DiVincenzo, 17 mayors express support for Murphy budget plan

DiVincenzo, 17 mayors express support for Murphy budget plan

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Essex County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo Jr. announced his support of Gov. Phil Murphy’s proposal to borrow $9 billion from the U.S. Federal Reserve to balance the state budget. On Friday, May 29, DiVincenzo sent a letter of support to the governor; the letter was also signed by 17 Essex County mayors. […]

Free COVID-19 testing available to Bloomfield residents

Free COVID-19 testing available to Bloomfield residents

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — The Bloomfield Health Department is offering free COVID-19 tests to residents starting June 4. Testing will be done Tuesdays and Thursdays between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at varying locations.  “As the state and our township slowly begin to reopen, it is imperative that our residents are able to be tested for […]

Bloomfield Health and Human Services Dept. offers much

Bloomfield Health and Human Services Dept. offers much

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — The Bloomfield Health and Human Services Department is offering a number of critical services to residents to aid them in navigating the COVID-19 crisis. Residents requiring assistance may call the department at 973-680-4017 and leave a voicemail including their name and telephone number so that a social worker can call them back.  […]

Bloomfield Municipal Building to reopen for drop-off only

Bloomfield Municipal Building to reopen for drop-off only

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — As the state gradually starts the process of reopening, the township of Bloomfield has begun making accommodations for businesses and residents to drop off documents at the municipal building, beginning May 18. Non-essential construction will also be permitted to resume effective May 18 as all COVID-19 safety procedures can be followed.  “Construction […]

Town sees 49 COVID-related deaths

Town sees 49 COVID-related deaths

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — As the number of positive cases of COVID-19 around the world continues to rise, Bloomfield’s total has risen as well. As of the morning of May 5, according to statistics from the county, of the 14,891 cases in Essex County, 910 are in Bloomfield. Forty-nine people in Bloomfield have died from complications […]

COVID cases in Bloomfield fluctuate

COVID cases in Bloomfield fluctuate

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — As the number of positive cases of COVID-19 around the world continues to rise, Bloomfield’s total has risen as well. As of the morning of April 28, according to the New Jersey State Health Department, of the 13,148 cases in Essex County, 781 are in Bloomfield. Forty-three people have died from complications […]

Bloomfield Township taxes due Friday, May 1

Bloomfield Township taxes due Friday, May 1

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — Bloomfield Township taxes are due Friday, May 1, with residents being encouraged to send their taxes by mail to 1 Municipal Plaza, Bloomfield, NJ 07003, or via the township website. Since the Municipal Building is closed, residents who wish to drop off their payment may do so at the police headquarters lobby, […]

Celebrating birthdays with flashing lights and sirens in Bloomfield

Celebrating birthdays with flashing lights and sirens in Bloomfield

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — Sirens coming from the Bloomfield Police Department’s cars and Bloomfield Fire Department’s trucks have been heard blaring for over a week now, but for a more fun purpose than normal — birthday celebrations. During the COVID-19 pandemic that has shut down schools, nonessential businesses and normal life for most of the world, […]

COVID deaths in Essex County continue to rise

COVID deaths in Essex County continue to rise

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — As New Jersey continues its statewide lockdown to stem the tide of the novel coronavirus, the state continues to see more and more confirmed COVID-19 cases and COVID-related deaths. As of April 14, according to statistics from the state, New Jersey has had 68,824 confirmed cases and 2,805 deaths. All in […]

Five dead in Bloomfield from coronavirus

Five dead in Bloomfield from coronavirus

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — As the number of positive cases of COVID-19 around the world continues to rise, Bloomfield’s total has risen as well. As of the morning of April 2, according to Essex County, of the 2,607 cases in Essex County, 153 are in Bloomfield. Five people have died from complications of the virus. Mayor […]