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OAKLAND, NJ — A North Jersey karate studio employee has been arrested after authorities say he secretly recorded children in a bathroom and produced child sexual abuse material.
Ryan J. Curtin, 25, of Oakland, was taken into custody Wednesday and charged with multiple crimes, including production of child sexual abuse material, possession of child sexual abuse material, and invasion of privacy, according to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office.
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MONTVALE, NJ — On Sunday, August 11 at 9:47 p.m., the Montvale Volunteer Fire Department responded to a report of a vehicle fire at the intersection of North Kinderkamack Road and Brook Avenue.
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HACKENSACK, NJ — The newly elected Hackensack City Council is pressing the brakes on a nearly $12 million plan to build a large indoor sports complex in Johnson Park — a project approved by the previous administration and heavily criticized by residents from the start.
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PARAMUS, NJ — A Tuesday morning mishap at the Trader Joe’s on Route 17 North caused a brief commotion, after a white Mazda CX-90 accidentally crashed into a support pillar in front of the popular grocery store. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.
Continue reading Fender-Bender at Trader Joe’s in Paramus Causes Stir, But No Injuries Reported
It’s on August 5, not August 15 as published previously on the blog. Should be a good turnout
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A controversial proposal is once again on the table as Ordinance #4052 returns to the Ridgewood Planning Board agenda for Tuesday night’s meeting. Local residents and preservation advocates are raising serious concerns about the potential impact of the ordinance, which could pave the way for a luxury, high-density, five-story assisted living facility on North Maple Avenue.
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WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ — A tragic accident occurred in Woodcliff Lake on the afternoon of Friday, August 1, resulting in the death of a motorcyclist, according to a statement from the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Ridgewood Public Schools community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Cadet Neil Edara, a 2021 graduate of Ridgewood High School and a beloved U.S. Army ROTC Cadet. Neil passed away suddenly during training exercises at Fort Knox, serving his country with honor and commitment.
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Morris County, NJ – A small earthquake rattled part of North Jersey early Monday morning, but officials say it caused no damage or injuries.
Continue reading Minor Earthquake Shakes Morris County, NJ Early Monday Morning
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Ridgewood, NJ — Quick action by Ridgewood firefighters from Engine Company #35 and Rescue Company #42 prevented a dangerous situation from escalating after a fully involved engine compartment fire broke out late Tuesday afternoon, July 14, in the 400 block of Linwood Avenue.
Continue reading Ridgewood Firefighters Quickly Extinguish Vehicle Fire on Linwood Avenue
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ORADELL, NJ — Authorities are investigating the death of a 52-year-old man discovered Wednesday at a residence on Battle Place, Oradell Police confirmed.
Continue reading Oradell Police Investigating Death of 52-Year-Old Man on Battle Place
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood’s bravest were called into action Thursday night for one of the most heartwarming tasks in a firefighter’s repertoire: rescuing a stranded pet.
Continue reading Ridgewood Firefighters Rescue Cat Stuck on Roof in Late-Night Operation
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Glen Rock NJ, two residents of a Lincoln Avenue group home in Glen Rock were transported to The Valley Hospital on Thursday afternoon, May 29, following a minor accident involving a transport van and a garage door at the facility.
Continue reading Group Home Residents Injured in Transport Van Accident in Glen Rock
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Ridgewood NJ, a routine move turned into a dramatic scene late Saturday night (May 24) in the Village, when a 30-foot moving van became stuck while attempting to back out of a steep driveway on the 100 block of Crest Road.
screenshot courtesy of a Boyd Loving video
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Glen Rock NJ, a utility pole along Route 208 southbound, between Lincoln Avenue and Boulevard, was struck twice on Thursday, May 22nd — once in the early morning hours and again later in the evening, according to Glen Rock Police and Nixle alerts.
Continue reading Utility Pole on Route 208 in Glen Rock Struck Twice in One Day
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Ridgewood NJ, a two-vehicle collision on the morning of Tuesday, May 20, at the busy intersection of Chestnut Street and Franklin Avenue, startled passersby as one car ended up on the sidewalk in front of a well-known local sushi restaurant. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident.
Continue reading Two-Car Crash in Ridgewood Sends Vehicle Onto Sidewalk Near Popular Sushi Spot
