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Paterson, NJ
Breaking News
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HIM? NJ State Police Seek 'Suspicious' Man Who Questioned Glen Ridge School Staffers
State Police sought the public's help finding a man who they said entered Glen Ridge High School and acted suspiciously. The man shown in the sketch and photo below showed up at the high school around 7:20 a.m. Jan 15 and began asking staff members suspicious questions, the NJSP said. "During the conversation, he stated that he recently moved to Glen Ridge," State Police wrote in a post. "A short time later, he left the property and got into a newer model black Toyota Highlander." NJ State Police Detective Sgt. Dennis Cappello used video surveillance and assistance from a witness to creat…
Northern Highlands, NJ
Obituaries
Midland Park Teen Serena Merwede Remembered For Her Voice
The Midland Park community mourning the loss of Serena Merwede, who died on Jan. 17. She was 18 years old. A Facebook fundraiser for the family had raised more than $5,500 as of Wednesday evening. "The Merwedes have suffered the unimaginable loss of their only child, Serena," said the campaign, launched by Terri Morse. "Not only is this an emotionally devastating time for them, but the financial burden is something they were not prepared for and we as a community can help." A memorial service will be from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Oakland Memorial Home on Saturday, Jan. 26. Hundreds of pe…
Hackensack, NJ
On Your Side
Ranking
: These North Jersey Dive Bars Are Best In State
Greasy food. Heavy pour. Happy folks. These and more are part and parcel of a great dive bar -- which seem to be around almost every corner in New Jersey. But which ones are best? Several in Bergen and Passaic counties were ranked among the 31 best in the Garden State in a new rundown by NJ.com calculated by Yelp users. Every regular imbiber has his or her favorite dive bar to watch the game or get a quick bite, but we wanted to find the consensus best local hangouts around the state. 22. Duffy's Tavern, Paterson "What a great place to spend St. Patrick's Day. Corned Beef and Cabbage was…
Paramus, NJ
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'Woops!' Macaron Giant Opens Garden State Plaza Kiosk
America's largest macaron retailer is opening a kiosk at the Garden State Plaza this weekend. Dreamed up in New York City, Woops! specializes in macarons and other international pastries. Firmly anchored as the largest retailer of French macarons in the United States, Woops! will be located on the second level outside of Macy’s. The Woops! journey began in 2012 on a whim when four friends opened a macaron pop-up shop at the Holiday Shops in New York City’s Bryant Park. In nine short weeks, they sold 100,000 macarons and developed a cult-like following due to the macarons and aesthetic. …
Hackensack, NJ
Weather
Flash Flood Watch: Cold Front To Close Out Heavy Rains In North Jersey
A Flash Flood Watch was issued across North Jersey for Thursday. A low-pressure storm approaching the Tri-State area Wednesday will bring rain and potentially heavy downpours with mild temps. Up to 2.5 inches of rain can be expected across Bergen and Passaic counties with temperatures in the high 50s Thursday, the National Weather Service said. Meteorologist Joe Cioffi warned of a possible cold front to follow with the chance of a thunderstorm. An Arctic blast of air could close out the week causing untreated, wet areas and puddles to freeze Thursday night into Friday morning, as te…
Paramus, NJ
On Your Side
Closed
! Uniqlo Leaves Garden State Plaza
Uniqlo has closed its Garden State Plaza location. The store is planning on moving to a smaller location in Paramus Park Mall later this year, next to the former Sears department store. Commonly known as the "Japanese Gap," Uniqlo has shuttered several other stores in the past few years (including the lower level at the GSP) at the Palisades Center Mall along with others in Staten Island, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and more. No word yet on the store's GSP replacement.
Paramus, NJ
Your Community
River Edge Teacher Shares Life Hacks For Millennials
Comfort and convenience. That's what the spending habits of most Millennials suggest, according to local finance teacher and River Edge dad Luis Gonzalez. His book -- "Living a Starbucks Lifestyle on a Dunkin’ Donuts Budget" -- aims to help younger generations save money and live their best lives, he said. "Millennials, broadly defined here as those in their 20s and 30s, want to enjoy the best things in life as much as everyone else," the West New York teacher said. "Yet, their earning potential is typically less than those of older generations . Frequently saddled with high student…
West Milford, NJ
Obituaries
Tribute
: Destiny Cartagena Of Ringwood Was 'Vibrant, Beautiful Soul'
Caring. Vibrant. One of a kind. This is how loved ones are remembering Destiny Cartagena of Ringwood, who died on Jan. 19. She was 33 years old. The mom of two previously lived in the Bronx, N.Y. and Elmwood Park. She graduated from Paramus Catholic High School and studied at CSB School of Broadcasting, her Facebook page says. Condolences poured in each one in their own way noting Cartagena's profound impact on the countless lives she touched. "To say you were one of a kind is too broad of a way to describe you," Christy Lynne Nibbling wrote on Facebook. "Your distinct nature w…
Englewood, NJ
Breaking News
Police
: Retired Fire Chief From Tenafly Swiped Artifacts From Museum To Sell On eBay
A retired Bayonne battalion chief was arrested for stealing artifacts from the Chief John T. Brennan Fire Museum and selling them online, said authorities who charged him. Paul Avery, 64 of Tenafly, was charged last Thursday with theft after an investigation found he sold several items on eBay including three helmets and a speaking trumpet, police told several media outlets. Avery, who earns an annual pension of $130,000, worked at the museum painting and building cabinets, the New York Post reports. He worked for the department for 36 years and retired in 2017. A fire captain who wor…
Englewood, NJ
Your Community
Pete Davidson, John Mulaney Coming To bergenPAC
Comics Pete Davidson and John Mulaney of "Saturday Night Live" will be performing at bergenPAC in March. Mulaney got his big break as a writer on Saturday Night Live for six seasons (2008 - 2012) and has put out three stand-up comedy specials available on Netflix. He won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special last year. Davidson is currently a cast member on SNL and recently made headlines for his whirlwind relationship with pop star Ariana Grande. He has appeared on MTV's "Wild ‘n Out" and "Guy Code," along with "Jimmy Kimmel Live" and guest-starred on "Broo…
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