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Multi-Vehicle Collision at Mid Ridge Plaza in Paramus Causes Major Damage

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Paramus NJ, A Monday afternoon collision on December 30 resulted in a four-vehicle crash at the Mid Ridge Plaza Shopping Center on Route 17 southbound in Paramus, New Jersey. The accident caused one of the vehicles to careen into the front of a building undergoing extensive renovations.

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The Valley Hospital Dedicates Family Care Pavilion in Honor of Audrey Meyers CEO Emeritus of Valley Health System

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Paramus Nj Valley Health System is pleased to announce the dedication of the Audrey Meyers Family Care Pavilion, named in honor of Audrey Meyers, FACHE, CEO Emeritus of Valley Health System. A dedication ceremony was held on Wednesday, December 18, and attended by members of Valley Health System’s Board of Trustees, leadership team, donors, and Audrey’s family.

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Bergen Community College Professor Suspended Amid Sexual Assault Allegations

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Paramus NJ, Bergen Community College Professor Zameer Baksh has been suspended and is facing criminal charges following allegations that he sexually assaulted a student, authorities announced in a statement on Saturday.

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Overnight Theft in Paramus: Tesla Wheels and Tires Stolen from Dealership Lot

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Paramus NJ, welcome to the 1970’s ,thieves struck overnight in Paramus, targeting two Tesla sedans parked in a dealership’s overflow lot at the Fashion Center on East Ridgewood Avenue. Both vehicles were discovered Friday morning, December 20th, resting on cinder blocks after their wheels and tires were stolen.

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School Bus and Tractor-Trailer Collision Temporarily Shuts Down Route 17 in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, a Wednesday morning collision on December 18, involving a small school bus and a tractor-trailer, disrupted traffic on Route 17 northbound near the Garden State Parkway entrance in Paramus. The accident resulted in injuries, emergency responses, and temporary lane closures.

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Macy’s to Close 65 Stores in 2024 Amid Retail Industry Challenges

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Paramus NJ, Macy’s is ramping up its store closure plans, announcing it will shutter 65 locations by the end of the fiscal year—an increase from the 50 closures previously planned. This move is part of a broader strategy to eliminate approximately 150 underperforming stores over the next three years.

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Big Win in Paramus: $150,000 Lottery Ticket Sold at Local 7-Eleven

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Paramus NJ, if you purchased a New Jersey Lottery ticket in Paramus recently, you might want to double-check your numbers! A lucky winner scored a $150,000 prize with a ticket bought at the 7-Eleven located at 67 East Ridgewood Avenue, according to the New Jersey Lottery.

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Bergen County Teen Arrested for Threatening Bergen Community College on TikTok

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Paramus NJ, in a concerning incident highlighting the intersection of social media and public safety, a 14-year-old from Bergen County was arrested after allegedly threatening to “shoot up” Bergen Community College in a TikTok comment. The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office announced the arrest and outlined the timeline of events leading to the teenager’s detainment.

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Tis the Season: Paramus Police Arrest Suspect in Porch Pirate Package Theft

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Paramus NJ, a Clifton man has been arrested in connection with a porch piracy incident in Paramus, and authorities suspect he may be linked to similar package thefts in neighboring areas.

Khaled M. Mansour, 38, was charged with stealing a package from a Paramus home last Thursday. The theft, which occurred before 12:30 p.m., was caught on the homeowner’s CCTV system, showing the suspect leaving the scene in a Ford E-Series van.

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Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland Returns to Van Saun Park!

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Paramus NJ, get ready to embrace the magic of the season as Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland has returned to Van Saun County Park ! Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco and the Bergen County Board of Commissioners are thrilled to bring back Northern New Jersey’s premier destination for holiday family fun.

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Paramus Police to Deliver Letters to Santa at the North Pole

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Paramus NJ, the Paramus Police Department is proud to have been chosen by Santa Claus himself to deliver letters to the North Pole! Be sure to stop by Carlough Drive (between the Police Department and Borough Hall) and drop your letters in the mailbox! Last express delivery to the North Pole will be Friday, December 20th.

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Paramus Mayor Launches New Task Force to Improve NYC Commutes

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Paramus NJ, starting in 2025, Paramus Mayor Christopher DiPiazza will establish a Commuter Engagement Task Force Commission to tackle the challenges faced by residents who commute to New York City for work. This initiative aims to gather input directly from commuters and explore local solutions to improve their daily journeys.

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Paramus Police High Speed Pursuit Thru North Jersey Ends in Arrest of Five Teens in Stolen Car

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Paramus, NJ – A dramatic police pursuit across several North Jersey towns ended late Wednesday night with the arrest of five teens in a stolen car, according to the Paramus Police Department. The teens, traveling in a stolen Kia K500 Stinger, were apprehended after a high-speed chase that spanned multiple municipalities and concluded on the Garden State Parkway.

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Late-Night Chick-fil-A Run Takes a Wild Turn in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, Monday night’s dinner rush took an unexpected twist at the Chick-fil-A on Route 17 in Paramus, NJ. A Hyundai Tucson SUV, driven by a hungry and hurried motorist, ended up off the beaten path—literally—crashing into an embankment just moments before the restaurant’s 10 PM closing.

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The Valley Hospital Receives Award of Merit in Healthcare on Engineering and Construction Best Project List

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Paramus NJ, the Valley Hospital has received an award of merit in healthcare from Engineering News-Record (ENR) New York as part of the organization’s 2024 New York Best Projects list.

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