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Mail Order Drug Dealer Nabbed in Dumont

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The United States Postal Inspection Service intercepted approximately two ounces of suspected cocaine and one ounce of suspected ketamine

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Dumont NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 45-year-old ROCKY L. LABARBERA of Dumont, NJ on charges of possession with the intent to distribute controlled dangerous substances and money laundering. The arrest is a result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Jeff Angermeyer, and the United States Postal Inspection Service, under the direction of Inspector in Charge of the Philadelphia Division Christopher Nielsen.

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Former NJ Mayor and Cop Indicted: New Details in Aggravated Sexual Assault Case

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Former Dumont Mayor and Jersey City Police Sergeant Indicted in Sexual Assault Case

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Dumont, NJ — A major legal development has surfaced in a case that shocked North Jersey. Andrew LaBruno, the former Mayor of Dumont and a veteran Jersey City police sergeant, has been officially indicted by a grand jury on multiple felony charges, including the aggravated sexual assault of a minor.

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Lightning Safety and Severe Weather Response: Dumont Firefighters Respond Amid Growing Storm Threats in New Jersey

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DUMONT, NJ – July 14, 2025 — Dumont Volunteer Fire Department responded to a lightning strike at a home on Davies Avenue while the area was under a Flash Flood Warning. Firefighters urged residents to remain cautious and avoid navigating flooded roadways.

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Mental Health Report Delays Progress in 2020 Dumont Stabbing Case

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Dumont NJ, the 2020 murder case involving Jeffrey Daniels, accused of fatally stabbing 36-year-old Michelle Boccellari Burns, remains on hold as the court awaits a critical report on Daniels’ mental state during his police interrogation.

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Englewood Man Charged in Sexual Assault of Preteen in Dumont

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Dumont NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 35-year-old JONATHAN E. RODRIGUEZ of Englewood, NJ on charges of sexual assault 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, and the Dumont Police Department, under the direction of Acting Chief Luke Totten.

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Dumont Passes Flag Ordinance, Sparking LGBTQ+ Concerns

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Dumont NJ, officials in Dumont, have approved a new flag ordinance restricting displays outside Borough Hall to government-authorized flags only. The decision, which effectively bans the LGBTQ+ Pride flag, has raised concerns about potential discrimination.

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Dumont Women Charged After Allegedly Assaulting a Child

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Dumont NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 46-year-old STACEY A. WILMARTH of Dumont, NJ on charges of aggravated assault and endangering the welfare of a child. 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 Dumont Police Department under the direction of Chief Brian Joyce.

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Pedestrian Fatally Struck by a Vehicle in Dumont

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Dumont NJ, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office is currently probing a tragic hit-and-run incident that occurred in the borough of Dumont’s bustling business district on Thursday evening.

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Bergen County Prosecutor Adds Child Porn Charges to Dumont Man Previously Charged With Sexual Assault

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Dumont NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced additional charges in an ongoing sexual assault investigation in Dumont, NJ. The investigation is being conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and the Dumont Police Department under the direction of Chief Brian Joyce.

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Dumont Man Charged in a Motor Vehicle Accident Striking Two Pedestrians while Intoxicated

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Dumont NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of ESVIN DUARTE-SIMON (DOB: 6/23/1990; single; laborer) of 325 E. Madison Avenue, Dumont, NJ. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit under the direction of Chief Jason Love and the Ridgefield Police Department under the direction of Chief Thomas Gallagher.

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Digital Marketer From Dumont Charged in Facilitation of Darknet Websites Specializing in the Sale of Stolen Personal Information

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Dumont NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of CHARLES VERA (DOB: 9/16/1992; married; digital marketing) of 546 Washington Avenue, Apt. 3206, Dumont, NJ on a charge of money laundering. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and the Dumont Police Department under the direction of Chief Brian Joyce.

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Married Computer Tech Charged with Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child

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Dumont NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of COSWAYNE R. DONALD (DOB: 04/25/1980; married; computer technician) of Dumont, NJ, on charges of aggravated sexual assault, endangering the welfare of a child, and sexual contact. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and the Dumont Police Department under the direction of Chief Brian Joyce.

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Gordon Ramsay Seen Filming “Kitchen Nightmares” in Dumont

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Dumont Nj, temperamental celebrity Chief Gordon Ramsay is filming”Kitchen Nightmares” in New Jersey. “Kitchen Nightmares” first aired on September 19, 2007. The reality show in which Gordon Ramsay was invited by failing restaurants to come in and turn them around called it quits in 2014 after 7 seasons and 92 episodes.

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Now Open: Get a Taste of The Human Bean in Dumont

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Dumont NJ, Baristas at The Human Bean will begin pouring coffee and other specialty beverages at 417 Washington Ave. in Dumont, NJ beginning Wednesday, May 10th. Customers are invited to come get a first taste of their offerings, including specialty-grade coffee, real-fruit smoothies, whole-leaf teas, and hot breakfast items to-go.

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Academy of the Holy Angels Christmas Concert Began with Tradition; Ended with a Twist

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Demarest NJ,  this year, the Academy of the Holy Angels Christmas Concert infused seasonal favorites with a very special finale. Held at Saint Mary’s Church in Dumont (while the auditorium renovations continued), the festivities began with Caccini’s “Ave Maria,” an anticipated annual staple. Concertmaster Faith Youn (’23) played the violin solo as the chorus processed up the aisle, candles in hand.

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