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Hackensack, NJ
Breaking News
Alyssa's Law: Panic Alarms May Go In New Jersey Schools
A proposed bill to install panic alarms and red emergency lights in New Jersey schools honors former Woodcliff Lake teen Alyssa Alhadeff who died in the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland, Fla. The bill (A-764) was passed Monday by the Assembly Education Committee in Trenton. "Alyssa's Law" requires all public elementary and secondary schools be equipped with a panic alarm for use in a school security emergencies including evacuations, lockdowns or active shooter situations. The alarm would be an addition to existing security systems. A gr…
Hackensack, NJ
Breaking News
Authorities Investigate Robo Calls To Hackensack Fire Department
Authorities are investigating a series of ongoing robo calls that have recently been placed to the Hackensack Fire Department, fire officials said. For the last three days, the calls have been coming in on the basic 10-digit line but are not affecting the department's responses or operations, Hackensack Fire Captain Justin Derevyanik said. "The 911 system is fully operational and all residents are reminded 911 is the primary number to call for fire, police, and medical emergencies," he said. The Hackensack Police Department and Bergen County Prosecutor's Office are conducting a …
Paterson, NJ
On Your Side
Sam's Bagel & Deli Closes Wayne Store
After more than two decades in business, Sam's Bagel & Deli has closed up shop in Wayne, store employees confirmed. The shop's West Caldwell location remains open. The Hamburg Turnpike bagel shop and deli was owned by Stephen Hudes, who died in 2011. His wife Sue took over as the owner.
Hackensack, NJ
Your Community
Bergen County Puppy Found In Georgia Dumpster Needs Home
A mixed-breed puppy currently with Animals R Us rescue in Lodi needs a home after she was discovered with her littermates in a dumpster in rural Georgia. Roxy -- a lab-pitbull mix -- like most puppies is friendly, playful, and affectionate. She has been well-socialized with other dogs and would do equally well in a home with children. Complete the online application here to be considered an adopter.
Bergenfield, NJ
Your Community
Ramadan At Work In Bergen County Means No Food, No Coffee, Just Faith
Ayesha Yousuf of Paramus hasn't had food or water since sunrise. She will spend her day preparing meals for others in a hot kitchen, on her feet -- unable to eat the food or drink the liquid that she will be serving customers at Phat Platters on Route 17 all day. The 20-year-old will do this for 29 more days because today, Thursday, is the first day of Ramadan. The 30-day holiday in the ninth month of the Islamic calendar commemorates the first revelation of the Quran to Muhammad. Two important factors are fasting and charity work. Yousuf says the first few days of Ramadan are the most di…
Bergenfield, NJ
Your Community
Boston Celtics Name Bergen County Runner, Paralyzed Boyfriend 'Heroes'
The Boston Celtics during Tuesday's game honored an Old Tappan athlete who pushed her paralyzed boyfriend 26 miles over the finish line at the Boston Marathon last month. Kaitlyn Kiely and her boyfriend Matt Wetherbee -- who was paralyzed from the shoulders down in a 2016 freak accident -- were honored as "Heroes Among Us" during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers (107-94, Celtics). Kiely, 30, a Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan graduate, promised Wetherbee that they would run the 26-mile race together. And they did. The "Heroes Among Us" program…
Saddle Brook-Elmwood Park, NJ
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Fit Cops: Losing 100 Pounds Helped Saddle Brook Officer Find His Purpose
Graduating from the police academy in 2012 would be the first step Paterson native Rob Littlejohn, Jr. would take to better himself for his young and growing family. The next would be dropping nearly 100 pounds. Although doctors initially thought Littlejohn wouldn't even be able to complete the academy at 315 pounds, he did. And then went on to lose the weight and work for several local police agencies -- currently in his fourth year with Saddle Brook and sitting comfortably at 223 pounds. Littlejohn says leaving his dead-end job in banking and getting in shape has given him the life he's…
Hackensack, NJ
Breaking News
Hundreds Still Without Power In Bergen County
Thousands of Bergen and Passaic residents are still without power following Tuesday's storm that killed one person, downed wires and ignited fires. Orange and Rockland Utilities restored 40,000 customers since Tuesday and the vast majority remaining in the dark will have power by midnight Wednesday, the company said. According to the O&R outage map, hundreds of Bergen County customers remain without power in the following areas: Dumont/Closter: 300 Ramsey/Mahwah: 200 Pascack Valley: 100 PSE&G customers also remain without power in: Rutherford: 700 Waldwick: 650 Hawthorne: 390 Sa…
Paterson, NJ
Your Community
Shortway's Barn In Hawthorne Listed At $2.3M
Shortway's Barn in Hawthorne is on the market for $2.3 million. The landmark eatery opened in the 1930s by the Shortway family and has become home to many people. "An era gone by," the listing says. "The family is moving on and passing down this wonderful hometown restaurant/bar to some lucky entrepreneur." There always seems to be a crowd at the 28-seat horseshoe bar -- with additional seating around for 80 more. "Come and make this your 'CHEERS' in Hawthorne," the listing says.
Bergenfield, NJ
Your Community
Bergen County Rescue Dog Eases Pain Of Sexual Assault Victim, 20
Leaving the house and getting out of bed became difficult for Liz Mitchell two years ago when she became the victim of sexual assault. Things got easier last December, though, when she found Dani -- a four-year-old Bull Terrier mix with River Vale's Good Karma Dog Rescue who quickly eased her pain. "After the trauma it was very difficult for me to go outside and be in public," said Mitchell, 20, a junior at St. Joseph's University in Pennsylvania. "Wherever I am with her, I’m very comfortable by her side." ** ALSO SEE: Surrendered German Shepherd Puppy Needs Home ** …
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