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Teaneck NJ, A 53-year-old Teaneck resident remains in serious condition following a devastating Valentine’s Day accident involving an intoxicated driver. The incident, which occurred late Friday night, has led to multiple charges against a Bogota man, according to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office.
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RIDGEWOOD/HO-HO-KUS, NJ — A violent two-vehicle collision resulting in a rollover closed a major North Jersey thoroughfare for several hours on Saturday night, February 7, 2026.
The crash, which occurred on North Maple Avenue, triggered a massive emergency response as crews worked to stabilize the scene and treat five injured individuals.
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Northvale NJ, in a heart-stopping moment at a Northvale middle school basketball game, a routine afternoon turned into a life-or-death emergency. On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, a 14-year-old student collapsed in cardiac arrest—but thanks to the lightning-fast reflexes of two school heroes, he is alive to tell the story.
Continue reading Miracle on the Court: How a Northvale Nurse and Coach Saved a Teen’s Life
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PARAMUS, NJ – A chaotic scene unfolded late Wednesday afternoon, December 17, 2025, as a high-impact collision at one of Paramus’s busiest intersections left one driver seriously injured and caused massive traffic delays for holiday commuters.
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PARAMUS, NJ – A routine Wednesday morning near one of the region’s busiest medical centers turned into a scene of chaos and injury. A 63-year-old man was hospitalized in serious condition after being struck by a vehicle and carried onto its hood in a dramatic collision directly outside The Valley Hospital.
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RIVER EDGE, NJ – A quiet Tuesday evening was shattered when a hit-and-run driver struck a female pedestrian near a popular local landmark, leaving her with life-threatening injuries.
The incident occurred on December 16, 2025, at approximately 6:15 p.m., at the busy intersection of Kinderkamack Road and Windsor Road, just steps away from the River Edge Diner. The driver involved fled the scene immediately following the collision, sparking an urgent multi-town search.
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Glen Rock NJ, Close Call at Glen Rock Main Line Station. A tense scene unfolded near the Glen Rock Main Line Station on Thursday night after a woman fell onto the NJ Transit tracks, prompting a rapid emergency response and a temporary halt to train service.
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Hackensack NJ, if you live in New Jersey, the quality of care at your local hospital matters. The latest release of quality ratings from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) provides a crucial look at which NJ hospitals are leading the nation in care and which ones are struggling.
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Wallington NJ, After decades of dedicated service, the Wallington Volunteer Emergency Squad is being phased out. Mayor Melissa Dabal announced the borough is transitioning to a professional ambulance service operated by Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC), effective December 1st.
This decision, announced in a Nov. 3rd letter, comes amid a widespread and critical shortage of EMS volunteers across Bergen County, a problem exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and changing work patterns.
Route 208 Chaos: Rollover Crash Hospitalizes TEN Firefighters and Multiple Victims After Exposure to Unknown Fumes!
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FAIR LAWN, NJ | October 17, 2025 – A devastating two-vehicle rollover crash on Route 208 northbound in Fair Lawn late Thursday night, October 16th, resulted in a chaotic scene that sent multiple civilians and an astonishing ten firefighters to area hospitals. The emergency responders were overcome by fumes emanating from an unknown chemical substance that was being transported in one of the overturned vehicles.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – A frightening incident unfolded in front of Ridgewood High School (RHS) on Friday morning, October 10, 2025, when a 15-year-old student was struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross the street shortly after 8:00 AM.
The incident highlights crucial safety concerns surrounding pedestrian activity in school zones, especially during peak commuter and school-drop-off times.
Continue reading Ridgewood High School Student Struck by Minivan in Crosswalk Near School
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, a quiet Thursday morning in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey, was shattered by a serious accident after a pedestrian was struck by a passenger vehicle. The incident occurred at the busy intersection of North Franklin Turnpike and Sheridan Avenue.
Continue reading BREAKING: Tragedy Narrowly Averted: Pedestrian Struck in Serious Ho-Ho-Kus Accident
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Hackensack NJ, this Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a New York Giants legend is using his powerful platform to save lives. Pro Football Hall of Famer Harry Carson is sharing his own recent cancer diagnosis to inspire men, especially those at higher risk, to prioritize their health and get screened.
Continue reading More Than a Game: Hall of Famer Harry Carson Tackles His Toughest Opponent Yet
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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced criminal charges against 33-year-old YUSEF E. MUHAMMAD of Jersey City, NJ. These charges are related to a stabbing that occurred in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ on Monday, August 18, 2025, and were filed after an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Hackensack Police Department, under the direction of Chief Michael Antista.
Continue reading Fugitive Remains at Large in Hasbrouck Heights Woman’s Stabbing
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Lodi NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announces updated information regarding the investigation into a fatal shooting that occurred on Garibaldi Avenue in Lodi, NJ. This joint investigation is being conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Lodi Police Department, under the direction of Chief Donald Scorzetti.
Continue reading Bergen County Prosecutor Investigates Fatal Landlord Tent Shooting in Lodi
