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Responders put out fire at Marcal Paper Plant in Elmwood ParkThe Bergen Record18 HOURS AGO
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'She Was A Survivor:' Loved Ones Mourn Loss Of Woman, 32, Killed By Train In GarfieldDaily Voice19 HOURS AGO
P.F. Chang's restaurant at Hackensack mall closed by city's fire department. What we knowThe Bergen Record15 HOURS AGO
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Firefighters battle fire at Marcal Paper plant in NJ
ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. (PIX11) – Firefighters battled a fire at the Marcal Paper plant in Elmwood Park, New Jersey, Friday afternoon. Multiple fire departments in the area responded to the blaze around 12:45 p.m. Firefighters battled the fire in the basement of the paper plant and brought it under control, officials said. Fire officials said […]
Flood advisory affecting Bergen and Passaic counties Saturday morning
The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory at 5:30 a.m. on Saturday in effect until 7:30 a.m. for Bergen and Passaic counties. The weather service describes, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas," explains the weather service....
Bergen County Zoo announces extended summer hours, ticket prices
Late summer hours at the Bergen County Zoological Park, with the Paramus zoo open every Wednesday for those wanting to beat the heat and visit later in the day. Throughout July and August, the site at Van Saun County Park will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with the last entry allowed at 6:30 p.m. The train and carousel will also be open for extended hours, with last rides at 6:45 p.m.
Strong thunderstorms moving into North Jersey, flood advisory issued
Strong thunderstorms are expected to impact parts of North Jersey on Friday evening. The National Weather Service has issued "special weather statement" that the storms could hit Bergen, Passaic and Essex counties in New Jersey, as well as counties over the New York border. At 7:45 p.m., "doppler radar was...
Did you miss the July 4th fireworks? There's still time to catch some this weekend
Have you missed the Fourth of July fireworks? Or maybe you want to see more. You're in luck as these municipalities will continue the fun this weekend and beyond. Here is a list of fireworks displays scheduled for this weekend in North Jersey:. Bergen County. East Rutherford: Saturday is Fan...
North Jersey faces poor air quality and an impending heat advisory Friday morning
After a night of Independence Day celebrations, some parts of North Jersey were dealing with poor or even unhealthy air quality levels Friday morning. As of 10 a.m. Friday morning, parts of Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Morris counties were labeled either unhealthy or unhealthy for sensitive groups, per the Air Quality Index (AQI). By 11:30 a.m., most of the region was back down to a moderate AQI.
Wrong-way crash on Garden State Parkway leaves 2 dead, 1 injured in Paramus, NJ
A wrong-way crash on the Garden State Parkway in Bergen County has left two people dead and one hospitalized.It happened just before 2:30 a.m. Friday at milepost 163.4 in Paramus.State Police say a Honda sedan was traveling north in the southbound lanes when it collided head-on with a Toyota SUV.Both drivers were killed. A 20-year-old passenger in the Toyota was taken to an area hospital with injuries described as moderate.Police identified the driver of the Toyota as 55-year-old Sunday T. Ogundare and the driver of the Honda as 38-year-old Diana J. Cruz. Both were from Newark."I spoke with...
Tara Setmayer: 7 Things to Know About the Political Commentator
Tara Setmayer is a well-respected lawyer and political commentator, who has been a contributor on America’s top news channels, as well as a political appointee. With her insightful commentary and political analysis, Setmayer has become a prominent voice in the media landscape. Setmayer’s in-depth knowledge of politics and ability to articulate complex issues have earned her recognition and respect from audiences across the political spectrum.
The National Hip-Hop Museum To Induct Method Man & Redman, The Sequence, Soul Sonic Force And More
Washington D.C.'s National Hip-Hop Museum will induct Redman & Method Man, The Lords of The Underground, The Sequence, and The Soul Sonic Force on August 31 at Historic Hinchcliffe Stadium in Paterson, New Jersey. The induction ceremony is sponsored in conjunction with the Puerto Rock Steady Music Festival which will be hosted by D-Stroy, MC Sha Rock, and comedian Russell Peters.
Paterson Police Investigating Friday Morning Shooting
PATERSON, NJ - A Passaic man that showed up at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center for treatment of a non-fatal gunshot wound early Friday morning was struck by gunfire in the area of Park Avenue and East 18th Street, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Paterson Police Department Officer-In- Charge Isa Abbassi announced. The incident remains under investigation. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about this incident to contact them on their tips line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or to contact the Paterson Police Shooting Investigation Unit at 973-321-1342. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Meet the Fair Lawn Green Team and Grab a Slice at Memorial Pavilion
FAIR LAWN, NJ - Nothing greener than pizza, or at least a slice with your favorite Green Team members. Fair Lawn's Green Team is hosting "Pizza at the Pavilion" on July 24 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Memorial Park Pavilion.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER You will find more information and the QR code to sign up on the flyer. The Green Team asks those interested to sign up by July 20 so they can get an idea of how many pizzas to order. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
The Valley Hospital Among the First to Use New Imaging Technology
PARAMUS, NJ, July 2, 2024 – The Valley Hospital is pleased to announce the installation and use of two Naeotom Alpha? with Quantum Technology computed tomography (CT) scanners. The Naeotom Alpha is the first photon-counting CT and is manufactured by Siemens Healthineers. The Valley Hospital is one of the...
'She Was A Survivor:' Loved Ones Mourn Loss Of Woman, 32, Killed By Train In Garfield
She was a two-time liver transplant recipient. She was nine months sober. The 32-year-old Wallington resident had a new boyfriend, Richard Black, and the two were in love. But on Wednesday, July 3, Tara died by suicide, throwing herself in front of a train near the Plauderville Station in Garfield, behind her boyfriend's home, loved ones and NJ Transit officials tell Daily Voice.
P.F. Chang's restaurant at Hackensack mall closed by city's fire department. What we know
The P.F. Chang's China Bistro restaurant at the Shops at Riverside Mall has been shut down by the Hackensack Fire Department. The "Order to Vacate" notice posted on the restaurant door is dated July 2 and states: "The building is declared unsafe for human occupancy. No individual is to occupy this building until the structure is rendered safe and secure."
K9 Detects Out Suspect Hiding On Playground Following BMW Pursuit-crash On Parkway In Paramus: Cops
According to Paramus Police Chief Robert Guidetti, Slavko Bajovic from the Paramus Office noticed a white BMW X4 driving recklessly on Route 17 north near Midland Avenue at approximately 8:25 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2. According to Guidetti, a registration check revealed that the BMW had been stolen from Montgomery,...
New Jersey lawmakers look for new ways to handle unruly crowds, public brawls
TRENTON, N.J. — Lawmakers have introduced a package of bills aiming to crack down on unruly gatherings — and even hit some parents of juvenile offenders with fines — after police say a community event in South Jersey devolved into chaos. A group of hundreds descended on Gloucester Township Day, derailing the annual festivities with […] The post New Jersey lawmakers look for new ways to handle unruly crowds, public brawls appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
Paramus Police to Hold 'Night Out' Event
PARAMUS, NJ - In what has become a mid-summer tradition, borough police are hosting "Paramus' Night Out" on Tuesday, August 6. The event, which takes place behind the library, 116 East Century Road from 5-7 p.m., includes police vehicles, emergency service vehicles, information tables from local and area groups, live music, children's activities, free hot dogs, and a helicopter landing, among other activities.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "National Night Out culminates annually on the first Tuesday in August," according to natw.org. "National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances. The state of Texas and select areas celebrate the first Tuesday in October." For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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