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Ramsey High School Students Step Up to Extinguish Local Fire

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Ramsey NJ, on October 25th , in an inspiring show of quick thinking and teamwork, a group of students from Ramsey High School took action to stop a fire from spreading near their school. Early this morning, the students noticed a fire affecting a fence and the surrounding area in the backyard of a nearby home. With no time to waste, they formed a classic bucket brigade, working together to douse the flames before they could spread.

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Ramsey and Saddle River Strike $4.5 Million Deal for Middle School Education Partnership

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Ramsey NJ, a new $4.5 million, five-year agreement has been reached between the Ramsey School District and Saddle River for middle school education. Under the renewed partnership, the Ramsey School District will continue to welcome 54 Saddle River students in grades six through eight at Eric S. Smith Middle School, according to Ramsey Schools Superintendent Andrew Matteo. This deal replaces a prior 10-year contract between the districts that expired on June 30.

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Ramsey Home Fire Determined to Accidental

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Ramsey NJ, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and the Ramsey Police Department investigated a fire that occurred in Ramsey, NJ, on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at approximately 9:27 p.m.

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Ramsey Fire Department Mourns the Loss of Beloved Senior Member, Richard Scalione

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Ramsey NJ, It is with deep sadness that the Ramsey Fire Department announces the passing of one of its most cherished members, Richard Scalione, who passed away on October 9, 2024, at the age of 80. Richard, known for his decades of service to the community, was a longtime resident of Ramsey and previously of Ridgewood. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication, leadership, and kindness.

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Ramsey Firefighters Battle Intense Three-Alarm Fire on Saturday Night

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Ramsey NJ, on Saturday night, October 12, around 9:30 pm, Ramsey’s dedicated volunteer firefighters responded to a serious structure fire at 4 Carriage Lane. Upon arrival, the crews were met with intense flames engulfing the first and second floors, as well as the attic. The fire’s severity prompted a second alarm, soon escalating to a three-alarm call, bringing in multiple neighboring fire departments to assist.

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Classic Car Destroyed in Ramsey Parking Garage Fire

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Ramsey NJ, the Ramsey Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire that engulfed a classic car on the first floor of the New Jersey Transit parking garage. Upon arrival, Deputy Chief Jim Dougherty confirmed a working fire and immediately took command of the scene.

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Ramsey School District Proposes Groundbreaking “Away for the Day” Policy to Ban Cell Phones

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Ramsey Nj, the Ramsey School District is taking a bold step toward reducing distractions and enhancing the learning environment by introducing an innovative “Away for the Day” policy. This proposed initiative, set to be fully implemented by January 2, 2025, aims to limit student access to cellphones, smartwatches, and other electronic devices during school hours.

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Borough of Ramsey to Conduct a Property Revaluation and Reassessment

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Ramsey NJ, the Borough of Ramsey has announced that Appraisal Systems Inc. has been hired to conduct a property revaluation and reassessment mandated by Bergen County. This process is essential to ensure property values are accurately reflected according to current market conditions

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Orangeburg Man Charged with Aggravated Arson in Ramsey

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Ramsey NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of NICHOLAS L. TODARO (DOB: 8/10/1987; single; unemployed) of Orangeburg, NY on arson charges. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit under the direction of Chief Jason Love, and the Ramsey Police Department under the direction of Chief Brian Lyman.

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Slippery Road Conditions Leaves Ramsey emergency services working side by side!

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Ramsey NJ, on January 15th , Ramsey Rescue, Ramsey Fire and Ramsey EMS were dispatched to a Motor Vehicle Rollover with possible entrapment. A vehicle left the roadway and rolled over entrapping the driver. Rescue’s crews quickly freed the driver and transferred care to EMS personnel who transported the patient to the hospital.

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Ramsey Police and Fire Investigate Suspicious Brush Fires

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Ramsey NJ, on January 5th ,Ramsey Fire Department crews were dispatched to multiple brush fires across the borough off Franklin Turnpike in the woods behind various businesses. The fires were rapidly extinguished and brought under control by joint teams from Ramsey Fire & Rescue. The cause of the fires are under investigation by Ramsey Police and the Ramsey Fire Official. Remember to always use care when disposing of fire place ashes, and smoking materials.

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Montclair Chef Arrested After Gunning Down Women in Ramsey

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Ramsey NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of LUIS A. SUAREZ (DOB: 09/16/1982; single; chef) of Montclair, NJ, on charges of murder and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and the Ramsey Police Department under the direction of Chief Brian Lyman.

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Pedestrian Struck and Killed Crossing Route 17 in Ramsey

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Ramsey NJ, a 55 year old individual lost their life after being struck by a motor vehicle on Route 17 south near Ramsey Outdoor at approximately 6:40 a.m. on Friday, as reported by the Ramsey Police Department.

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Son of Former NBA Player and Don Bosco Senior will Suit Up for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights

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Ramsey NJ,Congrats to Bergen County’s own Dylan Harper on his decision to keep his talents in Jersey and suit up for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights next year! Harper, the youngest son of former NBA player Ron Harper Sr and brother of former Rutgers star Ron Harper Jr, is the #3 high school basketball recruit in the nation and currently is in his final year at Don Bosco.

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NJ Transit Morning Commuter Train Fatally Strikes a Person in Ramsey

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Ramsey NJ, authorities are conducting an investigation following a fatality involving a person struck by an NJ Transit train in Ramsey on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred around 9:40 a.m., involving Main Line Train 1109, which had departed from Hoboken at 8:35 a.m. and was en route to Suffern, New York.

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