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Wyckoff NJ, The Wyckoff Police Detective Bureau is endeavoring to identify this man. If you know him, please contact Det. Sgt. Mike Ragucci at 201-891-2121 or at detectives@wyckoffpolice.org. Thank you for your assistance.
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Wyckoff NJ, On Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at approximately 07:27 hrs., patrol units from the Wyckoff Police Department were dispatched to the Gourmet Garden Restaurant at 85 Crescent Avenue on a report of “Corona Virus” and Bias graffiti spray painted on the doors, windows and sidewalk area of the business. The Wyckoff Police Department Detective Bureau and the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Criminal Investigations responded to process the scene. In consultation with The Bergen County Prosecutors Office, they have identified this as a Bias Crime. The investigation thus far shows no other reason for the crime other than the ethnicity of the business and its owners. At this time, if caught, the actor(s) will face charges consistent with Bias Intimidation and Criminal Mischief. If the investigation reveals additional information, other charges may be applicable.
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Wyckoff NJ, according to the Wyckoff Police department vehicle theft is continuing to increase in our area. Criminals do not worry about a pandemic. They continue their crime sprees. Don’t become a victim. Please lock your vehicle and remove the key fobs along with all valuable belongings!
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Wyckoff NJ, the Township of Wyckoff has approved a drop in the municipal property tax rate. The change was approved by the Township Committee at its budget hearing, lowering property taxes on the average home valued at $793,800, by $5.56 to $2,002.76.
The 2020 municipal budget, excluding grants, is $20,087,460, up $366,749 or 1.86%. The municipal amount to be raised by taxes, excluding the state-mandated $1.56 million for the library, is $11,940,626, up $4,123 or 0.03% . The municipal tax rate is down 0.00007 cents per $100 assessed valuation from 0.253 to 0.2523.
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FRANKLIN LAKES and WYCKOFF NJ , Christie’s International Real Estate Northern New Jersey, an exclusive affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate, voted Christie’s Affiliate of the Year in 2017 and 2018, and the fastest growing real estate brokerage in northern New Jersey, announced today that it has listed 677 Charnwood Drive, Wyckoff, the largest and most expensive property in the municipality. The estate and its expansive property is listed at $5.65 million.
Advisory: Criminal Activity Alert. Auto Burglaries
The Waldwick Police Department is currently investigating several reported burglaries to unlocked motor vehicles in the Evergreen and Salrit neighborhoods that occurred early Sunday morning. Once again, we would like to remind everyone to lock your vehicle doors and remove your key fobs from your vehicles. Locking doors and removing the fobs deters criminals from coming to our town to commit these crimes.
Waldwick Police Department
201-652-5700
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Wyckoff NJ, O&R cautions customers to beware of an increase of scam calls today. The scammer is making an O&R phone number show up on the customer’s caller ID screen and instructing the customer to pay their bill or their service will be shut off within the hour. Don’t fall for it:
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Wyckoff NJ,according to the Wyckoff Police not writing out the full year ‘2020’ on checks could put your money in danger
It’s probably second nature abbreviating the year and in the past it might not have mattered, but in the year 2020 it could put your money in danger.
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Wyckoff NJ, according to Wyckoff Police, early this morning (12/18/19), Officers from the Wyckoff Police Department responded to an active smoke condition in one of the lodges at the Eastern Christian Children’s Retreat. P.O. Oldewurtel immediately arrived on scene, and confirmed an active smoke condition in the Oak Lodge. He reported that the residents of the building had been evacuated by the staff and he entered the building, despite a heavy smoke condition, to confirm that all the residents and staff had been evacuated. Shortly thereafter, Sgt Pinches, P.O. Plisich, P.O. Bakelaar and P.O. Christopher arrived on scene and immediately began to search for any parties in need of medical assistance. They located three staff members complaining of difficulty breathing and chest pain. They were able to safely escort the patients through a chaotic scene and render first aid in the back of their patrol vehicles, which were parked a safe distance from the Oak Lodge. All of the officers involved also worked together to help coordinate the arrival and departure of numerous BLS and ALS units, which were having difficulty navigating through the scene.
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Wyckoff NJ, form the Wyckoff police department ; With the increase in holiday related package shipments, USPS employees, vehicles and packages left at residences can become a tempting target for criminal activities. Below are security tips provided by USPS for mail and package theft prevention.
1) Don’t leave delivered mail and packages unattended.
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Wyckoff NJ, In the Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee , Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney spoke on behalf of his bill (A4800) commemorating New Jersey’s state animal on a special license plate to support the health and well-being of horses as well as therapeutic riding programs for veterans and individuals with special needs.
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Wyckoff NJ, The New Jersey Outdoor Alliance on Thursday endorsed Kevin Rooney for Assembly in New Jersey’s 40th Legislative District.
“Kevin Rooney is an easy choice for NJOA members and sportsmen in New Jersey’s 40th District.” said NJOA spokesman Cody McLaughlin, “Not only is he an experienced and faithful public servant, but he is also a fellow sportsman and believer in the cause of preserving our outdoor traditions for generations to come – and New Jersey’s outdoorsmen are grateful to him for his unwavering support.”
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Wyckoff NJ, RIDGEWOOD WATER has advised that they will continue making water main improvements at the intersection of Wyckoff & Cedar Hill Avenues on Tuesday. Work is planned to begin at 7:00 am and continue until 9:00 pm.
Traffic heading west on Wyckoff Avenue will not be impacted, but traffic traveling east (towards Midland Park) will be detoured around the work area.
Please allow extra travel time, reduce your speed and follow the posted detour.
