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Bergen Community College New Podcast Bergen Banter Premieres

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PARAMUS NJ, Bergen Community College has launched the first official podcast in the institution’s nearly 60-year history. The series premiere of Bergen Banter went live on all major podcast platforms, including Spotify, iHeartRadio and Apple Podcast, on November 20. Leveraging the institution’s faculty and staff as content area experts, the podcast aims to educate, offering listeners an opportunity to take a deep dive into topics of global, civic and recreational interest.

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New Jersey Municipalities Brace for “Affordable Housing” Mandates

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Paramus NJ, last month, New Jersey’s municipalities learned their “affordable housing obligations” for the next decade. The state Department of Community Affairs (DCA) published calculations detailing the number of units each of the state’s 564 municipalities must accommodate by 2035. These mandates aim to address both current and future affordable housing needs across the state.

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Newark Man Charged in Strangling and Stabbing Death of 74 year Old in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 21-year-old KISHAN S. SHETH of Newark, NJ on various charges, including murder. The arrest was the result of a homicide investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Paramus Police Department under the direction of Chief Robert M. Guidetti.

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Paramus Police Crack Down on Trucks in the Left Lane on Route 17

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Paramus NJ, the Paramus Police Department Traffic Unit has teamed up with the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Safety Unit to tackle a growing problem on Route 17: commercial vehicles unlawfully driving in the left lane.

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Paramus Police Arrest Teen Driver After Wild Chase Following Massive Car Meetup on Route 4

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Paramus NJ, in the early hours of Saturday morning, a police response to a large and “unsanctioned” car meetup on Route 4 in Paramus led to the arrest of a teenager and a chaotic pursuit. The event, drawing approximately 500 vehicles, took place in the Sports Authority parking lot on Route 4 West, prompting heightened police presence and monitoring in the area.

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The 7th Annual Big Santa Lighting and Holiday Drone Show

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Paramus NJ, get ready to celebrate the holiday season with Bergen County’s biggest annual tradition! On November 9 at 5:30 PM, Westfield Garden State Plaza is hosting its 7th annual Big Santa Lighting—and this year, it’s going to be bigger, brighter, and more magical than ever!

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Paramus to Upgrade Busy Midland and Farview Intersection in 2025

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Paramus  NJ, Paramus residents will see major upgrades to the intersection of Midland and Farview Avenues next year. Mayor Chris DiPiazza  made the announcement on Facebook. This key crossing has been selected by the Borough Council as the focus for safety and traffic improvements, which include adding left-turn lanes, enhancing sidewalks, and removing outdated traffic features. The Council recently approved the project to go to bid, marking a big step forward in the town’s effort to modernize busy intersections.

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Bergen Community College an Inaugural Partner in UK Student Exchange Program

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Paramus NJ, the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) and U.K. Association of Colleges (AoC) have selected Bergen Community College as an inaugural partner for a collaborative student exchange program focused on sustainability with colleges in the United Kingdom. Officially the “U.S.-UK Community College and Technical Education Exchange,” the program will pair Bergen with Southport College in England to collaborate on initiatives related to sustainable construction. ACCT and AoC officials announced program participants at the ACCT’s leadership congress event this month in Seattle.

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E. Coli Outbreak Linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder: What You Need to Know

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Paramus NJ, a concerning E. coli outbreak has been linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder burgers , affecting 75 people across 13 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In a recent update, the CDC revealed that 22 individuals have been hospitalized, and tragically, one person has died due to complications related to the infection.

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BuyBuy Baby to Close All Stores and Shift to Online-Only Model

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Paramus NJ, after years of ups and downs, the well-known baby retailer, BuyBuy Baby, is closing the doors on all its physical stores. This move comes just a year after the company filed for bankruptcy. All 10 remaining brick-and-mortar locations are set to shut down by the end of the year, as the brand transitions to an online-only model.

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7-Eleven to Close Nearly 450 Underperforming Stores Across North America

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Paramus NJ, in a recent earnings report, 7-Eleven’s parent company, Seven & I Holdings, announced that nearly 450 7-Eleven stores across North America will be closing due to underperformance. Specifically, 444 stores are set to shut their doors as a result of declining sales, particularly in cigarette sales, decreased customer traffic, and inflationary pressures.

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Paramus Mayor Joins UNICO to Recognize Columbus Day

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Paramus NJ, Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza joined Rosa Rizzolo and UNICO for inviting the governing body today to recognize Columbus Day and Italian Americans contributions to Paramus and the United States.

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Stew Leonard’s of N.J. Hosts First-Ever Food & Wine Festival

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Paramus NJ, Stew Leonard’s chefs and wine specialists are taking over the farm fresh food store’s Garden State locations with their first-ever Food & Wine Festival!  The Paramus location will host the event on Saturday, October 12 while the Clifton location’s event will take place on Saturday, October 19.  Both festivals will run from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. and feature samples of Stew Leonard’s most-loved dishes alongside our best-selling wine, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks.

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New Jersey Must Resolve Unsafe Conditions in New Jersey’s State-Run Veterans Homes

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Paramus NJ, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey and the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division today filed a complaint against the state of New Jersey and joined with the state in filing a proposed consent decree to address findings of unconstitutional conditions at the New Jersey Veterans Memorial Homes at Menlo Park and Paramus.

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Water Main Break Shuts Down Route 17 Lane in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, a construction project to install guard rails along the shoulder of Route 17 southbound in Paramus took an unexpected turn on Friday morning, September 27, when workers accidentally punctured a large water main. The incident led to the closure of both the right shoulder and right travel lane between the Paramus Park overpass and Midland Avenue as crews raced to contain the situation.

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