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Teaneck NJ, The Township of Teaneck is facing a critical legal ultimatum. For the third time, developers have issued a stern warning to local leadership: Adopt the mandated affordable housing ordinances by March 15, or face a “builder’s remedy” lawsuit.
Continue reading Teaneck on the Brink: Council Defies Developers as Housing Deadline Nears
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Teaneck, NJ — The crackdown on mail theft continues as a Brooklyn man learns his fate for orchestrating a sophisticated scheme involving stolen USPS “arrow keys” and altered checks.
On February 18, 2026, Noah Aranzamendi, 27, was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison. The sentence follows his role in a two-year conspiracy that targeted mailboxes across Bergen County and beyond, resulting in over $240,000 in losses to local victims and financial institutions.
Continue reading Brooklyn Man Sentenced for $240K Bergen County Mail Theft & Bank Fraud
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East Ruherford NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 36-year-old SEAN P. MCDERMOTT, with recent addresses in Tobyhanna, PA and East Moriches, NY, on charges of attempted aggravated arson, attempted arson, and creating a risk of widespread injury or damage. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Jeff Angermeyer, and the East Rutherford Police Department, under the direction of Chief Dennis Rivelli.
Continue reading Pennsylvania Fire Bug Charged in East Rutherford Hotel Fire
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Ridgewood NJ – Ridgewood Crew dominated the 2026 New Jersey Indoor Rowing Championships on Sunday, claiming the top spot in four of six juniors events and taking the overall fastest team title in the boys category. This event, also known as the Haddon Hammer, was hosted at Haddon Township High School and this year featured nearly 260 youth athletes from 14 different clubs across New Jersey, all racing on individual rowing machines. Ridgewood Crew fielded 39 athletes across middle and high school categories, making it the second-largest team to compete.
photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page
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FAIR LAWN, NJ — A violent two-vehicle collision disrupted the Monday morning commute in Fair Lawn today, March 2, 2026. The accident, occurring at the busy intersection of Broadway westbound and 26th Street, resulted in two injuries and significant infrastructure damage.
Continue reading Broadway Fair Lawn Collision Sends Two to Hospital
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TEANECK, NJ — The Teaneck Township Council is walking a legal tightrope after a controversial 4-2 vote to table a major “affordable housing” redevelopment ordinance. The decision, made during the February 24 meeting, directly defies warnings from the Township Counsel and puts Teaneck at risk of missing a March 15 statewide deadline.
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Ridgewood NJ, Seafood lovers in North Jersey, get your butter and lemon ready. The wait for an authentic Maine lobster roll is about to get a whole lot shorter.
Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls is officially expanding into Bergen County, bringing its acclaimed “no-pretension” seafood concept to the heart of downtown Ridgewood. Taking over the prime real estate at 111 E Ridgewood Avenue, this marks a major milestone for the brand as its first outpost in the county.
Continue reading Maine’s Best is Coming to Bergen: Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls Slated for Ridgewood
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Ridgewood NJ, The “It’s All Good” era in North Jersey isn’t ending quite yet. After an emotional announcement that Tito’s Burritos and Wings would shutter all remaining locations on March 1, the community responded with a surge of support so massive it quite literally changed the schedule. Due to overwhelming demand, long lines, and an outpouring of local love, the chain has officially extended its final week of service.
Continue reading One Last Bite: Tito’s Burritos and Wings Extends Closing Date Due to Massive Demand
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Ridgewood NJ, The wait might finally be over for frustrated house hunters. As we head into the 2026 spring homebuying season, a significant shift in the market is handing power back to buyers. For the first time in over three years, mortgage rates have touched their lowest levels, fundamentally changing the math for monthly payments.
Continue reading Homebuying Affordability Hits 3-Year High as Mortgage Rates Plunge to 6%
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Moonachie NJ, A massive emergency response unfolded in Moonachie, NJ, today as firefighters from across Bergen County battled a stubborn commercial structure fire at 1 State Street. What began as a routine water flow alarm quickly escalated into a multi-alarm operation involving more than a dozen local departments.
Continue reading Fire Crews from 10+ Towns Battle Intense Commercial Blaze in Moonachie
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Ridgewood NJ, Classical music lovers in North Jersey, mark your calendars. On Sunday, March 8, 2026, the prestigious Parlance Chamber Concerts series welcomes one of the most profound musical minds of our time: pianist Jonathan Biss.
Performing at the stunning West Side Presbyterian Church in Ridgewood, Biss brings a program that isn’t just a concert—it’s an expressive journey through three centuries of keyboard masterpieces.
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Ridgewood NJ, After five years of documenting the milestones, challenges, and heartbeat of the Village, TAPinto Ridgewood is officially entering a new chapter. Today, February 28, 2026, marks the final day of ownership for Jason DeAlessi, who is passing the torch to a seasoned local media professional.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — History isn’t just made of dates; it’s made of courage. Seventy-five years ago today, in Brooklyn, New York, a man stepped onto a patch of dirt at Ebbets Field and changed the trajectory of the United States forever.
Continue reading Beyond the Diamond: How Jackie Robinson Orchestrated America’s Greatest Integration
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PARAMUS, NJ — The aisles of Stew Leonard’s were a little more glamorous this Friday as world-renowned supermodel Ashley Graham made a highly anticipated stop in Bergen County. The icon visited the famous Paramus location on Feb. 27 to celebrate the launch of her premium sparkling red wine, Lucci Lambrusco.
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Parsippany, NJ, a popular South Asian dance institution is under fire after New Jersey authorities uncovered a massive, nationwide investment fraud. The New Jersey Bureau of Securities has issued an emergency order to stop Arya International and its owner, Rupal K. Patel, from continuing a scheme that allegedly defrauded dozens of families out of millions of dollars.
