Check out some of our top stories this week in Bloomfield and Essex County.
Several vehicle-related crimes were reported in Bloomfield, including two home burglaries that involved stolen cars, police said.
One of the oldest community choruses in New Jersey is seeking new voices.
Bloomfield will soon have a new microbrewery, an Italian eatery/café and a cannabis dispensary.
Bloomfield's Family Service League receives grant award from The PSEG Foundation to support ride service for sexual violence clients.
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Two burglaries were recently reported in Bloomfield, authorities said – here’s where.
A store in Bloomfield sold a lottery ticket worth $100,000 for the Aug. 16 Powerball drawing, officials said. See the lucky numbers here.
A big step has been taken in an attempt to bring lights to Lion Gate Park. Could a daily shutoff time help to make peace with the neighbors?
Bloomfield police conducted a training exercise at Bloomfield College of Montclair State University on Wednesday.
Bloomfield has the fourth-highest number of people experiencing homelessness in Essex County, an annual study says.
Other thefts involved a stolen jet ski and a pilfered BMW, Bloomfield police said.
A shoplifting incident in Bloomfield turned into a robbery when a man threatened the store manager with a box cutter, police said.
A social studies guru at Bloomfield High School earned a prestigious nod as one of New Jersey’s 2023-2024 “Teachers of the Year.”
A Bloomfield resident was accused of burglarizing a car in Glen Ridge after he led police on a foot chase early Wednesday morning.
APEM Creamery and Sorbetteria is closing. And its co-owner is giving an unflinchingly honest explanation about the reasons why.
Back-to-school planning has already begun in Bloomfield. Here are some key dates to keep in mind this year.
Are you ready for an afternoon of signature cocktails, beer and wine – and “the best bar food in town?”
A proposal to install field lighting at an urban wetland/park in Bloomfield has some residents up in arms.
Dozens of colorful “pedestrian pole banners” are being put on display in Bloomfield’s main commercial district.
“While enforcing parking violations in the area of Lackawanna Plaza, officers saw four juvenile males running and heard screams for help.”
A Bloomfield home was burglarized, with the thief stealing about $10,000 worth of belongings from the garage, police said.
“Hopefully those execs get their heads out of their asses sooner than later.” See some other thoughts on the strikes from Kevin Interdonato.
There’s a new way to manage your water use in Bloomfield. A fee hike for water usage begins this week.
Here’s who filed to run in the Bloomfield Board of Education race – and what their duties will be if they get elected.
Bloomfield’s mayor and town council will host their annual back to school party and book bag giveaway on Aug. 27.
A car was stolen from a local BMW dealership. Another car was stolen when its owner parked it on the street, Bloomfield police said.
Need to beat the heat in Bloomfield? Head down to the Civic Center from Thursday to Saturday.
It’s the first time in more than a decade that prices have gone up for water usage in Bloomfield, the town’s mayor said.
These students have some suggestions for Bloomfield officials as they continue to hash out a “master plan” for the township.
A burglar recently stole $9,000 from a Bloomfield business, police say.
All visitors to the administration building on Broad Street will need to present a state-issued ID before entry.
A major renovation project at Bloomfield Station is moving full speed ahead, officials say.
Bloomfield Mayor: “We strongly encourage the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity related to benefit theft.”
A vehicle theft and an attempted theft were recently reported in Bloomfield, authorities said.