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High Winds Damage Roof of Commercial Building in Hawthorne

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Hawthorne NJ, high winds damaged the roof of a commercial building located at 7 Ethel Avenue, Hawthorne late Friday afternoon, 02/03. Parts of the roof were blown off into an adjacent parking lot. A box truck parked in the lot sustained minor damage when it was struck by falling debris. Hawthorne firefighters conducted an interior and exterior inspection of the building, and also secured all loose roofing material that was left topside. No injuries were reported in the incident. The building was determined to be structurally sound and remained habitable.

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The Documentary “Shattered Lives” Premieres January 25th

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Shattered Lives describes the devastating impact of the Fraunces Tavern bombing
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Hawthorne NJ, Shattered Lives is a feature documentary based on the book of the same name, co-authored by Jeff Ingber and Joe Connor, Frank Connor’s son, and it chronicles the origins of the Puerto Rican independence movement, its transformation into a Cuban-led Marxist cause and the FALN’s decade-long reign of murder and destruction.  It also explores the hunt for the perpetrators by a group of dedicated FBI agents, and the inexplicable escape from prison by Willie Morales, the FALN’s chief bombmaker who eventually received asylum in Cuba, where he lives to this day.  Finally, the film exposes the political maneuvering that led to Presidents Clinton and Obama granting clemency to FALN members through their attorney, Eric Holder, and the emotional damage it caused to the families of the victims.

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Work Van Collides With Passenger Vehicle on Lincoln Avenue in Hawthorne

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Hawthorne NJ, a multi-vehicle, Wednesday morning, 01/11, collision in the 400 block of Lincoln Avenue, Hawthorne necessitated a response by two (2) flatbed tow trucks to remove an SUV and work van involved in the incident. No injuries were reported in the mishap. Hawthorne Police was assisted by Glen Rock Police with traffic control.

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Three Hospitalized after Collision at the Intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Loretto Avenue in Hawthorne

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Hawthorne NJ, three (3) individuals were hospitalized following a two (2) vehicle, early Wednesday morning, 10/19, collision at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Loretto Avenue, on the border of Fair Lawn and Hawthorne. One (1) of the vehicles involved was propelled into the front façade of a nearby Hawthorne restaurant, which was, fortunately, unoccupied at the time. Both heavily damaged vehicles were towed from the scene.

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Hawthorne Crash Sends One to the Hospital Shuts Down Goffle Hill Road Sunday Afternoon

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Hawthorne NJ, one (1) person required ambulance transportation to a local hospital following a two (2) vehicle, Sunday afternoon, 09/11, crash in the 500 block of Goffle Hill Road, Hawthorne. The crash resulted in a considerable gasoline and motor oil spill, which required the complete shut down of Goffle Hill Road in the area of Sicomac Avenue. Firefighters from Hawthorne Fire Department deployed a significant quantity of absorbent material on the roadway in an attempt to mitigate the situation. Hawthorne Fire Chief Joseph Speranza also directed his firefighters to take specific actions aimed at protecting a nearby storm water drainage system from contamination. The individual transported by Hawthorne EMS sustained a non-life threatening crash injury. Hawthorne Police conducted the crash investigation and collected that information necessary to process a crash report.

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Fatal Accident on 208 Southbound in Hawthorne Shuts Down Highway for Several Hours on Labor Day

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Hawthorne NJ, Route 208 southbound at Grandview Avenue in Hawthorne/Wyckoff was blocked by emergency vehicles for several hours on Labor Day, 09/05, due to a fatal motor vehicle accident. An accident in which a fast moving 4-door sedan careened off of the highway upward, and crashed into a heavily wooded area. One (1) of the vehicle’s occupants was pronounced dead at the scene; the other was transported to a local hospital by the Hawthorne Volunteer Ambulance Corps. Hawthorne Police and Hawthorne Fire Department personnel and equipment also responded to aid the victims. Glen Rock Fire Department, and Wyckoff Fire Department were also called to the scene for assistance. Wyckoff Police helped with traffic control. Passaic County Sheriff’s Office units and the Northern Regional Medical Examiners office’s office responded as well.

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Hawthorne Police Officers Leap into the Passaic River after a Suspect Attempting to Escape

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Hawthorne NJ, on Tuesday a stolen car traffic stop on the  North 6th Street Bridge shortly before 4:30 p.m led to a handcuffed suspect leaping into the Passaic River . Hawthorne Officers jumped in after him .
Finally recovering the prisoner by boat .  No injuries reported .

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Hawthorne Police Department : PSE&G Gas Pipe roadwork, Avoid Lafayette Avenue from Diamond Bridge Avenue to Wagaraw Road

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Hawthorne NJ, Hawthorne Police Department reminds travelers that on Wednesday , May 25, 2022 / 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PSE&G Gas Pipe roadwork.  Avoid Lafayette Avenue from Diamond Bridge Avenue to Wagaraw Road. Follow emergency no parking rules. Detours are in place for adjacent roads to Lafayette Avenue.

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Runaway Sanitation Truck in Hawthorne Injuries Three

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Hawthorne NJ, three (3) employees of a sanitation company were injured when their truck crashed through a fence and down a steep embankment into a Passaic County Park after its braking system failed on a steep hill in Hawthorne late Tuesday morning, 04/26. All three (3) were transported by ambulances to local hospitals. Their injuries appeared to have been non-life threatening in nature. The damaged truck was removed from the scene by a heavy-duty tow truck. Hawthorne Police, Hawthorne Fire Department, Hawthorne EMS, and the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office responded to the incident. A portion of Goffle Road was closed to motor vehicle traffic while emergency responders worked at the scene.

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Hawthorne Police Traffic Bureau: Avoid Wagaraw Road on 4/14/22 from 7am-7pm for road construction

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Hawthorne NJ, expect Delays in the area of 204 Wagaraw Road, Thursday April 14, 2022 from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Construction will be conducted in the roadway on Wagaraw Road, from May Street to Lincoln Street. Avoid the area if possible, by using a different route. When traveling in the area please follow temporary traffic patterns to safely travel.

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UPDATE: Hawthorne Police Department : Missing 17 year old Autistic Child

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MISSING CHILD ALERT: UPDATE LOCATED LOCATED LOCATED.
Christopher was located and reunited with his family. Hawthorne Police Department would like to thank all parties involved with the search and rescue efforts. 

 

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Hawthorne NJ, the Hawthorne Police Department is actively attempting to locate a missing 17 year old Autistic boy who resides on Prescott Ave.  The child has been missing since 0630 hours this morning.  The child’s name is Christopher Doughertty, 5’3′, 110 lbs., having an olive complexion with brown hair and brown eyes.  Last seen he was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt with a white stripe, black shorts, white socks and no shoes.  If located please immediately contact the Hawthorne Police Department (973) 427-1800. *Be advised there will be a NJ State Police helicopter in the area assisting with the search.*

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Hawthorne Police Traffic Bureau Advisory: 03/08/2022 Avoid Diamond Bridge Ave Rail Road Crossing between 8:00 am – 12:30 pm.

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Hawthorne NJ, Road closure: Expect delays Tuesday March 8, 2022 from 8:00 am until 12:30 pm on Diamond Bridge Ave between Grand Ave and Royal Ave.  NYSW will be installing new equipment to enhance the railroad crossing. Please use alternate routes to navigate downtown, follow detours and road closure signs. Patience is not the ability to wait, but the ability to keep a good attitude while waiting.

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Hawthorne Clamps Down on Illegal Parking

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Hawthorne NJ, the Hawthorne Police are clamping down on illegal parking . Hawthorne Police Traffic Bureau parking enforcement sent out an advisory. Please follow parking laws in the borough.

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School Zone Safety : “Safety isn’t expensive, it’s priceless.”

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Hawthorne NJ, Hawthorne Police Traffic Bureau, sent us a School Zone Safety message that applies to all towns, cities, villages ,townships and boroughs , “When approaching or using a school crosswalk, the rules are different. At a traditional crosswalk, drivers can proceed once pedestrians clear the crosswalk on the opposite side of the opposing lane of travel. However, drivers need to wait at an active school crosswalk unit. It is clear of children and the crossing guard, keeping in mind the children and crossing guard do not always end on the same side. Often, the crossing guard has to return back into the intersection to continue helping other students at the next crossing interval. It is crucial that drivers are aware of this process and make sure the crossing guard is clearly out of the intersection before proceeding.

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