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Allendale NJ, Borough of Allendale and Allendale Police Issue SCAM ALERT . There are reports from neighboring towns that residents are receiving mail from Tax Assessment Securities Judgment Registry Federal Taxing Authorities. This letter appears to be very formal and legit where large amounts of money are being requested to avoid liens, etc. These letters are a SCAM and should not be entertained. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Allendale police headquarters at 201-825-1900.
Continue reading Tax Lien Scam Making the Rounds in Bergen County
photos courtesy of Allendale and Waldwick Fire Departments
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Allendale NJ, earlier on Thursday Allendale Fire Department responded to several calls throughout the Borough ranging from odors of gas, fire alarms, CO alarms, and a noxious odor incident.
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Allendale NJ, the Northern Highlands Regional School District is requesting funding for a Facilities Renovation Program that would include VARIOUS CAPITAL PROJECTS INCLUDING CLASSROOM & ATHLETIC RENOVATION PROJECTS, via a targeted Referendum Vote on March 8, 2022.
Continue reading Northern Highlands Regional High School Seeks $8.8 Million in Proposed Referendum
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Allendale NJ, Faced with the increasing costs and complexity of operating the Borough’s water system, the Allendale Water Committee began considering a sale to an experienced water company as well as several other options beginning in 2019. The decision was made to sell the system to a water company with the experience and financial resources to maintain, operate and rehabilitate the system. SUEZ, which has been a partner with Allendale for two decades, was the high bidder.
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Allendale NJ, the borough of Allendale is asking residents in the upcoming election to consider selling its water system to Suez Water for $18 million to improve its aging system. The Sale of the Allendale Water System to SUEZ for $18 Million will be put to referendum on the November 2, 2021 General Election Ballot.
Continue reading Orange & Rockland Tree-Trimming and Removal Programs are in Full Swing
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Allendale NJ, a 63-year-old woman in Allendale suffered moderate injuries after she was struck by a truck Friday evening. According to Police the woman was walking across West Orchard Street around 6:40 p.m. when she was hit by a Dodge pickup truck while she was walking in the crosswalk.
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Allendale NJ, Allendale Mayor Ari Bernstein ,”So proud to be standing with Officers Helmer and Hubbard in front of Mezzaluna Bistro tonight. Our hometown heroes saved a life this evening. A patron from Park Ridge was choking and our officers sprang into action, performing CPR to revive her. Thank you to Allendale Police for everything you do!”
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Upper Saddle River NJ, Upper Saddle River and Allendale receive a Drug-Free communities grant aimed at preventing youth substance abuse.
On Friday, December 28, 2019, the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) announced a new round of 42 grants for its Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program. The Borough of Upper Saddle River had applied for this grant on behalf of the USRA Coalition, which is a partnership between Upper Saddle River and Allendale. The USRA was formed in 2017 with a mentoring grant and has become a well-recognized and active organization.
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Allendale NJ, The minority owner of Cinelli Iron & Metal Co. (CIMCO) was sentenced today to 33 months in prison for operating a 17-year conspiracy that defrauded customers out of millions of dollars, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito announced.
Craig Cinelli, 49, of Allendale, New Jersey, previously pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Susan D. Wigenton to Count One of an indictment that charged him with conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Judge Wigenton imposed the sentence today in Newark federal court.
Continue reading Scrap Metal Company Owner from Allendale Sentenced To 33 Months In Prison
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Allendale NJ, reintegrating into society has many obstacles and often, isn’t always easy for veterans.
The Unbridled Heroes Project, founded by Mark and Amy Steppe, connect veterans, with rescue horses that have been previously abused to rehabilitate both our heroes and the horses. Together, the veterans learn how to properly train a horse while the horses regain their trust in humans.
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Allendale NJ, Allendale and many Bergen County Police Departments adapting the 9pm routine rule.
We are excited to join other agencies that have adopted #9pmroutine. The following items might seem simple, or even “routine” to some, but if that was the case the majority of towns in New Jersey and nationwide would not be having vehicles burglarized or even stolen, or houses entered, etc.
Set an alarm on your phone to go off daily at 9 PM and take a quick moment to make sure your key fob is not in your car, use that same fob to make sure your vehicle is locked and continue down the list.
We all lead busy lives, but if you have this alarm to remind you to do all these things, you are saving yourself from the potential to have criminal activity happen to you.
If you have any questions, you can call police headquarters at 201-825-1900 for further information or suggestions.
photo courtesy of Ridgewood Mayor Ramon Hache
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Mahwah NJ, Friday, December 14, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) hosted his third Hometown Hero Awards, honoring North Jersey residents who have made outstanding contributions to our community. Fifth District Hometown Heroes Awards were presented to community leaders, first responders, veterans, members of the business community, students, and seniors to recognize their dedication to improving the lives of their neighbors, families, and all Jersey residents.
Congressman Gottheimer (NJ-5) said, “Today’s awardees are bound by a shared sense of duty – to their families, their communities, and their country. They are our veterans, our firefighters, our first responders, our educators, and our family – our brothers and sisters and our sons and daughters. None of these people stood up because they sought recognition, they did it because they wanted to do what was right. That’s what Jersey Values are about and that’s what makes me certain that we live in the greatest country in the world. On behalf of the Fifth District, I couldn’t be more proud to honor these Hometown Heroes today.”
Mark and Amy Steppe were honored as 5th Congressional District Hometown Heroes for their military service and their Unbridled Heroes Project. The Steppes founded The Unbridled Heroes Project as a way of helping other veterans. The organization rescues abused mustangs and pair them with veterans in need of healing at their Allendale facility.
