TOP LOCAL News
By BRETT HAWN
September 26, 2024
WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden signed an executive order Thursday at The White House that targets gun violence, creates government task forces focused on increasing threats of gun violence, and improves active shooter drills in schools.For Nancy Kislin, a licensed clinical social worker, ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- Once again, the Bloomfield, NJ, community has come together to help someone in need.In this case, a youngster, Matteo Campoverde has been battling leukemia. Matteo is now a third grade student at the Demarest School, according to Mike Sullivan, the school principal.Matteo was in ...
As the final seconds ticked off on the scoreboard at Schools Stadium, in Newark, a number of Bloomfield High football players were happy to celebrate the team's first win, on Sept. 20, but some also noted that the team needed to cut back on turnovers, if the rest of the season can meet the team's ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ— October is a busy month for The Bloomfield Public Library. The library will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024 in observance of Columbus Day. Their regular hours are: Monday through Wednesday from 10am - 8pm, Thursday and Friday from 10am - 5pm, and Saturday’s from 9am - ...
The Bloomfield High football team won its first game of the 2024 season, defeating Barringer, 6-0, on Sept. 20، at Schools Stadium, in Newark.The Bengals (1-3) are back in action on Sept. 26, when it travels to Lincoln High, in Jersey City, for a 7 PM game.TAPInto Bloomfield will have much more on ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ— If you were planning on washing your car on a sunny Saturday, head over to Oakview School between 10 a.m and 1 p.m. to clean your ride and help out the Oakview Class of 2025. The cost is $10 per car and only cash is accepted. Oakview School is located at 150 Garrabrant Avenue in ...
Despite a 1-3-1 early season record, the Bloomfield High boys' soccer team has played well.Head coach Michael Aiello's team lost a tough 4-3 contest to undefeated West Essex, in overtime, on Sept. 18, in Bloomfield.The Bengals are back in action on Sept. 20, when it plays host to Livingston, in a 4 ...
Bloomfield, NJ – Bloomfield Township is proud to announce that it has once again achieved Bronze Level Certification from Sustainable Jersey, marking the fifth time the township has received this prestigious designation since 2009. With this certification, Bloomfield maintains its Bronze Level ...
TRENTON, NJ — Black bears are on the move in New Jersey, looking for food in preparation for the winter denning season.The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Fish and Wildlife is asking the public to secure their trash and food sources, to reduce the potential for ...
The Bloomfield High girls' volleyball team has opened its 2024 season, with some close matches.Head coach Louis Stevens' team was 1-3 in the early going, with a win over Cedar Grove, 2-0, on Sept. 12. The Bengals lost its season opener to West Orange, 2-0, on Sept. 5 and also were defeated by ...
The Bloomfield High cross country team has a large turnout of runners heading into the 2024 season.Head coach Chris Romano's team opened the Super Essex Conference (SEC) season on Sept. 17. On Sept. 21, the team runs at the Garrett Invitational, in West Paterson, at 11:45 a.m. On Sept. 24, a second ...
Bloomfield enters the fourth week of the 2024 season seeking its first victory. And while the Bengals are 0-3 in the early going, head coach Mike Carter's team has been giving a good effort.The Bengals will take on Barringer, at Newark Schools Stadium, on Sept. 20, in a 7 p.m. kickoff. The team ...
FREEHOLD, NJ— I. Arenas, a 48-year-old man from Bloomfield, has been arrested and charged with attempting to engage in a sexual encounter with an underage boy. He faces multiple charges, including second-degree luring and attempted sexual assault of a minor, as well as attempted endangering the ...
It's been a good start for the Bloomfield High girls' soccer program, in 2024.Head coach Jon Aliaga's team won its second game of the season on Sept. 17, defeating Belleville, 6-0, on Sept. 17, in a Super Essex Conference Colonial Division contest, in Bloomfield.The Bengals improved to 2-2 on the ...
Auditions:Sunday, October 27th, 7:00 pm-9:00 pmMonday, October 28th, 7:00 pm-9:00 pmThe production will be directed and produced by Craig Tiede, with production assistance from Meg Murray. Anyone with questions about auditions, the show, or the production is encouraged to ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ— the Bloomfield Police Department has issued a warning regarding a juvenile who was last seen at Watsessing Park in Bloomfield. if anyone has information regarding 11 year old Avah, please reach out the the BPD immediately The following is from the Bloomfield Police Department ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - A Glen Ridge man has been arrested and charged with a number of crimes following an investigation by the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Insurance Fraud Unit.According to Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez, Prince Narang, 37, is charged with Theft by Deception and two ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ— The Bloomfield Fire Department is currently operating on the scene of 619 Bloomfield Avenue in Bloomfield for a structure fire. The call came in just past 1230 p.m. In addition to Bloomfield, Belleville and Nutley also supplied mutual aid on the fire scene. 619 Bloomfield Avenue is ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ— With the influx of online orders being delivered to doorsteps all across Bloomfield, the number of package theft cases is increasing as well. In the past week, the Bloomfield Police Department investigated four instances of packages being delivered and subsequently stolen from ...
NEWARK, NJ - Culture and faith continue to be among the most important core values in the Hispanic community. Nearly 1,000 Spanish-speaking Catholics will celebrate their culture and faith during the Archdiocese of Newark’s annual Hispanic Heritage Mass on Friday, September 20, at 8 p.m. in ...
Thirty four years after his final high school game at beloved Foley Field, Jermain Johnson returned, officially, to his old stomping grounds, this past Sept. 12. And during the pre-game warm ups, he admitted to being a little overwhelmed."No doubt, this is different," said Johnson, as his Mounties ...
Never one to see the glass as half empty, Bloomfield High football coach Mike Carter spoke to his team with enthusiasm, following a 48-14 setback to arch rival Montclair, on Sept. 12, at Foley Field, in a Super Football Conference, Freedom Red matchup. Bloomfield fell to 0-3 with the setback. The ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ – The Bloomfield Center Alliance (BCA) invites the community to Restaurant Week 2024, a vibrant celebration of local dining set to take place from Sunday September 15th to Saturday September 21st. A week-long event designed to spotlight the rich and diverse culinary landscape of ...
Montclair took control early and went on to stop Bloomfield, 48-14, on Sept. 12, at Foley Field.Montclair improved to 1-2 on the season while Bloomfield fell to 0-3. The Bengals are back in action on Sept. 20, when it visits Barringer High, at Newark Schools Stadium, starting at 7 p.m.Jermain ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ--On Aug. 31, the girls soccer program hosted its annual Styrofoam cup game in honor of the late former BHS players, Anatalia Peña and Christina Lembo.The Bloomfield High girls' soccer program is off to a good start in the 2024 season.Head coach Jon Aliaga's team lost a tough 3-2 ...
A busy early season schedule has produced some good results for the Bloomfield High girls' tennis team.Head coach Mike DiMasi's team was 2-2, through matches of Sept. 9, with 5-0 wins versus Belleville and East Orange Campus. The Bengals also dropped matches to West Orange, 5-0, and Cedar Grove, ...
Bloomfield, NJ- After a scary lockdown at Bloomfield High School on Wednesday morning, many questions and concerns were raised by students, parents and residents.The Bloomfield Police Department responded and swept the school looking for a reported two intruders on the premises. Both suspects were ...
The Rutgers Scarlet Knights football team celebrated a strong start to their season with a 49-17 win over Akron University on September 7th, during which 4-year-old Justin Corino, a Bloomfield resident battling leukemia , was honored as the Shining Knight of The Game. This initiative, a ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ— Many concerned Bloomfield parents flocked to social media on Tuesday morning after being contacted by their Bloomfield High School student child regarding a lockdown. Information was spotty but there seemed to be a consensus regarding one or more unauthorized people roaming the ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ--Bloomfield has received an 80% grant reimbursement of $3.2 million for the Lion Gate Park project, which it initially funded. The remaining 20%, or $800,000, will be disbursed upon project completion. Mayor Ted Gamble emphasized the park's role in environmental sustainability and ...