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Allendale Unveils New Centennial Mural, Featuring Local Landmarks and Student Art

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Allendale Unveils New Community Mural, Blending History with Local Art

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Allendale NJ, the borough of Allendale, New Jersey, officially unveiled its new Centennial Mural on September 20, marking the culmination of a multi-year, community-wide effort to honor its history. The vibrant new mural, located at 89 West Allendale Avenue, replaces a beloved 1994 mural that had faded over time.

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A Scare on the Parkway: Children Safe After Bus Collision Near Exit 165 in Paramus

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School Bus Collision on Garden State Parkway Causes Emergency Response

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Paramus NJ, an early Friday afternoon collision on the southbound Garden State Parkway near Exit 165 in Paramus, New Jersey, involved a full-sized school bus carrying children and adult chaperones. While the incident required a significant emergency response, authorities reported that all individuals on board the bus were safe.

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Cracking Down on Dirt Bikes: Washington Township Police Announce “Zero-Tolerance” Policy

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Washington Township Police Launch “Zero-Tolerance” Crackdown on Illegal Dirt Bikes

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Twp. of Washington  NJ, The Township of Washington Police Department has observed a growing trend of illegal electric and gas-powered dirt bikes on public roads. In response, the department is implementing a new “zero-tolerance” policy to address the issue, warning residents that they will face severe consequences for non-compliance.

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Mahwah Man Arrested Twice in 24 Hours Over Alleged Cyber-Harassment

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Mahwah Man Arrested Twice in 24 Hours for Allegedly Threatening Women

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Mahwah NJ, a Mahwah, New Jersey, man is facing serious charges after police say he was arrested not once, but twice in a single day for allegedly sending vulgar and threatening text messages to women. The incidents highlight the growing problem of cyber-harassment and the swift response of local law enforcement.

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Wyckoff Avenue Shut Down for Hours After Freak Dump Truck Accident

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Dump Truck Accident Shuts Down Wyckoff Avenue for Hours

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Wyckoff NJ, a bizarre and unexpected accident caused major traffic headaches in Wyckoff, New Jersey, on Thursday afternoon. A dump truck, fresh from a paving project, got its raised truck bed tangled in a large communications trunk line, forcing the closure of Wyckoff Avenue near the Midland Park border for more than three hours.

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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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Glen Rock Bank Manager Flags Down Police Chief to Foil a $35,000 Scam

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Quick-Thinking Banker and Police Chief Thwart a Major Scam in Glen Rock

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Glen Rock NJ, in a remarkable act of community partnership, a bank manager in Glen Rock, New Jersey, flagged down the town’s police chief to stop a resident from falling victim to a costly financial scam. This incident serves as a powerful reminder of how a simple act of awareness can prevent a devastating loss.

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A Gift to the Community: Future Eagle Scout Transforms Westwood School with Outdoor Classroom

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A New Chapter for Brookside: Future Eagle Scout Builds Outdoor Classroom in Westwood

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Westwood NJ, students at Brookside Elementary School in the Westwood Regional School District now have a brand-new space to learn, read, and connect with nature, thanks to a remarkable project by local teen and future Eagle Scout, Noah Perez.

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SUV Slams Into Midland Park Home: One Person Critically Injured

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Major Crash in Midland Park: SUV Slams into Home, Injures One Critically

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A quiet Sunday evening in Midland Park, NJ, was shattered by a dramatic single-vehicle crash at the intersection of Cottage Street and Franklin Avenue. An SUV veered off the road and collided head-on with a home, causing significant damage and sending one person to the hospital with a life-threatening injury.

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Bergen County Flag Controversy: A Political Snub or Standard Procedure?

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Hackensack NJ, in the wake of the tragic death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a national debate has unfolded, with a local dimension playing out right here in Bergen County. The decision by county officials not to lower flags to half-staff, despite a presidential proclamation, has ignited a firestorm of criticism and brought the rules of flag etiquette into the spotlight.

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Ridgewood Single-Car Crash on Lincoln Ave Sends 3 to Hospital

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Details emerge on Thursday afternoon accident in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood, NJ—A single-vehicle crash on Lincoln Avenue this Thursday afternoon resulted in three individuals being transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The incident, which occurred on September 11, 2025, drew a swift response from local emergency services.

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End of an Era: New Jersey’s Star-Ledger and Other Papers Go Fully Digital

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Bloomfield NJ, in a historic shift for “New Jersey journalism”, The Star-Ledger and several other newspapers across the state will cease print publication in 2025, transitioning to a fully digital format. This decision, impacting the state’s largest and oldest newspapers, marks the end of an era for readers who have turned to these print pages for generations. The move will shutter The Star-Ledger’s production facility in Montville, which also serves as the press for several other New Jersey papers.

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