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Dramatic Crash Shuts Down Ridgewood Street: Driver Walks Away After Hitting Utility Pole
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Ridgewood NJ, an early Monday afternoon crash in Ridgewood sent emergency responders to the 100 block of Ackerman Avenue, where a black four-door Hyundai sedan left the roadway and collided with a utility pole. The incident, which occurred on September 22, 2025, drew a quick and coordinated response from local first responders.
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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, a coordinated emergency response brought multiple fire department units to the intersection of Boulevard and Division Avenue in Hasbrouck Heights recently, following a serious two-car accident. The initial reports indicated a harrowing situation with victims trapped inside their vehicles.
Continue reading Responding to the Scene: A Coordinated Effort at a Hasbrouck Heights Accident
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Lavallette NJ, a group of quick-thinking lifeguards in Lavallette, New Jersey, were celebrated as heroes this week after they saved nearly two dozen children from a dangerous rip current. The heroic rescue, which took place on a busy afternoon, is being hailed as one of the largest in the history of the Lavallette Beach Patrol.
Powerful words honor the fallen and remind us of the enduring spirit of a nation
photos courtesy of Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco
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Leonia NJ, This evening, the Bergen County community gathered at the 9/11 Monument in Overpeck County Park to hold a solemn remembrance ceremony. Twenty-four years after the tragic attacks, the event honored the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001, including 147 cherished residents of Bergen County.
Continue reading “We Must Never Forget”: Bergen County Remembers 9/11 with Solemn Ceremony
Fatal Crash Overshadows 9/11 Memorial Event in Lyndhurst
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Lyndhurst NJ, a tragic accident claimed the life of a motorcyclist during a 9/11 charity ride in Lyndhurst, New Jersey, on September 9, 2025, casting a somber shadow over an event meant to honor the victims and first responders of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks. The Lyndhurst Police Department is investigating the incident, which occurred on Ridge Road, as the community mourns the loss. Here’s what we know about this devastating event and its impact. Stay updated with the latest developments here.
Continue reading Heartbreak in Lyndhurst: Motorcyclist Killed During 9/11 Charity Ride
Honoring the Lives Lost and the Heroes of September 11, 2001
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New York NY, on September 11, 2025, New York City and the nation pause to commemorate the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks, a day that reshaped history. The annual ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum in Lower Manhattan will feature the solemn reading of victims’ names and moments of silence, uniting Americans in a vow to “never forget.” This day honors the 2,977 lives lost, the bravery of first responders, and the resilience of a nation. Here’s a look back at the events of 9/11, the timeline of that tragic day, and its lasting impact. Stay updated with live coverage here.
Continue reading 9/11 Remembered: The Day That Changed New York City and the World Forever
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Ridgewood NJ, as part of ongoing training, teams from the Ridgewood Fire Department will be participating in rescue dive drills at Graydon Pool on:
Continue reading Ridgewood Fire Department to Conduct Rescue Drills at Graydon Pool This Week
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Paramus NJ, with certification exam outcomes exceeding the statewide average, Bergen Community College paramedic science program students have secured the National Conference on EMS “Director’s Award” for the institution. More than 99 percent of Bergen paramedic science students pass their certification and licensing exams compared with 96.7 percent of students across the state. Professor Joanne Piccininni leads Bergen’s paramedic science program, which features a team of two full-time and 16 part-time faculty members.
If there’s anything that most of us learned over the past couple of years is that our own well-being must always come first. Although it’s more than obvious that everybody must prioritize it, it sometimes feels as if some of us fail to do so.
Continue reading Medical Supplies & Tools on the Go: A Complete Overview
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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey sees an increased level of police presence at several synagogues in the state as a response to the rapidly intensifying war between Israel and Hamas.
Continue reading Israel Hamas Conflict Leads to Intensified Security Measures Across Bergen County
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Demarest NJ, Olivia Roque was a Girl Scout of about nine years old when she caught a glimpse into her future. At the time, the Little Ferry resident met an older Scout who was a junior member of a Hasbrouck Heights emergency medical services team. Captivated, Roque was determined to serve as an EMT, and ultimately become a doctor.
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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, within an hour on September 8th the Hasbrouck Heights Fire Department responded to over six runs in the borough and Teterboro. In addition to several fire alarm runs, members responded to Teterboro for a fully involved vehicle fire with live wires down on top of it. Thankfully, there were no injuries and Mutual aid was provided by the Little Ferry Fire Department who assisted on the scene.
photos courtesy of Frank DelVecchio
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Ridgewood NJ , September 9th was the kickoff of the 12th annual 9/11 Remembrance Run from Ridgewood Duck Pond to the WTC. The run began promptly at 7am.
Continue reading The 12th annual 9/11 Remembrance Run from Ridgewood Duck Pond to the WTC
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Continue reading Spot Light On First Responders : Brian Markey , Glen Rock Volunteer Ambulance Corps
photos courtesy of the the Leonia Fire Department
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Leonia NJ, the Leonia Fire Department has been busy the last few days. Units handled a basement fire in a home in town during the early morning hours on Friday and then responded to a mutual aid to the City of Englewood for a 3rd alarm fire on Saturday. The company then held our annual memorial service and apparatus inspection on Monday morning, which was even interrupted by a call for service. Today, units were out all morning handling various emergencies in town including a 4 car accident on Broad Ave. and a power line on fire on Lakeview Avenue.
The Leonia Fire Department is 100% volunteer, 24/7, 365 days a year for the last 125 years. If interested in joining the team please reach out with any questions or pick up an application from the firehouse if you see us there or Borough Hall.
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