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Be a Holiday Hero: How You Can Give Back to Veterans at the Paramus Veterans Home

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Paramus NJ, The holiday season is a time for giving, and for many residents at the Paramus Veterans Home, a thoughtful gift bag might be the only present they receive. Every year, community generosity ensures these beloved veterans feel appreciated, and this year, the call for support is stronger than ever.

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A New Era of Learning: Apple Montessori Celebrates Grand Opening of Paramus Preschool and Daycare

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Grand Opening Alert! Apple Montessori Unveils State-of-the-Art Paramus Campus with Saltwater Pool & Outdoor Classrooms

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Twp. of Washington, NJ – The premier child-centered education system has arrived! Apple Montessori Paramus Preschool and Daycare officially opened its doors with a celebratory Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on October 3rd, marking a significant educational milestone for the Bergen County community.

The event, held in collaboration with the Paramus Regional Chamber of Commerce, was followed by an open house, giving prospective families a perfect chance to explore the brand-new, state-of-the-art facility.

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Your Next Job is Waiting! Garden State Plaza Hosting HUGE Job Fair in Paramus

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HIRING NOW: Massive Job Fair Coming to Garden State Plaza – Top Retailers You Need to See!

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PARAMUS, NJ – If you’re actively searching for a new career or part-time work in North Jersey, clear your calendar! A major job fair is coming to Bergen County next month, offering immediate opportunities with some of the region’s biggest retailers.

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Bergen County Therapist Accused of Operating Without License or Degrees

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FAKE DOCTOR? State Shuts Down Paramus Clinic After Therapist Allegedly Falsified MD and PhD Credentials.

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Paramus , NJ – Residents seeking help with anxiety and depression in Bergen County are being urged to exercise caution following a major legal action taken by the state. Authorities allege that a man operating the Stress Reduction Clinic Inc. in Paramus was falsely claiming to possess the necessary training, degrees, and licensing to practice therapy in New Jersey.

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Saturday Traffic Nightmare on Route 4: Wire Down Near Bergen Town Center

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Route 4 Shutdown Chaos Near Bergen Town Center 

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Paramus, NJ – Saturday, September 27th, turned into a massive traffic headache for thousands of drivers on Route 4 (State Highway 4). Both the eastbound and westbound lanes near the heavily congested Bergen Town Center were crippled for hours in the afternoon and early evening due to a dangerous low-hanging communications cable.

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Fender-Bender at Trader Joe’s in Paramus Causes Stir, But No Injuries Reported

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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.

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Paramus Police Arrest Two Newark Men in Stolen Vehicle Incident at Garden State Plaza

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PARAMUS, N.J. — Quick action by the Paramus Police Department led to the arrest of two Newark men at Westfield Garden State Plaza on Wednesday, July 16, after they attempted to flee in a stolen vehicle.

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Philadelphia Fugitive Wanted for Shooting School Resource Officer Arrested in Paramus

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PARAMUS, NJ — July 7, 2025 — A Philadelphia man on the run after allegedly shooting a school resource officer last week was arrested in Paramus on July 5, authorities confirmed.

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Ridgewood Fast-Tracks Developer-Friendly Affordable Housing Plan, Diverges from Other Bergen County Municipalities

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — While towns like Paramus, Montvale, and Mahwah have successfully pushed back against unrealistic state housing mandates, the Village of Ridgewood appears poised to comply quickly with developer-friendly proposals, raising concerns among residents about the speed and scope of development.

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Newark Man Breaks Into Paramus Shake Shack, Cooks Himself a Meal Before Arrest: Police

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PARAMUS, NJ — In an unusual late-night incident, a Newark man has been arrested after allegedly breaking into a Shake Shack on Route 17 in Paramus, helping himself to food, and walking away with merchandise — all while dressed in a Shake Shack T-shirt and chef’s hat, authorities say.

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Paramus Drastically Reduces Affordable Housing Obligation by 68% in Latest Fair Share Plan

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PARAMUS, NJ — In a significant development for one of Bergen County’s most densely developed communities, Paramus has successfully cut its state-mandated affordable housing obligation from 1,000 units to just 316 — a 68% reduction.

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Bloods Gang Member Wanted by US Marshals Arrested After Violent Struggle with Paramus Police

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Paramus NJ, a Bloods gang member and ex-convict wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and several New Jersey police departments was apprehended in Paramus following a violent confrontation with local police officers, authorities confirmed.

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Costco New Paramus Location Update on Former Kmart Site: Paramus Planning Board Hearing Set for August 2025

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Paramus NJ,  the Costco Wholesale Corporation is officially moving forward with plans to open a new location in Paramus, taking over the long-vacant property previously occupied by Kmart and Stop & Shop along Route 17 South.

The Paramus Planning Board has scheduled a hearing for Costco’s site application on August 7, 2025, at 7 p.m., at 1 Jockish Square, Borough Hall. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to attend and provide input on the major redevelopment proposal.

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Bergen New Bridge Nurses Authorize Strike Over Staffing Ratios Ahead of Contract Deadline

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Paramus NJ, nurses at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center have taken a bold step toward ensuring safer working conditions and better patient care. Members of the Health Professionals and Allied Employees (HPAE) union have authorized a strike if a new contract isn’t reached before their current agreement expires on May 31.

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Four Arrested, One at Large After Paramus Police Chase in Stolen BMW Ends in Clifton

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Paramus NJ, Four individuals, including a juvenile, were arrested and one suspect remains at large following a police pursuit involving a stolen BMW M3, according to Paramus Police Chief Robert Guidetti.

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