Mayor's Message - November 2021
Veteran's Day is observed annually on November 11th regardless of the day of the week. It has not been moved to a Monday like so many other... more ››
Dan Logatto, A Towering Figure in Oakland's Youth Recreational Sports
Dan Logatto, Oakland's softball and wrestling commissioner, knows first-hand the benefits that children derive from sports.
Mayor's Message - September 2021
In the September issue of New Jersey Monthly Magazine, Oakland was featured in the article, "the next hot markets--with housing... more ››
Remembering Thomas McGinnis, Oakland Resident Who Perished in Sept. 11 Attack
When terrorists attacked the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001, Oakland resident Thomas McGinnis was on the 92nd floor of the North... more ››
Meet Sean Bowe, Dogwood Hill School Principal
Sean Bowe comes from a family of educators.His grandfather was the superintendent of schools in Little Falls and his father was a teacher... more ››
Oakland Police Officer Shares Recollections of Sept. 11, 2001
When Officer Ed McDermott was a little boy, he would often accompany his grandfather around North Bergen and listen with intrigue as he and... more ››
Oakland Teen Receives National Recognition
Jake King, a 2021 graduate of Indian Hills High, is pursuing a career in the “trades.”
Oakland to Unveil New Football Field This Fall
Anyone with a child who plays football in town, knows what their field looked like very early into their football season. Oakland’s natural... more ››
Mayor's Message - August 2021
Congratulations to our Oakland resident, Caron McCormick, whom we nominated as our Hometown Hero and chosen to receive the award from... more ››
Mayor's Message - July 2021
We have seen the proof this summer that we are turning the corner towards meeting and greeting everyone in person.
Oakland Carnival Returns to the Delight of Residents Eager to Socialize and Savor Scrumptious Zeppolis
The aroma of zeppolis and greasy cheeseburgers. The squeals of delighted children. The sight of revelers trying their luck at game booths.
Oakland TV Announces New Verizon FIOS HD Channel 2145; Channel 45 to be Discontinued on or about July 16, 2021
As of June 15, 2021, Oakland’s Local Access Television Channel is now available on Verizon FiOS Channel 2145 in full HD for residents who... more ››
Oakland Gets A Dog Park, And A Son Fulfills A Vow In Memory Of His Mother
At long last, Oakland got its very own dog park on Mother’s Day weekend, when it officially opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the... more ››
Mayor's Message - June 2021
Flag Day is held each year on June 14th to commemorate the adoption of the United States Flag.
Oakland Police Department Warns About Package Theft
On May 5, 2021, three Oakland residents had packages stolen from their front porch. The detective bureau was provided security camera... more ››
Barbie Sue Allegretta: Oakland's Smiling 'Horse Lady'
Barbie Sue Allegretta was standing outside the Oakland Post Office one day, and smiling knowingly as passers-by did double-takes, with some... more ››
Mayor's Message - May 2021
In the past I have attempted to organize a committee to help our residents with disabilities. The committee would serve to help enhance the... more ››
Oakland Braves Roller Hockey Junior Division Champions
On Saturday, March 27th, the Oakland Braves Roller Hockey team won the North Jersey Youth Roller Hockey Association (NJYRHA) Championship... more ››
Oakland’s Football Field to Get a New Sod Surface
In keeping with Oakland tradition, along with those of the LA Coliseum and Lambeau Field, our Edward Delmour Field will remain a natural... more ››
Meet Officer Jacquelyn Jensen: “This Is What I Was Meant To Do”
From the time Jacquelyn Jensen was a child, the thought of becoming a police officer appealed to her.“From the earliest things I remember,... more ››