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UPPER SADDLE RIVER , NJ — On August 24, 2025, the Upper Saddle River Fire Department (USRFD) stepped in to provide critical support to Fair Lawn after a massive water main break in Paterson left the town at elevated fire risk.
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UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NJ – With the growing popularity of micromobility devices—including bicycles, e-bikes, and scooters—across Bergen County, the Upper Saddle River Police Department (USRPD) has launched an Electric Bike Safety Campaign to promote responsible riding, protect pedestrians, and prevent accidents.
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Upper Saddle River NJ, in the early hours of Thursday, May 30, the Upper Saddle River Fire Department responded to a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm on Chestnut Drive, ensuring the safety of residents and reminding the community about the silent dangers of carbon monoxide.
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Upper Saddle River NJ, the Upper Saddle River road resurfacing program will began on Friday, 5/16/2025, and will continue for approximately two weeks. Various roads throughout the borough will be milled and paved during the project. The hours of construction will be approximately 7:00AM – 4:00PM Monday through Friday. Parking will be prohibited on the affected streets during these times. Police officers will be assigned to assist with traffic control during paving operations. Please adhere to all traffic control signage and officers’ directions. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the Upper Saddle River Police Department.
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Upper Saddle River NJ, the Upper Saddle River Fire Department (USRFD) responded to a significant structure fire on Lake Road, quickly escalating to a four-alarm incident due to challenging conditions and limited water access. With mutual aid from the Ramsey Fire Department (RFD) and numerous neighboring fire departments, the blaze was successfully brought under control with no injuries reported.
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Upper Saddle River Police Join “Road to Hope” Ride to Honor Fallen Officers During Police Week
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Upper Saddle River NJ, Police Week 2025 begins this Sunday, May 11, and members of the Upper Saddle River Police Department—both active and retired—will join fellow officers from across New Jersey and New York in a powerful tribute to fallen law enforcement heroes.
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Upper Saddle River NJ, across New Jersey, small towns are struggling with a critical shortage of volunteer firefighters. As communities depend heavily on these first responders, fire departments are looking for new ways to attract recruits and keep stations staffed.
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Upper Saddle River NJ, Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) is preparing to mobilize its emergency response workforce Sunday morning as accumulating snow, ice, heavy rain and strong wind gusts are expected to hit the area Saturday afternoon through Monday night.
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Upper Saddle River NJ, on Friday evening at 7:08 PM, the Upper Saddle River Fire Department was dispatched to a motel on Route 17 to address a dryer fire. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by dryer fires and the importance of preventative measures.
Continue reading The Hidden Danger of Dryer Fires: Upper Saddle River Motel Blaze Highlights Risks
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Upper Saddle River NJ, Join the Upper Saddle River Police Department for a Crime & Safety Presentation to learn more about current crime trends and crime prevention tips. The town hall will be held at Cavallini Middle School Wednesday November 6th at 6pm . Registration is not required to attend.
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Upper Saddle River NJ, Upper Saddle River Police Officers stopped a suspicious motor vehicle on East Saddle River Road. An investigation revealed the occupants perpetrated numerous acts of mail theft. As a result, a 36-year-old female and a 42-year-old male from Garfield, New Jersey, were arrested. Both were charged with Theft, Possession of Stolen Property, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. They were processed and released on their own recognizance.
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Upper Saddle River NJ, Rachel Simon, a 10-year-old from Upper Saddle River, has won a prestigious national writing award from the General Federation of Women’s Clubs for her heartwarming composition, “Grandma’s Matzoh Ball Soup.” The award, which was presented at a ceremony hosted by the Women’s Club of Upper Saddle River, came just in time for Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year.
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Upper Saddle River NJ, a year after the grand opening of Upper Saddle River’s 9-acre, $8.6 million Lake Street sports complex, local officials gathered this week for a formal dedication ceremony. The event marked the official naming of the facility and celebrated its significant impact on the community.
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Upper Saddle River NJ, mark your calendars! On September 28, Upper Saddle River will celebrate its 130th anniversary by reviving its beloved tradition of USR Day. The event, organized by the nonprofit USR Cares, promises a day filled with family fun, community spirit, and a celebration of the borough’s rich local history. Proceeds from the event will support the Upper Saddle River Volunteer Ambulance Corps in purchasing a much-needed new ambulance.
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