Follow local news and events in Belleville with The Jersey Bee. Here is the The Daily Buzz for Feb. 20, 2024 from The Jersey Bee.
Local news
Belleville will be testing a new water main on Watsessing Ave. and surrounding streets starting on Feb. 16. This may cause a dip in water pressure or discolored water through Feb. 21.
Belleville-Nutley Patch
Belleville Town Council recently voted down a proposed ordinance that would have guaranteed a $3.75 million bond for upgrades to the local public school district. The bond, which was voted down 4-3, would have set aside funds for projects including a turf sports field, furniture upgrades, maintenance vehicles, and an “E-Theatre” for e-sports. Mayor Michael Melham, who voted against the ordinance, said the bond is too premature to consider at this stage, and cited concerns about repayment projections.
Belleville-Nutley Patch
Belleville’s American Legion Auxiliary Unit 105 to host a fundraising dinner on Feb. 22 in Bloomfield. The event is from 5-9 p.m. at BGR: Burgers Grilled Right, 56 Broad St. Preregistration is required. Add to 📅.
The Nutley Pulse
Belleville library to host a Black History Month event on Feb. 22. The event begins at 6 p.m. and features guest speaker and State Assemblyman Jamel Curtis Holley. Add to 📅.
Belleville Township
Newark 16- and 17-year-olds will not be able to vote in the coming April school board elections due to insufficient time to set up necessary voter registration systems. Last month, Newark city council members passed an ordinance lowering the voting age to 16 for school elections. Members were recently told that the Statewide Voter Registration System cannot hold partial voter registration.
New Jersey Globe
Arc of Essex County plans free “Children’s Block Printing Class” for ages 6-12 on Feb. 22 in Fairfield. The class is from 4-5:30 p.m. at Studio Arc, 10 Kingsbridge Rd. Participants will experiment with different printing tools and techniques. Preregistration is required. Add to 📅.
The Arc of Essex County
New Jersey Historical Commission to host “Money, Power, Respect: Early Black Women Entrepreneurs and Community Leaders in N.J.” virtual panel on Feb. 22. The event, scheduled from 6:30-8 p.m., will discuss the lives of early Black women entrepreneurs and community leaders who established businesses, banks, and shelters for Black girls and women. Preregistration is required. Add to 📅.
New Jersey Historical Commission
Bloomfield College of Montclair State University, is suspending six of its 13 athletic programs indefinitely due to a review of services. This comes after decision affects 23 student-athletes, including 18 that receive partial scholarships. Administrators said they will review each student’s case for financial aid opportunities and all athletes have the opportunity to try out for Montclair State University’s Division III teams.
Montclair Patch
Regional news
PSE&G has a proactive vegetation management program to keep trees and other plants away from power lines. The utility provider trims trees throughout the year. Residents can report trees interfering with utility poles or wires on the PSE&G website.
PSE&G
