Essex County 911: Bloody Kidnapping + Fatal Crash + Stolen Excavator

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

2026 Elections In The Caldwells: Mayor, Council, School, Congress, County

Here's what is happening in Caldwell, North Caldwell and West Caldwell for the midterm election.

2 Men Tried To Steal ATM From Hotel In North Jersey, Police Say

Witnesses said they saw two men in masks with a hand truck standing near the ATM.

Stolen Construction Vehicle Found In NJ After Theft From Delaware Home Depot: Police

An excavator was rented from a Home Depot and never returned. It was later sold on Facebook Marketplace, authorities say.

Emergency Water Repair In North Caldwell Set For Tuesday Evening

Service disruptions are possible for nearby residents and businesses. Local traffic will also be impacted, the borough said.

Beyond the Campus: How Caldwell University Students Spent Summer 2026 Leveling Up

Caldwell University students have been busy this summer, gaining hands-on experience and building their professional networks.

Seniors From The Caldwell Area Earn Awards In County Art Contest

Artists from Caldwell, North Caldwell, Roseland and Fairfield earned awards in the 2026 Essex County Senior Citizens Juried Art Show.

First Day Of Fall In The Caldwells: Rain And Cloudy Skies Expected This Week

Leaf peeping season is nearly here. See the local weather forecast for the first week of autumn.

Around Caldwell: ICE Arrests + Property Taxes + Voting + Polluted River

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

Soccer Fans In The Caldwells Connect At ‘Caldwell Cup’ Game

Some of the best moments went beyond the final scores.

Vote-By-Mail Drop Box Has Moved In Caldwell: 2026 Election

The vote-by-mail ballot drop box has moved to the new Municipal Building.

West Caldwell Is Doing Its First Tax Revaluation In 16 Years: What Homeowners Should Know

Almost all property values in West Caldwell will rise. But it doesn’t necessarily mean their property taxes will also go up.

Caldwell University Opens Virtual Reality Learning Space to Deepen Student Engagement in Science and STEM

Ribbon cutting marks the debut of the Dreamscape Learn immersive virtual reality platform at the University's newly renovated library

In West Caldwell: Paper Shredding, Electronic Recycling Events For Local Residents

West Caldwell will hold a community shredding event on Sept. 19, and an Electronic Recycling Day on Sept. 26.

West Caldwell Fire Hydrant Flushing Will Take Several Weeks, Town Says

Here’s why the regular maintenance is needed, West Caldwell officials said.

Caldwell To Hold Grand Opening For Municipal Building, Library

The Borough of Caldwell has relocated its municipal offices and library. Local residents can take a peek at a grand opening event.

Road Work In North Caldwell Will Impact Several Local Streets This Week

Here's when the construction is scheduled to take place.

Around Caldwell: 9/11 + Crime + Groceries + Robotaxis

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

Drunk, Wrong-Way Driver On Route 46 Had 3 Minors In Car, Police Say

Several cans of beer were found in the vehicle, authorities said.

Violent Crime Remains Low In The Caldwells, FBI Data Shows

Caldwell, North Caldwell, West Caldwell and many other New Jersey towns have been seeing a steady decline in violent crime since the 1990s.

Longtime West Caldwell Cop Retires, 3 Officers Promoted

West Caldwell recently bid a longtime officer a fond farewell – and congratulated three others for moving up in the ranks.

Around Caldwell: Paychecks + Electric Bills + 9/11 + Labor Day

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

STEM Robo-Adventure Classes Come at Roseland Library

STEM Enrichment for Students Ages 7-13

The Caldwells Will See Stormy Week, Forecasters Say (Here’s When The Rain Will Stop)

The Caldwells are under a Hazardous Weather Outlook. Will the bad weather relent by Labor Day?

Caldwell Plans Drainage Improvements On Flood-Prone Street

The borough posted a notice to bidders about the project this week.

Women's Club Of Caldwell Is Collecting Tennis Balls For Recycling

Here’s your chance to keep those tennis balls out of the dumpster – and put them to some good use instead.

Borough Of Caldwell: Labor Day Garbage Collection Reminder

There will be no garbage collection on Labor Day.

Empowering Young Scientists: Caldwell University’s Biotechnology Research Fellowship Program

The high school student fellows had opportunities to work in collegiate-level labs and learn practical skills for pursuing a career in STEM.

Caldwell Historic Preservation Commission Recognizes Patriotic Spirit

Caldwell Historic Preservation Commission Celebrates Patriotic Spirit with First-Ever Display Awards

Around Caldwell: Mail Votes + Fossil Fuel + Flock + Data Centers

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

Mail-In Voting In Essex County: What To Know About Latest Supreme Court Ruling

Here's what this week’s highly watched court ruling means for voters in Essex County.

First Day Of School Nears In Caldwell-West Caldwell: See Dates For Last Day, Spring And Winter Break

Caldwell-West Caldwell students are getting ready to return to the classroom soon. Here are a few other important dates to keep in mind.

Around Caldwell: Data Centers + Voter Purge + Water Lawsuit + ICE

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

Baseball Field Upgrades Finished At Grover Cleveland Park

A $1.14 million series of upgrades has crossed the finish line at the county-run park, which is located in Caldwell and Essex Fells.

Sherrill Broke Her ‘No-Pork Promise,’ NJ Republican Lawmakers Say

Meanwhile, the governor’s first-ever budget has seen support from her fellow Democrats in Essex County.

3 Rain Gardens Will Help Caldwell Fight Flooding: See Status Update

The rain gardens are designed to help manage stormwater, while also beautifying the community.

Road Work Begins This Week In West Caldwell: See Impacted Streets

Detours will be in place, police noted.

Around Caldwell: Back To School + ICE + Governors + ‘Best Place To Live’

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

Caldwell-West Caldwell District Will Remove Solar Panels From Roofs At 2 Schools

The roofs are still being replaced – but the solar panels are coming off for good at Jefferson and Wilson schools.

In The Caldwells: Inaugural 'Concert At Walker Park' Will Feature Music, Food, Beer Garden

UPDATED: The North Caldwell Historical Society will host its first-ever "Concert at Walker Park."