Long-serving Steve Rovell looks to take mayor’s seat

Now in his fifth term as a Belleville lawmaker, Steve Rovell is seeking to topple incumbent…

EDITORIAL — With elections upcoming, the truth continues to matter

Over the last few weeks, we’ve seen, online, a lot “crazed” rhetoric.

ECPO: Man charged with killing his girlfriend in Belleville

Johnny Rivera, 52, of the Bronx, is charged with killing his own girlfriend, the ECPO says.

Vendors sought for Belleville’s inaugural farmers market

All vendors are required to submit a completed packet by June 3. Participation fees are $25…

Belleville implementing ‘Blue Star’ program for most vulnerable residents

The Township of Belleville is providing help and hope for senior citizens, handicapped residents and others…

Belleville Historical Society celebrates Chinese Memorial Day

Scores of visitors at the Belleville Reformed Church Cemetery observed the traditional Chinese memorial day

For many serving overseas, life just got a little sweeter

Let’s be real for a moment — is there an American who doesn’t like one type…

Belleville Historical Society produces stirring video tribute to township men killed in Vietnam

March 29 was Vietnam Veterans Memorial Day and as part of that, the Belleville Historical Society…

Belleville Historical Society completes grave restoration on DeJessa’s anniversary — unknowingly

March 26, however, is a date the Belleville Historical Society will always remember.

School board wants middle school annex

The Belleville Board of Education hopes to partner with the township to acquire a former private…

What’s the issue with trash collection in Belleville?

Ever since Belleville’s governing body voted to dump its perennial trash collector earlier this year, the…

First-ever farmers market coming to Belleville

Belleville will partner with an out-of-town nonprofit to produce its first Farmers Market program, expected to…

Kearny man dies following motor cycle crash in Belleville: police

A Kearny man suffered fatal injuries as the result of a spill taken while riding his…

Belleville Bucs look to bounce back after rough 2021 season

Joe Sorce understands the perception that comes with a 6-18 record like the one Belleville had…

BELLEVILLE BUNCH

The Secretary of the Smithsonian's long life journey began in 1952 in Belleville.

Belleville cited as ‘Healthy Town to Watch’

Belleville has been recognized for its commitment to creating a healthier place to live through initiatives…

Belleville stands in solidarity with Ukraine with display

More than two dozen paintings have been hung near the entryway to Town Hall...

Belleville PBA endorses mayoral candidate for first time ‘in decades’

The local PBA is throwing its support behind the incumbent.

Laquindanum: Belleville’s little big man

BELLEVILLE – At first glance, you might not be overly impressed with Belleville High School senior…

Belleville Historical Society restoring abolitionist’s monument

In commemoration of Black History Month, the Belleville Historical Society is restoring the monument of New…

Belleville re-partners with sister city, Forino, Italy

Ciao, Forino! Belleville and the Italian town of 5,376 residents about 500 miles south of Rome…

US Attorney: Local man admits to distributing child sex abuse images

An Essex County man admitted to using a Web-based application to distribute multiple images and videos…

OBSERVER ATHLETE OF THE WEEK — Lyndhurst’s McCormick incredibly sets new standards

This might be the most remarkable Athlete of the Week feature written here over the last…

Guarino gets Super visit from Belleville’s Bengal on her 93rd birthday

In Memoriam: Nutley’s Gerard ‘Jerry’ Tolve — 1962-2022

Eight months ago, we brought you the story of Nutley’s Gerard “Jerry” Tolve, a well-known singer…

Belleville raises flag to honor the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Councilman Thomas Graziano, Mayor Michael Melham, Rev. Dwayne McCain of the Little Zion Church, Darryl Jeffries…

Devils’ legend Ken Daneyko visits Clara Maass for dedication

Belleville Deputy Mayor De Peña kicks off ‘Hope to Courage’ initiative, but what’s it all about?

Whether in her role as Belleville Deputy Mayor, a small business owner, an ordained minister or…

Thousands of children enjoy camels and candy at Belleville’s Three Kings event

The little girl with the pink hat who was peeking out the sun roof of her…

Belleville Legions donate toys to Camp Polite

The Post also sponsors a Toys-for Tots collection annually