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Bloomfield, New Jersey

Located in Essex County, New Jersey, Bloomfield was established in 1812. Adjacent to Newark and Montclair. Bloomfield College is here.
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Founded 1812 | Population 51,000 | Peak 51,000 (2024) | County Essex County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Bloomfield, New Jersey

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1812 Founded: Bloomfield was founded in Essex County.
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1812 Incorporated: Essex County.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Bloomfield's character and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Bloomfield continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in Bloomfield

Mar 23, 2026
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May 12, 2016
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Apr 25, 2016
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Apr 25, 2016
New Jersey University Probes Threats Against African Americans
New Brunswick, N.J. (April 25, 2016) — A New Jersey university launched an investigation into a wave of threatening messages aim…
Feb 15, 2016
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Feb 12, 2016
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Complete Historical Timeline

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Did You Know?

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Adjacent to Newark and Montclair.
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Bloomfield College is here.
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Essex County township.
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Bloomfield was founded in 1812.
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Bloomfield has a population of approximately 51,000.

Famous People from Bloomfield, New Jersey

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Kelly Tripucka
Basketball Player · Born Feb 16, 1959 · Age 67
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Randolph Bourne
Writer · Born May 30, 1886 · Died Dec 22, 1918 (age 32)

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