Fair Lawn NJ, Yesterday two (2) pedestrians, an adult male and an adult female, were struck by a vehicle while crossing Fair Lawn Avenue near Well Drive in Fair Lawn on Wednesday afternoon, 10/19. Both victims were transported by ambulance to The Valley Hospital. Fair Lawn PD and EMS responded. The victim’s injuries appeared to have been non life threatening. The driver of the vehicle involved remained at the scene and was cooperating with police officers.
Kala Kachmar , @NewsQuip2:54 p.m. EDT October 19, 2016
The state is holding a public hearing on Thursday to determine whether a drought warning will be issued for 12 New Jersey counties.
Minimal rainfall, below-normal storage in water supply reservoirs, depleted stream flow and low groundwater levels are all contributing to the drought situation, according to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
Issuing a warning gives the DEP the authority to manage water resources to avoid a shortage.
All but three — Cape May, Atlantic and Cumberland counties — are under a drought watch. Counties that could soon be under a warning: Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passaic, Somerset and Union.
By Larry Higgs | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
on October 19, 2016 at 9:00 AM, updated October 19, 2016 at 11:13 AM
As little as three years ago, an NJ.com story declared the “bad old days of the DMV” — long lines, rude employees and a bureaucracy from hell, were a thing of the past.
In 2002, then Gov. James E. McGreevey convened the “Fix DMV” commission, which delivered a report about how to deal with the Division of Motor Vehicles chronic problems of lines, long waits and inefficiencies. The Nov. 2002 report led to the creation of the current Motor Vehicle Commission.
Under the MVC, wait times and lines had gotten shorter. Even beleaguered Jersey drivers stuck up for the agency, saying that it was better than it used to be.
Ridgewood NJ, Josh Gottheimer is covering up allegations about a court case where he was charged with aggressively intimidating and assaulting a woman. His campaign spin machine is intentionally misleading the press using carefully parsed phrases to obscure the truth.
How much does Josh Gottheimer believe the safety and security of women is worth?
How much did he pay this woman to forget his assault on her?
Josh Gottheimer has dismissed his assault of this woman as “frivolous.” If that’s the case, why won’t he just release the settlement? Instead, his campaign is simply using political spin to obfuscate reality.
Josh Gottheimer claims to stand for women, but as is so often the case with Clinton cronies, it’s clear that his actions don’t match his words.
Media Pile-On Tries to Discredit, Unseat NJ Republican by Smearing Oath Keepers as The Democrats and their media amplifiers get their cover from a New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness “analysis,” claiming: The militia movement is decentralized, but it has two large followings—the Oath Keepers and the Three Percenters. Both have members who justify the use of violence to counter perceived threats or violations to the US Constitution.
Media Pile-On Tries to Discredit, Unseat NJ Republican by Smearing Oath Keepers as Terrorists
“The truth?” a political attack ad for Democrat New Jersey Congressional challenger and former Bill Clinton speechwriter Josh Gottheimer against incumbent Republican Scott Garrett asks. “Newspapers just caught Garrett at a fund-raiser with the leader of a home-grown terrorist militia group.”
A Clinton-backer promising truth should be all the red flags we need.
The “terrorist militia group”? That would be Oath Keepers, assuming you can believe those newspapers, which appear to be doing everything they can to sway the electorate into accepting a political narrative that folds under minimal scrutiny. Witness recent headlines:
“Republican Chairman of Wall Street Committee Held Fundraiser with Official from ‘Domestic Terrorist’ Group,” Joshua Green of Bloomberg Business Week “reports.” (Yes, that Bloomberg.)
“Garrett event promoter tied to extremists,” NorthJersey.com weighs in. “Forget Wall Street banksters. Scott Garrett has new friends, on a terror list,” NJ.com echoes and embellishes.
Sensing political opportunity and more headlines, Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg has called on Gov. Chris Christie to “denounce Garrett for his ties to the domestic terror organization” and on New Jersey’s attorney general to investigate if “Garrett violated New Jersey law, adding “In the wake of homegrown terror attacks – like the ones in Elizabeth, New York, and Seaside Park – the citizens of New Jersey deserve to know the full extent of Congressman Garrett’s connections to this terrorist organization.”
Yes, that’s Loretta Weinberg of “Confiscate, confiscate, confiscate” notoriety.
As an aside, it’s curious that Weinberg was referring to Islamist “domestic terror” acts with the principle suspect being one of those “refugees” Democrats are bound and determined to seed and embed throughout the Republic. Any connection to Oath Keepers was left (purposely) unstated, because there is none, and because the agenda here is to destroy them.
Which makes it fair to ask what the Democrat politicians and their “news media” publicists are talking about, and what else they’ve gotten wrong in their ceaseless, agenda-driven mission to conflate, smear, misinform and confuse. The answer is pretty much everything.
Ridgewood NJ, Josh Gottheimer is covering up allegations about a court case where he was charged with aggressively intimidating and assaulting a woman. His campaign spin machine is intentionally misleading the press using carefully parsed phrases to obscure the truth.
But the legal documents tell the truth: Gottheimer says the lawsuit was simply dismissed but he conveniently leaves out the fact that it was settled out of court and he refuses to say how much money the victim was paid and what else was offered to her in return for ending the lawsuit.
Josh’s campaign is calling his victim a liar by dismissing her experience as frivolous. How can Gottheimer call charges of assault and discrimination “frivolous”?
Josh can’t hide the truth forever, and we’ve got a few follow-up questions for Josh to answer. If there’s no real scandal, Josh shouldn’t have an issue providing the voters of the Fifth District with answers to the following questions:
Why won’t Josh produce the settlement documents to show what really happened? What is he hiding?
How much money was the plaintiff paid to drop the lawsuit?
What other non-monetary settlement was reached?
Was the plaintiff threatened or harassed to settle?
Was the plaintiff offered political favors to drop the lawsuit?
If nothing happened why didn’t Josh take case to court rather than pay the plaintiff off?
Josh Gottheimer claims to stand for women, but as is so often the case with Clinton cronies, it’s clear that his actions don’t match his words.
Ridgewood NJ, after a federal appeals court delivered a strong rebuke to the government’s new “consumer-finance watchdog”, declaring the agency’s unusual independence to be unconstitutional, and ordering its powers be curbed. Rep. Scott Garrett gave us his take on Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) . In an email Garret spelled out the issues:
“This week, a federal court found that one of the most secretive Washington bureaucracies violates the constitutionally-mandated system of checks and balances designed to protect Americans from abuses of government authority. The court decided that the structure of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is unconstitutional because of its toxic combination of immense power and little accountability. As Chairman of the Financial Services subcommittee that is responsible for making sure our country has competitive and robust capital markets, I have worked with my colleagues on solutions to restructure the CFPB in a way that protects consumers while holding Washington accountable to We the People. The CFPB has oversized influence on the U.S. economy because it alone decides which financial products you are allowed to buy. Everything from mortgages, to car loans, to retirement savings, the CFPB’s current structure allows it to unilaterally infringe on the economic choices of every American.
With a single, politically appointed head and its ability to bypass Congress to get funding, the CFPB acts as a rogue federal bureaucracy. And while the CFPB has an important mission, it’s unacceptable to allow a single government agency to control how Americans can spend their own money.
In fact, in his decision on this case, Judge Brett Kavanaugh said, “Other than the President, the Director of the CFPB is the single most powerful official in the entire United States Government, at least when measured in terms of unilateral power.” As someone who has been an outspoken critic of this agency’s unchecked power, I completely agree.
To implement consumer protections that actually put people and families first, a complete re-organization of this bureaucracy is needed. I recently supported the Financial CHOICE Act, a bill that would transform the CFPB into a bipartisan, five-member commission which is subject to Congressional oversight and appropriations, just like other independent Washington agencies. This is the only way to ensure that Washington will actually do its job instead of acting in its own self-interest.
This ruling that the CFPB’s structure is unconstitutional is a win for transparency, and for the checks and balances that protect American families from abuses by overzealous government bureaucrats. While stories like this don’t always make front page news, I feel it’s my responsibility to pass along information about my work and my priorities in Congress to the people of New Jersey’s Fifth District.”
Editors Note : Deputy Mayor Sedon could not be reached for comment
By Dave Hutchinson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
on October 17, 2016 at 8:03 PM, updated October 18, 2016 at 8:12 AM
Since he was accused all over social media of being the hunter who shot and killed Pedals the bipedal bear, Thomas McCreary said people have threatened to kill him and his family, rape his wife and sister, burn his home and business, even come to the business to “shoot it out” with him.
The state Department of Environmental Protection’s Bob Considine confirmed Monday that McCreary was not the person who turned a bear in that appears to be Pedals, which became an internet sensation last year through a number of videos on social media.
That bear was brought to Green Pond station in Rockaway on Oct. 10 during last week’s extended bear hunt. Although the DEP said there’s no way to verify if the bear is Pedals, the agency said is appeared to be the same bear.
McCreary said on Monday he did not kill the bear, nor did he take part in this year’s extended hunt. McCreary showed NJ Advance Media his 2016 Zone 4 black bear hunting permit. If he had turned a bear in at a check-in station, the “Black Bear Transportation Tag” would have been removed from the permit, he said.
By Alex Napoliello and Stephen Stirling | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
on October 13, 2016 at 7:03 AM, updated October 14, 2016 at 2:52 PM
In the fall of 2013, shoppers at the Garden State Plaza mall in Paramus fled in terror as a man with a rifle stalked the halls. Police officers, going through each store one by one, rescued dozens of people with no injuries.
But what if those in the mall could have given police an eye into the madness? What if they could have sent cell phone photos and videos, revealing their location and helping track the gunman’s whereabouts?
That life-saving technology exists. And for more than a decade, every person in New Jersey with a phone has paid a tax on their monthly bill to make it happen, handing over a whopping $1.37 billion to Trenton.
Fair Lawn NJ, A man working on a home under construction was killed on Saturday (10/15) morning after he slipped and fell from the roof. The tragedy occurred at 39-05 Vanore Drive, Fair Lawn at approximately 8:15 AM. Fair Lawn PD, EMS, and a paramedic team from The Valley Hospital responded to a 911 telephone call for help placed by one of the man’s coworkers. Despite a rapid response by emergency personnel, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Members of the victim’s family were notified by police and did respond to the location. Following on site investigations conducted by Fair Lawn PD and the Bergen County Medical Examiner’s Office, the victim’s body was removed from the property just before 11 AM. Decontamination assistance was provided by the Fair Lawn Rescue Squad.
Bergen County’s Most Prestigious Women’s Recognition Event Set for December 1, 2016
The Chance to Nominate The Women Who Have Made the Difference to You and Your Organization!
October 15,2016
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, YWCA Bergen County has announced it is accepting nominations from corporate and community leaders for its Tribute to Women of Influence (TWIN) program. Meantime, the YW has put forth its own honorees, founder and managing consultant of KEY HR Consulting, LLC and Mocha Moms member Tanisha Russell Day and owner and President of Belvedere Building and Contracting, Mary Anne Belvedere.
“We are so thrilled that both Tanisha and Mary Anne have agreed to stand with us and be part of the TWIN class of 2016,” said YWCA Bergen County CEO Helen Archontou. “It is such an honor to have pay tribute to these incredible women. We are equally excited as we anticipate nominees coming forward from the various corporations and organizations in Bergen County.”
The 41-year old tradition, designed to turn the spotlight on women of extraordinary achievement and contribution, will continue on December 1, 2016 (8 a.m. to 10 a.m.) at The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus at the Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus, NJ.
The keynote speaker is Joann Lublin Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist and management news editor at The Wall Street Journal and author of Earning It: Hard-Won Lessons from Trailblazing Women at the Top of the Business World
But, as always, the stars of the event are the year’s TWIN honorees, who will share the spotlight in recognition of their achievements and work in their communities.
For more information and to take part in this important and time-honored observance, contact Mary Eastwood, [email protected].
Can Ridgewood Water sue Midland Park & Wyckoff for not enforcing the water department’s restrictions? These towns have no regards for the restrictions and I would love to see how many violations, if any, were filed in theses towns. While Ridgewood residents are getting fined, rightfully so, these towns refused to honor these policies?
October 15,2016
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Stage II (Severe) – Mandatory restriction of irrigation to Tuesdays and Saturdays for properties with odd-numbered addresses and Wednesdays and Sundays for properties with even-numbered addresses. No irrigation shall be allowed on Mondays, Thursdays, or Fridays except for the use of a hand-held hose. Irrigation using a hand held hose shall be allowed at any time.
On July 25th of this year the DEP began urging residents in the affected areas to voluntarily conserve water and for the rest of the state to practice wise water use due to continued dry weather that is impacting levels in reservoirs, lakes, rivers and streams as well as shallow ground water sources.
The drought watch affects the Northeast, Northwest, and Central regions.These regions include all of Bergen, Essex, Hunterdon, Hudson, Mercer, Middlesex, Morris , Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union and Warren counties.
The purpose of the drought watch is to raise public awareness, formally alert all water suppliers in the affected regions, and seek voluntary cooperation to preserve existing supplies.The goal is to moderate demand should dry conditions persist
Legislation Would Roll Back Recently Enacted 23 Cent/Gallon Gas Tax Hike
October 15,2016
the staff of the Ridgewood
Ridgewood NJ, Senator Senator Kip Bateman (R-Somerset, Middlesex, Mercer, Hunterdon) will introduce legislation to repeal the 23 cent per gallon gas tax increase that was signed into law by Governor Chris Christie.
Sen. Kip Bateman announced legislation and a new online petition to repeal the 23 cent/gallon gas tax increase that was recently enacted. (SenateNJ.com)
Bateman, who opposed and voted against the gas tax increase, also announced the launch of a new online petition to give drivers and commuters impacted by the gas tax the opportunity to have their voices heard.
“While the Governor and the Democrat-led Legislature didn’t listen to the tens of thousands of New Jerseyans who spoke out against raising the gas tax, I listened and understand their concerns,” said Bateman. “The overtaxed people of New Jersey have demanded that we find another way to fund our transportation needs without taking more out of their pockets. This repeal effort is recognition that there are fiscally responsible alternatives to the gas tax.”
The legislation to repeal the gas tax increase will be introduced when the Senate next meets.
“I’ve heard from so many commuters who struggle financially every time the price of gas rises, and they’re pleading for help to save them from the gas tax increase,” added Bateman. “Lawmakers have a responsibility to not harm already struggling residents through our state’s tax policy, and that’s what this effort to repeal the gas tax increase is all about. I encourage everyone to sign and share the online petition to help get the repeal movement rolling.”
Bateman’s new petition to support the repeal of the gas tax increase can be signed at senatenj.com/gastaxrepeal.
YWCA Bergen County, Team RWB and Westfield Garden State Plaza to Host November 12 Veterans Makeover
October 14,2016
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Do you know a servicewoman who is transitioning back into civilian life, or who is in need of a morale boost? YWCA Bergen County and its co-hosts, Team Red, White & Blue Northern NJ and Westfield Garden State Plaza, will be hosting a November Veterans Makeover, providing nine servicewomen an opportunity for a day of hair, makeup and fashion styling services, free of charge, on Saturday, November 12th.
Open to the public, the makeover reveal will start at 11:00 am at Westfield Garden State Plaza, 1 Garden State Plaza in Paramus, N.J. Participating retailers include Macys, Lord & Taylor, Lululemon, The GAP, Eddie Bauer, J. Jill, NARS, M.A.C. Cosmetics, Kiehl’s, Drybar, The Art of Shaving, Sephora, PIRCH and others. The makeover will be followed by a private reception for makeover winners and guests.
To nominate a servicewoman (or to self-nominate) now through October 15, please visit A committee of female veterans, active servicewomen and civilian women will determine winners based on the nominee’s time in the service, medals awarded, special recognitions, current initiatives or engagements, and why she is deserving of this makeover. Winners will be notified on Friday, October 21. For more information, please visit www.ywcabergencounty.org or contact Samantha at [email protected] or 201-345-1895.
Westfield Garden State Plaza is the ultimate destination for fashion, dining and entertainment in the NY/NJ metro area offering the best selection of brands in every retail category, and is renowned for delivering cutting edge, new retail concepts to market. Just minutes from Manhattan in Paramus, N.J., millions of shoppers each year enjoy an unparalleled shopping and dining experience, complete with personalized services and amenities. For more information, call 201-843-2121 or www.facebook.com/gardenstateplaza orwww.westfield.com/gardenstateplaza.
About Team Red, White & Blue Northern NJ
The mission of Team Red, White & Blue (RWB) Northern NJ is to enrich the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity. Our chapters and communities deliver consistent, local opportunities for veterans and the community to connect through physical and social activity. Team RWB Northern NJ hosts regular fitness activities, social gatherings, and participates in local races and events together. Veterans develop leadership skills by serving as a volunteer leader in their local chapter.
About YWCA Bergen County
YWCA Bergen County (www.ywcabergencounty.org) is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. We are the area’s largest provider of child care services, a recognized leader in health and fitness programs, and operator of healingSPACE, the county’s only Sexual Violence Resource Center. Celebrating nearly a century of commitment to our community, today we improve the lives of thousands of women, girls, and their families.
Fort Lee NJ, as the Ridgewood blog reported yesterday local activist Bill Brennan sued Christie in municipal court, alleging official misconduct related to the traffic jam.
Christie hired the New York Law Firm of Alston and Bird to defend him tomorrow. The waited until after the 6 O’Clock News aired to serve and file eight pages of evidence proving that they don’t understand NJ practice as it pertains to Probable Cause .
The judge ruled to advance the Bill Brennan’s complaint to the next level, rejecting the attempts by Christie’s lawyers to improperly interject themselves at this stage. On Facebook Brennan’s supporters claim,”
Today, the cause of justice was advanced a single notch…thanks to Bill Brennan!”
The criminal case complaint will now be given to the Bergen County prosecutor Gurbir Grewal to consider for indictment. Grewal a Democrat was appointed by Christie ,has some calling for him to recuse given his prior relationship as a Christie appointee. It is felt by Brennan supporters there is need a genuinely impartial special prosecutor to pick this up, indict, try and convict Governor Christie for official misconduct.
