Music Icon Connie Francis Dies At 87; Belleville, Newark Native Mourned

The music world is mourning the death of Connie Francis, who grew up in Essex County.

Belleville Man With Deep Ties To Town Dies At 63: Thomas Grolimond

Grolimond served as a town inspector, a school board trustee, a planning board member and chair of the Belleville Historic Commission.

Belleville Councilwoman Marie Strumolo-Burke Dies, Town Mourns: UPDATE

Belleville Mayor: “A trailblazer in many respects, it seems almost fitting that we bid her farewell on International Women's Day.”

Belleville Mourns For Ex-Mayor, Billy Escott: 'Unwavering Dedication'

“We need more Billy Escotts in the world.”

Wreaths Across America Will Honor Veterans In Belleville, Bloomfield

The Belleville Historical Society will hold the annual event at St. Peter's Church in Belleville and Glendale Cemetery in Bloomfield.

Funeral Procession Will Honor Nutley WWII Veteran Killed In Combat

Anthony Di Petta’s remains were recently recovered decades after he died in combat. A procession on Tuesday will honor his memory.

Family Mourns Nutley Woman, 83: Frances J. Klotz

Frances J. Klotz, 83, of Nutley, passed away on April 16.

Belleville Plans To Honor Late Athletic Booster With Street Naming

Danny Rafferty’s commitment to the kids of Belleville “will always live on,” the town’s recreation department stated.

Belleville Native Bill Pitman Dies At 102; NJ Governor Among Mourners

Bill Pitman, an Essex County native, served as a session musician in the legendary Wrecking Crew of the 1960s and 1970s.

Veteran’s Gravestone Restored In Belleville On Anniversary Of Death

Watch a video tribute to 11 Vietnam veterans from Belleville who lost their lives.

Belleville Mourns Daniel Rafferty, Beloved Athletic Advocate

“We cannot put into words how important Danny was to the Recreation Department and children of this town.”

Acclaimed Artist From Essex County Dies: Donald Richard Kramer

Donald Richard Kramer was born in Newark, lived in Nutley and had deep Essex County ties.

President Of Nutley Irish Association Dies: Thomas McEnery

A “true Irish gentleman” has passed away, leaving a hole in the hearts of the Nutley community.

Nutley Police Mourn Retired Captain, Thomas Strumolo

Strumolo, a retired police captain, was also a longtime realtor. He was born in Newark, raised in Belleville and moved to Bloomfield.

Belleville Street Renamed For Late Councilman, Angelo Risoli

“To see all these people here, he would have been touched.”

These Belleville Police Officers Made The ‘Ultimate Sacrifice’

For National Police Week, the Belleville Police Department offered tribute to several of its officers who “paid the ultimate sacrifice.”

Belleville's Beloved 'Jersey Boy' Tommy DeVito Dies Of COVID-19

Belleville lost a true “Jersey Boy” in DeVito, a member of the Four Seasons and an “all-around good man.”

Ex-Belleville Mayor Jim Messina Dies: ‘Honor, Distinction’

James “Jim” Messina, the former mayor of Belleville known for his dedicated service to the township, has passed away. He was 72.

Nutley Library Mourns ‘Sudden Passing’ Of Director

Maria LaBadia, 62, brought “warmth, pride and smiles” to her neighbors in Nutley.

Belleville Police Mourn One Of Their Own: Frank Minichini

Frank Minichini served Belleville from 1998 to 2013. He’ll be missed, his peers wrote.

Ex-Belleville Councilman Kevin Kennedy Dies: ‘Worked Tirelessly’

A former councilman in Belleville will be remembered for his "wonderful acts of kindness." A celebration of his life is planned for Feb. 29.

Hundreds Of Christmas Wreaths Honor Belleville Veterans

Every veteran’s grave at Belleville's three cemeteries was honored as part of Wreaths Across America Day.

Guardian Of Nutley History Passes Away: Dorothy Greengrove

Greengrove, a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, was dedicated to preserving local history. She passed away at the age of 87.

Former Belleville Mayor Dies, Was ‘Respected By Friend And Foe’

Former Belleville Mayor Raymond Kimble was “respected by friend and foe, regardless of political affiliation,” a colleague said.

Belleville Veteran Who Threw Himself On Grenade To Be Honored

Medal of Honor recipient and Belleville native Henry Svehla will have a local post office dedicated in his memory.

Ex-Nutley Mayor Dies; Was ‘Family Man, Devoted To Hometown’

Peter C. Scarpelli, a lifelong Nutley resident, served on a plethora of key local offices and made an indelible mark in his community.

Famed Author Russell Baker, Ex-Belleville Resident, Dies At 93

Pulitzer Prize-winning author and former “Masterpiece Theatre” host Russell Baker once fondly recalled Belleville’s “big grassy lawns.”

Belleville Police Remember Officer Killed On Duty: Ken Santucci

Ten years ago on Sept. 6, 2008, Belleville Police Officer Kenneth Santucci was killed in the line of duty during a traffic crash.

US Marine Flags To Fly In Belleville For Medal of Honor Recipient

The Belleville Historical Society is promoting the flying of the flag across the township for Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. Fred Stockham.

Memorial For 4 Fallen Nutley Firefighters To Be Unveiled

When the revamped memorial is unveiled on May 28, it will represent the “proper ceremony that they were never given,” a Nutley FF says.

Nutley Hall Of Fame Member, Ex-NJ Senator Dies: Carmen Orechio

Official: “Carmen personified what it meant to give back to the community.”

Nutley Cupcake Shop Owner Passes Away

Keith Jaret – the owner and chef of Jaret’s Stuffed Cupcakes in Nutley – passed away at the age of 62.

Frank Vincent Of 'Sopranos,' 'Goodfellas' Fame Dies At 80

New Jersey has lost one of its most beloved wiseguys.

Nutley EMS Veteran Passes Away At Work; Mourned With ‘Final Call’ (LISTEN)

Nutley EMS veteran Michael Rossi Jr. passed away while on-duty, authorities say. Listen to a touching “final call” in his memory here.

Fundraiser Set For Essex County Mother Killed In DUI Crash

Was your life enriched by meeting Megan Longo Villanella? Here’s how you can help the N.J. mother’s family cope with her loss.

Belleville Obituary: Patrick Egbert, Jersey City Fireman

The Belleville resident was a member of the Jersey City Fire Department, Engine Company No. 6.

Belleville Obituary: Johnny Osorio, Local Business Owner

The Belleville resident was the owner and contractor of John Osorio Contracting Company for many years.

Belleville Obituary: Donna Lydon, Former Essex County Prosecutor's Office Supervisor

The Belleville native was a supervisor and secretary for the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office in Newark for 33 years.

Nutley Obituary: Pasqualino Repoli, Nutley VFW Member, Navy WWII Veteran

The Newark resident was active with Nutley VFW Post 493.

Belleville Obituary: Frank (Chic) Fortunato, Army Vet, Ex-Owner Branch Brook Lanes

The lifelong Belleville resident was a member of the Belleville Political and Social Club.