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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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