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Wyckoff NJ, The North Jersey community is mourning the loss of a beloved educator, grandmother, and lifelong learner. Mary Lou Ciavarra, a longtime Wyckoff resident and celebrated science teacher at Indian Hills High School, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 6, 2026, at the age of 94.
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He targeted the widow of a late friend and elderly neighbors, promising secure investments. Instead, Antonio Petrosino used $1.1 million of victim funds to fuel a luxury lifestyle and gambling habit. Here is the story of the Wyckoff fraud case that has shocked the community.
WYCKOFF, N.J. — For nearly a decade, Antonio “Anthony” Petrosino played the part of a trusted financial advisor. But behind the falsified investment statements and “expert” advice was a predatory scheme that drained the life savings of elderly victims and even the widow of a deceased friend.
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WYCKOFF, NJ — The landscape of Wyckoff is set to evolve following the Township Committee’s marathon approval of 11 new ordinances this week. The move comes just in time to meet a strict New Jersey statewide deadline of March 15, ensuring the township maintains control over its local zoning.
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BERGEN COUNTY, NJ — Local law enforcement agencies, including the Wyckoff and Carlstadt Police Departments, are issuing an urgent warning to North Jersey residents: That “Official Court Notice” in your mailbox might be a high-tech trap.
Scammers are now using sophisticated fake documents, complete with official-looking state seals, to trick residents into scanning QR codes that lead to identity theft and financial loss.
Continue reading Wyckoff & Carlstadt Police Detail New ‘Parking Violation’ Scam Targeting Homeowners
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Wyckoff NJ, A legal battle is brewing in Bergen County that pits a former youth leader against church leadership. Christine Souza has filed a lawsuit against Grace United Methodist Church in Wyckoff, alleging she was wrongfully terminated due to her vocal support for the LGBTQ+ community.
photo courtesy of Wyckoff Volunteer Fire Department (WVFD)
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WYCKOFF, NJ – Residents in a quiet Wyckoff neighborhood received a startling wake-up call this afternoon when a vehicle veered off the road and collided with a residential home.
The Wyckoff Volunteer Fire Department (WVFD) was dispatched immediately to the scene of the accident. Upon arrival, first responders found a vehicle had jumped the roadway, traveling across the property before striking the side of the structure.
Continue reading Close Call in Wyckoff: Vehicle Strikes Residence, No Injuries Reported
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Wyckoff NJ, With Bergen County currently under a Winter Storm Watch, Wyckoff residents are being reminded that clearing their sidewalks isn’t just a neighborly gesture—it’s the law.
Continue reading Could Your Unshoveled Sidewalk Cost You $500? Wyckoff Cracks Down on Snow Removal
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Wyckoff NJ, Aaroutine evening in Wyckoff took a dangerous turn recently when local emergency services were called to a residential home for what was initially reported as an electrical fire.
The Wyckoff Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched after a homeowner reported seeing smoke and flames. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered visible smoke billowing from the front door, prompting an immediate “working fire” assignment.
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WYCKOFF, NJ – A routine Thanksgiving holiday in Wyckoff was briefly marred by an unusual act of vandalism driven by sheer holiday shopping frustration. Police have charged a New Jersey man after he allegedly defaced the local ShopRite with a “vulgar” message expressing his anger that the supermarket was closed for the holiday.
Continue reading NJ Man Charged with Defacing Wyckoff ShopRite on Thanksgiving
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The planned construction of a new PFAS treatment facility by Ridgewood Water in Wyckoff Township, NJ, has turned into a fascinating journey through time! While preparing to break ground at the Cedar Hill Avenue Well Field, a required state archaeological survey has unexpectedly uncovered a significant piece of Bergen County colonial history.
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Wyckoff NJ, – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ), and the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) today announced charges against 14 people for their roles in a multimillion-dollar sports betting ring operated by a member and associates of organized crime.
Continue reading Fourteen People Charged for Roles in Mob Run Sports Betting Ring
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Wyckoff NJ, a bizarre caper involving a small boat, a midnight break-in, and bags full of plush toys has led to the arrest of a Bergen County teen and the identification of two co-conspirators.
New York State Police have charged Anthony Conkling, 19, of Wyckoff, New Jersey, in connection with a major theft and vandalism incident that took place at Rye Playland amusement park along the Long Island Sound in the overnight hours of September 23-24.
Wyckoff Mourns Beloved Leader: Former Mayor Thomas Madigan, 15-Year Committeeman and Community Pillar, Passes Away
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WYCKOFF, NJ – The Township of Wyckoff is mourning the loss of a devoted community leader, Committeeman and former Mayor Thomas Madigan, who passed away this weekend. The town confirmed his death in a statement released on Saturday, October 18, 2025.
In a tribute to his extensive public service, town flags have been lowered to half-staff and will remain so until the time of his burial.
DRAMATIC RESCUE: Wyckoff Firefighters Cut Door Off Mercedes After Two-Vehicle Crash—Remarkably, No Serious Injuries Reported!
photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page
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WYCKOFF, NJ – A routine Friday morning commute turned into a dramatic rescue scene in the 300 block of Wyckoff Avenue following a two-vehicle collision. The crash, which occurred on the morning of October 3rd, required the swift intervention of the Wyckoff Fire Department (FD) to free a trapped occupant.
Firefighters from Wyckoff FD utilized specialized tools to remove the driver’s side door of a four-door Mercedes sedan involved in the incident. This action was necessary to safely extricate one of the vehicle’s occupants.
photo courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page
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Wyckoff NJ, a bizarre and dangerous accident in Wyckoff, New Jersey, on September 18 led to a major traffic disruption and multiple summonses for a dump truck driver. The incident occurred when the main body of a dump truck became entangled with overhead wires, leaving a portion of the vehicle “airborne.”
Continue reading Dump Truck Goes Airborne in Wyckoff Crash, Driver Cited
