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Bergen Hazmat Deployed to Stubborn Car Fire at Bergen Community College in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, a motor vehicle fire in the “B” parking lot of Bergen Community College’s main campus destroyed what appeared to have been a Honda CRV SUV, and heavily damaged a 4-door sedan that was parked next to it. The inferno was reported just prior to 11:00 am on Tuesday, 12/19. Firefighters from Paramus Engine Companies #3 and #1 extinguished the stubborn blaze. Technicians from the Bergen County Hazardous Materials Unit were called to address a large, fire related fuel spill No injuries were reported in the incident. Both vehicles were removed from the scene by a flatbed tow truck.

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Paramus Police Department Drops New Holiday Package Theft PSA Starring The Grinch

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Paramus NJ, the Paramus Police Department , headline  BREAKING NEWS: Suspect arrested after package theft attempt thwarted by Paramus Finest.

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Paramus Park Mall Targeted for Major Housing Development

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Paramus NJ, On Thursday, the borough Planning Board granted approval to R&O Paramus, LLC’s proposal to construct approximately 360 apartments adjacent to the Paramus Park mall, situated west of the Garden State Parkway. The envisioned two-building complex is slated to occupy land north of the mall and certain sections of its parking lot, encompassing roughly 60,000 square feet beyond the Macy’s department store.

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Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza Welcomed Back Barnes & Noble on “Black Friday”

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Paramus NJ, Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza welcomed back Barnes & Noble on “Black Friday” .

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Panels from Alexander’s Department Store Mural Find New Home at The Valley Hospital in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, Valley Health System is pleased to display panels from Polish-born artist Stefan Knapp’s mural entitled “The World” on the grounds of The Valley Hospital in Paramus.  The mural was prominently displayed for decades on the exterior of Alexander’s department store in Paramus, New Jersey.

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Christmas House Paramus will Open inside Paramus Park for a New Holiday Tradition!

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Paramus NJ,  Christmas House Paramus is returning as the number one Christmas attraction this year thanks to the highly anticipated grand opening. This innovative attraction, opening November 24th, promises to enrich Holiday memories, immersing visitors in a beautiful walk-through of all things Christmas. Christmas House Paramus offers everything you love about Christmas, all in one place. Everyone’s favorite Christmas sights, sounds, and smells come to life in Christmas House Paramus!

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Lieutenant Governor Pardons Turkey at Stew Leonard in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, New Jersey Lt. Governor Tahesha Way was at Stew Leonard’s Paramus  for a very important assignment. The Lt. Governor joined Stew Leonard Junior and other dignitaries to pardon “Travis” the Turkey. Travis’s girlfriend “Taylor” the Turkey is also being pardoned this week at Stew Leonard’s Newington. They will live out their days together at a Farm sanctuary in Connecticut.

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Amazon Wish List for the Paramus Veterans Home

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Paramus NJ, the Paramus Veterans Home has been so incredibly grateful to us each year for our generous donations that fill a holiday gift bag for each of their residents. For some residents who do not have family, this will be the only gift they receive this holiday season.

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Pickup Driver Extricated In Route 4 Rollover in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, The driver of a Ford F150 pickup truck was extricated from his vehicle and transported by ambulance to Hackensack University Medical Center’s main campus following an early Tuesday morning, 11/14, crash on Route 4 eastbound in Paramus, near Paramus Road. No other vehicles appeared to have been involved in the mishap. A flatbed tow truck righted the pickup and removed it from the highway.

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Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland and Let it GLOW! A Holiday Lantern Spectacular Attractions Open This November at Van Saun Park in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco and the Bergen County Board of Commissioners are excited to announce that starting in November, Van Saun County Park in Paramus will once again be Northern New Jersey’s premier destination for winter family fun with two distinct and unique holiday attractions.

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Paramus Council Goes All Republican

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Paramus NJ, on Tuesdays municipal elections in Paramus, there have been notable changes in the Borough Council composition and the all-Republican makeup. Here are the key outcomes:

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Orange Lantern in Paramus to Change Ownership After 90 years

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Paramus NJ, the Orange Lantern, a renowned sports bar located in Paramus, has been under the ownership of the Faatz family since 1933. However, after nearly 90 years of ownership, Gene and Maria Faatz have made the decision to sell the bar. This transition was announced on the restaurant’s Facebook page.

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Division of Consumer Affairs Announce $640,000 Settlement with Defunct NJ Cosmetology School in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs (“the Division”) announced today that a now-defunct New Jersey cosmetology school and its related entities have agreed to pay nearly $640,000 – a majority of which will be used for consumer restitution – to resolve the State’s lawsuit alleging they defrauded students and engaged in substandard business practices that financially harmed students. In a separate settlement with the State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling (“the Board”), the school also agreed to surrender its licenses to operate in New Jersey.

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Paramus Police Sergeant Dean Avagnano Retires, Known for His Many Animal Rescues

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Paramus NJ, congratulations and best wishes to Paramus Police Sergeant Dean Avagnano on his retirement. Sgt. Avagnano who is mostly known for his for his career in the traffic division has also been a major participant in our community events. Always seen chaperoning our LEAD – Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence events and rescuing animals throughout his career. Over the years the Ridgewood blog has profiled Sgt. Avagnano during several animal rescues. Sgt. Avagnano has been a major part of our motor unit and has also installed hundreds of car seats for young parents in town. Thank you for your service Sgt. Avagnano .

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Elderly Homeowner Rescued in Early Morning Fire in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, an early Saturday afternoon, 11/04, structure fire in the 300 block of Willard Road began in a microwave oven, and extended to kitchen cabinets and the home’s roof before Paramus FD firefighters gained complete control of it. An elderly resident of the home was reportedly rescued by a neighbor as the structure filled with smoke. Paramus EMTs evaluated the evacuee on the front lawn of a nearby home; it is uncertain if he was transported by ambulance to a local hospital. Oradell firefighters assisted Paramus Fire Department at the scene.

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