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INEOS Automotive Selects Montvale, NJ for Its U.S. Headquarters and Showroom

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Montvale NJ,  Montvale is continuing its legacy as a hub for automotive excellence with the exciting arrival of INEOS Automotive, which has officially chosen the borough as its United States headquarters.

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Over Two Dozen NJ Towns Sue State Over Court Ordered “Affordable Housing Mandates”

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Montvale NJ,  a coalition of over two dozen New Jersey towns is ramping up its fight against the state’s controversial forced over development “affordable housing” mandates, taking their case to federal court in an effort to halt the wave of rapid development sweeping through suburban communities.

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Loose German Shepherd and Pitbull Kill Maltese in New Jersey Dog Attack

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Montvale NJ,  a tragic dog attack in Bergen County has left a small dog dead and a man injured after a German Shepherd and Pitbull got loose from a nearby property, police confirmed.

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Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali Urges Parents To Put A Stop ‘Ding Dong Dash’ Pranks

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Montvale NJ , Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali is urging local parents to talk to their children about the disruptive trend of “ding dong dash” pranks, which have recently caused concern in neighboring towns.

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Veolia Water to Conduct Balloon Survey in Montvale for Upcoming Water Tank Installation

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Montvale NJ, Montvale residents, don’t be alarmed if you spot a balloon in the sky this Friday! According to Mayor Mike Ghassali, Veolia Water will be launching at least one balloon over their property on Summit Avenue as part of an ongoing survey for the planned water tank installation.

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Montvale Honors EMT Matt Goldman as 2025 Hometown Hero

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Montvale NJ, in a night filled with gratitude and admiration, Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali proudly honored Matt Goldman, EMT with the Tri-Boro Volunteer Ambulance Corps, as the 2025 Hometown Hero—an honor only awarded three times in the town’s history. Goldman was also presented with the prestigious Key to the City for his selfless and heroic actions.

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Montvale EMT to be Honored for Heroic Rescue After Garden State Parkway Bus Crash

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Montvale NJ, a Montvale emergency medical technician (EMT) is being recognized for his heroic actions following a devastating school bus crash on the Garden State Parkway.

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NJ Senator Fights Hospital Forms Asking Newborns About Sexual Orientation

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Legislation to Challenge 2022 Law Mandating Demographic Surveys

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Montvale NJ, a New Jersey state senator is pushing back against a hospital questionnaire that asks for demographic details—including sexual orientation—for newborn babies.

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School Bus Overturns on Garden State Parkway in Montvale, Injuring 13

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Serious Crash Shuts Down Parkway, Leaves One in Critical Condition

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Montvale NJ, A school bus from Lakewood, carrying 31 passengers, overturned on the Garden State Parkway in Montvale on Monday night, injuring 13 people, including one critically. The accident, which happened around 7:40 p.m. near mile marker 170.9, temporarily shut down all northbound lanes, causing major traffic disruptions.

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Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Opens in Montvale on March 3rd

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Montvale NJ, Steak lovers in Bergen County have something to celebrate as Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is set to open its newest location in Montvale on Monday, March 3. Known for its premium steaks, world-class wines, and upscale dining experience, the restaurant aims to bring a modern take on the traditional steakhouse to northern New Jersey.

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Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali Highlights 10 Troubling Facts About NJ’s Court Mandated “Affordable Housing”

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Montvale NJ, Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali has brought attention to significant issues uncovered during the borough’s legal challenge against New Jersey’s Fourth Round affordable housing law. This lawsuit, aimed at addressing what Montvale and other municipalities deem an unfair system, reveals systemic problems that could impact towns statewide. Here are ten troubling facts Mayor Ghassali shared about the ongoing litigation.

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Wegmans Recalls Chicken Breast Nuggets Due to Bone Contamination

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Montvale NJ, attention Wegmans Shoppers: Wegmans Food Markets has issued a recall for its Food You Feel Good About Chicken Breast Nuggets in 46-ounce bags due to potential contamination with bone pieces.

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A Holistic Approach to Affordable Housing: A Message from Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali

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Montvale NJ, Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali has written a compelling letter to Trenton, addressing the complex challenges of affordable housing and the need for a more comprehensive solution to housing insecurity. While acknowledging the importance of affordable housing initiatives, Mayor Ghassali emphasizes that these efforts alone will not resolve the underlying systemic issues driving housing instability in New Jersey and beyond.

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Responsible Planning Group Seeks Stay on January 31, 2025 “Affordable Housing” Deadline

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Montvale NJ, the Local Leaders for Responsible Planning (LLRP) have filed a new request for a stay on the looming January 31, 2025, affordable housing deadline. Citing flawed rulemaking by the Administrative Director of the Courts (ADC) and the Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (HMFA), the group argues that municipalities are being forced into compliance without adequate notice or opportunity to comment.

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President-elect Donald Trump Vows Report on Mysterious Drone Activity in New Jersey

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Montvale NJ, as sightings of unexplained drones over New Jersey continue to spark curiosity and concern, President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to release a detailed report shortly after his inauguration on January 20. Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, Trump promised the report “about one day” into his administration, citing the public’s demand for answers regarding the mysterious aerial activity.

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