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GOP Civil War: Backroom Deals and Foreclosure Scandals Rock NJ-9 Congressional Race

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The “Three Stooges” of NJ Politics? Inside the GOP’s Foreclosure Scandal

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Mahwah NJ, according to former GOP congressional candidate Frank Pallotta ,last month, three heavyweights of the New Jersey Republican Party—Jose Arango (Hudson), Peter Murphy (Passaic), and Jack DeLorenzo (Bergen)—made a move that has sent shockwaves through the district. They officially endorsed Tiffany Burress for Congress in New Jersey’s 9th District.

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The Mahwah Hat Trick: NY Man Arrested for Cocaine in Same NJ Town for 3rd Time in 3 Months

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Mahwah Police Stop “Repeat Performer” with Cocaine for Third Time This Winter

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Mahwah NJ, A Rockland County man is back in custody after a series of legal run-ins in Mahwah that have local authorities doing a double-take. For the third time in just 90 days, the same individual has been intercepted by Mahwah police and charged with cocaine possession.

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Remembering the Mahwah Teacher and Fire Chief Whose Lessons Saved Lives

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How One Mahwah Teacher’s Simple Lesson Saved a Family from a 1970s Inferno

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Mahwah NJ, Mahwah is mourning the loss of a true local titan. Kenneth Werring, a man who spent his days molding young minds in the classroom and his nights protecting them from the front lines of the fire department, passed away last week at the age of 87.

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Victory for the Ramapos: Bergen County Rejects Controversial 500-Foot Cell Tower

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Victory for the Ramapos: Bergen County Rejects Controversial 500-Foot Cell Tower

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Mahwah NJ, in a major win for environmentalists and North Jersey hikers, Bergen County officials have officially pulled the plug on a proposed 500-foot telecommunications tower within the Ramapo Valley County Reservation.

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Inside Mahwah’s $138M Referendum: New Gyms, Turf Fields, and Critical Repairs

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Mahwah’s $138M Question: What Homeowners Need to Know Before the March 10 Vote

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Mahwah NJ, Big changes are coming to Mahwah schools, and the Township wants to make sure you have the facts before you head to the polls.

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4 Arrested in Mahwah Dealership Burglary: Former Employee Allegedly Provided Safe Intel

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Inside Job: Former Employee and 3 Accomplices Charged in Mahwah Car Dealership Heist

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Mahwah NJ, A high-stakes plot to crack a safe at a prominent Route 17 car dealership has been foiled, and police say the call was coming from inside the house.

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Standoff on the Overpass: Suspect Subdued After Wild I-287 Pursuit in Mahwah

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Wild I-287 Chase: Mahwah Man Arrested After Ramming Car During Police Stop

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Mahwah NJ, a routine traffic stop on Interstate 287 turned into a dangerous confrontation on Friday, January 2, after a Mahwah man allegedly rammed another vehicle and led officers on a high-speed pursuit. The suspect, identified as Anthony M. Jean, 25, is now facing a long list of charges after a tense standoff with police.

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Campgaw Mountain in Mahwah is Open New Years Eve!

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Mahwah NJ, As of late December 2025, Campgaw Mountain in Mahwah, New Jersey, is currently open for the winter season. The mountain officially kicked off its 2025–2026 season on December 16, 2025. Today New Years Eve, the mountain is open from Open 12/31/25 8:30am-5pm

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Legacy of a Legend: Mahwah Mourns Donald Minassian, Founder of High School Hockey

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Founder of Mahwah High School Hockey Dies

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MAHWAH, NJ — The Mahwah community is mourning the loss of a local titan. Donald Minassian, a devoted coach, attorney, and the visionary founder of the Mahwah High School ice hockey program, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 71.

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Mahwah Holiday Tradition: Ramapough Lenape Nation Craft Fair Returns This Weekend!

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Find Unique Gifts & Support Native Artisans at the Ramapough Lenape Holiday Craft Fair in Mahwah!

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Mahwah NJ, support local Native Artisans & Find Unique Holiday Gifts in Mahwah! Looking for a meaningful way to check off your holiday gift list while supporting your local community and Native American culture? This weekend, the Ramapough Lenape Nation (often referred to as the Ramapough Tribe) invites everyone to their highly anticipated Annual Holiday Craft Fair!

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The Crime That Shook the World: Unraveling the Charles Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping Mystery

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TRIAL OF THE CENTURY! The Enduring Mystery of the Charles Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping – Was Justice Served?

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Mahwah NJ, join the Mahwah Museum for a gripping, in-depth examination of one of the most sensational and tragic crimes in American history: The Charles Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping, Murder, and Trial.

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A Final Lesson: Beloved Bergen County Teacher Yvonne Beatrice Honored by Yankees Podcaster

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Mrs. Beatrice was an award-winning teacher who shared her passion for American history and civic engagement in three different North Jersey towns, including Ridgewood and Hawthorne, before becoming a celebrated fixture at Mahwah High School.

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Mahwah NJ, the Bergen County community is mourning the loss of a remarkable educator who left an indelible mark on generations of students. Yvonne Beatrice, affectionately known as “Mrs. Beatrice,” passed away on November 1st at the age of 73 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

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Repeat Offender Arrested: Mahwah Man Faces New Charges for Child Porn

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Repeat Offender Faces New Charges for Possessing 5,000 Child Abuse Images

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Mahwah NJ, a Mahwah man already convicted of child pornography distribution has been arrested again on severe new charges. Quinn T. Dickson, 28, of Mahwah, was taken into custody Tuesday after investigators allegedly discovered he possessed thousands of child abuse images.

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Wild Turkeys are Common in North Jersey, Were Wiped out in the 19th Century

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Wild turkeys were successfully reintroduced in 1977 with the release of 22 birds

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Mahwah NJ, Wild turkeys are common in North Jersey, and their presence is a success story of conservation after they were wiped out in the 19th century. They are now abundant, found in wooded areas near suburbs, and adaptable enough to venture into backyards for food. A unique fact is that a turkey’s head color changes to express its mood, and males can be attractive to females based on the length of their “snood” (the fleshy appendage over the beak).

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Mahwah Police Officers Give Back: PBA Local #143 Donates 90+ Turkeys to Feed Local Families!

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Happy Thanksgiving from your dedicated Mahwah PBA Local #143!

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Mahwah NJ, the spirit of Thanksgiving is alive and well in Mahwah! Ahead of the holiday, the Mahwah PBA Local #143 stepped up in a big way to ensure local families have a centerpiece for their holiday meals.

On Thursday, November 20th, members of the Mahwah PBA Local 143 proudly donated over 90 turkeys to the Center for Food Action (CFA). This tremendous effort will directly impact food security and bring holiday cheer to those in need across our community.

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