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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, The future of Ho-Ho-Kus Public School is in our hands. As we approach the Special School District Election on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, this is a vital opportunity for every resident to shape the educational landscape of our community.
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HO-HO-KUS, NJ — Every artifact has a story, but some stories take on a legacy of their own. Thanks to the extraordinary efforts of Girl Scout Caitlynn Albarella, a piece of American history has been beautifully restored and returned to its rightful place on the front lawn of The Hermitage.
Photo On July 2, 1782, The Hermitage hosted not one, but two weddings.Theodosia’s half‑sister Caty married Joseph Browne, and with almost no preparation, Theodosia and Aaron Burr decided to marry as well.
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, the history-steeped halls of The Hermitage in Ho-Ho-Kus are officially getting a facelift. The Friends of the Hermitage announced this January that they have been awarded $128,000 in combined grants to kickstart a comprehensive preservation effort for one of New Jersey’s most storied landmarks.
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HO-HO-KUS, NJ (January 15, 2026) – Friends of the Hermitage announced today that it has been awarded a combined $128,000 in historic preservation planning grants from the Bergen County Historical Commission Open Space Trust Fund and the New Jersey Historic Trust to complete a comprehensive Historic Site Management (HSM) Plan for The Hermitage, one of Bergen County’s most significant historic landmarks.
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HO-HO-KUS, NJ — Residents are on high alert today after a coyote was spotted on the east side of town Wednesday morning. The sighting occurred in the vicinity of Boiling Spring Road and East Saddle River Road—the same area where a tragic attack claimed the life of a local pet just months ago.
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, History lovers, rejoice! The Hermitage, one of New Jersey’s most storied National Historic Landmarks, has officially reopened its doors. Whether you are a fan of Revolutionary War intrigue, the hit musical Hamilton, or stunning Gothic Revival architecture, this Ho-Ho-Kus treasure is a must-visit this season.
Continue reading Where Washington Slept and Burr Found Love: The Hermitage Reopens for Tours!
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HO-HO-KUS, NJ — As the first snowflakes of the season begin to blanket Bergen County, the Ho-Ho-Kus Police Department is urging residents to prepare for rapidly changing road conditions.
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file photo courtesy of Boyd Loving
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HO-HO-KUS, NJ – The Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus is celebrating a massive boost to its public safety infrastructure after securing over $1.25 million in federal funding for the Ho-Ho-Kus Volunteer Fire Department. This critical investment will ensure the department’s dedicated volunteers have the best equipment to protect the community.
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, a serious legal challenge has been brought against the Ho-Ho-Kus School District in Bergen County, New Jersey, alleging that school officials, including the former Superintendent and Principal, repeatedly ignored reports of harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) directed at a young student.
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Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ—A new legal challenge has emerged against the Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus, centered on allegations of a hostile work environment and wrongful termination within the local police department.
photo courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page
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Ho-Ho-Kus Nj, late Wednesday afternoon on November 12, 2025, the southbound lanes of Route 17 in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ, became the scene of a significant two-vehicle chain reaction crash. The accident, which occurred directly underneath the Hollywood Avenue overpass, severely impacted the evening rush hour commute.
The collision resulted in the injury of one individual and forced the closure of two crucial travel lanes (the left and center), causing southbound traffic to back up for miles across Bergen County.
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, residents of Northwest Bergen County are urged to exercise extreme caution as wildlife activity, particularly involving coyotes, increases. Rabies, a preventable but nearly always fatal viral disease in mammals, poses a significant public health risk. The Northwest Bergen Regional Health Commission is working directly with affected residents and issuing critical safety reminders.
photos and screen shots courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page
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It sounds like something out of a comedy, but the incident was a real-life scare that brought evening commuter traffic to a standstill. On Thursday evening, 10/30/2025, a rental vehicle driver in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey, followed their GPS directions so precisely that they ended up driving directly onto the active NJ Transit railroad tracks near the Hollywood Avenue rail crossing.
NJ Police Sergeant Sues Department Over Years of ‘Blatant’ Gender Discrimination
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, A high-profile legal battle is brewing in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey, as a veteran police officer has filed a sweeping lawsuit against the local Police Department and the Borough, alleging years of severe gender discrimination and retaliation.
Sgt. M. Mosca, one of only two female officers in the department, was hired in 2004 as a patrol officer. Her lawsuit details more than a decade of alleged mistreatment, claiming she was systematically targeted for both her gender and for exposing the misconduct of her supervisors.
20th Annual Richard’s Run Unites Ho-Ho-Kus: See Who Took 1st Place and How the Race is Fighting Pediatric Cancer
Photos By: Councilman Dane Policastro
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HO-HO-KUS, NJ — A proud tradition of fitness, community, and philanthropy continued on October 5th as the 20th Annual Ho-Ho-Kus Richard’s Run 5K successfully brought together the town for a powerful cause. The event, which has become a beloved fixture on the fall calendar, celebrates a lasting legacy while directly supporting pediatric cancer initiatives and local education.
With a field of 253 enthusiastic participants, the race saw children, families, and seasoned athletes hit the pavement in a display of community spirit.
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