The 10 Biggest Belleville and Nutley Stories in March

Paul Bergrin Found Guilty of all 23 Criminal Counts

The trial of Paul Bergrin, a Newark defense attorney who prosecutors say urged the 2004 murder of a witness against one of his clients, has culminated in Bergrin's conviction on 23 criminal counts, according to a report in the Star Ledger published on Monday. 

County K-9 Cop Convicted of $70 Crime Scene Cashgrab

A 12-year veteran of the Essex County Sheriff’s Office was convicted of official misconduct by a County jury. George Ruiz, 46, of Belleville was convicted of official misconduct for stealing $70 in cash from a crime scene.

Photos: Nutley's Saint Patrick's Day Parade

Crowds braved this week's chilly temperatures and scattered snow flurrries to show their green and cheer on the annual Nutley St. Patrick's Day Parade. 

Nutley 'Tanning Mom' Tells Magazine She'll Star in Movie

A published report Wednesday says the Nutley “Tanning Mom,” who was accused last year of bringing her five-year-old daughter into a tanning booth, told InTouch magazine she’ll star in a new movie based on her ordeal.

Nutley Police: Bagpipes Stolen After St. Patty's Parade

Nutley Police say that a set of bagpipes were stolen after the St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 2. According to a Nutley police report, following the parade, a member of the Emerald Society visited the Nutley Elks Club. Shortly after 5:30 p.m., the marcher reportedly put his bagpipes on the a pool table to use the bathroom and found them absent when he returned.

Former Coach Admits to Sex With Student

A former Lyndhurst High School head football coach from Nutley admitted in court he took part in a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old female student and later asked her to lie about the affair, according to a NorthJersey.com report.

Belleville School Budget's $272 Tax Increase Sparks Anger

Spending increases prompted two screaming matches Monday night during the Belleville Board of Education's passage of the $63.5 million school district budget for the 2013-14 academic year, a plan that raises taxes an average of $277 for a home assessed at the township average.

Belleville Man Charged With Alleged Child Pornography Distribution

New Jersey Attorney General Jeffrey S. Chiesa announced the indictment of a 28-year-old Belleville man on Internet child pornography distribution charges, including video showing sexual assaults on young children, according to a published report.

Police: Drunk Motorcycle Rider Damaged Holding Cell After Arrest

Nutley police say a Kearny man became aggressive and damaged two holding cells following his arrest for speeding and driving under the influence. 

Nutley Police: Vandals Damage Cars and Homes

Several homes and automobiles have been damaged this month by vandals throwing eggs, rocks and paintballs, according to Nutley police. Police say vandals with eggs targeted multiple homes on and near Rhoda Avenue on Friday, March 15 and Saturday, March 16.