Mayor's Message -- September 2020
My message this month is a very important reminder to all of you to submit your census form. Why?
Mayor's Message - August 2020
Transparency in our local government and keeping Oakland residents informed is one of the most important goals of my administration.
Oakland Communications Commission Seeking Volunteer to Serve as Secretary
The Oakland Communications Commission is seeking a town volunteer to serve as the Commission's Secretary. The role includes preparation of... more ››
Mayor's Message -- July 2020
We, in New Jersey, are now enjoying the re-opening of services and activities. As each entity opens, we should remember to follow proper... more ››
Alison Fleeson and Carol Peterson Named “Hometown Heroes” by Congressman Josh Gottheimer
Congressman Josh Gottheimer named Oakland residents Alison Fleeson and Carol Peterson as recipients of the 5th District Hometown Heroes... more ››
Mayor's Message -- June 2020
We have all been impacted by the pandemic. We want to know how this is affecting our children.
Oaklanders Create New Weekly Cable Program to Teach Skills, Share Expertise and Offer Some Respite During Lockdown
They say necessity is the mother of invention.The pandemic has shown that to be true, as the unprecedented lockdown and lack of physical... more ››
Oakland Loses a Hero--Assistant Fire Chief Gary Walker, Gone Too Soon at 53
Gary Walker, a devoted husband and father, and an Oakland resident who dedicated most of his life to protecting and serving the public,... more ››
Mayor's Message -- May 2020
Some of the newest words and phrases in our vocabulary are "stay home;" "isolation;" "quarantine;" social distancing;" and "stay safe." ... more ››
Our Very Own Angel: Oakland Nurse Helps Borough Residents Connect with Hospitalized Loved Ones Battling Coronavirus
The coronavirus patient at Valley Hospital was sedated and on a ventilator.Like others stricken in one of the worst ways by the elusive... more ››
Submit Your Photos to Us!
On an upcoming episode of the new Oakland TV program, “This Week in Oakland”, the TV Committee wants to see your photos of how you and your... more ››
Communications Commission Announces New Program Called "This Week in Oakland"
The Communications Commission and the Oakland Television Committee have spent their extra time for a good use and is excited to air a new... more ››
Trying Times: the Pandemic Hits Oakland, Sickening Some Residents and Bringing Out Remarkable Acts of Charity and Support
Mayor's Message - April 2020
I write a message every month to inform our residents about the events and programs scheduled in our town. However, at this time, for the... more ››
Message from Oakland Police Department
We, the Oakland Police Department, understand there may be a lot of anxiety these days due to the COVID-19 situation. The pandemic has... more ››
Mayor's Message -- March 2020
Congratulations to the Indian Hills High School Academic Decathlon Team for their accomplishments. The team scored high in the Regionals... more ››
Oakland Police Chief Keith Sanzari, Proudly Leading and Serving in "the Community that Raised Me"
When Oakland Police Chief Keith Sanzari was getting ready to go to college in the mid-1990s, many of his friends planned to pursue the... more ››
Snow Parking Reminder from Oakland Police Department
As a reminder to residents, according to Borough Ordinance 7-15 no one is permitted to park a vehicle on Borough streets between the hours... more ››
Mayor's Message -- February 2020
For this month’s message, I am writing about “people helping people,” and how lucky we are to reside in a community where neighbors look... more ››