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Franklin Lakes NJ, a major land deal has officially closed in Franklin Lakes, but questions remain about when construction will begin on proposed housing developments.
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Franklin Lakes NJ, the Borough of Franklin Lakes has introduced its 2025 municipal budget, totaling $23.38 million, with a 4.9% increase in the tax levy.
Continue reading Franklin Lakes Unveils $23.38M Budget for 2025 — What Homeowners Need to Know
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Franklin Lakes NJ, the borough of Franklin Lakes is making significant strides in its affordable housing plans, responding to the state’s fourth-round quotas while navigating legal challenges and rezoning efforts.
As of January 31, Franklin Lakes submitted its response to the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) regarding the 497-unit affordable housing quota assigned to the borough in October 2023. Borough officials disputed the figure, arguing that 463 units would be a more accurate requirement.
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Franklin Lakes NJ, volunteering is the cornerstone of community development, and few embody this spirit better than Julius Lauber Jr. At 92 years old, Lauber stepped down from the Franklin Lakes Planning Board on January 2, concluding an extraordinary 62 years of consecutive service.
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Franklin Lakes NJ, a compassionate Glen Rock resident played a key role in reuniting a missing man with his family on Saturday evening, police reported.
Continue reading Glen Rock Resident Aids Missing Franklin Lakes Man, Helps Reunite Him with Family
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Franklin Lakes NJ, on December 7th , the Franklin Lakes Fire Department responded to a structure fire after receiving an activated fire alarm and multiple 911 reports of smoke emanating from a residence. Upon arrival, the Franklin Lakes Police Department confirmed the presence of an active structure fire.
Continue reading House Fire in Franklin Lakes: Incident Update
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Franklin Lakes NJ, on Thursday, December 26, the Chabad NWBC will host their annual Chanukah Lighting Ceremony. This year a Drone Show will fly over Municipal Field after the ceremony. The celebration is centered around the lighting of the Borough Menorah by Rabbi Kaplan, and will be featuring for the first time a Drone Show. There will also be costumed mascots, light-up giveaways, crafts and traditional holiday refreshments including potato latkes, hot chocolate, donuts, and chocolate gelt!
Continue reading Chanukah Menorah Lighting Ceremony at Franklin Lakes Borough Hall
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Franklin Lakes NJ, the Franklin Lakes Volunteer Fire Department sprang into action to save a dog that had fallen through the ice and swam to an island roughly 75 feet offshore at Shadow Lake.
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Franklin Lakes NJ, a tragic house fire in Franklin Lakes on Saturday morning resulted in the loss of two cats, while a resident was treated for smoke inhalation. The fire, which occurred on Arapaho Trail, also rendered the home uninhabitable, officials confirmed.
Continue reading Franklin Lakes House Fire Claims Two Cats, Leaves Home Uninhabitable
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Franklin Lakes NJ, big changes could be coming to the Ramapo Indian Hills High School District as administrators propose a later school start time and a revamped schedule for the 2025 academic year.
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Franklin Lakes, NJ, a Bergen County, woman was charged with destruction of records in a federal investigation, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.
Jennifer Iturralde Pina, 43, of Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, is charged by complaint with one count of destruction of records. Iturralde appeared today before U.S. Magistrate Judge André M. Espinosa in Newark federal court and was released on $200,000 bond.
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Franklin Lakes NJ, Bergen County resident Tommy Manzo, known for his appearances on the reality show Real Housewives of New Jersey, was sentenced to seven years in prison on Tuesday for hiring a Lucchese crime family member to assault his ex-wife’s boyfriend, according to federal officials.
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Franklin :Lakes NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of STEPHEN BOJEKIAN, 69, retired Chief of the Bergen County Sheriff’s Department ,of Franklin Lakes, on the charge of possession of child sexual abuse material. 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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Franklin Lakes NJ, a Franklin Lakes man was charged with burglary and attempted motor vehicle theft following an incident on September 26, police said.
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Franklin Lakes NJ, five years after a tragic fire destroyed it, the Church of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Franklin Lakes has reopened with a brand-new $17.4 million sanctuary. The church celebrated the occasion with a Mass of Dedication on September 17, filling the 700-person capacity sanctuary with parishioners eager to witness this long-awaited moment. The Mass was led by Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, Archbishop of Newark, alongside the church’s pastor, Rev. John R. Job.