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Update: The heat advisory is forecast to expire at 8 p.m.
The advisory was for Passaic, Hudson, Bergen, Essex and Union counties. "Temperatures have fallen below Heat Advisory criteria and the Heat Advisory will be allowed to expire," states the National Weather Service. Weather service Heat wave safety tips: Stay safe with these recommendations. Stay hydrated: Remember to drink plenty of...
'Vampire facials' and Botox: NJ spa to pay $10K for practicing without license
The businesses are advertised as "med spas" that offer a number of anti-aging treatments including injections of Botox, blood or other substances to cut down on wrinkles and strengthen skin tone. The problem is you need a medical license to do this in New Jersey. And some providers have none.
N.J. fire chief dies at 110. This was his touching final wish.
Vincent Dransfield was so famously resilient that when he passed away at home in Passaic County, three months after celebrating his 110th birthday, it came as a surprise. “It was very unexpected,” said his granddaughter, Erica Lista. Even among world’s few hundred supercentenarians, the term for those 110 or...
Long-serving N.J. fire chief dies at 110
LITTLE FALLS, N.J. — Vincent Dransfield was so famously resilient that when he passed away at home in Passaic County, three months after celebrating his 110th birthday, it came as a surprise. “It was very unexpected,” said his granddaughter, Erica Lista. Even among the world’s few hundred supercentenarians,...
Air quality alert for 5 N.J. counties Tuesday
An air quality alert was issued in effect until 11 p.m. for Passaic, Hudson, Bergen, Essex and Union counties. "The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued an Air Quality Action Day for the following counties: Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex, Union until 11 p.m. this evening. An Air Quality Action Day means that Ground Level Ozone within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards," says the National Weather Service.
NJ Fire Chief Dies at 110. This Was His Touching Final Wish.
Vincent Dransfield was so famously resilient that when he passed away at home in Passaic County, three months after celebrating his 110th birthday, it came as a surprise. “It was very unexpected,” said his granddaughter, Erica Lista. Even among world’s few hundred supercentenarians, the term for those 110 or...
NJ lottery player wins $644,454 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot. Here's where ticket was sold
A trip to the liquor store turned into a big payday for one lucky Passaic County lottery player on Wednesday. A $644,454 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot winning ticket was sold at at Henry’s Liquors on Van Houten Avenue in Clifton, the New Jersey Lottery announced Thursday. The retailer will receive a $2,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
Former Singac, NJ, Fire Chief Dies at 110; Final Wish Fulfilled
Vincent Dransfield was so famously resilient that when he passed away at home in Passaic County, three months after celebrating his 110th birthday, it came as a surprise. “It was very unexpected,” said his granddaughter, Erica Lista. Even among world’s few hundred supercentenarians, the term for those 110 or...
Upgrades to Passaic County Tech Could Add Parking Garage to Help Keep Students from Parking on Wayne Streets
WAYNE, NJ – Architect Steven M. Coppa, of Coppa Montalbano Architects, was in front of the Wayne Planning Board for a capital review recently. He was representing the Passaic County Vocational and Technical Schools (Passaic Tech) and discussing possible plans to add a new athletic facility and a parking garage on the campus of the school, among other upgrades. According to Coppa, Passaic Tech “has over 500,000 square feet of space and 5,000 students,” making it the largest high school in New Jersey. “That’s why we need the parking," he said.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE...
Update: Heat advisory for 5 N.J. counties until Wednesday evening
The National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory at 5:51 a.m. on Wednesday in effect until 8 p.m. for Passaic, Hudson, Bergen, Essex and Union counties. The weather service adds, "Heat index values up to 102 degrees." "Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses," adds the weather...
See all homes sold in Passaic County, July 1 to July 7
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Passaic County reported from July 1 to July 7. There were 51 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,176-square-foot home on Black Rock Terrace in Ringwood that sold for $550,000.
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