Follow local news and events in Bloomfield with The Jersey Bee. Here is The Daily Buzz for Apr. 30, 2026 from The Jersey Bee.
LOCAL NEWS
Bloomfield residents can attend a virtual information session on May 7 discussing a proposed ordinance, or local law, to change the process for collecting sewer fees. It begins at 6 p.m. on the township Facebook page and WBMA-TV. Residents can submit questions about the ordinance by emailing InfoSession@BloomfieldTwpNJ.com by May 4.
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Bloomfield Township
Public speaking workshop planned with Islamic Alliance of NJ on May 6 in Bloomfield. It is from 7-8 p.m. at the Bloomfield Civc Center. Attendees will learn how to minimize nerves, improve delivery, and speak with confidence. Free admission. Registration is required.
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Bloomfield Township
Bloomfield residents ages 14+ can attend a self-care soak workshop with the recreation department on May 8. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Oakeside Cultural Center. Admission includes materials for making a soak for hands and feet. Tickets are available online for purchase.
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Bloomfield Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Department
Montclair Film is accepting festival internship applications until Jun. 5. Interns will help with the festival’s day-to-day operations before, during, and after the event dates, scheduled for Oct. 16-25. The internship is from August to November. To apply, email resume and cover letter to production@montclairfilm.org. Stipend available after completing the internship.
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Montclair Film
Newark Water Coalition seeks volunteers to clean the Passaic River shoreline along Newark’s Riverfront Park on May 9. It is from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 709 Raymond Blvd. Registration is required.
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Newark Water Coalition
The Brookdale, a bar and restaurant in Bloomfield, recently closed. It opened in 2020 and was located at 1099 Broad St. Its owners will continue to operate Ladyfingers Bakery and Bar, located at 1109 Broad St.
Montclair Girl
Youth ages 5-14 can attend Montclair YMCA’s “Camp at the Lake” sessions this summer in West Milford. Programs include day camp, outdoor camp, and sports camp from June to August. Located at 131 Germantown Rd. Registration is required.
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YMCA of Montclair
Belleville public schools is hiring a pre-K teacher. Application is available online until May 14.
Belleville Public Schools
Stargazing session planned with Glen Ridge library on May 4. It is from 9-10:30 p.m. at Hurrell Field and led by with the Morris Museum Astronomical Society. Registration is not required. Youth younger than 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Glen Ridge Public Library
Out Montclair seeks local performers for its 2026 Montclair Pride parade, scheduled Jun. 13. Performers must apply by May 15. Open to dancers, singers, artists, poets, bands, and more. The parade is from 12-8 p.m. at Lackawanna Station. Apply online.
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Youth in grades 6-12 can sample American Asian and Pacific Islander snacks at Nutley library on May 7. It begins at 3 p.m. and is in celebration of AAPI month. Registration is not required.
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Nutley Public Library
REGIONAL NEWS
Gov. Mikie Sherrill published an online budget transparency portal, N.J. Report Card, that outlines proposed statewide spending plans for 2027. It includes descriptions of proposed funding for programs and a breakdown of costs. In March, Sherrill presented a $60.7 billion budget proposal for 2027 with investments towards education, transportation, and property tax relief. The proposed annual budget is 4.5% higher than last year’s while the annual rate of inflation is at 2.4%, meaning that spending increases are adjusted to keep up with rising costs. The final state budget draft is due on Jun. 30.
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