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Leonia NJ, Even creatures that have been extinct for 66 million years are getting into the holiday spirit for America’s milestone 250th birthday.
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Leonia NJ, Centuries ago, people whispered in fear about “Spontaneous Human Combustion”—a mysterious phenomenon where bodies supposedly ignited without an external flame. While history eventually dismissed those tales as Victorian urban legends, a new and very real version of spontaneous combustion is haunting New Jersey hallways today: Lithium-ion battery fires.
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Leonia NJ, While Leonia, New Jersey, is just a stone’s throw from the George Washington Bridge and the Manhattan skyline, a recent visitor has reminded residents that the area still has a wild side.
On March 20, 2026, the Leonia Police Department issued a wildlife alert after a coyote was captured on video strolling through a residential backyard near Grandview Avenue. The footage shows the animal effortlessly hopping a fence and navigating the morning fog, a sight that has put local homeowners on high alert.
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LEONIA, NJ — Forget the standard bouncy house. If you’re looking for a birthday celebration that combines outdoor adventure with picture-perfect memories, the Bergen Equestrian Center is galloping to the top of North Jersey’s must-book list.
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LEONIA, NJ – It was a transaction millions of years (and a few bounced checks) in the making. Guy Gsell, executive producer of Field Station: Dinosaurs, confirmed today that the sale of the park’s iconic collection to the Showboat Resort in Atlantic City has finally been settled after a high-stakes financial drama.
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Leonia NJ, balancing Growth and Character: Leonia’s Comprehensive Redevelopment Plan. A Bergen County community is taking a proactive and ambitious step to secure its financial future and enhance residents’ quality of life. The Borough of Leonia, NJ, has formally adopted a comprehensive redevelopment ordinance, which Mayor Bill Ziegler calls a “defining moment” for the municipality.
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LEONIA, NJ — Authorities have announced the arrest and charging of a Bergen County man who worked as a teacher in Passaic County, following allegations of sexual assault against a nine-year-old student.
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Leonia, N.J. – Nov. 19, 2025 Bergen Equestrian Center (BEC), home to Bergen County’s first equine emotional wellness center, Our Stable Life, is excited to offer Holiday Photos with a Horse for the first time. Reserve your spot for holiday photos, where you can choose props ranging from wreaths and Santa hats to Hanukkah decorations—whatever you celebrate!
Dino-Mite Deal! Buy a 3-Story T-Rex for Your Backyard as North Jersey’s Field Station: Dinosaurs Closes Gates!
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Leonia NJ, if you’ve ever dreamt of owning a piece of Jurassic history, your moment has arrived. Field Station: Dinosaurs, the beloved 14-year-old theme park located in Overpeck Park, Leonia, NJ, is shutting down in early November—and they’re auctioning off their star attractions to the public!
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Leonia NJ, the borough of Leonia, New Jersey, has officially been removed from a controversial federal list of so-called “sanctuary cities,” according to an announcement from Mayor Bill Ziegler. The change follows a concerted effort by local and state officials to clarify the borough’s policies and affirm its compliance with federal immigration laws.
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Powerful words honor the fallen and remind us of the enduring spirit of a nation
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Leonia NJ, This evening, the Bergen County community gathered at the 9/11 Monument in Overpeck County Park to hold a solemn remembrance ceremony. Twenty-four years after the tragic attacks, the event honored the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001, including 147 cherished residents of Bergen County.
Continue reading “We Must Never Forget”: Bergen County Remembers 9/11 with Solemn Ceremony
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Leonia NJ, a bombshell lawsuit filed in 2025 accuses former Leonia High School drama teacher James Avidon of sexually assaulting a female student starting in 1998, with the Bergen County school board facing heat for alleged negligence. The unnamed plaintiff claims Avidon groomed her from middle school, escalating to “invasive physical conduct” during private lessons. This isn’t Leonia’s first scandal—similar accusations against another teacher surfaced earlier this year. Here’s the shocking story shaking NJ and what it means for school accountability in 2025!
Field Station: Dinosaurs Takes Its Final Bow in Bergen County — But Its Story Isn’t Over
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In a year when New Jersey’s film and television industry is booming, one beloved Bergen County attraction is stepping into the spotlight for one final season — and perhaps a new act altogether.
Field Station: Dinosaurs, the outdoor, family-friendly dinosaur-themed park located in the Henry Hoebel area of Leonia, is closing out its final year under a five-year lease with Bergen County. But while the dinosaurs may be roaring their last in this location, their legacy may be far from extinct — thanks to renewed interest, educational momentum, and a big break on national television.
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Leonia NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced an upgraded charge against 34-year-old OSMARY JIMENEZ-LUNA of North Bergen, NJ related to a hit-and-run accident. The upgraded charge is the result of an ongoing investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Leonia Police Department, under the direction of Chief Scott Tamagny.
Continue reading Charges Upgraded on Fatal Leonia Hit-and-Run Driver
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LEONIA, NJ — A woman is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle in the early hours of July 10, according to a statement from the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office.
