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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County residents might soon spot a charming group of puppies patrolling their neighborhoods. While these friendly animals will gladly accept affection and encouragement from the public, they are also hard at work performing a crucial environmental task: keeping local lands clear of geese.
Continue reading Bergen County’s Newest Recruits: Puppies on Patrol for a Greener Community
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Continue reading Local Ladies of British Heritage host Donation Drive for Homeless Women
Continue reading Bergen County Holds Annual Ceremony Recognizing Israeli Independence Day
by Frank T. Pallotta
Hackensack NJ, in the political annals of New Jersey politics, the Bergen County Republican Organization (BCRO) has become the embodiment of nearly two decades of failure. It’s clear that the mission of this once great organization, has now regressed to stand for something entirely different: retribution, retaliation and a predictable measure of vindictiveness more reflective of a scene out of “Mean Girls” than an organization charged with overseeing the largest county in New Jersey.
Continue reading The Bergen County Republican Organization : When The Lies Become Their Legacy
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Garfield NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 30-year-old TRISTAN COLQUHOUN of Paterson, NJ on charges of drug distribution, weapons related offenses, and receiving stolen property. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Suffern (NY) Police Department under the direction of Police Chief Andrew Loughlin.
photo courtesy of Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco
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Hackensack NJ, in the tapestry of human existence, citizenship emerges as a defining thread, weaving together the aspirations, responsibilities, and collective identity of a community. Beyond a mere legal status, citizenship embodies a profound sense of belonging and allegiance to a shared homeland, fostering unity, democracy, and progress. As we navigate the complexities of our modern world, it is paramount to recognize and celebrate the intrinsic value of citizenship, for it serves as the cornerstone of a vibrant and inclusive society.
Continue reading Embracing Citizenship: The Heartbeat of a Thriving Society
The Organization continues to play checkers while others play chess
by Frank T. Pallotta
The story unfolding in Bergen County, New Jersey, presents a complex set of flawed characters, specifically, Chairman Jack Zisa. With more than a decade of hopeless campaigns, embarrassing county losses and most recently, being found guilty of Election Law violations, the question arises: Is Zisa masterminding a structured demise of the GOP in Bergen, for his own personal gain, or is he a clueless participant in a larger scheme orchestrated by the Democrat party in Bergen?
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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco responded to remarks made MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber appeared on “Newsline with Brigitte Quinn” on WCBS 880 Friday to officially announce the start date and discuss next steps.
Continue reading Bergen County Board of Elections is Looking for Poll Workers
Voters also want Gas Tax and Registration Revenues Used for Roads and Bridges – not Subsidizing NJ Transit
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Fairleigh Dickinson University, Madison, NJ, according to the latest results from the FDU Poll, sponsored by the Fuel Merchants Association of New Jersey, New Jersey voters support the recently passed fees on electric vehicles by more than a 2 to 1 margin. The survey questions, which monitored the opinions of voters on transportation funding, also show that a majority of voters (58-34) want gas tax and vehicle registration revenues to be dedicated to funding roads and bridges, rather than used to subsidize New Jersey Transit.
Continue reading The Majority of NJ Voters Support Increased Fees for EVs
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Hackensack NJ, according to Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco ,with the religious holiday of Passover around the corner (Evening of Mon, Apr 22, 2024 – Tue, Apr 30, 2024) , this morning the county executive attended Sheriff Anthony Cureton’s Annual High Holy Day security briefing which brought together community leaders and law enforcement representatives from across our region to talk about public safety.
Continue reading Bergen County Ups Security for the Passover Holiday
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Hackensack NJ,with nothing left to lose Jack Zisa is stepping down from his position as head of the party and has thrown his support behind Jack DeLorenzo of Hasbrouck Heights to succeed him.
Continue reading Nothing Left to Lose : Jack Zisa is stepping down as Chair of Bergen GOP
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Hackensack NJ, During last Wednesday’s work session of the Board of County Commissioners, County Executive James Tedesco unveiled Bergen County’s 2024 budget, which reflects a 2.27% increase over the current budget. This uptick translates to an annual rise of $32.02 in the tax bill for the average assessed home valued at $530,000.
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Ridgewood NJ, here we go again, flood watch is now in effect from Saturday morning through late Saturday night for portions of northeast New Jersey and southeast New York, including Bergen , Passaic and Hudson counties. Excessive rainfall may lead to flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and low-lying areas, especially in poor drainage and urban regions.
Continue reading Flood Watch For Bergen County Starting Saturday Morning
