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Saddle River NJ, the business world and the international soccer community are in mourning today following the passing of Rocco B. Commisso, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Mediacom Communications. A titan of the cable industry and a legendary figure in American and Italian soccer, Commisso passed away this week at age 76.
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Saddle River NJ, Bergen County residents are on high alert after a terrifying incident in Saddle River this week. On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, a resident in the Burning Hollow section reported that their small dog was attacked and dragged into the woods by a coyote.
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SADDLE RIVER, NJ — A major leadership transition is underway in one of Bergen County’s most dedicated volunteer organizations. After more than seven years at the helm, Chief William “Billy” Salvatori has officially concluded his tenure as Chief of the Saddle River Fire Department (SRFD).
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Saddle River NJ, the recent approval of the AvalonBay Communities development marks a significant, albeit legally contentious, step for Saddle River in meeting its state-mandated “affordable housing” obligations.
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Saddle River NJ, a powerful new tribute to medical history has been unveiled in Syracuse, New York, thanks to the skilled hands of Saddle River sculptor Carolyn Palmer. Palmer’s remarkable talent has brought to life the stories of two monumental figures: Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman to earn a medical degree in the U.S., and Dr. Sarah Loguen Fraser, the first African American woman to graduate from a co-ed medical school.
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The contentious Algonquin affordable housing complex in Saddle River, spearheaded by developer Toll Brothers, reached a crucial turning point at the November 3 Planning Board meeting. Developers unveiled a new, comprehensive drainage plan aimed at resolving significant community concerns over water runoff and potential flooding of private homes.
The alternative solution, credited to Mayor Albert Kurpis at the prior October hearing and dubbed the “Mayor’s Solution,” is being praised by the Borough Engineer as “better than Lot 24.”
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Saddle River NJ, coyote sightings are once again being reported in Saddle River .
A First for Saddle River! Mayor and Community Officially Welcome New Residents to the 112-Unit Choctaw Affordable Housing Complex
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SADDLE RIVER, NJ — A major milestone in community development and inclusion was celebrated yesterday, October 24th, as the Borough of Saddle River hosted a warm and wonderful ribbon-cutting ceremony for The Residences at Choctaw. This event marks the official grand opening of the borough’s first-ever affordable family housing community.
Deer Danger Alert! Why Your NJ Commute Just Got Scarier—The Fall Rut is Here & Daylight Saving’s End is the Deadline
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Saddle River NJ, The beautiful scenery of New Jersey in the fall comes with a hidden hazard: the annual white-tailed deer rut, or mating season. This period, which ramps up from late October to mid-December, dramatically increases deer activity near and on roadways, posing a significant risk to motorists across the state.
With decreasing daylight and the upcoming change to Daylight Saving Time, drivers need to be more vigilant than ever, especially during peak commuting hours.
Continue reading Hitting the Brakes: Fall Deer Rut is Peaking, Making NJ Roadways High-Risk Zones
“Bigger Than Life” Bergen County Hero Dies: Saddle River Firefighter & Wealth Advisor Jack Inserra Remembered
photos courtesy of the Saddle river Fire Department and Phil Ross
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SADDLE RIVER, NJ | October 15, 2025 – The community of Saddle River, New Jersey, is enveloped in shock and deep sadness following the sudden announcement of the death of one of its most dedicated figures, Jack Inserra. A beloved father, influential friend, and leader, Inserra’s impact stretched across the firehouse, the financial world, and local sports fields.
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SADDLE RIVER, NJ – It was a day for the history books in Saddle River as the community gathered to inaugurate the magnificent Walsh Family Bridge, marking the completion of the first covered bridge built in New Jersey in over a century.
This new landmark is more than just a crossing; it’s a stunning realization of a decade-long vision to enhance the borough’s unique, historic charm and expand its beloved open spaces.
Saddle River Housing Drama: Drainage Crisis and Hidden Lots Threaten $Toll Brothers’ Luxury-Affordable Complex
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SADDLE RIVER, NJ – The contentious proposal for the Algonquin Trail affordable housing complex in Saddle River, spearheaded by Toll Brothers, faced another grueling session before the Planning Board on October 7, with drainage and stormwater management dominating the debate.
$4 Million Water Bill Shock: NJ Town Alleges Utility Giant Veolia Overcharged Them for Years with Defective Meters
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Saddle River NJ, the Core of the Dispute: $4 Million in Alleged Overcharges. The wealthy New Jersey municipality of Saddle River has dropped a legal bombshell, filing a lawsuit that accuses major utilities management company Veolia (formerly known as Suez Water NJ) of systematically overcharging the borough by a staggering $4 million. The core of the allegation? Years of using defective water meters that supposedly inflated the town’s water usage figures.
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URGENT WARNING: Coyote That Attacked Two People in Saddle River Tests POSITIVE for Rabies—Check Your Pet’s Vaccines NOW!
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SADDLE RIVER, NJ – An urgent public health alert has been issued for parts of Bergen County after a coyote captured following two separate attacks on humans last week tested positive for rabies, an almost always fatal viral disease.
Continue reading Rabid Coyote Captured After Attacking Two in Saddle River
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SADDLE RIVER, NJ – Authorities in Saddle River have confirmed the capture and euthanasia of an aggressive coyote this week following two separate attacks on residents who were walking their dogs. The incidents, which occurred near key roadways, have prompted police to urge extreme caution among all residents.
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