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Hackensack, NJ
Your Community
Hackensack Mom Seeks Handicap Accessible Van For Quadriplegic Daughter
HACKENSACK, N.J. — Ashley Jefferson of Hackensack is 25 years old and is a quadriplegic. She is battling chronic epilepsy disorder and cerebral palsy. She has endured multiple hospitalizations, surgeries and, despite the challenges she faces, is still smiling. Jefferson's mom, Tremaine Watkins, is hoping that she can soon provide her daughter with a handicapped-accessible van. More than $1,000 had been raised as of Thursday afternoon on a GoFundMe for Jefferson. Nearly $35,000 is needed. "Although her quality of life has been taken away, I am trying to improve her day to day daily a…
Ridgefield Park-Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Breaking News
Ex-Firefighter Sues Hasbrouck Heights
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, N.J. — A former Hasbrouck Heights firefighter and mechanic has filed a lawsuit against the borough saying he was unfairly removed and fired for misconduct, NorthJersey.com reports. Peter Kolodziej said in a suit filed last week that he was denied meeting minutes from a closed session regarding his work in Hasbrouck Heights and the charges he faced, the article says. He was relieved of his duties in April as a department mechanic and firefighter, NorthJersey.com says. CLICK HERE FOR MORE.
Garfield-Lodi, NJ
Obituaries
Remembering Jennah, Mariah: Services Set For Route 4 Rollover Crash Victims
GARFIELD, N.J. — Funeral arrangements have been made for the two Garfield women killed in last weekend's Route 4 rollover crash. Visitation for Jennah Mae DiSclafani, 19, was scheduled for Wednesday. Her funeral was held Thursday morning at the Aloia Funeral Home in Garfield. Visitation for Mariah Gomez, 20, will be on Friday at the Funeraria Alvarez in Passaic from 6 to 9 p.m. Cremation is scheduled at the East Ridgelawn Crematory in Clifton.
Garfield-Lodi, NJ
Breaking News
Lodi Police Warn Of Possible Coyote Sighting
LODI, N.J. — The Lodi police have received several calls from residents saying they saw a coyote or other large animal in the northeast section of town. The animal was spotted near Trudy Drive on Wednesday. Police urge residents not to approach the animal and to call the department so it can coordinate with NJ Fish & Game for assistance.
Paterson, NJ
Breaking News
Major Detours Ahead In Wayne For Rumble Strip Installation
PASSAIC COUNTY, N.J. — Several Passaic County streets will be closed beginning Sept. 6, as rumble strip installation begins. The project will move rapidly and alternating traffic patterns will be established. This is a two-phase project with each phase lasting one week, the second week starting two weeks after completion of the first. Rain delays can be expected. See schedule below: West Milford Oak Ridge Road & Union Valley Road – 9/6 Lakeside Ave, Marshall Hill Rd & Macopin Rd – 9/7 Hamburg Tpk & Echo Lake Rd – 9/8 Greenwood Lake Tpk – 9/8 9/11 Bloomingdale Macopin R…
Englewood, NJ
Your Community
Englewood School Put Graduates At Risk For Fraud, Report Says
ENGLEWOOD, N.J. — Officials at Englewood's Dwight Morrow High School are facing legal woes after an investigation found several New Jersey laws were broken, NorthJersey.com reports. The report was issued in July following an investigation by the New Jersey Department of Education’s Office of Fiscal Accountability and Compliance, the article says. More than 2,000 credit card changes that allegedly put students at risk for fraud, and improprieties in the district's recording of transcripts were cause for the investigation, NorthJersey.com says. Click here for the full story.
West Milford, NJ
Breaking News
Two Pompton Lakes Families Displaced Following House Fires
POMPTON LAKES, N.J. — Two Pompton Lakes families were displaced without injury following house fires Wednesday. The structure fire began on one house and affected the adjacent one, firefighters said. "One of the saddest times of being a fireman is seeing the loss of residents' homes and possessions," the department said. Mutual aid came from Riverdale, Pompton Plains, Wanaque, Wayne, Bloomingdale, Ringwood, and the PLRFAS.
Ridgewood, NJ
Breaking News
Avoid This Street Driving Through Ridgewood Thursday
RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — E. Ridgewood Avenue will be closed Thursday until 5 p.m. in both directions. The intersection of Pleasant Avenue will also be closed due to the PSE&G gas line construction project. Detours will be in place. Expect delays if traveling through the area.
Pascack Valley, NJ
Breaking News
Authorities Respond To Late Night Van Entrapment In Woodcliff Lake
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. — The Woodcliff Lake Fire Department assisted with the landing of a Medivac in response to a late-night crash Wednesday on the Garden State Parkway. Injuries were not released as of Thursday morning. The helicopter landed at the Old Mill Baseball Complex nearby to assist with entrapment in the red van pictured above. The highway has been reopened.
Northern Highlands, NJ
Your Community
Bergen County Bellhop Competing On 'Survivor'
NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J.— A lifelong "Survivor" fan from North Arlington will be competing on the show this season for the "Heroes Vs. Healers Vs. Hustlers." Ryan Ulrich, 23, says he's wanted to play since he was six years old. "It's much more than a game to me, it's a passion, I obsess over it," he said. "Life does not give you many opportunities to test yourself like Survivor is designed to." The bellhop has held internships with both houses of Congress and the British Consulate. He aspires to attend law school. Ulrich feels his ability to get along…
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