Scarpelli Takes Reins As Nutley Mayor, Shares Goals For Township

Joseph Scarpelli touched on several development projects, including ON3, the Ciccolini site and luxury housing for people 55 and up.

Belleville Town Reminder: Register To Vote For 2022 Primary Election

The Township of Belleville Municipal Clerk's Office will be open Tuesday, May 17 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. for voter registration.

Belleville Planning Board Attorney Resigns, Hearings To Proceed: Mayor

The resignation is the latest development in a controversy over the town’s planning board that erupted before Election Day.

Belleville Mayor’s Slate Claims Election Victory, Team Rovell Concedes

Michael Melham, Naomy DePeña and Thomas Graziano have wide leads in the mayor and council races, unofficial results show.

Belleville Mayor, Council Election Results: See Who's Leading (Update)

Mayor Michael Melham faced a challenge from Councilman Steven Rovell. Four candidates duked it out for two council seats.

Belleville Mayor, Council Races: 2022 Election Day Primer

Belleville voters will choose a mayor and city council members on Tuesday.

Nutley Mayor Offers A Look Back As His Term Nears End

Mauro Tucci’s term will end in a few weeks. Joseph Scarpelli will take the reins.

Belleville Mayor Candidates Slug It Out As Election Day Nears

Michael Melham or Steven Rovell? Will the issues – or the controversy – be the deciding factor for local voters in Belleville this year?

Belleville Mayor Presents 2022 ‘State Of Township’ Address

Michael Melham spoke about the pandemic, taxes, water bills, Hurricane Ida, PILOTs and development in Belleville. Read his speech here.

Belleville Mayor Blasts ‘Attempted Coup’ Of Local Planning Board

The Belleville Town Council tackled a bitter controversy involving the planning board at their latest meeting.

Belleville Planning Board Members Ratified At Town Council Meeting

Meetings of the Belleville Planning Board will resume, Mayor Michael Melham said.

Belleville Police To Launch 'Story With A Cop' Program For Local Youth

On selected Thursdays, a police officer will stop in the children’s room section of the Belleville Library and read a book to the kids.

Nutley Homeowners May Face Tax Hike Under 2022 Town Budget

Nutley homeowners would see an increase to the municipal portion of their property taxes under the town’s proposed budget.

Belleville Planning Board Suspends Meetings Amid Scrutiny

Several appointments to the Belleville Planning Board may be illegitimate, a legal expert says.

Belleville Clerk’s Office Will Be Open Tuesday For Voter Registration

Belleville Mayor Michael Melham will face a challenge from council member Steven Rovell in the 2022 nonpartisan municipal election.

DiVincenzo Highlights COVID, Infrastructure In State Of County Speech

Essex County Executive Joe DiVincenzo also touched on housing, finance and the county vocational school system in his annual address.

Free Health Screening Event In Belleville: Blood Pressure, Glucose

A free health screening will take place for Belleville residents and employees on April 14.

Belleville 2022 Election: Mayor, Council Races Enter Home Stretch

Belleville Mayor Michael Melham will face a challenge from council member Steven Rovell in the nonpartisan municipal election.

Sweeping NJ Bill Package Would Make Child Care More Affordable

The proposed laws will help counteract the “motherhood penalty” that many working parents in New Jersey face, an advocate said.

Budget Season Heats Up In Nutley: Town, School Updates

Nutley had the 95th highest average property taxes in New Jersey last year. Here’s where things stand for the upcoming budget season.

Belleville Green Team Event: ‘Bag Up NJ' Plan For The Bag Ban

The Township of Belleville Green Team will give a free presentation for ‘Bag Up NJ’ Plan for the Bag Ban on April 14.

Belleville Officials: Blue Star Program Can Aid Seniors, Disabled

Seniors or people with disabilities living alone can register vital info with the Belleville police department in the event of a emergency.

Belleville Area Kids Can Learn To Golf Through First Tee Program

First Tee is a youth development organization that enables kids to build the strength of character through golf and life skills programs.

Township Of Belleville: Rain Barrel Workshop 2022

The Township of Belleville Green Team will present a Rain Barrel Workshop on Saturday, April 2 at the Belleville Senior Center.

Belleville Bag And Brush Pickup Resumes Monday

Bag and brush pickup will resume on March 28 in Belleville.

Belleville Alternate Street Parking To Resume In April

Belleville Township: Alternate street parking will resume on Monday, April 4.

Township Of Belleville: 2022 Spring Arts & Crafts Registration

Registration is now open for the spring session of Arts & Crafts. A variety of unique classes are available for children ages 5 through ...

Township Of Belleville: 2022 Farmers Market

We are proud to present our 1st Community Farmers Market 2022.

Township Of Belleville: Belleville Recognized For Its Healthy Initiatives By Statewide Mayors Wellness Campaign

Photo credit Belleville Township: Belleville families were encouraged to seek out healthier lifestyles through events such as Street Yog ...

No ‘Major Discipline’ Reported For Nutley Police In 2021

The Nutley Police Department was one of several in the county that didn’t see any major discipline cases last year, according to a report.

Township Of Belleville: Daylight Savings Time Starts This Weekend

Daylight Savings Time begins this Sunday March 13th at 2:00am - Move your clocks forward one hour.

Township Of Belleville: Apply Today For The 2022 Fairway Park Community Garden

Our Belleville Community Garden is now accepting applications for the 2022 Fairway Park Community Garden.

Township Of Belleville: Belleville Junior Police Academy - Summer Course 2022

This year's Belleville Junior Police Academy Summer Course will run from June 27 through July 1, 2022. Open to boys and girls currently ...

Sewerage Commission Awards Belleville, Nutley $23K In Rebates

The Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission awarded rebates to towns in its service area as part of its Municipal Rebate Incentive Program.

4 Top Lawmakers From Essex County React To Murphy’s NJ Budget

Here are reactions to Gov. Murphy’s proposed state budget from Joe Pennacchio, Eliana Pintor Marin, Teresa Ruiz and Britnee Timberlake.

Township Of Belleville: Town Hall Paintings Declare Belleville's Support For The People Of Ukraine

Photo credit Belleville Township: Mayor Michael Melham and artist Athena Zhe, a Ukrainian-born artist, in front of a series of paintings ...

Township Of Belleville: Get Vaccinated With La Casa De Don Pedro

Attention Belleville Residents:

Belleville Dumps Garbage Contractor After ‘Inadequate Service’

Belleville official: “The level of service provided to our community was inadequate and failed to meet our expectations.”

Township Of Belleville: Important Message Regarding Solid Waste Collection

I would like to bring to your attention that after a decade of service, the Belleville Town Council has decided to hire a new Solid Wast ...

Nutley Glows Blue, Yellow In Solidarity With Ukraine

Nutley Mayor: “We are praying for Ukraine and the innocent families that are in harm's way.”