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Former Ridgewood Mayor Ramon Hache sets the Record Straight about Schedler Berm

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Ridgewood NJ, in response to an erroneous and inflammatory comment made during Tuesday’s Fields Committee meeting, former Ridgewood Mayor Ramon Hache clearly indicated that a berm at the Schedler property was built as protection from trucks barreling off of Route 17, not to deliberately make the property inhospitable to a larger athletic field, as is being suggested by some sports group representatives and at least one member of the Village Council.

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Bergen County’s Role in the American Revolution: A Call for Protection in 1780

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Ridgewood NJ, Bergen County, was a critical battleground during the American Revolution, frequently witnessing military clashes and strategic movements. One such moment occurred in March 1780, following a brutal winter, when intelligence revealed an impending attack on Hackensack.

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Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash on Route 17 in Hasbrouck Heights Claims One Life

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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, a tragic four-vehicle crash on Route 17 south in Hasbrouck Heights claimed the life of Edwin B. Coreas, 30, of Bogota, on Thursday, March 6, 2025, according to officials.

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Five Newark Teens Charged After High-Speed Police Chase in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, a high-speed police chase involving a stolen vehicle ended early yesterday morning with five Newark teens, aged 14 to 19, now facing multiple charges.

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Outfront Media Sues Ridgewood Over Denial of Illuminated Billboard on Route 17

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Zoning Dispute Sparks Legal Battle

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Ridgewood Nj, Outfront Media, a major outdoor advertising company, has filed a civil lawsuit against the Village of Ridgewood’s Zoning Board of Adjustment after the Board denied the company’s application to erect an illuminated billboard along Route 17 southbound.

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Is Congestion Pricing Coming to Route 4 and Route 17 ? Democrat Mayor Steven Fulop’s Proposal Sparks Debate

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Paramus NJ, New Jersey residents are bracing for the possibility of congestion pricing hitting their roadways, as Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop, a Democrat running for governor, pushes the controversial policy. Fulop’s plan, which includes tolling key highways like Route 17, Interstate 287, and US 9W, has ignited fierce debate about affordability, environmental benefits, and economic impact in the Garden State.

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The Hidden Danger of Dryer Fires: Upper Saddle River Motel Blaze Highlights Risks

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Upper Saddle River NJ, on Friday evening at 7:08 PM, the Upper Saddle River Fire Department was dispatched to a motel on Route 17 to address a dryer fire. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by dryer fires and the importance of preventative measures.

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Paramus Police Crack Down on Trucks in the Left Lane on Route 17

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Paramus NJ, the Paramus Police Department Traffic Unit has teamed up with the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Safety Unit to tackle a growing problem on Route 17: commercial vehicles unlawfully driving in the left lane.

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Veterans Day Traffic Delays on Route 17 Following Multiple Early-Morning Crashes

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Waldwick NJ, Veterans Day morning took a rough start for drivers on Route 17 in Waldwick, where multiple motor vehicle collisions caused significant traffic delays for early commuters. These incidents occurred on both the northbound and southbound sides of the highway.

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Dramatic Crash on Route 17 in Waldwick Leaves Two Miraculously Unscathed

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Waldwick NJ, a driver of an older model Honda Odyssey lost control of her vehicle on Route 17 southbound near the East Prospect Street exit in Waldwick on Monday night, October 14th, leading to a harrowing crash. According to reports, the driver swerved to avoid another car that unexpectedly entered her lane, setting off a chain of events that resulted in a spectacular accident.

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Tragic Accident Claims Woman’s Life on Route 17 in Paramus

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Paramus Nj, a woman lost her life early Saturday morning after being struck twice while attempting to cross Route 17 on foot in Paramus, according to local authorities.

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2 Charged in Route 17 Lodi Armed Robbery , Shooting and Car Chase

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Lodi NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of 29-year-old JAQUIL M. BROWN of Paterson, NJ and 19-year-old SHAHEEM A. CLARK of Elmwood Park, NJ on charges stemming from an armed robbery and shooting incident. The arrests are the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Lodi Police Department under the direction of Chief Donald Scorzetti.

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Time to make the Donuts: Man Breaks into Bank in Paramus , Claims He Was Robbed at Donut Shop

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Paramus NJ, in a strange series of events on Sunday, September 1, a 32-year-old man from Canastota, N.Y., was arrested after breaking into a bank on Route 17 and then falsely reporting that he had been robbed at a nearby Dunkin Donuts.

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New Costco Coming to Paramus, Confirms Mayor Chris DiPiazza

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Paramus NJ, a new Costco is set to be built in Paramus, off Route 17 , on the site of the former Stop & Shop, according to Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza. The plans for the new Costco Wholesale location were officially submitted to the Paramus Planning Board on Thursday morning.

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Paramus Plaza Sold for $36.8 Million to DRA Advisors and First Mile

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Paramus NJ,  Paramus Plaza, a 153,494-square-foot retail center located on Route 17 South, has been sold for $36.8 million to DRA Advisors and First Mile, an affiliate of Crown Acquisitions, Cushman & Wakefield announced on Wednesday.

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