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Westwood NJ, Westwood Mayor Ray Arroyo reminds everyone to please be aware :
Bergen County has Commenced Replacing Storm Drains along Kinderkamack Road in Westwood
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Bomb Scare at Westwood Community Center Following Gubernatorial Forum
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Westwood NJ, a bomb threat disrupted a Democratic gubernatorial forum at the Westwood Community Center on Wednesday night, prompting police to clear the building shortly after the event concluded.
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Twp. of Washington Man Convicted of Murder
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Twp of Washington NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the conviction of PATRICK J. CAMILLI, 59, of Twp of Washington in connection with the murder of Mary E. Huber on October 23, 2021. After a four-week trial that began in September 2024 before the Honorable James X. Sattely, P.J.S.C. in Bergen County Superior Court, the defendant was found guilty. Sentencing is scheduled for November 22, 2024.
Major Crash on Old Hook Road in Emerson Leads to Rollover and Multiple Injuries
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Emerson NJ, a serious two-vehicle crash on Old Hook Road in Emerson on Tuesday morning, September 3rd, led to a significant emergency response. Four ambulances, two paramedic vehicles, and two fire department heavy rescue teams were dispatched to the scene in the 400 block of Old Hook Road.
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Paterson Drug Dealer Arrested in Westwood
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Westwood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 39-year-old JESUS A. CANTILLO of Paterson, NJ on charges of possession with the intent to distribute narcotics and drug distribution. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Westwood Police Department under the direction of Chief Michael Pontillo.
Westwood Mechanic Charged with the Alleged Sexual Assault of a Child
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Westwood N J, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of NICHOLAS CAVANIOLA (DOB: 07/31/1992; single; mechanic) of Westwood, NJ on charges of sexual assault and child endangerment. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Acting Chief Matthew Finck.
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Westwood Police Department: Uptick in Online Scams Through Craigslist
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Westwood NJ, attention Westwood and other Bergen residents: the Westwood Police Department has seen an uptick in online scams through Craigslist or other social media platforms, targeting towns in the Pascack Valley. Apartments, houses, and rooms for rent are being posted with the intention of stealing your identity along with all of your important information.
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Statement to Police of Defendant in Fatal Stabbing in Twp. Of Washington May Get Tossed
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Twp. of Washington NJ, a judge in Bergen County will determine the admissibility of statements made by a Washington Township man, Patrick Camilli, to the police following the 2021 fatal stabbing of Mary E. Huber in his home.
Attention Seniors Scamming is on the Rise. And the Approaching Holiday Season Makes People with Good Hearts, Particularly Vulnerable
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Westwood NJ, Scammers cheat senior citizens out of approximately $2.9 billion annually and no one is exempt from being a target. Seniors, on average, lose $500 for each incident they encounter. Senior fraud is a pervasive problem facing our aging populations.
Westwood School Security Officer and Proud Dad Takes Hillsdale Hawks to the Little League World Series
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Westwood NJ, on behalf of Westwood Police Department Chief Michael R. Pontillo and all of the members of the Westwood Police Department, we would like to feature an “employee spotlight” which highlights some of the summer work of SLEO III Greg Stalb, who works providing security for Berkeley Elementary School.
Westwood Cyclist Badly Injured In Cycling Accident Thanks Police after 60-mile Bike Ride
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Westwood NJ, on April 16, 2023, the Westwood Police Department responded to a report of an accident involving a vehicle and a bicyclist at the intersection of Washington and Mountain Avenues. This accident involved very serious injuries suffered by the cyclist, It was a scene that likely will not ever be forgotten by those who responded to render aid. Following the accident, follow ups were made to determine the condition of the cyclist and thoughts and prayers were offered to the young man, whose life appeared to have taken a tragic turn.
Lebanon Baptist Church in Westwood Celebrates it’s 66th Anniversary of the Church
photo courtesy of Westwood Mayor Ray Arroyo
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Westwood NJ, from the Facebook page of Westwood Mayor Ray Arroyo , “On behalf of Chief Michael R. Pontillo and all members of the Westwood Police Department, we would like to congratulate Lebanon Baptist Church, Westwood NJ on their 66th Anniversary of the Church.”
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Car Stolen While Getting Gas in Westwood
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Westwood NJ, on behalf of Chief Michael R. Pontillo and all members of the Westwood Police Department, we would like to offer the following video as a public service announcement. This video, which occurred in Westwood during the middle of the day, illustrates how quickly your vehicle can be stolen.
Teen Crashes Tesla Through Fence Tumbles Down Stream Embankment in Westwood
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Westwood NJ, an 18-year-old driver crashed through a chain link fence and down a stream embankment after losing control of her Tesla sedan at the intersection of Mill Street and 1st Avenue, in Westwood late Tuesday afternoon, 05/23. Neither the driver nor her two (2) male passengers were injured in the mishap. Two (2) tow trucks were involved in recovering the white colored Tesla from its predicament. Westwood Police responded to the incident along with a Hillsdale EMS ambulance.
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Westwood Senior Charged Desecrating Human Remains and Aggravated Assault on Police Officers
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Westwood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of MARK WINTERS (DOB: 1/6/1947; single; unemployed) of 25 Kennedy Terrace, Westwood, NJ for desecrating human remains and aggravated assault on law enforcement officers. The charges are the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and the Westwood Police Department under the direction of Chief Michael Pontillo.
