Downed Power Lines, Outages Reported In Caldwells During Storm

A severe thunderstorm warning was declared for eight counties in the state, including Essex, on Tuesday, May 15.

West Caldwell Water Main Break May Cause Outages, Discoloration

A water main break that took place in West Caldwell may cause intermittent outages and discoloration for some locals, authorities said.

West Caldwell Sees Multiple Fake ‘IRS’ Scam Calls: Police

West Caldwell Police: “The Internal Revenue Service will NOT call your phone to notify you that you owe money.”

Caldwell Traffic Alert: Milling Work On Hanford Starts May 1

Get ready for milling work on Hanford Place in Caldwell.

West Caldwell Car Crash: Men Run, Schools ‘Shelter,' Report Says

Report: Wilson School and James Caldwell High School issued a temporary “shelter in place” order until the police investigation finished.

West Caldwell Police Want Your Expired Medications: April 28

The West Caldwell Police Department will be participating in “Operation Take Back Day” on Saturday, April 28.

Caldwell’s Bulk Storm Debris Collection Winds Down April 20

Here’s how to get rid of yard debris and tree limbs in Caldwell.

Essex County 911: Dead Bodies In Park|Delivery Man Shot|3 Fires

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

Caldwells Storm Recovery: Don’t Put Tree Limbs On Curb (Yet)

Fallen tree limbs are still laying all around CWC. But there may be more snow on the way, so don’t put them on the curb yet.

UPDATED: Storm Hits The Caldwells; Trees Down, Roads Impassable

The Caldwells were among several Essex County towns hit hard by Wednesday’s storm and its heavy, wet snow.

UPDATED: Snowstorm Info For The Caldwells (Parking, Shoveling)

Read Caldwell, North Caldwell and West Caldwell officials' reminders for local residents in advance of a serious snowstorm forecast.

'Ongoing Investigation' At James Caldwell High School

Police were involved in an investigation at James Caldwell High School on Saturday. The music marathon was supposed to be taking place.

Man Killed By Gunfire In Essex County

A 27-year-old man was killed by gunfire this past weekend in Newark, according to the Essex County Prosecutor's Office.

Caldwell Police To Hold ‘Coffee With A Cop’ Event

The Caldwell Police Department will host a “Coffee With A Cop” event at Rock 'N' Joe Café on Feb. 24.

North Caldwell Police Car Chase Ends Near Route 46

North Caldwell’s police chief said the chase is a good example of why officers enforce the local overnight parking ordinance.

West Essex 1st Aid Squad Releases Year-End Call Stats

Last year was a busy one for the West Essex 1st Aid Squad, which serves Caldwell, North Caldwell, West Caldwell, Essex Fells and Fairfield.

North Caldwell Man Takes Bat To Head At Thatcher McGhee’s: Police

A baseball bat connected with the victim's head. And that’s the last thing he remembers, Fairfield police say.

Downed Power Lines In North Caldwell Cause Outages: Police

North Caldwell Police Department: “PSE&G is aware and is working to restore power.”

West Caldwell Police: Runnymede Road Closed Twice In 1 Day

West Caldwell police closed a section of Runnymede Road twice in one day due to a downed utility line in Essex Fells, authorities said.

Essex County Car Crash; Totowa Woman Pinned To Salon Wall: Cops

“It’s still unclear as to what caused the vehicle to strike the pedestrian and go into the building with such force,” police said.

West Caldwell FD: Fake Charity Asking For Donations In Our Name

There has been another report of a fake charity donation scheme in the Caldwells, the second in as many years.

Man Planned To Fire Gun In Times Square, Arrested On Rt. 46: Cops

An Indiana man arrested in Essex County allegedly told police that he planned to fire a gun in Times Square when the ball dropped on NYE.

Car Hits Pedestrian In West Caldwell, Woman Hospitalized

A car struck a pedestrian on Bloomfield Avenue in West Caldwell, sending a woman to the hospital, police say.

Fire Torches Car At Caldwell Mercedes On Bloomfield Avenue

Authorities say that the blaze started when a Mercedes Benz was up on a lift.

Car Collision In West Caldwell, Deer Euthanized: Report

A vehicle-deer collision on Clinton Road in West Caldwell caused damage to the car, but no injury to the driver, police say.

Caldwell Traffic Alert: Milling, Paving Work Will Affect Parking

Milling and paving work is slated for Lincoln Terrace, Washburn Place and Birkendene Road in Caldwell on Dec. 4 and 5.

Caldwell Traffic Alert: Reindeer Run 5K Coming Saturday

Caldwell authorities will close down Forest Avenue on the morning of Saturday, Dec. 2 for the Trinity HSA 5K Reindeer Run.

‘Con Man’ Scams Essex County Dunkin’ Donuts: Cops

Police are searching for an alleged “con man” also wanted in Michigan, Texas, Virginia, Pennsylvania and California.

West Essex PBA Makes Safety Jacket Donation To 1st Aid Squad

Have you seen the West Essex First Aid Squad’s new safety jackets? Thank the West Essex PBA Local #81.

West Caldwell Water Main Work; Delays Expected, Police Say

Water main repair work is expected to slow down traffic on a busy local intersection on Thursday, West Caldwell police say.

Caldwell Traffic Alert: Construction On Hanford Place

Get set for work on Hanford Place, Caldwell. Construction will take place from Nov. 14 to 17.

North Jersey Man Disappears, Jumped Into River To Save Friend

​Authorities are looking for a missing man who jumped into a New Jersey river this week.

UPDATED: North Caldwell Traffic Closure On Mountain Avenue, Hours Changed

Mountain Avenue will be closed between East Greenbrook Rd. and Lindsley Road/Rt. 23 until Oct. 27, North Caldwell police say.

UPDATE: Caldwell Traffic Alert For Grover Cleveland Middle School Color Run

Read the Caldwell Police Department's updated traffic alert here.

Car Hits Pedestrian In Caldwell Diner Parking Lot: Police

A car struck a pedestrian in the Caldwell Diner parking lot. She refused medical assistance for a minor injury, police say.

Caldwells To Host Caroline Fund 5K Run; Police Issue Traffic Advisory

The Caroline Fund will host its annual 5K run in Caldwell on Saturday, Sept. 16.

Car Stolen In North Caldwell; Cops Issue Warning

A car was stolen in the “southern end of town,” North Caldwell police said. Read their advisory here.

Essex County Brothers Will Fight Crime In The Caldwells

This brotherly duo has taken up the badge to combat crime in Essex County.

UPDATE: Construction 'Blasting' In The Caldwells Postponed For 9/11: Police

Work originally slated for Sept. 11 has been rescheduled for Sept. 12. It's expected to last several weeks, North Caldwell officials say.

Bus Overturns On I-280 In Essex County: Police

A bus overturned on the eastbound stretch of I-280, causing minor injuries to two of the five occupants, police say.