Nutley, Belleville Get New Affordable Housing Quotas From State

How much housing must Belleville and Nutley create over the next decade? Here are the numbers – and some background on the controversy.

Political Campaign Signs Stolen In Nutley, Police Say: Election 2024

Political campaign signs were recently stolen from a property in Nutley, police say.

Kim, Bashaw Face Off At New Jersey Senate Debate: 2024 Election

Andy Kim and Curtis Bashaw tackled abortion, immigration and the cost of living. Four other candidates weren’t invited to participate.

Belleville-Nutley 2024 Election: Ballots, Candidates, Voter Info

The voter registration deadline is creeping closer. Here's what to know if you plan to vote in Belleville or Nutley.

Bucco Battles Back From NJ-10 Election Defeat, Sets Sights On November

Carmen Bucco knows what it’s like to be an underdog. And the Republican says he is only getting started in NJ's 10th Congressional District.

Free Menstrual Health Toolkit Launches to Help Teachers, Parents

The Flow Initiative’s new resources are specifically designed to equip educators, parents, school nurses, and guidance counselors

Belleville Police Launch Traffic Stop Program For People With Autism Spectrum Disorder

The Belleville Police Department's Blue Envelope Program can help people with Autism Spectrum Disorder during traffic stops — here's how.

Belleville Switches Town Managers; Council OKs Change Of Guard

The torch has passed from Anthony Iacono to Brian Banda in Belleville.

Chaos On Washington: Belleville Traffic ‘Nightmare’ Continues

A construction project on Washington Avenue has been raising a stink among a growing number of residents and business owners in Belleville.

$500K In Funds Will Aid Firefighters In Belleville, Nutley, Bloomfield

The money will help to build a training tower in Belleville, which will also be used by firefighters in Nutley and Bloomfield.

Belleville Local Event: 'Story With A Cop' At The Public Library

Come join the Belleville Police Department for storytime on the outside patio of the Belleville Public Library.

Nutley Makes Big Change To Its Sewer Bills In Name Of ‘Equity’

Did you see an unexpected increase to your water bill in Nutley? Here’s what happened – and why town officials say it’s a fair deal.

Nutley Commissioners Plead For Unity After Trump Assassination Attempt

“A person who holds a differing viewpoint than yours is not your enemy.”

NJ Latina Lawmaker Pushes For More Leadership Diversity In Colleges

Currently, only one Latino president is leading an institution of higher education in New Jersey, Assemblywoman Carmen Morales said.

NJ Latino Caucus Backs Murphy’s Plan For Prison Pardons

The Legislative Latino Caucus is supporting Gov. Phil Murphy’s plan to grant “clemency” to several eligible groups of inmates in New Jersey.

Biden, Trump And The Line: Belleville-Nutley Primary Election Guide

A presidential rematch, Congress races and a new ballot layout. Here’s what to know before you head to the polls in Belleville and Nutley.

Nutley Homeowners May See Double-Whammy Tax Hike In 2024

Nutley's latest municipal spending plan may come with a tax increase. The school board has already given an OK to a separate tax hike.

Belleville Town Budget Contains Tax Hike For Homeowners

The Belleville Town Council held a public hearing for the 2024 municipal budget, which will come with a tax increase.

Dismissal Of Belleville Rec Director Causes Uproar At Town Meeting

“It crushes the kids’ hearts – it’s just wrong what you've done,” a youth dressed in a baseball jersey said.

Belleville Gets Ready To Welcome 3 New Council Members: 2024 Election

This summer, Belleville will have three new ward council members: Tracy Juanita Williams, Diana Guardabasco and Frank Velez.

Mayor Kelly Takes Helm Of Nutley, Youngest In Town History

John Kelly III is following in the footsteps of his grandfather as mayor of Nutley.

Velez Declares Election Win In Belleville: 'Youngest-Ever Councilman'

Frank Velez is on the brink of becoming the youngest councilman in Belleville history, unofficial 2024 election results show.

Belleville, Nutley 2024 Election Results (See Local Updates)

Four seats on the Belleville Town Council are up for grabs. Seven candidates are running for five seats in Nutley. See results here.

Belleville, Nutley Voter Guides: 2024 Municipal Elections

The fate of the local governments in Belleville and Nutley will be in voters' hands this week. Here's what to know ahead of Election Day.

Township Of Belleville: Library YA Programs In May For Students, School Staff

The Belleville Public Library would like to invite students, parents and school staff to attend their upcoming programs taking place in May.

Nutley Ballots Will Look Different For 2024 Primary Election

Essex County has rolled out new ballots after a big push against “the party line” this year. Here’s what they look like in Nutley.

Campaign Flyer In Belleville Ignites Controversy As Election Day Nears

In New Jersey, a candidate’s stance on property taxes – or where voters think they stand on taxes – can make or break a political campaign.

Watch Belleville Mayor’s 2024 State Of The Township Speech

Belleville Mayor Michael Melham presented his 2024 “state of the township” address at Nanina’s in the Park. Watch it here.

Pay NJ Hospitals More For Medicaid, Belleville Congress Candidate Says

Raafat Barsoom: “Medicaid payments do not even begin to pay for the care provided in an emergency room.”

NJ Congress Candidate, Trump Supporter Attended Jan. 6 Protest: Report

Joe Belnome said he “peacefully marched” that day and wasn’t one of the people who breached the Capitol, a report says.

Doctor From Belleville Is Running For Congress Against Mikie Sherrill

Raafat Barsoom – who has practiced medicine in Montclair and East Orange – is seeking the Republican nomination in 2024.

Rep. Sherrill Visits Nutley Med School To Push For Health Care Bill

U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill visited to a medical school in Nutley to push for more federal funds to combat heart disease in women.

Belleville 2024 Election: Find Your Local Polling Place

Four seats on the Belleville Town Council are up for grabs this year. Here’s where to find your local polling place.

Belleville Town Council Introduces Municipal Budget For 2024

A public hearing on Belleville’s proposed spending plan is scheduled for May 28.

Belleville Lead Water Pipe Project Gets $1M Shot In Arm From Feds

Belleville will get nearly $1 million in federal funding to help it protect the local water supply.

Belleville Councilwoman Dies Before Term Ends; Town Needs Replacement

Who will replace recently departed Marie Strumolo-Burke on the town council? That remains to be seen – but Belleville will find out soon.

7 Candidates File For Nutley Town Commissioner Election In 2024

Nutley is among the Essex County towns that are holding a local election in May. Here’s who filed to run.

Belleville Watchdog Blog Asks 2024 Candidates To Sign Ethics Pledge

A Belleville "citizen watchdog blog" is bringing back its candidate challenge, asking contenders to sign a voluntary ethics pledge.

Belleville 2024 Election: See List Of Town Council Candidates

Belleville will get some new members on the township council this year. Here’s who is running for office.

Belleville Releases Year-End Stats: Government, Police, Finance, Court

A wealth of local data about Belleville’s municipal government was recently released as part of the town’s annual report.