Around Bloomfield: Early Voting + Data Center Ban + Picket Lines

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🌱 Patch AM: Office Building In Bloomfield Sells For $1.67 Million

You won’t want to miss Tremendous Office Furniture & Soft Seating Warehouse Liquidation Sale on the Bloomfield Patch calendar

Office Building In Bloomfield Sells For $1.67 Million

The building has been anchored by the same tenant for 45 years.

Essex County Honors 2 Local Italian American Leaders: MLB Umpire, 'Best Lawyer'

A retired Major League Baseball umpire and one of the “Best Lawyers in America” earned Stellas della Contea di Essex awards from the county

🌱 Patch AM: What’s behind the controversy over Bloomfield’s biggest home haunt?

Happening soon: NAACP: Oranges & Maplewood | Party At The Polls! on the Bloomfield Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Write-In Campaigns Launched For 2 Bloomfield Town Council Candidates: 2026 Election

Make time for Verona Park Boathouse on the Bloomfield Patch calendar

Write-In Campaigns Launched For 2 Bloomfield Town Council Candidates: 2026 Election

Stefanie Santiago and Stephanie Bootwala ran competitive races for Bloomfield Town Council in the primary election, but came up short.

🌱 Patch AM: Car Theft, Attempted Theft Reported In Bloomfield On Same Day

And on the Bloomfield Patch calendar - Verona Park Boathouse

Car Theft, Attempted Theft Reported In Bloomfield On Same Day

Here's where the incidents happened, Bloomfield police said.

🌱 Patch AM: Why did Bloomfield’s Michael Mickens earn this prestigious football honor?

You won’t want to miss Verona Park Boathouse on the Bloomfield Patch calendar

Early Voting Begins In Bloomfield: What Voters Need To Know For 2026

Bloomfield voters can also cast ballots by mail or on Election Day.

🌱 Patch AM: Drivers Near Bloomfield Pay More For Gas Than NJ Average, Reports Say

Be sure to catch Verona Park Boathouse on the Bloomfield Patch calendar

Drivers Near Bloomfield Pay More For Gas Than NJ Average, Reports Say

Sunday is the best day of the week to buy gas in New Jersey, experts say – here’s the worst one.

🌱 Patch AM: Around Bloomfield: Data Centers + OJ Simpson + New Friends + Capybaras

Be sure to catch Skyline Trunk or Treat on the Bloomfield Patch calendar

Around Bloomfield: Data Centers + OJ Simpson + New Friends + Capybaras

Check out some of our top stories this week in Bloomfield and Essex County.

School Counselor From Bloomfield Earns ‘Excellence’ Award From Caldwell University

This Bloomfield resident is “passionate about creating a safe environment for diverse populations to receive mental health care.”

Free Flu Clinic In Bloomfield Is Part Of Larger ‘Targeted Effort’ Against The Disease

Local public health workers in Essex County are using data to identify trends – and act on them.

Meet Momosa

Pet of the Week!

Nearly 20 Years of Faith in Action: St. Francis of Assisi Invites the Community to Come to the Table

Glen Ridge’s Only National Catholic Parish Celebrates Nearly Two Decades of Serving the Forgotten, Feeding the Hungry, and Welcoming All

Bloomfield Plans To Display Artwork On Banners At Local Parks

The chosen artwork will be hung on banners at Brookside Park and Lion Gate Park.

Around Bloomfield: No Kings + More ICE Arrests + Candidate Debates

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Juniper Communities Recognized Among Fortune Best Workplaces in Aging Services™ for 2026, Ranked #12

Recognition highlights Juniper’s commitment to building an exceptional workplace culture and investing in its team members

‘No Kings’ Protest In Bloomfield Will Rally Voters For Midterm Election

Protesters are shifting their focus from Donald Trump to the 2026 election.

Bloomfield Store Sells $30K Lottery Ticket: See Other Recent Big Winners In NJ

Eleven players in New Jersey won draw and scratch-off prizes worth at least $10,000 between Oct. 5 and Oct. 11: here’s where.

Tray Of Cash Goes Missing At Bloomfield Fast Food Restaurant: Police

The money was left near a drive-thru window, police said.

Meet Lucas!

The West Orange Animal Welfare League (WOAWL) features a different adoptable pet each week....

Around Bloomfield: Parking Wars + School Finances + ICE Detainee Released

Check out some of our top stories this week in Bloomfield and Essex County.

Here's What A Knee Injury Taught This Inspiring Bloomfield HS Football Player

A high school football player from Bloomfield has been nominated for a prestigious "Heart of a Giant" award.

Mejia, Hathaway Visit Essex County As They Battle For NJ-11 Congress Seat

The Democratic and Republican candidates for Mikie Sherrill’s old Congress seat have been touring the county in recent months: here’s where.

More Foster Parents Needed In New Jersey: ‘Be Part Of A Larger Village’

There are close to 3,000 children in foster care in New Jersey. There are roughly 2,000 licensed foster homes.

‘Deteriorating’ Pond In Bloomfield Is Being Restored: Here’s The Plan

Major restoration work is scheduled to begin this week at Halcyon Pond.

Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Bloomfield This Fall—And How To Carve Them

Brush up on your Jack-o’-Lantern carving skills before Halloween arrives with this quick guide.

Glen Ridge Parish Celebrates St. Francis with Ancient Tradition and Blessing of Animals

St. Francis of Assisi American National Catholic Church marks its patronal feast with the Transitus, a festive Sunday Mass, and a blessing.

Harvest Fest In Bloomfield Will Include Music, Food, Family Friendly Fun

Here's what is in store for this year's free street festival, the Bloomfield Center Alliance says.

Water Main Break In Bloomfield Will Cause Traffic Delays On Monday

Here's how long repairs will take, public safety officials said.

Around Bloomfield: Medicaid + ICE + Data Centers + Gateway Tunnel

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Free 'Art Crawl' In Bloomfield Will Include Exhibits Throughout Town

Stops along the route will include artists’ studios, restaurants, cafés, community spaces, houses of worship and cultural institutions.

Adoptable Pet of the Week: Tigger!

This beautiful brindle boy needs a forever home

Around Bloomfield: Political Scandal + ICE Near School + Airport Delays

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NJ-11 Congress Candidates Agree: Dale Caldwell Should Resign Immediately

Analilia Mejia and Joe Hathaway have found something they agree on as they battle for Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s former Congress seat.