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Two Car Collision on North Maple in Ho-Ho-Kus Sends One to Hospital

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, one (1) driver was seriously injured when two (2) small, 4-door sedans collided at the intersection of First Street and North Maple Avenue, Ho-Ho-Kus early Wednesday afternoon, 04/27. The injured driver, an adult male, was transported by ambulance to a local hospital with a paramedic team assisting attending EMTs. The other driver, an adult female, was evaluated on the scene by Ho-Ho-Kus EMTs and refused further medical attention. Both heavily damaged vehicles were removed from the scene by a flatbed tow truck. Ridgewood Police, Ridgewood Fire Department, Ho-Ho-Kus Police, Ho-Ho-Kus Fire Department, and Ho-Ho-Kus EMS equipment and personnel responded to aid crash victims, along with a paramedic team from the nearby The Valley Hospital.

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Ho-Ho-Kus Mayor and Councilmen Greet Fishermen on Opening Day

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Ho-Ho-Kus Mayor Randall, Councilmen Crossley and Policastro greeted fishermen at Ho-Ho-Kus’ East park on opening day of New Jersey’s trout fishing season.

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Ho-Ho-Kus Police Warn of Increasing Daylight Car Thefts

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, car thefts in NJ, including Ho-Ho-Kus, have significantly increased from 2021. Thieves can and will take your car at any time of the day or night. Daytime attempts in the area have increased. Please report any suspicious people or vehicles in the area and remember to remove the key fobs and lock the doors

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First Annual Molly Marie Pearson Memorial Blood Drive in Ho-Ho-Kus

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, the first annual Molly Marie Pearson Memorial Blood Drive, hosted by the Ho-Ho-Kus Volunteer Ambulance Corps, will take place on April 28, 2022, between the hours 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Ho-Ho-Kus Volunteer Ambulance Corps Building.

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Ho-Ho-Kus Police Up to Speed on New Body Cameras

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, the Ho-Ho-Kus Police Department is pleased to announce that our officers have been trained on the operation of our new WatchGuard V300 body worn cameras (BWC). The camera will be affixed to the officer’s outer most uniform garment. The operation of WatchGuard V300 BWC will be in compliance with agency policy, which is in accordance with NJOAG and Bergen County Prosecutors Office guidelines.

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Ho-Ho-Kus Councilman Joins the Ho-Ho-Kus Ambulance Corps

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ,  Councilman Kevin Crossley joined the Ho-Ho-Kus Ambulance Corps as a daytime driver/lifter amid a volunteer staff shortage. As Borough Liaison to the Department, Crossley decided to step up in their time of need.

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Ho-Ho-Kus Police: East Saddle River Road from Hollywood Avenue to Wearimus Road will be closed February 20th, from 5pm until 4am on February 21st

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Road Closure for Sunday, February 20th into Monday, February 21st.  Please be aware that East Saddle River Road from Hollywood Avenue to Wearimus Road will be closed February 20th, from 5pm until approximately 4am on February 21st. Local traffic only. Please follow detours and use caution.

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Ho-Ho-Kus Planning Board will Discuss High Density Development Project on North Maple Avenue Corridor

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, the Ho-Ho-Kus Planning Board will discuss  the Ho-Ho-Kus Crossings high density development project on North Maple Avenue . While the project will reside in Ho-Ho-Kus  the greatest impact will be felt in Ridgewood . The project will create a profound transformation of the neighborhood which will affect the whole North  Maple Avenue corridor.

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Ho-Ho-Kus Crossings : Major Impact on Maple Avenue Corridor

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, the developer has a project for an apartment complex with 67 units, mainly 1-2 bedroom and a few 3 bedroom units and also129 parking spaces and some retail space. This will be built in the lot behind Red Cedar, from Grandma’s Attic to Barnett Place and 1st street where the footprint is around 1.5 acres. This is a very high density development for a small village like Ho-Ho-Kus . The plan was changed after the developer got all the variances and final approval from NJ DEP due to the proximity to Ho-Ho-Kus Brook.

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County Executive Passes Out at Ho-Ho-Kus Gathering

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Bergen County Executive James Tedesco passed out at a gathering in Ho-Ho-Kus. According to Bergen County Director of Communications Derek Sands he was taken to the Valley Hospital in Ridgewood for precautionary measures Wednesday night after he “became light-headed and briefly fainted at a private event,”

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Ho-Ho-Kus Goes High Tech with New Police Website

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, the Ho-Ho-Kus Police Department  announced their new website on Facebook in a brief post:

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HO-HO-KUS VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT RUNNING OPERATION “SANTA SUNDAY” ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19th

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, The Ho-Ho-Kus Volunteer Fire Department is happy to announce that Santa Claus is coming to town! As part of its long-standing tradition known as “Operation Santa Sunday”, the The Ho-Ho-Kus Volunteer Fire Department will escort Santa on his rounds of all Ho-Ho-Kus streets on Sunday, December 19, between 1 – 4 pm.

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Ho-Ho-Kus Council Recognizes Dedicated Police Department Leadership and Service to the the Borough

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Last Tuesday evening at the Mayor and Council meeting, Mayor Randall was pleased to present Chief Chris Minchin (Ret.), Captain Anthony Grego (Ret.) and Sergeant Jamie Bodart (Ret.) with service plaques in recognition and appreciation of their dedicated Police Department leadership and service to the residents of the Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus.

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Hermitage Christmas Tree Lighting and Candlelight Tours!

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, on November 28th  the Hermitage will host it’s Christmas Tree Lighting! There is free admission for all who wish to come see the lighting of our spectacular Sugi-Pine, enjoy some hot cocoa, and spread some holiday cheer! Festivities begin at 4 PM. We hope to see you there!

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