Stay connected and safe on the water – Communication is essential for your safety and the safety of others. Choose the right device!
What is a float plan and do you need one? Learn what you need to do to boat safely in New Jersey
Get your NJ Boat Safety Certificate with a NASBLA Certified Provider: Boat Safe US!
This Essex County native was a 14-year-old freshman in 1955. Here’s what he remembers about his time attending Bloomfield Tech.
Be Prepared & Have Fun! Boating Safety Tips on ECOS, Weather, Speed and BUI
Our 2025 Class and Exam schedule is now available for in Belleville, NJ
How to prepare for, prevent and extinguish a fire on your boat
Mayor: “This recognition reflects the outstanding dedication and professionalism of the Bloomfield Fire Department.”
Operating a PWC / Jet Ski / Sea-Doo / Wave Runner in NJ Get your NJ Boat Safety Certificate with Boat Safe US!
Bloomfield officials are supporting a local “Transgender Day of Visibility” that will take place in the township on March 31.
How to Avoid, Fight and Treat Hypothermia
Learn the Difference between a Boat Safety Certificate and a Boat License Get your NJ Boat Safety Certificate Now and Be Ready for Summer!
“To the many that have supported this series, we thank you … Now it’s time to shift gears and move forward.”
Need help paying your energy or water bills? An upcoming “Utility Assistance Day” in Bloomfield might answer your questions.
The Historical Society of Bloomfield will present “The Remarkable History of Bloomfield’s Fire Department” on March 25.
Prepare now to save time this summer and get out on the water! Boat Safety Certificate, Boat License, Boat Equipment Prep
A cannabis dispensary in Bloomfield will hold an expungement clinic for people who want to clear their records of low-level offenses.
Learn about titling and registering your vessel in NJ
The world is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County, New Jersey.
Prioritize safety for fun on the water
15 minutes could save lives. Get a vessel safety check. Take advantage of this free service & stay safe on the water!
Get answers to your boating questions!
Learn the importance of being NASBLA Certified
Our 2025 Class and Exam schedules are now available for Byram Twp / Stanhope, Sussex County
Get your NJ Boat Safety Certificate with Boat Safe US!
Whether in-person or on-line – Take your boat safety course and be ready for boating season!
Our 2025 Class and Exam schedules are now available for Clifton, Passaic County
Do you care about how – and where – things are built in your town? Catch up on the basics of planning and zoning with The Jersey Bee.
Want to help battle hunger in the Bloomfield area? Organizers are still seeking donations.
Learn how share events, op-eds and community announcements on Patch Bloomfield. It's easier than you think!
U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill, who represents the state’s 11th congressional district, has released a list of 25 people who are “NJ-11 Heroes.”
Are you an older adult looking to connect with your peers? The Oakeside Bloomfield Cultural Center may have what you seek.
BPD Chief: “Their efforts not only keep Bloomfield safe but also strengthen the bonds of trust and respect with our residents.”
Learn how share events, op-eds and other community announcements on Patch Bloomfield. It's easier than you think!
The Essex County Board of County Commissioners honors local community members and groups through its Veterans Day commemoration.
On the Water Nov to May?– Wear a Life Jacket!
The Essex County commissioners are spotlighting community leaders for Italian Heritage Month, including NJ Assemblyman Michael Venezia.
Essex County had its fair share of “intrepid aeronauts” trying to get airborne in the early 1900s. Learn about some of them on Oct. 22.
NJ Boaters! Fall is still a great time to be out on the water!
“We look forward to continuing our efforts to create a greener, more sustainable community for our residents.”