Police and Fire

From the South Orange Police Department blotter: March 19, 2024 *****UPDATE ARREST***** On March…

The following press release is from Maplewood Police Officer Bruno Marto. In a followup…

This evening, the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office released the seven-page criminal complaint regarding the…

As Frank Sanchez appeared in court on Tuesday, many community members flooded the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office with phone calls supporting him.

“No matter what our feelings may be at this time, our focus must be on meeting the needs of Columbia High School students, their families, and staff,” said Acting Supt. Dr. Kevin Gilbert.

Meanwhile, Maplewood police report: “Officers were able to locate students from another area high school a few blocks away. The students’ parents and schools were contacted and the juveniles were ultimately turned over to family members.”

A second Code Yellow was called in the afternoon: “The police again swept the building and determined it was safe to dismiss students. The police remained on campus through the afternoon as students were dismissed. At no time were any weapons found.”

From the Maplewood Township Committee: In Maplewood we stand for inclusivity, respect, and understanding.…

From Maplewood Police: On Thursday, February 15, 2024 at approximately 7:30 PM, the Maplewood…

“We will do everything in our power that we can to try to make this situation, this time period, less frightening for you,” said Public Safety Chair Jamaine Cripe to public commenters.