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Allendale Middle School Safety Alert: Police Investigation Clears “Suspicious Person” Report at Brookside

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A staff member at the Allendale middle school noticed an “abnormal condition” within the building that suggested an unknown person might be walking through the halls

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Allendale NJ, In an era where school safety is the top priority for every parent, a Friday morning scare in Bergen County put local protocols to the test. On March 13, Brookside Middle School in Allendale, NJ, was briefly placed on hold as police swarmed the building to investigate reports of an unauthorized individual on the premises.

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Ben’s 320th Birthday Gift: NJ Borough Reclaims Franklin Turnpike for the Patriot Cause

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The Great “Franklin” Flip: Why This NJ Town Just Re-Named Its Main Road After a Different Founding Father

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Allendale NJ, It’s apparently never too late to set the historical record straight. Two days before what would have been Benjamin Franklin’s 320th birthday on January 17, 2026, the borough of Allendale, NJ, issued a surprising proclamation. They are “renaming” their 2-mile stretch of the iconic Franklin Turnpike.

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A Conservation Queen: Remembering Lillian “Sis” Thomas, Co-Founder of Allendale’s Celery Farm

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NJ Honors 101-Year-Old Legend! The Woman Who Saved Allendale’s Celery Farm Dies—See Her Amazing Legacy

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ALLENDALE, NJ – The Borough of Allendale and the wider Bergen County conservation community are mourning the loss of a true environmental pioneer. Lillian “Sis” Thomas (née Myer), who partnered with her late husband, Stiles Thomas, to create and preserve the cherished Celery Farm Natural Area, passed away on November 28, 2025, at the age of 101.

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Cheers to 90 Years! Bergen County’s Kunisch Family Wins Top Restaurateur Award as Allendale Bar & Grill Celebrates Milestone

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From Babe Ruth’s Stop to Top Honors: The Secret Sauce of NJ’s Restaurateur of the Year—90 Years of History at Allendale Bar & Grill

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Allendale NJ,  in a major honor for Bergen County’s vibrant dining scene, the Kunisch family, owners of the beloved Allendale Bar & Grill (ABG) and Mahwah Bar & Grill, have been recognized with the prestigious Restaurateur of the Year Award by the New Jersey Restaurant & Hospitality Association (NJRHA).

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Controlled Detonation: Explosive Devices Found in Allendale Home, Public Safety Confirmed

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BOMBSHELL FIND in Allendale: Police Detonate ‘Explosive Devices’ Found in West Crescent Home!

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Allendale, NJ | October 14, 2025 – A quiet Tuesday in Allendale, New Jersey, was disrupted by an unusual and serious public safety operation after authorities discovered “explosive devices” and fireworks inside a residence on West Crescent Avenue. While the discovery was alarming, police swiftly confirmed that there is no current threat to the public.

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BOMBSHELL INDICTMENT: Ex-FBI Director James Comey Hit with Criminal Charges of False Statements, Obstruction

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SHOCKWAVE in DC: Former FBI Chief James Comey Criminally Charged in Trump Administration Justice Push

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Allendale NJ, in a dramatic escalation of the current administration’s push for legal accountability against its critics,Allendale’s favorite son former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted on criminal charges of false statements and obstruction.

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BREAKING: Former FBI Director James Comey Expected to Face Indictment

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Allendale NJ, according to multiple reports, former FBI Director and Allendale native James Comey is expected to be indicted in the coming days. The indictment, anticipated to be filed in the Eastern District of Virginia, will reportedly focus on allegations that he lied to Congress during his testimony on September 30, 2020.

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Allendale Unveils New Centennial Mural, Featuring Local Landmarks and Student Art

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Allendale Unveils New Community Mural, Blending History with Local Art

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Allendale NJ, the borough of Allendale, New Jersey, officially unveiled its new Centennial Mural on September 20, marking the culmination of a multi-year, community-wide effort to honor its history. The vibrant new mural, located at 89 West Allendale Avenue, replaces a beloved 1994 mural that had faded over time.

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Art, Community, and History: Allendale Prepares to Unveil Revitalized Mural

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Allendale’s Centennial Mural is Back, and They Want Your Ideas for a New “Pocket Park”

photo in 1994, as part of the Allendale Centennial celebration, the Centennial Mural was created.

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Allendale NJ, a beloved piece of Allendale, New Jersey, history is ready for its grand reveal. The borough is preparing to unveil its newly revitalized Centennial Mural and is inviting residents to help design the final piece of the project: a new “pocket park” at its base.

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Caring for Mustangs in the Heat: Unbridled Heroes Project Shares Extreme Weather Protocols

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Compassionate Care for Rescued Wild Horses During Heat Wave

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Allendale, NJ — As temperatures soar across the region, The Unbridled Heroes Project in Allendale, NJ is going above and beyond to keep its beloved rescued mustangs safe, healthy, and cool during the extreme heat wave.

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Urgent Appeal: Help the Unbridled Heroes Project Save America’s Mustangs and Veterans

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ALLENDALE, NJ — The Unbridled Heroes Project is at a critical crossroads. As a unique non-profit dedicated to healing both rescued wild mustangs and U.S. military veterans, the organization is now facing a serious financial emergency. Your support is needed today to ensure that the horses stay fed, safe, and free—and that veterans continue to have a place to recover, reconnect, and rebuild.

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Allendale Residents Challenge Veolia’s PFAS Water Treatment Expansion on Ethel Avenue Easement

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Allendale NJ,  Residents of Ethel Avenue in Allendale are pushing back against proposed water treatment upgrades by Veolia Water New Jersey, arguing the changes go beyond the scope of a decades-old easement agreement and threaten the character of their neighborhood.

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James Comey Questioned by Secret Service Over Controversial Social Media Post Allegedly Targeting Donald Trump

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Allendale NJ,  former FBI Director James Comey was interviewed by the U.S. Secret Service after sharing — and later deleting — an Instagram post that sparked accusations from conservatives of inciting violence against President Donald Trump.

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James Comey Under Federal Investigation Over Controversial “86 47” Instagram Post

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Allendale NJ, former FBI Director James Comey, originally from Allendale, New Jersey, is under investigation after posting a seemingly innocent beach photo to Instagram that federal officials claim may contain a coded threat against President Donald Trump.

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Virginia Man Arrested for Sexual Assault of Allendale Juvenile

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Allendale NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 52-year-old JOSE G. SANCHEZ of Berryville, Virginia on charges of aggravated criminal sexual contact and endangering the welfare of a child. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck; the Allendale Police Department under the direction of Chief Michael Dillon; and with the coordination and assistance of the Clark County (VA) Sheriff’s Office, under the direction of Sheriff Travis Sumption.

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