I wrote a few years back about the significance of Palm Sunday.Make Your Life Count: Take Time This Palm Sunday: Pastor Pat SharkeyIntroduction: A student graduated from graduate school ...
April marks National Donate Life Month, a time to pay tribute to those who have selflessly donated organs and to raise awareness about the critical need for organ donation.In New Jersey alone, almost 4,000 individuals are currently waiting for life-saving organ transplants.Together, we can create a ...
PROSPECT PARK, NJ - More information is coming out about Anand Shah, the councilman who was arrested for racketeering on April 9. According to the Attorney General, Shah “was identified as allegedly managing illegal poker games and an online sportsbook in association with the Lucchese Crime ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ–Anthony DeZenzo went from Chief of the Parsippany Police Force to leading Bloomfield as the Town Administrator. DeZenzo spent the bulk of his career following in his father’s footsteps and working in the Parsippany Police Department. After 34 years in the force, DeZenzo retired, but ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – On Friday, April 4, the New Jersey gubernatorial candidates answered questions at the annual Meet the Mayors event – which became more of a Meet the Gubernatorial Candidates – at the Wilshire Grand Hotel.Candidates who attended the event included (in the order that they were ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ - On April 8, the Bloomfield Planning Board unanimously adopted the Township’s 2025 Master Plan, capping a two-year public process to update the strategic vision for Bloomfield’s growth and development.Developed through extensive community engagement—including public sessions, ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ--The Township of Bloomfield is once again coming together for a town-wide cleanup on Saturday, April 26, from 8:00–12:00 PM Noon, in collaboration with local schools, community groups, and residents, and made possible with support from the Bloomfield Police Department and Public ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Bloomfield College of Montclair State University's undergraduate program in Game Design has been ranked one of the Top 50 in The Princeton Review's "Top 50 Undergrad Schools for Game Design for 2025."Bloomfield College was ranked No. 2 in New Jersey, No.13 on the Northeast regional ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- The Township of Bloomfield proudly announces that the Bloomfield Fire Department has received the prestigious Gold Award from Lexipol in 2024 for excellence in policy management and training. This recognition comes through the Lexipol Connect program, which evaluates departments on ...
TRENTON, NJ — New Jerseyans soon might have an incentive to forget about their plastic reusable shopping totes, as some lawmakers are pushing for a return to paper bags in grocery stores.The state in 2022 banned paper and single-use plastic bags at large retailers in a step to combat climate ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- NW Financial Group, LLC, a prominent municipal financial advisory firm based in Bloomfield, NJ, served as the lead Financial Advisor on a $950 million bond transaction for the New York City Municipal Water Finance Authority (NYW) in February. The Water and Sewer System Second ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- On Thursday, April 17th, Mayor Jenny Mundell will be holding an information session regarding Municipal Budgeting.This is perfect for anyone who is curious about how the Bloomfield Township budget is created and managed and how your tax dollars are put to work.Residents can submit ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- The Bloomfield Police Department has begun the “Take a Walk With B.P.D." initiative for 2025. Starting on Tuesday, 4/1, Bloomfield Police Officers along with school staff met up with students for a shared walk to school. Carteret School was the first to hold the event.
On Thursday, March 27, the Essex County Board of County Commissioners held its annual Women’s History Month celebration at the Montclair Women’s Club. The event honored the legacy of women's rights and achievements, recognizing women leaders from Essex County for their contributions. This year’s ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - More than 500 sacred relics from the life of Jesus Christ, the Holy Family, and hundreds of saints, martyrs, and blesseds will be on display in Montclair this spring during a rare and spiritually enriching exhibit at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Oratory. The exhibit, open to the public ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ--While Women’s History Month is coming to an end, Bloomfield’s Township Council made sure to recognize the achievements women of all backgrounds have made throughout history; whether it be serving in the United States military, leading the nation’s most prominent social change ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- At approximately 1245 this afternoon, the Bloomfield Fire Department responded to a reported house fire at 217 Watsessing Avenue. Photos of the incident show heavy fire on the second floor rear of the building. According to reports, there were no firefighter or civilian ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- On Monday, March 31st, Mayor Jenny Mundell will be holding an information session regarding the status of Essex County Schools of Technology - Bloomfield Tech Campus property. The property, located at 209 Franklin Street, has been a topic of discussion at past meetings and on ...
NEWARK - The Newark Board of Education has approved up to $2.8 million for catering and takeout of continental breakfasts, lunches, dinners and afternoon refreshments over the past two years.District catering – ranging from Latino cuisine, assorted baked goods, pizza, buttermilk pancakes, soul and ...
NEWARK, NJ — CivicsNJ, a new, non-partisan coalition that describes itself as an organization “dedicated to advancing civic learning and engagement” launched earlier this month at a ceremony in Newark.“The purpose of CivicsNJ is to share information, connect teachers and other service leaders to ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ--Salvatore Gonclaves has been a part of the Bloomfield School District for over 40 years and has been at the head of the district since 2013.After a long teaching career and gaining experience as a principal in the Bloomfield School District, Gonclaves stepped into the role of ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - A Montclair resident’s vehicle was stolen in broad daylight on Bloomfield Avenue after the driver left it running while entering a nearby store.The victim reported parking his 2015 Acura MDX in front of the Exxon Gas Station. According to Lt. Terrence Turner of the Montclair Police ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-During Monday, March 24th's Bloomfield Council Meeting, Mayor Mundell and the township council introduced a proclamation recognizing Transgender Day of Visibility, to be celebrated on Monday, March 31st. Following the reading of the proclamation, Mary Valentine of Bloomfield Pride ...