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Every Vote Counts: General Election Information 

If you're anything like me, you feel the entire voting process is rather confusing!  If you did not already know, the Borough of Oakland... more ››

John and Jenn Maimone

Maimone Family Holiday Display Brings Community Together to Help Those In Need

If you have lived in Oakland for any length of time, then you indubitably heard about the extraordinary display of holiday lights exhibited... more ››

Mayor Linda H. Schwager

Mayor's Message - October 2022

Oakland is a terrific town to raise a family.  We have many activities for our families.  We have terrific schools.  AND most of all we... more ››

Deputy Borough Clerk Wendi Francis-Seelin

Meet Oakland's New Deputy Borough Clerk: Wendi Francis-Seelin

Oakland’s newest public servant is an amiable Ramsey native and municipal worker who was hired in May as the deputy borough clerk.She also... more ››

Mayor Linda H. Schwager

Mayor's Message - September 2022

Our Oakland residents are well known for helping people in need. At this time,  one of our residents needs help. His name is Paul Gourhan

Kirstine and Marilyn Morello

Oakland Parents Turn Loss Of Daughter Into Inspiration To Help Others

In 1995, at the age of 26, Kristine Morello was diagnosed with a form of cancer known as Ewing’s sarcoma.

Mayor Linda H. Schwager

Mayor's Message - August 2022

The Borough of Oakland has made national news!  Last week we were on television.  To be more exact, we were a question on the show, ... more ››

Peter Festa

Oakland Man's Journey to Becoming a Mariner

Tugboats, a New York City icon, were steam-driven in the 17th Century.

Mayor Linda H. Schwager

Mayor's Message - July 2022

A special thank you to the Oakland Public Events Committee for running a very successful Oakland Carnival in June.  Without the help of the... more ››

Lisa Duncan

Longtime Oakland Borough Clerk Lisa Duncan Retires

On May 31, 2022, Oakland Borough said goodbye and good luck to one of its most beloved employees—retiring Borough Clerk Lisa Duncan.Duncan... more ››

Oakland Community Garden

Everything’s Coming Up Roses (Or Mums or Veggies) at the Oakland Community Garden

The Oakland Community Garden just marked its first birthday. The flourishing garden truly emphasizes the word community.

Mayor Linda H. Schwager

Mayor's Message - May 2022

On Tuesday, April 12, 2022, Oakland Board of Education held its annual School Board Election.

Mayor Linda H. Schwager

Mayor's Message - April 2022

My message this month concerns the effects on our residents of Russia's invasion into Ukraine.  Many of our residents are outraged and wish... more ››

Mayor Linda H. Schwager

Mayor's Message - March 2022

Background information as the why Oakland implemented a Reval/Reassessment at this time:

Mayor Linda H. Schwager

Mayor's Message - February 2022

I cannot begin my winter message without a shout out to the Oakland Department of Public Works for keeping our roads clear and doing your... more ››

Troop 49

Local Boy Scout Troop 49 Making a Difference in the Community and Lives of its Members

The foundation for the person a child will become begins early in life.Beyond the profound influence of family, Boy Scout Troop 49, the... more ››

Oakland First Aid Squad Chief Jeff Marcheso

Meet Oakland First Aid Squad Chief Jeff Marcheso

When there is an accident in Oakland where injuries are sustained or there is a medical event in a home or a calamity in a public place, a... more ››

Valley Middle School Administrator Gregg Desiderio

A Conversation with Gregg Desiderio, Valley Middle School Administrator

Gregg J. Desiderio’s title during his 28-year career at Valley Middle School has changed numerous times.But one thing has remained the same... more ››

Mayor Linda H. Schwager

Mayor's Message - December 2021

December is a month filled with excitement and joy.  Our town adds to the excitement with all the activities planned by our fantastic, hard... more ››

Pickleball court

Pickleball Arrives in Oakland

Pickleball was first introduced to Oaklanders on an experimental basis last fall when residents were invited to come and play in the... more ››

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