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Bergen County Prosecutor Finds Lawton Avenue Fire in Cliffside Park, Not Suspicious

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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.

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Frank DelVecchio’s 14th Annual 9/11 Remembrance Run: Honoring the Fallen and Supporting Those in Need

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Ridgewood NJ, Frank DelVecchio is set to embark on his 14th Annual 9/11 Remembrance Run, a powerful tribute to those who lost their lives on that tragic day. This year, Frank will once again complete his inspiring 26-mile run from Ridgewood, NJ, to the World Trade Center, with the mission of remembering the fallen and supporting those in need.

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City of Hackensack Fire Department Awarded $278,000 AFG Grant for Specialized Firefighter Training

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Hackensack,NJ, the Hackensack Fire Department is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) for the 2023 fiscal year in the amount of $278,000. This grant will enable the department to provide specialized training to enhance the skills and capabilities of its firefighters.

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Palisades Park Man Charged with Sexual Assault of a Child

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Palisades Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 31-year-old JORGE ORREGO-GARCIA of Palisades Park, NJ on charges of sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Acting Chief Matthew Finck and the Palisades Park Police Department under the direction of Chief Anthony Espino.

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SOWING SEED SCHOOL ANNOUNCES SECOND LOCATION IN WEST NEW YORK

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West New York, NJ, Sowing Seed School, located in Weehawken, New Jersey, announces its second location at 17 Ave at Port Imperial, West New York in New Jersey, which is set to open in the Fall of 2024. 

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Death Toll Continues to Rise: 3 More Whales Wash Ashore in the Tristate Area

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Long Branch, NJ, Recently three more deceased right Whales came to rest on area beaches. Two in NY waters and one on the beach in Long Branch, NJ. Bringing the total to 14 whales since January of
this year in our area. The total in all 2022 was 10 according to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center which keeps track of such occurrences.

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Fugitive wanted for $100M New Jersey Hometown Deli Fraud Scheme Arrested in Thailand

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Paulsboro, NJ,  Hometown Deli is back in the news again with the arrest of  Peter Coker Jr., 54. Coker a fugitive charged over an alleged market manipulation scheme in which a small New Jersey deli mysteriously drew a $100 million valuation was arrested last week in Thailand . Coker had been on the lam since last September, when prosecutors slapped him, his father, Peter Coker Sr., 80, and associate James Patten, 63, with 12 federal charges.

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FEDERAL MARSHALS ARREST WYCKOFF RESTAURANT OWNER WHO IGNORED COURT ORDERS, SUBPOENA FOR RECORDS FROM US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

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Wyckoff NJ, the operator of three northern New Jersey restaurants has learned that not cooperating with a federal investigation and ignoring several federal court orders can get you arrested.

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Three Men Charged with International Stock Market Manipulation Scheme Involving Hometown Deli New Jersey

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Paulsboro, NJ, an indictment unsealed today charges three men with orchestrating a large-scale market manipulation scheme related to two publicly traded companies, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

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New Jersey income tax filing and payment due date for individuals will be automatically extended from April 15, 2021 to May 17, 2021

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Trenton NJ, following the Federal lead, Governor Phil Murphy, Treasurer Elizabeth Muoio, Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee Chairman Paul Sarlo, and Assembly Budget Committee Chairwoman Eliana Pintor Marin today announced that the state income tax filing and payment due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year will be automatically extended from April 15, 2021 to May 17, 2021 to mirror actions taken by the IRS. The extension was made under the authority of the Department of Treasury’s Director of the Division of Taxation. Formal guidance will be provided in the coming days.

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Rockland Arts Festival invites artists & arts organizations to participate!

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Rockland’s 1st Virtual Arts Festival from April 1-30, 2021.
Open to all NY, NJ & CT artists & arts organization.

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The Hudson Street Garage will open on Friday, August 7, 2020, first level parking only

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Ridgewood NJ, The Hudson Street Garage will open on Friday, August 7, 2020, first level parking only

The Village of Ridgewood is excited to announce that the Hudson Street Garage will open on Friday, August 7, 2020, first level parking only.  The Hudson Street Garage can be accessed from Prospect St. or Dayton St. to Hudson St.  Conveniently located, the garage is adjacent to many stores, restaurants, salons, and services.  It is also a quick, fun, and scenic walk to the west side shops and eateries using the pedestrian tunnel under the railroad tracks.

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Ridgewood’s Central Business District Hosts “Welcome Back to Ridgewood”

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Ridgewood NJ, “Welcome Back to Ridgewood, NJ” event – This event will run through the summer season. – Monday through Friday, all retail businesses are able to place their products on tables outside of their business (once they obtain a permit from the Village).  All food places are permitted to have outdoor dining (once they obtain a permit from the Village).  Food is also available for pickup at the dining establishments.  Beginning at 10:00 a.m. Saturday through 10:00 p.m. on Sunday, the Central Business District from North Walnut Street to Broad Street will be closed to vehicular traffic along East Ridgewood Avenue, including the side streets of Oak Street, Prospect Street, and Chestnut Street, which will create a pedestrian mall.

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NJ, NY and Ct, Marinas, Boatyards and Marine Manufacturers will be Allowed open for Personal Use

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont today announced marinas, boatyards and marine manufacturers will be allowed open for personal use as long as strict social distancing and sanitization protocols are followed. Chartered watercraft services or rentals will not be allowed, and restaurant activity at these sites must be limited to take-out or delivery only, like anywhere else in the three states. This announcement aligns the policies of the three states on this particular service.

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NJ State Police Charge Three for Throwing Object off Turnpike Overpass that Injured Man

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Carneys Point Township, NJ, The New Jersey State Police have charged a 17-year-old male from Elmer, N.J., a 16-year-old male from Penns Grove, N.J., and a 16-year-old male from Pittsgrove, N.J. for allegedly throwing an object off an overpass that injured a truck driver on the New Jersey Turnpike.

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