Several black bear sightings have been reported out of Bergen County in recent days. Overall, reported black bear incidents are down 28.21% in New Jersey in 2025, according to the DEP.

A black bear cub is seen walking down Main Street in Boonton on June 18 glancing at the Darress Theatre marquee: "SMALL TOWN, BIG HEART." The photo was posted to social media and spread quickly.

Black bear sightings and overall incidents in New Jersey are down in ... with 103, followed by Warren County with 65 and Morris County with ... Black bear sightings in NJ down in 2025, DEP reports.

The 20-year-old bear walked through an unlocked gate at the West Orange zoo and was discovered by staff in less than five minutes, according to a statement issued zoo officials. Jelly didn’t get ...

Black bear attacks are rare and they are usually afraid of humans." A Hackensack resident warned neighbors about a bear on June 8 in a post on the Bergen County NJ Lost and Found Pets Facebook page.

Black bear attacks are rare and they are usually afraid of humans." A Hackensack resident warned neighbors about a bear on June 8 in a post on the Bergen County NJ Lost and Found Pets Facebook page.