Fair Lawn Firefighters Save Elderly Man from House Fire—Closed Door Credited with Preventing Disaster
Photos courtesy of Martin Pelta
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Fair Lawn NJ, a quick response and two incredibly brave firefighters averted a major tragedy in Fair Lawn, NJ, this past Monday afternoon. Officials confirmed that a fire at a home on 28th Street resulted in a dramatic rescue and sent two residents to the hospital.
Inside Ridgewood’s Progress: An Update on Key Community Projects
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Ridgewood NJ, from a new performing arts center to a decades-old tax issue, the Village of Ridgewood, NJ, has been busy working on a number of significant projects. Village Manager Keith Kazmark recently provided an update on five key initiatives that will shape the community for years to come.
Ridgewood NJ, a toddler riding a tricycle narrowly avoided injury after being struck by a vehicle Friday morning while crossing the street with their father, according to local police.
Twp. of Washington NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the sentencing term handed down in Bergen County Superior Court against 59-year-old PATRICK J. CAMILLI of Washington Township, NJ in connection with his recent conviction for the 2021 murder of Mary E. Huber.
Glen Rock NJ, a Glen Rock man was taken to the hospital last week after being struck by a vehicle while crossing the street, according to local police.
Ridgewood NJ, Scottie Scheffler, who was trying to maneuver around a prior accident where a man was struck and killed by a shuttle bus at 5 a.m. outside of the golf course, was detained and faces charges of: second-degree assault to a police officer, third-degree criminal mischief, disregarding an officer directing traffic and reckless .
Ridgewood NJ,a reminder that in less than 2 days the Valley Hospital will be moving to Paramus. At 6:00 am on Sunday, April 14th the new Valley Hospital facility will open in Paramus. Patients will be transported from Ridgewood to Paramus via Linwood Avenue, and ambulance staging will take place at Graydon.
Glen Rock NJ, on February 16th at 9:33 AM,Glen Rock Police Patrols and EMS were dispatched to the Glen Rock Dog Park on Doremus Avenue in response to a 9-1-1 report of a person bitten by a dog. Upon arrival, it was found that a Wyckoff woman, who was with her dog at the dog park, was bitten by a pit bull mix belonging to a Prospect Park woman. The responding officers and EMTs provided first aid and the victim was transported by ambulance to the emergency room at the Valley Hospital in Ridgewood.
Paramus NJ, Valley Health System is pleased to display panels from Polish-born artist Stefan Knapp’s mural entitled “The World” on the grounds of The Valley Hospital in Paramus. The mural was prominently displayed for decades on the exterior of Alexander’s department store in Paramus, New Jersey.
Ridgewood NJ, the Valley Hospital is proud to have been recognized with an “A” grade for patient safety for the 21st time with the release of The Leapfrog Group‘s Fall 2023 Hospital Safety Grade. This national distinction celebrates Valley’s achievements in protecting hospital patients from preventable harm and errors.
Paramus NJ, Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza gets a sneak peek at Valley Hospital . Valley Hospital’s move to Paramus is expected to take place on Sunday, April 14, 2024! The new acute-care hospital will feature 370 private patient rooms and will be the centerpiece of a comprehensive 40-acre healthcare campus that also includes Valley’s medical office building at 140 East Ridgewood Avenue, and the Robert & Audrey Luckow Pavilion, which houses Valley-Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Care, The George R. Jaqua Same Day Services Center, a full-service retail pharmacy.
photos courtesy of Closter Volunteer Ambulance & Rescue Corps (CVARC)
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Closter NJ, while many were sleeping, Closter Volunteer Ambulance & Rescue Corps (CVARC) had an extremely busy night. At midnight, CVARC was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident on Demarest Avenue for a vehicle on its side. When the Closter Police arrived on scene, they discovered there were 5 occupants in the vehicle. Upon hearing this report, CVARC officer 733, requested a second ambulance to the scene. The crews of Ambulance 726 and 727 evaluated all the parties and 727 transported one patient to Valley Hospital.
photo courtesy of the Village Manager Keith Kazmark
Road Construction Update!
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Ridgewood NJ , according to the Ridgewood Police Department the Milling and Paving of Linwood Avenue has been postponed until Monday (7/31). Linwood Avenue will have significant detours and delays starting 7am on Monday. These closures will occur through most of the week. Access to Valley Hospital will be from N Van Dien Avenue.
Ridgewood NJ, ,Jersey’s Best Magazine has named 27 physicians from The Valley Hospital medical staff to its Summer 2023 list of “Top Cancer Doctors.”
Each year, Jersey’s Best releases a list of the state’s top physicians in conjunction with Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., which publishes America’s Top Doctors. Based on peer nominations, attributes such as board certification, clinical skills, training, years in practice, achievements, and other criteria are reviewed and assessed by a physician-led research team. This intensive research methodology is designed to identify doctors that will achieve the best possible health outcomes, according to Castle Connolly.
The 27 Valley medical staff members come from multiple specialties including colon and rectal surgery, diagnostic radiology, gynecologic oncology, gastroenterology, medical oncology, neurological surgery, plastic surgery, pulmonary disease, radiation oncology, thoracic and cardiac surgery, and more.
