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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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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
Continue reading Borough of Ramsey to Conduct a Property Revaluation and Reassessment
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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.
Continue reading Orangeburg Man Charged with Aggravated Arson in Ramsey
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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.
Continue reading Slippery Road Conditions Leaves Ramsey emergency services working side by side!
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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.
Continue reading Ramsey Police and Fire Investigate Suspicious Brush Fires
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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.
Continue reading Montclair Chef Arrested After Gunning Down Women 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.
Continue reading Pedestrian Struck and Killed Crossing Route 17 in Ramsey
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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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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.
Continue reading NJ Transit Morning Commuter Train Fatally Strikes a Person in Ramsey
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Ramsey NJ, Ramsey Rescue names Ranya Makkawi 2023 Volunteer of the Year. Ranya joined Ramsey Rescue and has immediately made an immeasurable impact on the squad. Both to our operations in the field and administratively – she delivers excellence. Ranya recently completed the Firefighter One day program, at the top of her class , an extremely accelerated learning program. She even just stated Fire 2! She is the first to lend a helping hand, taking shifts and finding projects to make a difference. Ranya serves as Ramsey Rescue corporate secretary, and has stepped up to the plate to help with a number of jobs outside of her daily responsibilities .
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Ramsey NJ, Ramsey Firefighter Kerry Conklin has been chosen as the “Icon of the Year” from the Ramsey Junior Womans Club for 2023. Kerry has been a member since 2009 and now serves as one of our Lieutenants. Kerry is a life member of the New Jersey State Firefighters Association. She also received the “Volunteer of the Year” award from the Mayor and Council in 2011. Kerry also serves on the Public Education Committee working with Fire Prevention providing valuable educational material about fire safety and prevention to the schools.
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Ramsey NJ, crews from Rescue and Fire responded to Route 17 South Bound for a MVC roll over in front of Ramsey Volvo with injuries. Traffic was diverted and roadway debris cleared while tow companies removed the vehicle. NJDOT offered a rapid response .
Continue reading Route 17 South Bound Rollover Crash Diverts Route 17 Traffic in Ramsey
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Ramsey NJ, Ramsey Rescue reminds drivers , “Turn around – don’t drown”.
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Working fire at Bears Cove this afternoon. Ramsey Fire Department, Rescue, Police, EMS and OEM responded. Fire was knocked down quickly. All safe and sound including these little guys.
Continue reading Ramsey Rescue: All safe and Sound at Bear’s Cove After Fire
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Ramsey NJ, at 21:15 hours on Thursday July 6 upon wrapping up our monthly business meeting Ramsey Rescue, Ramsey NJ Fire Department, and Ramsey Ambulance Corps were dispatched for a reported MVA with rollover in flames in the area of Ramsey Mazda at Route 17 Northbound.
