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8 N.J. parents groups labeled ‘anti-government’ on new list by hate watchdog organization
Eight New Jersey parents groups are on the Southern Poverty Law Center’s new listing of anti-government organizations. The parents groups — the New Jersey Project, New Jersey Parents Involved in Education, and six county chapters of Moms for Liberty — were listed in an annual report released last week by the civil rights organization, which tracks extremist organizations.
Passaic County Dealer Receives Over 10 Years in Prison for Drug and Firearm Charges
NEWARK, NJ—Jessie Mayfield, a 61-year-old resident of Paterson, New Jersey, has been sentenced to 125 months in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to drug trafficking and firearm possession.…
North Carolina Man Arrested in Paterson Custody Dispute, Child Reunited with Mother
PATERSON, NJ – A North Carolina man was arrested on June 7 for interference with custody, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes, Paterson Police Department Officer-In-Charge Isa Abbassi, and United States Marshal Juan Mattos announced. According to a statement, on May 28, members of the Paterson Police Department were dispatched to the area of East 27th Street and 21st Ave on a report of a custody dispute. A Paterson resident reported that the father of her 10-month-old daughter had not returned the child to her on May 26, pursuant to their court-ordered visitation agreement. On June 5, after an investigation by the Paterson Police Department and the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, a warrant was issued for Anthony Smith’s arrest.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER On June 7, members of the United States Marshals Service apprehended Smith in North Carolina. The child was found in good health and was reunited with her mother. Smith is pending extradition to New Jersey. Smith could face up to 10 years in prison if found guilty. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Paterson ranking cops have tapped a new union leader. Who is Christopher Benevento?
PATERSON — Mason Maher, the unsuccessful GOP candidate for Passaic County Sheriff in 2022, was defeated Friday in his bid for reelection as president of the union for Paterson’s ranking police officers. Maher, who had held the Superior Officers Association leadership post for more than a decide, finished third in a three-man contest...
Passaic County softball all-stars, 2024
Check out the full first and second All-Passaic County softball teams, as well as honorable mentions, for the 2024 season as chosen by the county’s coaches. NOTE: These are the coach-selected teams. NJ.com had no input in the selections. First Team. Hope Sullivan, DePaul, Jr. Taylor Levedag, DePaul, Jr.
3 N.J. men sentenced in homemade gun sale operation
Three men who ran a homemade gun sale operation have been sentenced to federal prison. The trio participated in the manufacturing and selling of personally made firearms or “ghost guns,” which took place in Hudson and Passaic counties, officials said. Corey Jenkins Jr., 31, of Paterson, was sentenced...
N.J. Catholic school can’t be saved: School dating back to 1959 will close after fundraising effort
A long-shot fundraising drive to save a Catholic elementary school in Passaic County that is closing after 65 years is being called off, according to the organizer. Parents were stunned in mid-May when church officials announced that Immaculate Heart of Mary School in Wayne, which opened in 1959, would shut down at the conclusion of the 2023-24 school year.
See all homes sold in Passaic County, June 3 to June 9
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Passaic County reported from June 3 to June 9. There were 46 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,936-square-foot home on Judith Place in Wayne that sold for $590,000. Bloomingdale.
Feds: Trio Who Trafficked Ghost Guns Through Hudson, Passaic Sentenced To 4-To-6 Years
Ex-con Corey Jenkins Jr., 31, and Savion Clyburn, 21, both of Paterson, and Richard Mullane, 27, of Bayonne, were among the members of the D.I.Y. network that operated largely in both cities, U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Philip R. Sellinger said. They were targeted in an investigation in which the...
Discovering Woodland Park: Picturesque Routes for a Serene Drive
Nestled in the heart of Passaic County, New Jersey, Woodland Park offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its scenic landscapes, charming neighborhoods, and rich history, Woodland Park is the perfect destination for a leisurely drive that promises breathtaking views and serene surroundings. In this guide, we’ll take you on a journey through some of Woodland Park’s most picturesque routes, where you can immerse yourself in nature, discover hidden gems, and unwind amidst the beauty of this idyllic town.
Feds drop charges against NJ businessman who sold Chinese equipment to Passaic County
PATERSON — Federal authorities have dismissed criminal charges against the owner of a Lyndhurst security company that sold about $13 million in cameras and other equipment to the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office. Officials did not reveal why they dropped the charges, which had accused Tamer Zakhary of selling...
2 girls airlifted to hospitals after bus crashes into tree in New Jersey
WEST MILFORD, N.J. -- Two girls had to be airlifted to local hospitals after a tour bus hit a large tree in New Jersey on Tuesday.A day of fun came to a halt when a bus from Monsey Tours of Brooklyn crashed into a downed tree on East Shore Road, south of the Storms Island Road intersection, in Passaic County. "The tree was about six to eight feet off the ground, and that tree, the branches, they were cut but it was still on a power line," West Milford resident Anton David said.Police say one of the branches from the tree...
See the most expensive homes sold in each North Jersey county in May
An $8 million stone mansion with 18,000-square-feet of living space, an expansive estate on more than 24 farm-assessed acres and a rowhouse-style home in a historic neighborhood were among the priciest properties to sell in North Jersey in May. And, while housing inventory remained relatively consistent in North Jersey last...
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