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Glen Rock Pilot Identified in Fatal Savannah Plane Crash

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Glen Rock NJ, tragedy struck the aviation community when North Jersey resident Boris Yusupov, of Glen Rock, was identified as the pilot who tragically lost his life in a plane crash in Savannah on the night of October 13th. Yusupov was piloting a 1964 Cessna 336, departing from Miami Executive Airport at 6:16 p.m. The plane crashed in midtown Savannah just before 10 p.m., according to FlightAware tracking data.

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Glen Rock Home Invasion Leads to Stolen BMWs, Other Vehicle Recoveries

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Glen Rock Nj, in a bold burglary last week, intruders broke into a Glen Rock home, stealing car keys and making off with two BMWs, police reported. The incident occurred on Fairmount Avenue, and Glen Rock police responded to the scene early last Thursday at 7:14 a.m..

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Teen Charged in Connection to Glen Rock Pharmacy Theft After Six-Month Investigation

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Glen Rock NJ, a six-month investigation has led to the arrest of Antonio Gestri, a 19-year-old from Queens, in connection with a pharmacy burglary in Glen Rock earlier this year. According to the Glen Rock Police, Gestri was charged this past Thursday with burglary and theft following the March 26 break-in at Rock Ridge Pharmacy.

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Glen Rock Board of Education Faces Changes Amid Board Vacancy and New Election Candidates

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Glen Rock NJ, during the September 23 meeting of the Glen Rock Board of Education, a significant change occurred when longtime board member Elizabeth Carr announced her resignation. The same meeting also saw the approval of a new basketball coach from out of town—who ended up resigning just days later.

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“Officer Doe” would like to remind motorists about the heightened risk of deer collisions during the fall

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Glen Rock NJ, Deer are always a potential road hazard for drivers, but the odds of a deer-related collision increase exponentially during October, November and December. This is deer season, and these hoofed animals are oblivious to traffic as they crisscross our roadways in search of a mate, as well as food and shelter for the winter ahead.

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Glen Rock Police Increase Patrols Following Rash of Car Thefts

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Glen Rock NJ, Glen Rock police are stepping up overnight patrols after a string of car thefts between September 30 and October 3, with three vehicles reported stolen. One of the thefts was caught on home surveillance video, providing a glimpse of one of the suspected car thieves.

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Get Ready for the Annual Glen Rock Children’s Book Festival This Saturday!

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Glen Rock NJ, calling all book lovers! The annual Glen Rock Children’s Book Festival is back, and it promises to be a fun-filled day for kids and families alike. Hosted by The Curious Reader and The Glen Rock Guild, this year’s festival takes place on Saturday, October 5th, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1 Harding Plaza in Glen Rock.

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Glen Rock Man Hospitalized After Being Struck in Crosswalk

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Glen Rock NJ, a Glen Rock man was taken to the hospital last week after being struck by a vehicle while crossing the street, according to local police.

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Tensions Rise at Glen Rock School Board Meeting Over Girls’ Varsity Basketball Coach Hiring

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Glen Rock NJ, a heated Glen Rock Board of Education meeting on Monday saw a board member resign and community members rally behind Junior Varsity Girls’ Basketball Coach, Sarah Wolman, as frustrations mounted over the hiring process for the varsity coaching position.

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Glen Rock Street Fair Set for September 22: Fun for the Whole Family (But Leave Pets at Home)

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Glen Rock NJ, the Glen Rock Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for the annual Glen Rock Street Fair, happening this Sunday, September 22, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Rock Road. It’s a perfect way to enjoy the early fall weather while supporting local businesses and vendors.

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Medical Episode Leads to String of Crashes on Maple Avenue in Glen Rock

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Glen Rock Nj, a series of crashes involving the same vehicle shook Maple Avenue in Glen Rock on Saturday afternoon, September 14th, in what authorities believe may have been triggered by a medical episode. The incident unfolded when an older model Ford Expedition, traveling southbound on Maple Avenue, reportedly collided with several objects, creating chaos along the roadway.

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Long Island Man Charged with Threatening Glen Rock Family

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Glen Rock NJ, a Huntington Station man has been charged with making threats against the lives of a local family in Glen Rock, according to police. The suspect, identified as 48-year-old John D. Joyce, was charged in late August and has since been released under New Jersey’s bail reform laws.

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Glen Rock Resident Reports Suspicious Woman Taking Photos of Their Home

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Glen Rock NJ, a Glen Rock resident recently reported a strange encounter involving a mysterious woman taking photos of their home and peering through windows. Now, local police are asking if others have experienced similar activity.

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Car Stolen and Several Burglarized in Glen Rock: Police Issue Safety Reminder

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Glen Rock NJ, last week, a car was stolen, and multiple vehicles were burglarized in Glen Rock, according to local police.

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Minor Kitchen Fire in Glen Rock Leads to Smoke Inhalation Injury

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Glen Rock NJ, a homeowner in Glen Rock was hospitalized for smoke inhalation following a minor kitchen fire late Tuesday afternoon, September 3rd. The incident occurred at a home near the intersection of Boulevard and Cornelia Place. Glen Rock Fire Department responded after an off-duty Hawthorne firefighter reported seeing heavy smoke coming from the single-family residence.

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