Linda Federico-O'Murchu, Patch Staff
- Bloomfield, NJ
Hi, I'm Linda Federico-O'Murchu, Bloomfield Local Editor at Patch.com. For the past year and half I've worked as a reporter, photographer and interim editor at Montclair Patch and other Patch sites across Essex County, before becoming the Patch Bloomfield Editor in September 2011.
I have worked in many capacities in media, publishing and the arts through the years. I worked at Newsweek magazine, North Jersey Media and as a freelance writer and photographer. For many years I worked in the New York gallery scene and exhibited my own work (painting and photography) in galleries across the US. I graduated from Pratt Institute with a degree in photography and Communications Design. I have participated in photography workshops in Santa Fe and Puerto Rico and my work has appeared in The New York Times and American Photo. I have been a member of Studio Montclair and the American Society of Media Photographers. I have always been a writer as well, writing for myself and organizing a Children's Literary Salon for 3 years in Montclair. I've alternated between art, writing and photography all my life.
I live in Montclair with my husband and two kids and have a twin sister who lives in Bloomfield. I graduated from Pratt Institute with a degree in Photography and Communications Design. I met my husband, who is from Ireland, after spending a month photographing Belfast, Ireland. We were married in Italy and lived in Paris for 2 years, where my daughter was born. After moving stateside, my son was born at St. Barnabus in Livingston. We have 4 rescue pets - 2 cats & 2 dogs - all of whom have a colorful past.
Posting Activity
Bloomfield|News|
Bloomfield PBA Teams Face Off for Special Olympics "Plane Pull"
Bloomfield PBA Local 32 team is led by Officer Luca Piscatelli, who received an award for the most DUI arrests in Essex County in 2011.
Bloomfield|News|
Letter to Bloomfield From BOE Prez: Join the Fight for Our Community
This letter was submitted by Board of Education President Mary Shaughnessy, who invited Bloomfield residents to attend a September 30 symposium that focuses on critical issues impacting local communities.
Montclair, NJ|News|
Vendors Wanted for Greyhound Friends of NJ Show
The Nov. 17-18 craft show will aid retired racing greyhounds; some dogs will be available for adoption at the event.
Bloomfield|News|
Cops Said Teens With a Gun Were Waiting for Pizza Delivery Man
Two teenage boys were arrested after they allegedly waited for a pizza delivery man in a darkened alleyway with a gun.
Bloomfield|News|
Mayor Bags Groceries at ShopRite to Fight Hunger
Mayor McCarthy pitched in at the Brookdale ShopRite Wednesday afternoon as part of the supermarket's "Partners in Caring" event.
Bloomfield|News|
Oakeside Music Series Continues Sept 30
Award-winning songwriter Ilene Angel, singer/songwriter Garry Novikoff and Broadway singer Sarah Rice will perform.
Bloomfield|News|
Bloomfield Bengals Sports News & Schedule
Information provided by the Bloomfield High School Athletic Department.
Bloomfield|News|
Vendors Wanted for Greyhound Friends of NJ Show
The Nov. 17-18 craft show will aid retired racing greyhounds; some dogs will be available for adoption at the event.
Bloomfield|News|
Mayor McCarthy Partners with ShopRite Wednesday to Fight Hunger
McCarthy will be bagging groceries tomorrow as part of ShopRite's "Partners in Caring" program to help bag hunger.
Bloomfield|News|
Councilman Supports Adoption of Pitbull
After another township council meeting devoted to Memphis the pitbull, Bloomfield Councilman Bernard Hamilton said the issue needs to be resolved.
Bloomfield|News|
The Week Ahead in Bloomfield
Your Patch guide to what's happening this week around town.
Bloomfield|News|
Supporters March For Memphis, But No Resolution in Sight
Saturday's well-attended event garnered community support for the homeless dog and the couple who are trying to adopt him.
Bloomfield|News|
"Living Classroom" Will Bring Bloomfield Students Close to Nature
Science, ecology, community awareness and the arts are coming together in an innovative new Bloomfield Middle School program created by the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission.
Montclair, NJ|News|
The Lion's Den: Cerf Debates Opportunity Scholarship Act With Concerned Parents
Dr. Renee Baskerville hosts Information session Tuesday night followed by public Q & A.
Bloomfield|News|
School Overcrowding, Memphis Pressure Continues, Among Bloomfield Top Stories
A recap of the top Bloomfield stories this week.
Bloomfield|News|
Residents Concerned About Overcrowding, Flooding Re: Lion Gate Development
Bloomfield residents raised issues at the Town Council meeting about the proposal to build 104 new residential units on the Lion Gate-Scientific Glass property.
Bloomfield|News|
Tasty Recipes For Rosh Hashanah
These easy and tasty recipes for a side dish and dessert will help make your holiday deliciously simple.
Bloomfield|News|
Opinion Editorial to Board of Ed: "Recognize Our Dismal Rankings"
The following letter was written to the Board of Education by Bloomfield parent, Bea Binkowska and presented during the public portion of Tuesday night's meeting.
Bloomfield|News|
Bloomfield Bengals Sports News & Schedule
Information provided by the Bloomfield High School Athletic Department.