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Tenafly Police Officer Finds Crossing Guard's Missing Engagement Diamond From Late Husband Tenafly Police Officer Finds Crossing Guard's Missing Engagement Diamond From Late Husband Tenafly Police Officer Finds Crossing Guard's Missing Engagement Diamond From Late Husband
Tenafly Police Officer Finds Crossing Guard's Missing Engagement Diamond From Late Husband At some point Tuesday, Tenafly crossing guard Kathy Iannantuano noticed the diamond on her engagement ring had gone missing. The diamond ring -- given to her 52 years ago when her husband proposed -- became extra special to her after he passed away. Devastated and holding back tears, the Riveredge Road and Jefferson Avenue guard, with help from her son, searched the area after school to no avail. They assumed the diamond was gone forever.  "Well, the Tenafly Police Department doesn't 'assume' anything," the department wrote on its page.  "Back-up was called in and an organi…
REPORT: Bergen County Restaurants Ranked Among Most Expensive In New Jersey REPORT: Bergen County Restaurants Ranked Among Most Expensive In New Jersey REPORT: Bergen County Restaurants Ranked Among Most Expensive In New Jersey
Report: Bergen County Restaurants Ranked Among Most Expensive In New Jersey Filet mignon. Crab meat cocktails. Lots and lots of wine. That's what's on the menu at the most expensive restaurants in Bergen County. According to a list published in NJ.com, several area restaurants account for the priciest meals in New Jersey. The media outlet found the average prices at every restaurants and then the total price for two appetizers, two entrees, two drinks and a dessert. The following restaurants had the highest totals of the 27 on the list (figures represent dinner for two) 22. The Saddle River Inn, $149 17. The River Palm Terrace, Edgewater, Fair Lawn and Mahw…
Shocking Lottery Win Is Dream Come True For Passaic County Couple Shocking Lottery Win Is Dream Come True For Passaic County Couple Shocking Lottery Win Is Dream Come True For Passaic County Couple
Shocking Lottery Win Is Dream Come True For Passaic County Couple New Jersey Lottery's crossword scratch-off games have long been a favorite for "Mr. Isam." He's won several prizes playing them -- sometimes $50 and $100 -- and knew he may get lucky again. And recently, he did, winning $50,000. Isam purchased a $5 Super Crossword scratch-off ticket from his usual spot, 7-Eleven on Main Avenue in Clifton, and thought he had won $50. “Please cash my $50 ticket so I can buy my coffee," he told the cashier. The retailer, however, replied that he wouldn't be able to because Isam won $50,000. Isam's jaw dropped. He was in a state of shock and couldn't believe …
Video: See It? Fireball Dazzles New York, East Coast Video: See It? Fireball Dazzles New York, East Coast Video: See It? Fireball Dazzles New York, East Coast
Video: See It? Fireball Dazzles New York, East Coast Several people in New York reported seeing a fireball that tore across the area Wednesday The American Meteor Society received more than 190 reports from Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland and North Carolina between 6:35 a.m. and 6:45 a.m. The fireball was traveling from northeast to southwest and ended its flight somewhere in the Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Norfolk, V.A., the AMS said. News12's assistant news director, Jeremy Settle, posted a video of the alleged meteor darting across the sky in West New York. "A fireball is another term for a very bright meteor, gen…
'I Love You Papou': Grandson's Touching Tribute Honors Late Lyndhurst Diner Owner 'I Love You Papou': Grandson's Touching Tribute Honors Late Lyndhurst Diner Owner 'I Love You Papou': Grandson's Touching Tribute Honors Late Lyndhurst Diner Owner
'I Love You Papou': Grandson's Touching Tribute Honors Late Lyndhurst Diner Owner He had an unmistakable, booming voice. A magnetic and kind personality. An innate ability to make everyone feel at home. This is how longtime Lyndhurst Diner owner John Sakellaris, who died Tuesday after 48 years at the helm, is being remembered. If you didn't know Sakalleris, a touching tribute penned by his grandson -- Emanuel Logothetis -- might make you feel like you did. Or at least, wish that you did. Logothetis, who spent nearly every weekend of his childhood at the Eagle Street diner with his grandfather, published the tribute to Facebook, where it garnered hundreds of li…
Community Rallies For Bergen County Siblings Mourning Mom 8 Years After Dad's Death Community Rallies For Bergen County Siblings Mourning Mom 8 Years After Dad's Death Community Rallies For Bergen County Siblings Mourning Mom 8 Years After Dad's Death
Community Rallies For Bergen County Siblings Mourning Mom 8 Years After Dad's Death Just more than eight years after losing their father, a pair of Bergen County siblings lost their mom to cancer. More than $4,700 had been raised on a GoFundMe for Collin, 15, and Reese, 12, Polakowski of Wyckoff as of Wednesday afternoon. Their father Mark Polakowski died on Dec. 5, 2010. Their mother Desiree Polakowski-Liebowitz, formerly of Mahwah and Hasbrouck Heights, died on Tuesday, Jan. 8. Condolences poured in. "Desiree you were a beautiful and inspirational woman inside and out," one friend wrote on Facebook. "You always put on a brave face and were so open to share your experi…
Fair Lawn Youth Football Coach Luke Frey Dies, 31 Fair Lawn Youth Football Coach Luke Frey Dies, 31 Fair Lawn Youth Football Coach Luke Frey Dies, 31
Fair Lawn Youth Football Coach Luke Frey Dies, 31 Fair Lawn youth football coach Luke F. Frey died on Jan. 3. He was 31 years old An active member of the community, Luke was a camp counselor for Camp Shinning Star and Camp Small Fry and was often seen volunteering at the George Frey Community Center -- named after his late father, his obituary says. In his desire to contribute to the education of the effects of concussions, Luke donated brain tissue to Boston University for research for Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE).  He had been working with Master Pest Control in Florida for the past two years. Luke is preceded …
SEE IT? (VIDEO): Fireball Dazzles New Jersey, East Coast SEE IT? (VIDEO): Fireball Dazzles New Jersey, East Coast SEE IT? (VIDEO): Fireball Dazzles New Jersey, East Coast
SEE IT? (Video): Fireball Dazzles New Jersey, East Coast Several people in New Jersey reported seeing a fireball that tore across the area Wednesday The American Meteor Society received more than 190 reports from Delaware, Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland and North Carolina between 6:35 a.m. and 6:45 a.m. The fireball was traveling from northeast to southwest and ended its flight somewhere in the Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Norfolk, V.A., the AMS said. News12's assistant news director, Jeremy Settle, posted a video of the alleged meteor darting across the sky in West New York. "A fireball is another term for a very bright meteor, gen…
Flu Kills Central Jersey Child Flu Kills Central Jersey Child Flu Kills Central Jersey Child
Flu Kills Central Jersey Child The first pediatric flu death in the state was reported out of Central Jersey. State officials did not release the age or gender of the child, who died last month, and urged others to get their flu shots. The latest data shows high flu activity across New Jersey. "The Department of Health also recommends that people take the necessary precautions during this flu season: wash or disinfect your hands frequently, cover any coughs and sneezes, stay home and call your health care provider if you are sick (especially with a fever)," a press release says.
Haledon Boy, 8, Who Died Of Asthma Hoped His Kidney Could Help 'Pop Pop' Live Haledon Boy, 8, Who Died Of Asthma Hoped His Kidney Could Help 'Pop Pop' Live Haledon Boy, 8, Who Died Of Asthma Hoped His Kidney Could Help 'Pop Pop' Live
Haledon Boy, 8, Who Died Of Asthma Hoped His Kidney Could Help 'Pop Pop' Live A Haledon family with a distinguished lineage of first responders is hoping the organs of an 8-year-old boy who died Monday night from complications of an asthma attack will help others live -- especially his grandfather. Caleb Van De Voort overheard his father and grandmother discussing an organ transplant for his maternal "pop pop," retired Haledon Police Chief Louis Mercuro, when he offered his own. Justin Van De Voort explained the process of organ donation to his son -- and, still, Caleb wanted to help.  If tests show a match, his kidney will help his grandfather live. "[Caleb] was …
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