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Controversial 150-Foot Verizon Cell Tower Approved in Hillsdale: Residents Demand Health Priority

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Hillsdale Cell Tower Battle: Council Approves 150-Foot Verizon Plan Near Elementary School, Mandates Public Town Hall

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Hillsdale NJ, In a closely watched decision, the Hillsdale Mayor and Council have unanimously moved forward with a resolution that could pave the way for a new 150-foot cell tower in the Bergen County borough. Despite strong opposition from residents citing health, safety, and property value concerns, the governing body approved the measure during its December 9th meeting.

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Demolition Halted at Former Cigna Site in Franklin Lakes Over Permit Issues

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Borough Issues Stop-Work Order on Cigna Property, But Asbestos Cleanup Continues Under Agency Watch

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The controversial demolition and redevelopment of the former Cigna corporate campus off Parsons Pond Road in Franklin Lakes has hit a major roadblock. The borough has issued a stop-work order to the developer, SHG LLC, alleging that the demolition work exceeded the scope of the permits granted.

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RIDGEWOOD CHIMNEY FIRE ALERT: Overloaded Fireplace Sparks Late Morning Emergency on Glenwood Road

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Quick Action by Ridgewood and Wyckoff Firefighters Prevents Major Damage to Single-Family Home

photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page

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Ridgewood NJ, a quiet Friday morning in Ridgewood was briefly disrupted by a residential chimney fire in the 100 block of Glenwood Road. The incident, reported late this morning (December 5, 2025), brought a rapid, coordinated response from local and mutual aid fire departments, ensuring the blaze was quickly contained with only minor damage reported.

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Long-Awaited Kingsbridge Pedestrian Bridge is FINALLY Open to Ridgewood Public!

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Restored Walkway Saga Concludes as Village Council Celebrates Reopening and Restores Vital Community Link

photo courtesy of the Village Manager Keith Kazmark

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Ridgewood NJ, the years-long closure of a critical Ridgewood footpath is officially over! The Kingsbridge Lane Pedestrian Bridge has been fully reinstalled and is now open to the public, marking a major triumph for local infrastructure and the residents who championed its restoration.

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Driver Rescued After Crash Flips SUV at Key Intersection in Ridgewood

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Single-Vehicle Rollover Crash at Grove & South Pleasant, Ridgewood: Driver Hospitalized

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Ridgewood NJ, a normally quiet late Thursday morning in Ridgewood, NJ, was shattered by a dramatic single-vehicle rollover crash. The incident occurred at the busy intersection of Grove Street and South Pleasant Avenue on November 13, 2025, involving the driver of an Acura RDX.

The force of the crash caused the luxury SUV to flip completely, leaving the driver trapped inside the overturned vehicle.

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Modern Policing Saves a Life: Westwood Police’s Drone Technology Locates Missing Endangered Person

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Drone Saves the Day! Infrared Technology Locates Missing Person in Westwood Woods, Averting Crisis

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WESTWOOD, NJ – A potential tragedy was averted in Westwood this week, thanks to the swift, coordinated response of the Westwood Police Department and the deployment of cutting-edge 21st-century technology.

On the evening of October 15, 2025, the Westwood Police Department responded to an urgent call regarding a missing and endangered person. What began as a traditional search quickly became a testament to the effectiveness of modern policing tools.

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Controlled Detonation: Explosive Devices Found in Allendale Home, Public Safety Confirmed

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BOMBSHELL FIND in Allendale: Police Detonate ‘Explosive Devices’ Found in West Crescent Home!

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Allendale, NJ | October 14, 2025 – A quiet Tuesday in Allendale, New Jersey, was disrupted by an unusual and serious public safety operation after authorities discovered “explosive devices” and fireworks inside a residence on West Crescent Avenue. While the discovery was alarming, police swiftly confirmed that there is no current threat to the public.

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Tenafly Honors a Hero: Street Renamed for Former Hamas Hostage Edan Alexander

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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.

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Child Hospitalized After Electric Scooter Crash in Fair Lawn

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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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BOMBSHELL INDICTMENT: Ex-FBI Director James Comey Hit with Criminal Charges of False Statements, Obstruction

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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.

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A Century of Service: Bergen County Celebrates a 100-Year-Old Veteran and Fellow POW

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Bergen County Honors World War II POWs on National Recognition Day

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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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Trump’s $15 Billion Bombshell Lawsuit Against New York Times: Exposing Media Bias

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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!

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SUV Slams Into Midland Park Home: One Person Critically Injured

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Major Crash in Midland Park: SUV Slams into Home, Injures One Critically

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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.

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Massive Tree Collapse Damages Two Homes in New Milford — Fire Department Confirms Residents Safe

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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.

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North Arlington Rallies Behind Casa D’Amici After Car Crashes Into 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.

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