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Mercedes SUV Crashes Into UPS Store on Route 17 in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, a Mercedes-Benz SUV crashed head-on into a UPS Store and an adjacent business in the 500 block of Route 17 North in Paramus, NJ, early Monday afternoon (February 24).

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Run Through Garden State Plaza: The First-Ever GSP Indoor 5K!

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Paramus NJ, A One-of-a-Kind Race Experience!

Get ready to run, walk, or race through Garden State Plaza in an unforgettable indoor 5K! For the first time ever, GSP will transform into a closed-course race track, giving runners a rare opportunity to navigate the mall while the stores are closed.

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Bergen Town Center Sells Parcel for $25M as Mall Housing Trend Grows in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, the Bergen Town Center in Paramus, NJ, is set to undergo a major transformation, with a $25 million land sale paving the way for a large-scale housing development. This move is part of a growing trend where shopping malls integrate residential spaces to adapt to shifting consumer behaviors and online retail competition.

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90-Year-Old Driver Crashes Audi Through Paramus Home’s Garage

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Paramus NJ, a 90-year-old driver crashed his brand-new black Audi sedan completely through the attached garage of a single-family home in Paramus on Tuesday afternoon, February 18. Despite the severity of the crash, the driver declined medical assistance at the scene.

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Five Newark Teens Charged After High-Speed Police Chase in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, a high-speed police chase involving a stolen vehicle ended early yesterday morning with five Newark teens, aged 14 to 19, now facing multiple charges.

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Lidl Opens New Paramus, NJ Location with Grand Celebration!

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Paramus NJ, on your mark, get set… shop! Lidl US is excited to announce the grand opening of its newest store at 651 RT-17, Paramus, NJ 07652 .The Grand Opening event held on February 12th was attended by Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza, Councilmember Rizzo and Councilman Ace Antonio.

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Tesla Driver Charged After Baseball Bat Road Rage Incident on Route 17

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Paramus NJ, a Ridgefield Park man is facing terroristic threats and criminal mischief charges after allegedly attacking another vehicle with a baseball bat during a road rage incident on Route 17, police said.

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Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Cuts the Ribbon for its New Teen Substance Abuse Center

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Paramus NJ, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center cut the ribbon for its new Teen T.H.R.I.V.E. Acute Partial Hospitalization Program.

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Borough of Paramus Goes Cashless

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Paramus NJ, no more cash payments—that’s the new policy for property and sewer tax payments in Paramus, NJ. The Borough Council recently approved a resolution eliminating cash transactions, requiring residents to pay through personal checks, bank or certified checks, money orders, or credit cards instead.

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Firefighters Extinguish Intense Car Fire at George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus

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Paramus NJ,  Firefighters from Paramus Engine Company #3 and Engine Company #4 swiftly responded to a raging car fire at the entrance of George Washington Memorial Park (234 Paramus Road) on the afternoon of Wednesday, February 5.

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Multiple Vehicles Damaged in Crash at Tesla Dealership on Route 17 in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, An early morning collision on Monday, February 3, resulted in significant damage to at least seven vehicles parked in the lot of a Tesla dealership on Route 17 northbound in Paramus.

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The Valley Hospital Named One of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for 2025

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Paramus NJ, the Valley Hospital is proud to announce that it is one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for 2025, according to new research released by HealthgradesOpen in new window. This achievement reflects The Valley Hospital’s unwavering commitment to exceptional patient care and puts Valley in the top 2% of hospitals nationwide for overall clinical performance.

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Developers Score: Paramus Accepts State Affordable Housing Mandate of 1,000 New “Affordable Housing Units”

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Paramus NJ, the borough of Paramus, New Jersey, has officially accepted the state-mandated requirement to add 1,000 new “affordable housing units” over the next decade—the largest obligation of any town in Bergen County. While town officials acknowledge the necessity of meeting state housing laws, they are also seeking ways to reduce this number to 250 units through a study of available land.

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Bergen Community College Paramedic Science Program Receives the National Conference on EMS “Director’s Award”

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Paramus NJ,  with certification exam outcomes exceeding the statewide average, Bergen Community College paramedic science program students have secured the National Conference on EMS “Director’s Award” for the institution. More than 99 percent of Bergen paramedic science students pass their certification and licensing exams compared with 96.7 percent of students across the state. Professor Joanne Piccininni leads Bergen’s paramedic science program, which features a team of two full-time and 16 part-time faculty members.

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Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza Pushes Legal Action Against American Dream Mall Over Sunday Blue Laws

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Paramus NJ, Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza has announced that the borough is considering legal action against the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford for operating on Sundays—potentially violating Bergen County’s Blue Laws.

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