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Elisabeth Morrow School Dedicates Ostfeld Community Field and Invites Local Groups to Play 

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(left to right) Trustee Candace Gonzalez ’94, Board of Trustees President Elizabeth Gabbay ’93, Mayor of Englewood Michael Wildes, former trustee Jennifer Maxfield Ostfeld, Scott Ostfeld, PA president Jasleen Batra, trustee Lauren Apgar, Chief Strategy and Advancement Officer Hanita Walia, Board of Trustees First Vice President Simona Korik-Barrett, O.D., trustee Alfonso Waller, M.D., and Head of School Marek Beck, Ph.D., posing together after the unveiling of the new sign for the Ostfeld Community Field on The Elisabeth Morrow School campus in Englewood.

Englewood’s Elisabeth Morrow School Commits to Making Renovated Campus Field a True Hub for All of Bergen County

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Englewood, NJ – The Elisabeth Morrow School (EMS) is strengthening its commitment to local partnership by dedicating its main athletic space as the Ostfeld Community Field. Following a generous gift from the Ostfeld Family, the field is set to become much more than just a campus asset—it’s poised to be a resource for the entire community.

The official Ostfeld Community Field Naming Dedication took place during the annual EMS Fall Festival on Saturday, October 4, 2025.

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Jersey City Man Busted for Self-inflicted Gun Shot Wounds at Englewood Hospital

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Englewood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 40-year-old JOEL GALVIS of Jersey City, NJ on weapons-related offenses in Englewood, NJ. These charges are the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Englewood Police Department, under the direction of Chief Thomas Greeley.

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School Safety Alert: Police Nab Man With Knife Posing as Federal Agent in Englewood

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Man With a Knife Arrested After Posing as a Federal Agent Near Englewood School

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Englewood NJ, a tense situation was diffused in Englewood, New Jersey, on Friday after a man was arrested near a local school, having claimed to be a federal agent. The incident, which was swiftly handled by law enforcement, highlights the critical importance of school security and a rapid police response.

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Englewood Hospital Surgeon Resigns Amid Controversy Over Charlie Kirk Comments

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Englewood Hospital Surgeon Resigns Amid Fury Over Charlie Kirk Comments

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Englewood NJ, a firestorm of controversy at Englewood Health has come to a head with the resignation of a surgeon who was accused of celebrating the assassination of conservative pundit Charlie Kirk. The hospital confirmed on September 15 that it has accepted the resignation of Dr. Matthew Jung following a thorough investigation into the incident.

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Englewood Man Charged in the Sexual Assault of the Preteen

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Englewood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 62-year-old FIDEL FERNANDEZ of Englewood, NJ on charges of aggravated sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Englewood Police Department, under the direction of Chief Thomas Greeley.

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Elisabeth Morrow School Morrow House (Grades 5-8) student council is the recipient of the 2025 ASCA Student Council School of Excellence Award

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Englewood NJ, the Elisabeth Morrow School is proud to announce that their very own Morrow House (Grades 5-8) student council is the recipient of the 2025 ASCA Student Council School of Excellence Award.

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Englewood Firefighters Quickly Contain Two-Alarm Blaze on Garrett Place

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Englewood NJ, Firefighters in Englewood Fire Department swiftly responded to a two-alarm fire early Sunday morning, preventing significant damage to nearby businesses. The fire, which broke out at the rear of Prime Automotive on Garrett Place, was brought under control in under an hour, thanks to the rapid efforts of the Englewood Fire Department and mutual aid responders.

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Englewood Man Charged in Sexual Assault of Preteen in Dumont

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Dumont NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 35-year-old JONATHAN E. RODRIGUEZ of Englewood, NJ on charges of sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Dumont Police Department, under the direction of Acting Chief Luke Totten.

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Measles Case Reported at Englewood Hospital Emergency Department

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Englewood NJ, the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is alerting residents about potential exposure associated with a confirmed case of measles. Individuals – especially parents, guardians, health care providers, and caregivers – are urged to be aware of the symptoms of this highly contagious virus and to stay up to date with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) shots.

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Englewood Man Arrested on Attempted Murder Charges of Two Englewood Residents

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Englewood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 61-year-old TYRONE A. PRIOLEAU of Englewood, NJ on charges of attempted murder, possession of a weapon for unlawful purpose, certain persons not to possess firearms, aggravated assault, and obstruction. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Englewood Police Department under the direction of Chief Thomas Greeley.

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Remembering Dick Button: The Legendary Figure Skater Who Transformed the Sport

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Englewood NJ, Dick Button, a New Jersey native and two-time Olympic gold medalist, passed away on Thursday at the age of 95 in North Salem, N.Y., his daughter confirmed to The Washington Post. Button was not only a pioneer in competitive figure skating but also a revolutionary voice in sports broadcasting, shaping the way the world viewed the sport for decades.

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Four New York Men Charged in Armed Parking Garage Robbery and Shooting in Englewood

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Englewood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of 26-year-old DENZIL BAILEY, 31-year-old IQUWANN QUICK, 34-year-old DWIGHT STEPHENSON, and 27-year-old OSARUMWENSE UZAMERE, all of Queens, NY, on various charges related to an armed robbery and shooting incident. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Englewood Police Department under the direction of Chief Thomas Greeley.

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Additional Charges Brought Against Masks Youths Who Targeted Englewood Dinners at Gun Point

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Englewood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 46-year-old FARHA F. SHARIF of Newark, NJ; and additional charges brought against 22-year-old ALTAMIR L. THORNTON of Newark, NJ; and 22-year-old RAHIEM A. MALDONADO of Newark, NJ in connection with an armed robbery investigation. The arrest and additional charges are the result of a continuing investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Englewood Police Department under the direction of Chief Thomas Greeley.

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Englewood Fire Department Responds to Vehicle Crash Into Local Church

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Englewood NJ, the Englewood Fire Department’s 1st Platoon members are actively addressing a significant vehicle crash into a structure at the intersection of Lafayette Place and Englewood Avenue. The incident, which occurred on the morning of Saturday, Dec. 21, prompted a full platoon recall to manage the scene effectively.

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Outdoor Englewood Diners Targeted By Armed Masked Youths

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Englewood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of 22-year-old ALTAMIR L. THORNTON of Newark, NJ; 20-year-old YASHIR T. PHILLIPS of Newark, NJ; 22-year-old RAHIEM A. MALDONADO of Newark, NJ; and two 17-year-old juveniles, on charges stemming from an armed robbery and assault. The arrests are the result of a lengthy investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Englewood Police Department under the direction of Chief Thomas Greeley.

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