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Franklin Lakes Man Pleads Guilty to Reckless Driving in Fatal Teaneck Crash

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Teaneck NJ, a Franklin Lakes man has pleaded guilty to reckless driving that killed a 92-year-old Bergenfield resident in a tragic Teaneck crash in June 2022.

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Quick Thinking by Westwood First Responders Saves July 4th Celebration After Transformer Explosion

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WESTWOOD, NJ — A potentially disastrous Fourth of July evening in downtown Westwood was averted thanks to the swift and coordinated actions of local first responders and utility crews, according to Westwood Mayor Ray Arroyo.

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Oradell Police Investigating Death of 52-Year-Old Man on Battle Place

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ORADELL, NJ — Authorities are investigating the death of a 52-year-old man discovered Wednesday at a residence on Battle Place, Oradell Police confirmed.

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AG Releases 2024 Major Discipline Report for Law Enforcement: Bergen County Incidents Highlighted Include Ridgewood, Ho-Ho-Kus, Paramus and Ramsey

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TRENTON, NJ — On July 7, the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General published its annual major discipline report, offering a detailed overview of disciplinary actions taken against law enforcement officers across the state in 2024. The report revealed 644 incidents involving 543 officers from 172 agencies, marking a 19.7% increase from 2023.

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Driver Plows Into Anti-ICE Protesters in Fairview

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FAIRVIEW, NJ — anti-ICE protests in Fairview turned chaotic Saturday afternoon when a vehicle plowed into a group of  protesters, injuring several participants. The Fairview Police Department has identified the driver as Linda Roglen, 62, of North Bergen. Roglen now faces multiple criminal charges and traffic violations following the disturbing incident.

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Ridgewood Village Council Proclaims Disability Pride and Parks & Recreation Month, Honors Local Heroes

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — At the July 10 Village Council Meeting, Ridgewood officials formally proclaimed July as Disability Pride Month and Parks and Recreation Month, recognizing the importance of accessibility, inclusion, and the vital role community recreation plays in enhancing local life.

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Leonia NJ Woman in Critical Condition After Early Morning Pedestrian Hit-and-Run on Grand Avenue

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LEONIA, NJ — A woman is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle in the early hours of July 10, according to a statement from the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office.

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Former Hackensack School Employee Sues District Over Alleged Discrimination and Retaliation

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HACKENSACK, NJ — A former longtime employee of the Hackensack Public School District has filed a lawsuit against the Board of Education and several high-ranking administrators, alleging age discrimination, disability discrimination, and workplace retaliation.

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Tree Falls on South Pleasant Avenue in Ridgewood, NJ, Disrupting Traffic and Utilities

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A large tree fell early this morning in the 400 block of South Pleasant Avenue, blocking traffic and disrupting utility services to at least one single-family home, according to local reports. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

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Former Substitute Teacher Arrested for Sex Crimes at Fair Lawn Middle School Also Worked in Ridgewood

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BERGEN COUNTY, NJ — A former Fair Lawn School District employee arrested for alleged lewd acts inside a middle school building has been confirmed as a former substitute teacher in Ridgewood, authorities and school officials said.

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NY Man Arrested for Harassing, Robbing Teaneck Couple Over Government Action on His Business

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TEANECK, NJ — A New York man was arrested and charged after allegedly harassing and robbing a Teaneck couple in connection with an official government action taken against his business, according to Teaneck Police Chief Andrew McGurr.

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Driver Injured After Commercial Van Flips on River Road in Fair Lawn

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FAIR LAWN, NJ — July 8, 2025 — A commercial van overturned on its side in the 400 block of River Road (southbound) late Monday afternoon, July 7, leaving the driver with non-life-threatening hand and arm injuries, according to Fair Lawn police.

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Midland Park Honors Officer Chris Birch on 10th Anniversary of His Passing

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MIDLAND PARK, NJ — July 6, 2025 — It’s been 10 years since Officer Christopher Birch tragically lost his life in an off-duty ATV accident, but the Midland Park community continues to honor his memory, celebrate his legacy, and reflect on the impact he had both in and out of uniform.

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Philadelphia Fugitive Wanted for Shooting School Resource Officer Arrested in Paramus

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PARAMUS, NJ — July 7, 2025 — A Philadelphia man on the run after allegedly shooting a school resource officer last week was arrested in Paramus on July 5, authorities confirmed.

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Moonachie Man Dies After Motorcycle Crash in Little Ferry

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LITTLE FERRY, NJ — July 2, 2025 — A 25-year-old Moonachie man, identified as Chandler Dippel, has died after sustaining critical injuries in a motorcycle crash on Bergen Turnpike late Tuesday night, according to Little Ferry Police Chief James Walters.

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