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Legal Battle Erupts: Developer Sues Bergen County Town, Alleges Mayor Trying to Block “Affordable Housing” and “Diversity Efforts”

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Did a Bergen County Mayor Try to Stop Affordable Housing and Block Diversity? The Fight for Fair Housing in Emerson

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Emerson NJ, a developer is leveling serious accusations against the governing body of Emerson, New Jersey, and its mayor, Danielle DiPaola, claiming they are actively working to obstruct a vital affordable housing project. The claims, made in a lawsuit filed in Bergen County Superior Court on November 7, suggest the resistance is an attempt to prevent “racially diverse minorities” from moving into the community.

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Emerson Fire Captain Charged Forgery and Falsifying of Records for Improperly Conducted Respirator Fit Tests

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Emerson NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 45-year-old RICHARD A. SOLIMANDO of Emerson, NJ on charges of forgery and falsifying or tampering with records. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck.

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Woman and Infant Survive Crash Into Utility Pole on Soldier Hill Road in Emerson

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Emerson NJ, a woman and her infant child narrowly avoided serious injury late Saturday afternoon after their black Mercedes SUV veered into oncoming traffic, mounted a curb, and crashed head-on into a utility pole on the 900 block of Soldier Hill Road, near the Oradell-Emerson border.

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Major Crash on Old Hook Road in Emerson Leads to Rollover and Multiple Injuries

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Emerson NJ, a serious two-vehicle crash on Old Hook Road in Emerson on Tuesday morning, September 3rd, led to a significant emergency response. Four ambulances, two paramedic vehicles, and two fire department heavy rescue teams were dispatched to the scene in the 400 block of Old Hook Road.

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Emma Chance Celebrates 100 Years in Emerson !

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Emerson NJ, Meet Emma! Emma Chance was born in Hoboken, New Jersey on August 31, 1924. Emma is a widow with three children, five grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren! Emma used to crochet and knit. These days, she enjoys playing games like Canasta, Rummikub, Checkers, and Blackjack, and she would like to learn more. Emma is most proud in life of her family. Please help us wish Emma, a Happy 100th Birthday! We love you!

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Academy of the Holy Angels Basketball Milestones: 800 Wins for Liddy, 1,000 Points for Serrano

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Demarest  NJ, A legendary Holy Angels coach and a rising hoop star realized athletic milestones on the basketball court within a few days of each other. On December 30, 2023, Coach Susan Liddy of Emerson earned her 800th career victory with the Academy’s varsity basketball team. On January 2, 2024, combo guard Samantha Serrano (AHA ’24) of Nanuet, New York, scored her 1,000th career point.

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Emerson Dog Still Missing

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Emerson, NJ Still missing. Someone must have seen Shaggy. Please if you think you saw him and are unsure please contact owner. My baby. Where are you??? My heart is breaking. If someone has him, please return to his family. $500 Reward. No questions asked. Still missing since 9/13 from Emerson call 201-925-8222 with any information.

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Month-long Investigation of Robbery in Emerson Leads to 3 Arrests

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Emerson NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of COLIN MURPHY (DOB: 8/11/2003; single; unemployed) of 91 North Vivyen Street, Bergenfield, New Jersey; JACOB INGLIS (DOB: 4/26/2002; single; unemployed) of 2 Sunrise Terrace, Bergenfield, New Jersey; and Cameron Schneid (DOB: 5/23/2001; single; unemployed) of 526 Boulevard, New Milford, New Jersey on robbery and theft charges. These arrests are the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love, and the Emerson Police Department under the direction of Chief Michael Mazzeo.

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Another Arrest Made Tied to Multi Million Dollar Bergen Real-estate Ponzi Scheme

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Emerson NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of ANDRICSON JEREZ (DOB: 3/06/1996; single; construction worker) of 2112 Quimby Ave #1, Bronx, NY on charges of Money Laundering Conspiracy, Evading A Transaction Reporting Requirement Conspiracy and Committing Money Laundering With The Purpose Of Facilitating A Crime Conspiracy. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti.

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