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Hackensack, NJ

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Hackensack High Grad's App Lets Bergen County Users Buy Booze From Home HACKENSACK, N.J. — Bergen County residents will soon be able to have booze delivered to their door, thanks to Hackensack High School graduate Bryan Vargas. The app — LiqCures — that allows users to connect to the nearest liquor stores for delivery or pick up. "I'm just an avid wine drinker and I wanted something better," Vargas, 24 of Teaneck, told Daily Voice. He thought of the concept in July, when he and his girlfriend both wanted a bottle, but were too lazy to go get it themselves. After some research, he found that his concept had already been out there in larger cities, bu…

by Cecilia Levine

10/31/2017

Paramus, NJ

Your Community

Diane Keaton Coming To Paramus PARAMUS, N.J. — Oscar-winning actress and director Diane Keaton will be in Paramus next week for a book signing. Keaton will be at the Barnes and Noble on Route 17, Nov 4, promoting her new book, "The House that Pinterest Built." The style guide is an inspirational tome, and a how-to volume on creating one's home, defining what home and house mean to Keaton. The book includes photos from Keaton's past homes as well as those she admires. CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.

by Cecilia Levine

10/31/2017

Hackensack, NJ

Your Community

Report: Passaic County Hospitals Need Safety Improvements, Bergen's Don't The Leapfrog Group has released the Fall 2017 hospital grades, with nearly 50 percent of those in New Jersey earning an "A." Some in Passaic County earned a "C" and could improve in preventing infections, the report says. The survey measures nurse effectiveness, mistakes and if patients leave sicker than they arrive. New Jersey is ranked 11th in the U.S., an improvement from April when it was 15th. Here are how hospitals in Bergen and Passaic scored: Englewood Hospital: A Holy Name Medical Center: A HUMC in Hackensack: A The Valley Hospital: A HUMC at Pascack Valley:…

by Cecilia Levine

10/31/2017

Paterson, NJ

Your Community

Wayne Football Teams Had Epic Response To Vandalized Boulder WAYNE, N.J. — The pen proved to be mightier than the sword for the Wayne Hills football teams on Saturday. The sacred and usually-maroon rock that sits in the corner of their field was a painted light blue — the school color of Wayne Valley High, NorthJersey.com reports. Parents and coaches were disappointed by their rivals' alleged actions, but instead chose to fight back courageously, the article says. "We fear no spear or paint," the teams wrote on the rock. "Prepared to defend, ready to repeat." CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY.

by Cecilia Levine

10/30/2017

Northern Highlands, NJ

Your Community

The Results Are In! Waldwick Haunted House Voted Best In Bergen, Passaic We asked, you answered. Among the many houses decked out for Halloween, Dennis Morton's Waldwick home is the best in Bergen and Passaic counties, Daily Voice readers say. Morton's West Prospect Street home earned 44 percent of votes. Runners up were: Mahwah, Ackerson Family, 33 percent New Milford, Nightmare on River Road, 18 percent Hackensack, Halloween on Poplar, 6 percent CLICK HERE FOR MORE ON MORTON'S HOUSE.

by Cecilia Levine

10/30/2017

Cliffside Park-Edgewater, NJ

Your Community

Puppies, Anyone? Cliffside Park Rescue Saves 16 Dogs From Death Row CLIFFSIDE PARK, N.J. — Bergen County Protect and Rescue of Cliffside Park recently saved 16 dogs from a high-kill shelter. The dogs were set to be euthanized as of 8:30 a.m., Monday morning. With help from a rescue partner, the organization was able to transport the dogs from Virginia, in time to give them a second chance. Among the dogs rescued were five puppies and their mother. All 16 dogs require intensive vetting. Click HERE for more photos and contact BCPR for more information.

by Cecilia Levine

10/30/2017

Hackensack, NJ

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14,000-Square-Foot Gym Under Way At Hackensack's M&M Building HACKENSACK, N.J. -- A groundbreaking ceremony was held over the weekend for the long-awaited renovation to the Hackensack Recreation Center, commonly known as the M&M Building, located at 116 Holt St. Once completed, the center will include a 14,000-square-foot multi-purpose gym — twice as large as the old gym — featuring a full-sized court and 400 seats. The new gym will be built on what is currently a grass field. Hackensack Mayor John Labrosse, Deputy Mayor Kathy Canestrino, Deputy Mayor David Sims, Councilman Leonardo Battaglia and Councilwoman Stephanie Von Rudenborg were all in …

by Cecilia Levine

10/30/2017

Ridgewood, NJ

Weather

Storm Leaves Thousands Without Power In New Jersey HACKENSACK, N.J. — More than 14,000 people lost power in New Jersey, mostly in Morris County, but 6,000 had it restored by 10 p.m., Sunday, NorthJersey.com reports. A large tree that fell onto a Hackensack house on Maple Hill Drive was only one of the many calls that firefighters responded to Sunday night and early Monday morning. Members of the Hackensack Fire Department's third platoon responded to multiple fire alarms, wires down, and hazardous conditions. There's still more to come. Winds could reach up to 50 mph before decreasing midday Monday, according to the National Weather Serv…

by Cecilia Levine

10/30/2017

Teaneck, NJ

Obituaries

Support Surges For Teaneck Soldier Following 6-Year-Old Son's Death TEANECK, N.J. — Support came flowing in for a soldier in the New Jersey National Guard currently serving in Teaneck, after he lost his 6-year-old son following a battle with sickle cell anemia last week. Alex Jaylen "AJ" Romulus, who died suddenly on Oct. 26 surrounded by family. Debbie Brouwer of Clifton, a nurse and member of AJ's healthcare team, has helped raise more than $2,700 as of Monday morning on a GoFundMe page honoring his life. He was diagnosed with sickle cell anemia at 8 weeks old, and courageously fought battle after battle ever since. AJ is survived by his paren…

by Cecilia Levine

10/30/2017

Bergenfield, NJ

Obituaries

Anthony John Loonam Of New Milford Dies, 20 NEW MILFORD, N.J. — Anthony John "AJ" Loonam of New Milford died suddenly on Thursday, Oct. 26. He was 20 years old. AJ was a student at Montclair State University. He is survived by his parents, Joseph Patrick Loonam and Danielle (nee Papa) Loonam; grandparents, Roseann Assissi and John and Kay Papa; siblings Alyssa and Zachary; aunts, uncles, cousins; and girlfriend, Jenna Bullaro. Click HERE for service details.

by Cecilia Levine

10/28/2017

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