Caldwell Police Department NJ

10/21/2026

10/14/2026

Halloween on the Ave is Back!

Join us on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM for Halloween on the Ave in Downtown Caldwell!

Children are encouraged to dress in their favorite Halloween costumes and enjoy an afternoon of trick-or-treating at participating downtown businesses!

Safety Reminder: Crossing guards will be stationed at intersections throughout the downtown area to assist pedestrians and help ensure safe crossings.

We remind motorists to remain alert, reduce their speed, and use extra caution while traveling through the downtown area. Pedestrians are encouraged to utilize designated crosswalks and remain aware of their surroundings.

The Caldwell Police Department looks forward to seeing everyone and wishes all participants a fun and safe Halloween celebration!

10/12/2026

UPDATE: Kaplan Municipal Parking Lot (Gould/Jack’s Lot) Closure

Due to inclement weather, the resurfacing schedule for the Kaplan Municipal Parking Lot (Gould/Jack’s Lot) has been revised.

Paving is scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, 2026, and restriping is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

The lot will remain completely closed during this work. No parking will be permitted, including permit parking.

Weather permitting, the lot is expected to reopen on Thursday, October 15, 2026.

Employees, customers, and residents are encouraged to use the Hanford, Parsons, Smull, Firehouse, and Cook’s Municipal Parking Lots or legal parking spaces on surrounding streets.

We apologize for the extended inconvenience and thank you for your continued patience and cooperation.

10/09/2026

Hiring Full-Time and Part-Time School Crossing Guards.

Applications are available at Caldwell Police Headquarters located at 24B Smull Avenue in Caldwell. Please call 973-226-2600 with any questions!

Borough of Caldwell

10/06/2026

🚸 WE’RE HIRING! 🚸

The Caldwell Police Department is currently seeking Substitute Crossing Guards to help keep our students and community safe.

💲 $25 per hour
📅 Flexible schedule
🚨 Positions available immediately

Applications are available Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, at the Caldwell Police Department, 24B Smull Avenue.

Join our team and make a positive impact in our community!

09/11/2026

Today we remember the lives that were lost on 9/11/2001 and the first responders who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

09/02/2026

Please be advised that on or about September 14, 2026, the Kaplan (Gould Lot) Municipal Parking Lot is scheduled to be repaved.

The construction is expected to last at least two days. During this time, the Kaplan Lot will be unavailable for parking.

While the lot is closed, employees and customers are asked to utilize other available municipal parking lots, including the Hanford Lot, Parsons Lot, Smull Lot, Firehouse Lot, and Cook’s Lot. Legal parking spaces on surrounding local streets may also be utilized.

Please be mindful of all posted parking restrictions and regulations when utilizing alternate parking locations.

We apologize for any inconvenience this temporary closure may cause and appreciate your patience and cooperation while this necessary work is completed.