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Paramus, NJ
Obituaries
Former Bergen Catholic Football Player Andrew Hazuda Dies, 27
Wayne native Andrew Hazuda died on July 29 after a long illness. He was 27 years old. Andrew had lived most of his life in North Haledon and was a graduate of Manchester Regional High School. There, he served as captain of the baseball team and a member of the football team. He also played football for Bergen Catholic High School. Visitation is Thursday, Aug. 2 from 4 to 8 p.m at the Browning-Forshay Funeral Home. Andrew is survived by his parents, Paul and Christine Hazuda; and his sister, Sara Paige Hazuda. CLICK HERE to donate to Andrew's funeral fund.
Hackensack, NJ
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New Rankings: These North Jersey Schools Are Among Best In State
New Jersey is home to some of the nation’s finest schools -- but which high schools are at the top the list? Niche on Wednesday released its 2019 rankings, which are “based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents using data from the U.S. Department of Education.” Using a weighted scale including academic grades (60 percent), teacher’s grades (10 percent), culture and diversity (10 percent), parent-student surveys (10 percent) and other factors, Niche determined the top high schools throughout the country. "The 2019 Best Public High Scho…
Paterson, NJ
Obituaries
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: Clients Remember Clifton Makeup Artist As 'Beautiful, Inside And Out'
To those who knew Evelyn Abanto, there's no wonder why she pursued a career in cosmetics: "She was a beautiful person inside and out," said multiple people expressing condolences. Evelyn died peacefully surrounded by family on July 26, following a battle with stomach cancer. She was 41 years old. "She was so kind and praying for my health," said Jennifer Puch. "I'm sad to hear this news but happy to know she is no longer suffering." Evelyn was Celenia Mercado's "go-to" makeup artist and helped beautify her for her wedding. "Words cannot descr…
Hackensack, NJ
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Thousands Pour In For Family Of Bergen County DPW Worker Killed In Tree Removal Accident
A hard worker, a loving father and a loyal friend. This is how Hackensack's Thomas "Tommy" Epper was remembered. The 48-year-old was killed removing a tree for the Bergen County DPW in Saddle River on July 26, leaving behind his wife, two kids, beloved colleagues and countless friends. More than $2,100 had been raised for him as of Wednesday morning on a GoFundMe -- just as he was being laid to rest. Funds will go toward helping his wife Kathryn R. Epper (nee Hodge), and children Jared Hodge and Thomas Epper of Hackensack. "Tommy was a great presence in our parks," his…
Paterson, NJ
Breaking News
The World Is Brighter With Passaic County Detective's Apparel Line
Make a shirt, make a difference. That's been the guiding principle for Luis Delossantos, a detective in Passaic County, since last September when he launched his apparel line, "LeoCivvies." Although the U.S. Navy veteran says helping others is one of his inherent traits, the launch of the company allows for greater impact. LeoCivvies -- "law enforcement + civilian" -- not only offers customized T-shirts at competitive rates, and donates proceeds to national and local organizations, but bridges the gap between police officers and civilians with watches, T-shirts, hats an…
Hackensack, NJ
Obituaries
Funeral Services Set For Bergen County DPW Worker Who Died In Tree Accident
Funeral arrangements for Thomas "Tommy" Epper of Hackenasck have been set. The 48-year-old Bergen County DPW worker died on Thursday, July 26 while removing a Saddle River tree. A funeral service will be Aug. 1 at 11:30 a.m., at the Gentile Funeral Home, followed by burial at Hackensack Cemetery. "Tommy was a great presence in our parks," his colleagues from the Ridgewood Duck Pond said. "To say he will be missed is a understatement." Epper worked as an assistant supervisor of heavy equipment operators for the Bergen County Department of Public Works. He w…
Garfield-Lodi, NJ
Breaking News
Welcome To The Second Summer Of Hell: North Jersey Bus Routes To Change For 2.5 Years
New Jersey commuters have just less than three weeks before the state's transportation department begins its next construction project -- making your already hellish commute even worse. The fateful day is Aug. 17, which marks the beginning of a two and-a-half year rehabilitation project for Route 495 Bridge over routes 1 and 9 and Paterson Plank Road in North Bergen, Department of Transportation officials announced. On Aug, 10, the 31st Street ramp from Kennedy Boulevard to Route 495 will close. You can expect severe congestion and detours -- lots and lots of detours. Below are the impact…
Hackensack, NJ
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Bergen County Supermarket Sells Winning Lottery Ticket
A Bergen County supermarket was one of two locations that sold winning lottery tickets worth $50,000. The New Jersey Lottery tickets -- sold at Food Bazaar in Fairview and P & P Food Mart in Jersey City -- matched four of the five white balls and the Powerball drawn for the Saturday, July 28 drawing. The winning numbers were: 22, 27, 46, 56 and 65. The Red Power Ball number was 13. The Multiplier number was 02. The Powerball jackpot rolls to $187,000,000 for the next drawing to be held Wednesday, Aug. 1st at 10:59 p.m.
Pascack Valley, NJ
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Community Rallies For Montvale Landscaper, College Student With Rare Brain Tumor
Chris DeBlasio of Montvale had been working as a landscaper out of River Edge in between college semesters at NJIT when the unthinkable happened: The 22-year-old began losing his sight and hearing. Rushed to the hospital, DeBlasio, a rising senior, was diagnosed with a build up of the cerebral spinal fluid in the cavities of the brain -- the cause, a tumor. More than $8,200 had been raised for the Paramus Catholic graduate on a GoFundMe page as of Sunday evening. The tumor, known as an intracranial germinoma, is an extremely rare build-up of germ cells in the pineal region of the brain, t…
Teaneck, NJ
Breaking News
'It's The Pain Inside That's Unbearable': Teaneck Survivor Of Horrific Crash Announces Lawsuit
Mary Ballocanag of Teaneck escaped a horrific accident that killed her husband and four daughters earlier this month with a laundry list of broken bones. The 53-year-old is almost certain those will heal. It's the pain inside, however, that likely won't. Ballocanag emphasized that on Friday, when she announced plans to sue Alvin S. Hubbard Jr., the driver whose truck crashed into her family's minivan, and his company. "The physical is nothing," said Ballocanag in her wheelchair. "It's the pain inside that's unbearable." Ballocanag's attorney maintained that's where t…
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