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Paramus NJ, while the search for drones captivated Bergen County residents in recent months, Bergen Community College’s two observatories offer members of the public an opportunity to look beyond the skies above and, instead, into deep space.
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Paramus NJ, Borough of Paramus officials are exploring a potential lawsuit against American Dream, the Meadowlands megamall, for operating retail stores on Sundays in violation of Bergen County’s historic Blue Laws. The mall has reportedly been defying these laws for nearly a year, multiply news outlets sparking outrage among local leaders and residents.
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Paramus NJ, a dramatic incident unfolded in Paramus, New Jersey, on Thursday afternoon, January 23, when two alleged scammers fled the Best Buy located at the Fashion Center on Route 17. Their escape led to a chaotic scene involving a collision with a Paramus Police Department patrol car and at least one civilian vehicle.
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Paramus NJ, a tragic accident occurred Wednesday evening on Farview Avenue in Paramus, where a pedestrian was struck and killed.
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Paramus NJ, a 19-year-old driver sustained minor injuries in a rollover crash on Monday afternoon, January 20, on East Midland Avenue near From Road in Paramus.
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Paramus NJ, a major multi-vehicle collision late Monday morning at the intersection of Paramus Road and Red Mill Road in Paramus required four ambulances to transport injured victims to local hospitals. The crash, which occurred around 11 a.m., also temporarily shut down Paramus Road in both directions as authorities worked to clear the scene.
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Paramus NJ, exciting news for Paramus shoppers: Lidl, the popular German international discount retailer, is opening a new location at 651 Route 17! The grand opening is scheduled for Wednesday, February 12, bringing Lidl’s unbeatable savings and unique shopping experience to even more Bergen County residents.
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Paramus NJ, one of the three major development projects at Paramus malls is undergoing changes. The previously approved Bergen Town Center redevelopment plan has been revised under new leadership, calling for fewer apartments and retail spaces.
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Paramus NJ, a head-on collision at the intersection of Paramus Road and Linwood Avenue in Paramus on Tuesday afternoon, January 14, left one driver injured and required emergency response from multiple agencies.
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Paramus NJ, the long-anticipated redevelopment of Westfield Garden State Plaza is gaining momentum, with a groundbreaking expected in mid-2025, according to 3E Public Relations, representing Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, the mall’s owner. This ambitious project is part of a growing trend of transforming traditional malls into mixed-use hubs in Paramus.
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Paramus NJ, During emergencies, every second matters. To improve safety and efficiency, the Paramus Volunteer Fire Department has partnered with Community Connect, a software platform that enables residents and business owners to share critical information with first responders before an emergency strikes.
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Paramus NJ, Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE: M) has confirmed the planned closure of 66 stores across the country including one in New Jersey in West Orange as part of its transformative “Bold New Chapter” strategy. This initiative, announced in February 2024, aims to drive sustainable, profitable growth by streamlining the company’s store portfolio and investing in key locations.
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Paramus NJ, a long-vacant property in Paramus, featuring a former garden center and a historic two-century-old home near the Ridgewood border, has been officially designated as an area in need of redevelopment. This decision, made unanimously by the Paramus Planning Board last week, could pave the way for revitalization at the prominent site on Paramus Road and Ridgewood Avenue.
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Paramus NJ, a collision involving a school transportation van on Route 17 southbound near Route 4 westbound in Paramus on Tuesday morning, January 7, left three individuals injured, including a 16-year-old student.
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Paramus NJ, a Paramus man, Nicholas Trapani, has filed a lawsuit against Bergen County, its Police Academy, Sheriff’s Office, Prosecutor’s Office, and five individuals involved in the academy’s training program, alleging serious injuries sustained during his time at the academy. The lawsuit, filed on New Year’s Eve in New Jersey’s Superior Court, raises concerns about the training practices and lack of medical care provided to recruits.
