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Woodcliff Lake NJ, a Woodcliff Lake parent has taken legal action against the local school district, claiming officials mishandled a bullying investigation and, in doing so, caused lasting harm to his son and family. The lawsuit, filed in Bergen County Superior Court, alleges that the district wrongly determined that the family’s elementary-aged son had made a discriminatory comment, causing the young student anxiety and fear about attending school.
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Woodcliff Lake NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the conviction of MARCELO VELEZ, 59, formerly of Woodcliff Lake, NJ, in connection with the aggravated sexual assault of a child that occurred on January 2, 2021. After a three-week trial that began in October 2024 before the Honorable James X. Sattely, P.J.Cr. in Bergen County Superior Court, the defendant was found guilty. Sentencing is scheduled for January 24, 2025.
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Woodcliff Lake NJ, a growing debate over traffic issues at Exit 171 off the Garden State Parkway has sparked tension between local mayors in Bergen County. Drivers like Lauri Murray, who lives on Clairmont Drive in Woodcliff Lake, are frustrated with the current traffic flow. Murray, who has lived in the area for over 25 years, finds it inconvenient to navigate her way home after exiting the Parkway.
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Woodcliff Lake NJ, A devastating single-car accident late Saturday night claimed the lives of three Woodcliff Lake residents. The crash occurred just before midnight on the Garden State Parkway in Woodbridge Township, according to local authorities.
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Woodcliff Lake NJ, in a move that may defy the growing trend of companies moving away from suburban office spaces, an office building in the affluent suburb of Woodcliff Lake has been sold for $9.8 million. The sale marks a nearly 19% increase in value compared to its 2014 sale price of $8.25 million, signaling some resilience in suburban commercial real estate.
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Woodcliff lake NJ, Woodcliff Lake-based Party City has appointed Barry Litwin as its new president and CEO, marking a significant leadership change as the company continues to recover from its recent bankruptcy. Litwin, who previously served as CEO of Global Industrial Company, will now lead Party City through its next chapter of growth and transformation.
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Woodcliff Lake NJ, a British citizen today admitted possessing multiple images of child sexual abuse and traveling with the intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.
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Woodcliff lake NJ, in a move that has stirred intrigue, BMW has revealed plans to sell off a portion of its North American headquarters situated in Woodcliff Lake, as reported by NorthJersey.com. While the details surrounding the future of the land remain shrouded in mystery, the sale marks a significant development for the automotive giant’s operations.
Continue reading BMW to Sell 20 Acres of North American Headquarters in Woodcliff Lake: What’s Next?
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Woodcliff Lake NJ, following an unexpected announcement, another renowned hotel in northern New Jersey is set to close its doors this month. The Hilton located in Woodcliff Lake revealed its impending closure before February draws to a close.
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Woodcliff Lake NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of RAYMUNDO E. COLLADO (DOB: 9/14/1996; single; unemployed) of 52 18th Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on charges of distribution and possession with intent to distribute controlled dangerous substances. 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 Woodcliff Lake Police Department under the direction of Chief Steven Regula.
Continue reading Woodcliff Lake Traffic Stop Nabs Paterson Dealer with Fentanyl and Crack Cocaine
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Woodcliff Lake NJ, according to investigators a 4-year-old child drowned Friday evening at a home in Woodcliff Lake.
Continue reading UPDATE: 4-year-old Child Drowned Friday Evening at a Home in Woodcliff Lake
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Woodcliff lake NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco posted on Facebook that ,”Lots of progress on new sports courts across the Bergen County Parks System. Pickleball will be coming to Wood Dale County Park soon!”
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Woodcliff lake NJ, to celebrate Earth Day, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco joined Veolia for the unveiling of an 11-foot sculpture of a massive fish named Finn at the Woodcliff Lake Reservoir to highlight conservation efforts. Constructed from repurposed metal, Finn encourages residents to recycle and is large enough to hold more than 15 trash bags of plastic bottles.
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Party City Stores to Remain Open During Restructuring
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Woodcliff Lake NJ, Party City Holdco Inc. (NYSE: PRTY) (“PCHI” or the “Company”), a global leader in the celebrations industry, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with an ad hoc group of holders of more than 70% of the Company’s senior secured first lien notes (the “Ad Hoc Group”) to support an expedited restructuring that would substantially reduce PCHI’s debt and optimize its capital structure and liquidity. This would ensure that PCHI is best equipped to continue to advance its transformational initiatives and enhance its market leadership in all things celebration from a strengthened financial position.
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