More Foster Parents Needed In New Jersey: ‘Be Part Of A Larger Village’

There are close to 3,000 children in foster care in New Jersey. There are roughly 2,000 licensed foster homes.

681,000 Schoolchildren In NJ Will Get Free Meals This Summer

Hundreds of thousands of children across New Jersey are expected to benefit from a nationwide summer meal program, state officials say.

Bloomfield Holds Free Child Car Seat Inspection Events

Bloomfield residents who want some help installing a child car seat can get a lift at the township’s monthly inspection events.

Attention Creators - 2025 National Poison Prevention Week Contest

Tell us your poison story! Open to all students K-12th grade.

Bloomfield Couple Have Livingston Hospital’s First Baby Of 2025

Meet the first baby of the new year at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Essex County.

New School Year Brings Concerns About Exposure to Potential Poisons

Be aware of hidden dangers at home and in school that can lead to potentially dangerous mishaps and calls to the poison control center.

Sleigh Rides In Bloomfield: Town Will Light Up Park Tuesday Night

Want to enjoy the snow day in Bloomfield? The town will be lighting up Pulaski Park on Tuesday evening for local sleigh riders.

Prepare Thanksgiving Dinner Without Worry

Make food safety your first ingredient.

Halloween Safety

Although Halloween is a time filled with exciting and fun activities, it’s a busy time for everyone, including the state’s poison center.

Free Car Seat Installations In Bloomfield: Fire Dept. To Host Event

Need to learn more about how to install a car seat in your vehicle? The Bloomfield Fire Department can show you the ropes.

Free Car Seat Clinic In Bloomfield: Are Your Kids Buckled Correctly?

Nationally certified technicians will offer free checks and installations of car seats for Bloomfield parents.

Bloomfield Launches Monthly Mental Health Workshops For Parents

The workshops will equip parents and caregivers of children, teens, and young adults with support and information.

Glen Ridge Cops Reunite With Baby They Helped To Deliver

Happy belated birthday, Teddy Speck.

19 Kids Adopted In Essex County In Time For The Holidays

More than a dozen families in Essex County had an extra special holiday this year.

2 Family-Friendly Halloween Events Planned In Bloomfield

There will be a “Halloween Spooktacular” and a Haunted Pumpkin Patch in Bloomfield.

Bloomfield Teacher Pens Debut Kids Book About Immigration

“Ask Me About It: Daughter of Immigrants” is a book for children about being a first-generation American.

Bloomfield Firefighters Train To Inspect, Install Child Car Seats

There are now eight certified firefighters eligible to inspect and properly install child safety seats in Bloomfield.

Adopted For The Holidays: Watch New Jersey Families Cry With Joy

"As soon as that gavel raps, as soon as the judge announces it – it's the best feeling in the world ... it just breaks your soul."

Playground For 'All Abilities' Grows In Bloomfield, East Orange

The all-access playground at Watsessing Park has play equipment that can be used by children of all physical abilities.

Essex County Youth: We're At Risk If NJ Cuts Mental Health Funds

Former students from Bloomfield and Maplewood explain how a state-funded program changed their lives — and why it needs to be saved.

Bloomfield Small Business Owner Offers Quarantine Tips For Moms

The owner of Lovlee Art Studios in Bloomfield offers some tips for other mothers who are trying to find their way in a difficult time.

Mother's Hard Work Inspired Bloomfield Environmental Expert

“Her going through college while raising us and relying on my grandparents is one of the biggest lessons I have ever received.”

Bloomfield Mom Working 3 Jobs Loses Everything In Fire

The community is rallying for the victims of a devastating fire in Bloomfield, including a family that lost everything in the blaze.

Bloomfield Teen With Tourette Syndrome Speaks About Anti-Bullying

NJCTS Youth Advocate Dominic Dominguez educates Fair Lawn students about acceptance of others’ differences during Bullying Prevention Month.

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

$10K Grant Will Aid Domestic Violence Nonprofit In Essex County

About 20 percent of the Bloomfield-based nonprofit’s clients live in Montclair and the surrounding area, it stated.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

St. Thomas the Apostle School Pre-K and Kindergarten Program

Deciding where your child will be next year for Pre-K and Kindergarten? Come and learn all about St. Thomas the Apostle School

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

St. Thomas the Apostle School Robotics Excels

Congratulations Brainstormers!!! We are so proud of you!! The St Thomas Brainstormers won first place in the Teamwork Award out of 80 teams

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

Mallory Grossman’s Mom To Speak On Bullying In Bloomfield

Grossman’s 12-year-old daughter, Mallory, committed suicide in the family’s Rockaway home.

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

The Book Fair arrives at St. Thomas the Apostle School

St. Thomas the Apostle School students enjoy every aspect of the Book Fair

Parent Of A Reluctant Reader In Bloomfield? Maybe Brady Can Help

Have a child who doesn’t want to read, Bloomfield? Maybe Brady the dog can help out at a library event on Oct. 13.

Bloomfield To Host Film Screening At Library On Bullying, Suicide

The two short films, “Alone with the Darkness” and “Breaking the Silence,” focus on the interplay of bullying and suicide/depression.

Westbridge Academy Paraprofessional Receives Award

Matthew Clerk Recognized for Outstanding Service

STA School’s Technological Advancements are Astounding

St. Thomas the Apostle School’s strong technological advancements in learning allows for students to master their subjects.

STA School Early Childhood Education Exudes Excellence

St. Thomas the Apostle School Early Childhood Education Exudes Excellence

Read A Bloomfield Family's Message To Dad For Father's Day

It's almost Father's Day. One Bloomfield family had a special message for their dad. Share your own here.

$100-A-Month From Bloomfield Cops Aids Local Families

The Bloomfield Police Department is devoting $100 of its budget every month to helping in-need local families.

Meet These Bloomfield ‘Mother-Daughter Lookalikes’

We asked for your mother-daughter lookalike photos in celebration of Mother's Day. Take a look at this submission from Bloomfield.

Bloomfield Center: Block Party Canceled Due To Weather Forecast

UPDATE: The family-friendly Bloomfield Center Block Party was set for Saturday, May 19. It's been canceled due to the weather forecast.

Wife Blames Drugs For Husband’s Death At Prison In Essex County

“I am broken, empty, lost and upset,” said the wife of an inmate found dead at the state-run prison in New Jersey.

Bloomfield Pride, Clara Maass Team Up To Help LGBTQ Teens

The Feb. 3 fundraiser will benefit the Essex County LGBT Reaching Adolescents In Need (RAIN) Foundation.