Attempted Car Burglary In West Caldwell Caught On Video: Police

A call from an “alert resident” led to the arrest of two men in West Caldwell, authorities said.

Essex County 911: Shooting|DWI Charge|Bust At Drug ‘Hot Spot’

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Mail Carrier In West Caldwell Among 4 Charged With Conspiracy: AG

Authorities charged four men in connection with a scheme to steal credit cards and pre-loaded COVID-19 relief funds, prosecutors said.

West Caldwell Cop Makes Epi-Pen Rescue At ShopRite

A West Caldwell police officer put his newly acquired EMT certification to good use at a local supermarket, authorities said.

Free Naloxone In West Caldwell: NJ Tries To Slow Opioid Overdoses

Pharmacies in NJ, including West Caldwell, will be giving out free packs of the drug, which can potentially reverse an opioid overdose.

West Caldwell Residents Charged In ‘Straw Donor’ Scheme: AG

A pair of West Caldwell residents have been connected to an alleged “straw donor” campaign contribution scheme, prosecutors said.

Essex County Teens Lead Cops On Chase In Stolen Jeep: Police

The Jeep was stolen from Caldwell. Police involved in the arrest included Verona, Essex Fells, North Caldwell, Fairfield and Cedar Grove.

Banner Stolen From Caldwell Town Green; Cops Search For Suspect

The Caldwell Police Department is investigating the theft of a banner from the Caldwell Borough Green.

‘Outstanding Detective Work’ Finds Missing Man In Caldwell

A Caldwell police detective helped find a missing man. Here’s how it all went down, authorities say.

Main Break In West Caldwell; Boil Water Advisory Lifted

UPDATE: West Caldwell authorities lifted a boil water advisory for the township on Wednesday.

‘Quick’ Bank Teller Ruined Robbery Attempt In North Caldwell: PD

A man tried to rob a bank in North Caldwell, but only got away with an empty envelope, police say.

Fairfield Residents Escape Home With Dog After Garage Fire

The Fairfield Fire Department, assisted by their peers from West Caldwell and North Caldwell, extinguished the fire in about 30 minutes.

Broken Water Main Near School In The Caldwells

Repairs to a water main near Jefferson Elementary School in West Caldwell may affect water service for some nearby residents of Caldwell.

2 West Caldwell Water Repair Emergencies In 2 Days

West Caldwell saw its second emergency water repair in as many days on Friday, authorities said.

Emergency Water Repair In West Caldwell, Officials Say

Emergency water repairs are expected to cause a temporary shutoff for residents of Coolidge Avenue in West Caldwell, authorities said.

Essex County 911: Grandparent Scams|Package Theft|Gun Arrest

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent top police, fire and EMS stories.

North Caldwell Death Was From ‘Natural Causes,’ Prosecutors Say

A man died in his North Caldwell home. Prosecutors said it was from natural causes.

Death In North Caldwell Prompts Police Investigation

“We want our residents to know that there is absolutely no threat to our community,” the North Caldwell Police Department stated.

Fairfield Cops Apprehend Armed Robbery Suspects

Fairfield police apprehended two people connected to the armed robbery of a Verizon store in Denville, authorities reported.

Watch North Caldwell Cop Decontaminate His Car: Coronavirus

Watch a North Caldwell police officer strap on a giant device and scrub down his vehicle as COVID-19 spreads in NJ.

Fairfield Police Chief: Cops Aren’t Immune From Coronavirus

“Unfortunately, our officers are not immune from contracting the COVID-19 virus, even though they are taking every precaution possible.”

Caldwell Police Say Happy Retirement To Fred Arnold

Sergeant Fred Arnold retired from the Caldwell Police Department after more than 22 years of service.

West Caldwell Cops Charge Teen With 22 Counts Of Car Burglary

A 15-year-old suspect is accused of committing a “burglary spree” in West Caldwell, police said.

Essex County 911: HS Athlete Assault|Hit-And-Run|Racial Slurs

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent top police, fire and EMS stories.

N. Caldwell’s New Fire Chief Rises Through Ranks, Sets Milestone

Tim Peterson took the oath of office as chief of the North Caldwell Fire Department.

Car Burglary Suspects Elude Cops In Chase Near I-80, Route 46

A Ring video camera captured a burglary attempt. The same SUV passed through the area again while an officer was investigating, police said.

Man Burglarizes Former Workplace In Essex County: Police

A Lodi man has been accused of stealing $100 from his former employer in Fairfield, authorities announced earlier this week.

Ravine Avenue In W. Caldwell Will Briefly Lose Water Pressure: PD

Some residents near Ravine Avenue in West Caldwell will lose water pressure for a few hours on Thursday evening, authorities said.

Man Attacks Co-Worker With Power Tool In West Caldwell: Police

An Essex County man allegedly attacked a co-worker with a reciprocating saw during an argument at a West Caldwell business, police said.

Essex County 911: Animal Hospital Fire|Robbery|Police Car Chase

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent top police, fire and EMS stories.

Student Assaults Teacher, 2 Staff Members In West Caldwell: PD

A student at Essex Valley School in West Caldwell assaulted a teacher, then injured 2 other staff members who intervened, police said.

2 Incidents At W. Caldwell School; Stun Gun, Driver Punched: Cops

A teen allegedly assaulted a bus driver. Another brought a stun gun to school, West Caldwell police said.

North Caldwell Police Hiring Dispatcher: Here’s What It Takes

North Caldwell PD: Applicants must have “good moral character,” be willing to staff 12-hour shifts and be expert multi-taskers.

Fairfield Is Seeing Phone Scams Again, Police Say

Why do people keep falling for the same scams, over and over again? Two reasons, according to Fairfield’s police chief.

North Caldwell Man Exposed Himself To People At Mall: Police

A North Caldwell man allegedly exposed himself to customers at the Willowbrook Mall, authorities said.

Phone Scam In Essex County Involves ‘Car With Blood And Money’

The perpetrators of the scam are using a police department phone number to make the ruse seem more credible, authorities said.

Essex County 911: Fire Devastates Family|Killer Sentenced|Assault

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent top police, fire and EMS stories.

West Caldwell Police Charge Man With Arson, Fraud After Car Fire

A “suspicious fire” took place in the lot of a West Caldwell business. A Paterson man was charged with arson and fraud, police said.

Fairfield Cops Don Army-Green Uniforms To Honor Military Veterans

Fairfield police will be wearing uniforms that pay tribute to the U.S. armed forces during the month of November.

New Jaguar SUV Stolen From West Caldwell Driveway: Police

Someone stole a 2019 Jaguar F-Pace SUV from a West Caldwell driveway, authorities said.