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“Edan Alexander Way”: Tenafly Renames Street to Honor Former Hamas Hostage and Local Hero.
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TENAFLY, NJ – The community of Tenafly is set to honor one of its own—a young man whose story of captivity, resilience, and survival captured the hearts of New Jersey and the nation.
Continue reading Tenafly Honors a Hero: Street Renamed for Former Hamas Hostage Edan Alexander
Fair Lawn Scooter Crash Hospitalizes 12-Year-Old—Is New Jersey Doing Enough to Protect Kids on E-Bikes and Scooters?
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Fair Lawn NJ, The dangers of electric scooters and bikes for young riders in New Jersey continue to mount, following a concerning crash in Fair Lawn, Bergen County, last week.
Police confirmed that a 12-year-old pre-teen was hospitalized with a head injury after his electric scooter collided with the rear of a parked 2023 Subaru on Warren Road around 10:03 p.m. on September 17. The child was transported to Hackensack Medical Center for treatment.
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SHOCKWAVE in DC: Former FBI Chief James Comey Criminally Charged in Trump Administration Justice Push
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Allendale NJ, in a dramatic escalation of the current administration’s push for legal accountability against its critics,Allendale’s favorite son former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted on criminal charges of false statements and obstruction.
photos courtesy of Bergen County Executive James J. Tedesco
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Hackensack NJ, in a powerful ceremony on National Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Recognition Day, Bergen County paid tribute to two local heroes who endured the unimaginable hardships of being World War II Prisoners of War. The event, held in Hackensack, honored Harold Friedeman, a 100-year-old veteran, and posthumously recognized Staff Sgt. Frank S. Demeraski, a Purple Heart recipient.
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Ridgewood NJ, President Donald Trump is taking on The New York Times in a jaw-dropping $15 billion defamation lawsuit filed in Florida, targeting four journalists and their alleged smear campaign against him. Announced on September 16, 2025, via Truth Social, Trump calls the Times a “degenerate mouthpiece” for Democrats, slamming their pre-election articles and a book as malicious lies. From Bergen County to nationwide, this legal battle is shaking up media accountability—here’s why it’s a must-know story for 2025!
Continue reading Trump’s $15 Billion Bombshell Lawsuit Against New York Times: Exposing Media Bias
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A quiet Sunday evening in Midland Park, NJ, was shattered by a dramatic single-vehicle crash at the intersection of Cottage Street and Franklin Avenue. An SUV veered off the road and collided head-on with a home, causing significant damage and sending one person to the hospital with a life-threatening injury.
Continue reading SUV Slams Into Midland Park Home: One Person Critically Injured
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New Milford, NJ — August 29, 2025 — Just before 8 p.m. on Friday night, the New Milford Fire Department was dispatched to Beech Place after receiving reports of a tree crashing into a home. Upon arrival, Unit 304 confirmed that a large section of a tree had come down, striking two houses.
photos courtesy of Casa D’Amici Pizzeria
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NORTH ARLINGTON, NJ — A frightening crash outside Casa D’Amici Pizzeria on August 16 left the family-owned restaurant with a damaged storefront and a temporarily closed dining room — but also brought an outpouring of love and support from neighbors, local businesses, and loyal customers.
Continue reading North Arlington Rallies Behind Casa D’Amici After Car Crashes Into Pizzeria
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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — A fiery four-vehicle crash on the New Jersey Turnpike brought traffic to a standstill on the afternoon of August 19, shutting down the highway for hours. Miraculously, no one was injured in the incident, which involved two commercial trucks, a car, and an ice cream truck.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A tragic workplace accident has claimed the life of a 40-year-old Costa Rican painter, who fell two stories while working on a Ridgewood home earlier this month, authorities confirmed.
Ridgewood police said they responded to a call at 152 Kenilworth Road on Tuesday, August 12, at 1:45 p.m., after reports of a man who had fallen from a roof. The victim was identified by his brother, Carlos Solís, as Heriberto Solís Fallas, of Irvington.
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RUTHERFORD, NJ — The investigation into the devastating Aug. 8 blaze that destroyed the historic Congregation Beth El synagogue has officially closed, with officials saying the fire’s cause may never be known.
Police Chief John Russo confirmed that damage to the 1890s Queen Anne-style building was so severe that investigators could not pinpoint what sparked the inferno. “This burned so fast and so hot, it collapsed upon itself,” Russo said. “There was nothing left to examine.”
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PARK RIDGE, NJ — It was anything but an ordinary Saturday morning for Park Ridge Police, Montvale Police, and a few surprised hotel guests, when two runaway horses were spotted trotting freely along Brae Boulevard on August 9, 2025.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Village of Ridgewood has announced a public hearing to address a long-standing land issue involving 0.378 acres of former parkland that was sold without proper approval in 1983. The meeting will take place on September 9, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Patrick A. Mancuso Senior Center, located on the first floor of Ridgewood Village Hall, 131 North Maple Avenue. Hybrid Zoom access will also be available for residents who wish to participate remotely.
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Ridgewood NJ – With multiple mosquito pools testing positive for West Nile virus, Bergen County is stepping up its fight against the pests — and officials say residents play a crucial role in the battle.
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CLOSTER, N.J. — A Closter man is under investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies after photos of his Cadillac — featuring a swastika decal and a URL linking to his anti-Jewish blog — began circulating on social media.
