Borough of Essex Fells, NJ

09/01/2026

Labor Day Holiday Schedule for the Essex Fells Recycling Center:

Thursday, September 3rd - 7:00am to 3:30pm

Friday, September 4th – 7:00am to 12:00pm

09/01/2026

PSE&G will be in town replacing telephone poles in the areas below: Thur,9/10 - 303 Roseland Ave & 112 Wootton Road; Fri,9/11 - 108 Wootton Road & 16 Welsh Road; Sat,9/12 - 200 Rensselaer Road (two poles). Road will likely be closed until the pole is set.

07/21/2026

Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. invites the public to visit the Essex County Parks System and enjoy the 2026 Essex County Free Summer Music Concert Series. Upcoming concerts include The Verdict: Sounds of the Caribbean; Xtreme Queen and a Caribbean Festival.

“Our Free Concert Series offers a diverse lineup of performers who will take center stage in venues throughout our historic Essex County Park System. Pack a blanket, enjoy the cool evening breeze and dance to the sounds of classical, rock and roll, jazz, big band, Latin and more,” DiVincenzo said.

Upcoming concerts feature The Verdict: Sounds of the Caribbean; Xtreme Queen and a Caribbean Festival   Essex County, NJ – Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. invites the public to visit the Essex County Parks System and enjoy the 2026 Essex County Free Summer Music Concert Series. U...

07/17/2026

Tax, Water & Sewer Payments can be made 24/7 via the website. There is also a secure lockbox located behind boro hall. Any questions, reach out to the tax collector at [email protected] or 973-226-3400. Tax Due: Aug 1st. Sewer Due: Aug 3rd. Water Due: Aug 24th.

07/17/2026

Governor Sherrill Directs the Lowering of U.S. and New Jersey Flags in Honor of Firefighter Robert W. Reider, III

Governor Mikie Sherrill today signed Executive Order No. 21, ordering U.S. and New Jersey flags to fly at half-staff on Friday, July 17, 2026, in recognition and in mourning of Firefighter Robert W. Reider, III. Firefighter Reider passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026, from injuries sustained while responding to a fire call on June 27, 2026. A volunteer firefighter with the Malaga Fire Company, Firefighter Reider joined the department as a junior firefighter at just 16 years old and served his community with professionalism and bravery.

“Robert Reider answered the call to serve his community from a young age, demonstrating remarkable courage, selflessness, and dedication as a volunteer firefighter,” said Governor Sherrill. “His sacrifice is a solemn reminder of the risks our first responders take every day to keep New Jerseyans safe. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and fellow members of the Malaga Fire Company.”

This Order shall take effect immediately.

07/16/2026

Essex County, NJ – Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. invites the public to visit the Essex County Parks System and enjoy the 2026 Essex County Free Summer Music Concert Series. The County Executive announced that Swingman and The Misfit Mutts will replace Jersey Sound at the July 29th concert in Essex County Belleville Park.

“Our Free Concert Series offers a diverse lineup of performers who will take center stage in venues throughout our historic Essex County Park System. Pack a blanket, enjoy the cool evening breeze and dance to the sounds of classical, rock and roll, jazz, big band, Latin and more,” DiVincenzo said.

Swingman and The Misfit Mutts
Swingman and The Misfit Mutts is a contemporary band with Swing and Blues overtones that will bring the audience back to a time when people just simply got together to hear amazing musical talent and looked forward to a night out of dancing and fun. Whether you choose to listen, tap your shoes, or cut the rug on the dance floor, you are sure to be entertained! Enjoy the sounds of Swing, cha-cha, jitterbug, rumba and much more. Swingman and The Misfit Mutts will perform as follows:

Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Place: Essex County Belleville Park
Belleville Avenue
Belleville, NJ

The SummerMusic Concert Series is being sponsored by Rose Squared Productions. The series is also made possible, in part, by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State.

Concerts are held at accessible sites. Individuals who require special accommodations or assistance are asked to call at least two weeks prior to the concert to alert staff as to their needs. Admission to the concerts is free. For more information, please call the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs at 973‑268-3500 x6231.

07/07/2026

PSE&G Continues Final Phase of Major Storm Restoration Effort, Restoring Power to More Than 380,000 Customers, Working Around-the-Clock in Hard-Hit Areas

(NEWARK, N.J. – July 7, 2026) – Working around-the-clock, PSE&G is nearing completion of one of the largest storm restoration efforts in its history. A multiday heatwave was followed by three consecutive days of high winds and severely damaging storms that hit nearly every part of New Jersey over the July 4th holiday weekend. Crews continue working around the clock to safely complete repairs in the remaining hard-hit locations, where widespread damage has required extensive restoration of the electric system. We are doing this as quickly and safely as conditions allow.
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07/02/2026

As a reminder, Tax, Water and Sewer Payments can be made 24/7 via the borough website.

There is also a secure lockbox located behind borough hall, in the rear parking lot.

Any questions, as always, you can reach out to the tax collector via email ([email protected]) or 973-226-3400.

07/01/2026

Please be advised that Sewer Bills are being mailed out and will be due August 8th, 2026. Please see our additional letter below regarding changes made to the 2026 Sewer Bills.

07/01/2026

Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., Essex County Executive, and the Board of County Commissioners invite families to enjoy the Butterfly Tent Safari at the Essex County Environmental Center, Garibaldi Hall.

This interactive summer experience features live butterflies and butterfly-themed programming for all ages. Visitors can walk through the butterfly tent, observe the beauty of live butterflies, and enjoy opportunities to learn more about nature, insects, and butterfly gardening.

Dates: Saturday, July 11 through Saturday, July 25, 2026
Location: Essex County Environmental Center, Garibaldi Hall
Address: 621-B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ 07068
Weekday Tent Hours: Monday through Friday, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Saturday Tent Hours: July 11, 18, and 25, 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Suggested Donation: $10 per person for butterfly tent visitation
Note: The event is closed on Sunday

Walk-ins are welcome for butterfly tent visitation. Butterfly-themed programs are also available for all ages, with preregistration required. Scheduled programs are $15 per person and include entrance to the butterfly tent.