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New Milford NJ, a 69-year-old man with dementia miraculously survived a three-story fall from a window at Care One in New Milford, authorities reported.

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New Milford NJ, a 69-year-old man with dementia miraculously survived a three-story fall from a window at Care One in New Milford, authorities reported.

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Tenafly NJ, a devastating fire broke out Thursday morning on Cameron Road in Tenafly, causing significant destruction to a single-family home. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene to battle the raging flames.

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Fort Lee NJ, at least two new measles cases have been reported in New Jersey, linked to an unvaccinated Bergen County patient who recently exposed hospital staff and patients at multiple healthcare facilities, according to state health officials.
Continue reading Measles Cases in Bergen County Linked to Unvaccinated Patient

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Ridgewood NJ, a serious crash on South Maple Avenue in Ridgewood late Tuesday morning (February 11) resulted in emergency responders administering Narcan to the driver of a blue Mercedes-Benz sedan after the vehicle collided head-on with at least two utility poles. South Maple Avenue was closed near Stillwell Place due to the accident.
Continue reading Ridgewood Crash: Driver Revived with Narcan After Slamming Into Utility Poles

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Bogota NJ, A devastating four-alarm fire tore through West View Towers in Bogota, NJ, on Sunday, forcing 60 residents from their homes and causing the roof to collapse.
Continue reading Massive Fire Displaces 60 Residents at West View Towers in Bogota

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Hackensack NJ, as part of its ongoing efforts to expand medical services outside the hospital setting, Hackensack Meridian Health has signed a lease for 8,122 square feet of space at 360 Essex Street in Hackensack.
Continue reading Hackensack Meridian Health Expands Ambulatory Services with New Essex Street Lease

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Fort Lee NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 25-year-old MARCUS N. MARSON of Leonia, NJ on charges of attempted murder, attempted carjacking, aggravated assault, possession of a weapon for unlawful purpose, possession of a weapon, and resisting arrest. 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 Fort Lee Police Department under the direction of Chief Matthew Hintze.
Continue reading Leonia Man Arrested in Connection of a Violent Armed Carjacking in Fort Lee

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

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Ridgewood NJ, a severe “T-Bone” collision at the intersection of Kenilworth Road and Laurel Road on Monday morning, January 27, required two ambulances to transport three trauma victims to Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC).
Continue reading Three Injured in Ridgewood “T-Bone” Collision, Including Young Child
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Fairview NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 37-year-old JOSUE G. COREA of Fairview on charges of attempted murder, aggravated assault, possession of a weapon for unlawful purpose, and possession of a weapon. 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 Fairview Police Department under the direction of Chief Vincent M. Bellucci.
Continue reading UPDATE: Machete Wielding Fairview Man Arrested for Attempted Murder

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Waldwick NJ, forget your typical birthday party – Fannie Mutchko recently celebrated her 100th birthday with much more fanfare! Dressed like a princess she watched as a parade of more than thirty cars and one hundred people, including the mayor of her hometown of Waldwick, New Jersey – who proclaimed December 14, 2024 Fannie Mutchko Day – honk and serenade the centenarian who joked with and danced for her adoring fans.

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Cliffside Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announces the following information regarding the investigation into the three-alarm fire that occurred on Lawton Avenue in Cliffside Park, NJ, on Monday, December 16, 2024. This joint investigation was conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Cliffside Park Police Department under the direction of Chief Marc Marano.
Continue reading Bergen County Prosecutor Finds Lawton Avenue Fire in Cliffside Park, Not Suspicious

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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 36-year-old JOSE M. SUMBA ASTUDILLO of Newark, NJ on charges related to a fatal motor vehicle crash. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Hasbrouck Heights Police Department under the direction of Chief Joseph Rinke.

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Hackensack NJ, on November 8th, the City of Hackensack Fire Department’s 1st Platoon responded to a vehicle fire in the parking garage of Hackensack University Medical Center. The incident involved an engine compartment fire that was quickly contained thanks to the coordinated efforts of HUMC Security and 1st Platoon firefighters.

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Carlstadt NJ, a beaming Melissa Dunn expressed her deep gratitude as her son, Officer Mark Dunn Jr., returned to their Carlstadt home on Saturday after a harrowing two-week stay at Hackensack University Medical Center. Dunn, a 24-year-old Allendale police officer, sustained severe injuries in a multi-car accident caused by a suspected drunk driver on Route 17 South.