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Gym Teacher Twice Caught Masturbating In Wanaque Parking Lots Has License Revoked Gym Teacher Twice Caught Masturbating In Wanaque Parking Lots Has License Revoked Gym Teacher Twice Caught Masturbating In Wanaque Parking Lots Has License Revoked
Gym Teacher Twice Caught Masturbating In Wanaque Parking Lots Has License Revoked A gym teacher accused of masturbating in Wanaque parking lots twice had his license revoked by state education officials.  John McCabe, 39, was observed pleasuring himself in a parking lot in July 2015. A woman reported the incident to police, who used surveillance to identify his car.  Two weeks later, officers found McCabe's car outside of a CVS store -- where stood with "his hand in his pants manipulating his penis," state documents say. McCabe was convicted of a disorderly person's offense after being charged with lewdness in March 2016. He was hired that year by Wallkil…
Closter School Principal Dies Of Heart Attack: 'He Succeeded Immensely As Educator' Closter School Principal Dies Of Heart Attack: 'He Succeeded Immensely As Educator' Closter School Principal Dies Of Heart Attack: 'He Succeeded Immensely As Educator'
Closter School Principal Dies Of Heart Attack: 'He Succeeded Immensely As Educator' Closter's Hillside School principal Alfred F. Baffa died Tuesday after suffering a heart attack. He was 61 years old. The Hillside and Tenakill schools will be closed Monday in his memory. Colleagues, students and loved ones remember Baffa for his "gentle soul" and "kind heart." Dozens of stories recalling acts of kindness -- both in and out of the schools -- poured in. "I worked with Mr. Baffa as a paraprofessional and a substitute teacher," Mariana Marinich wrote. "He was the best boss I have ever had. My kids and I remember his kindness, his soft tone of voice, his wit, h…
Body Of Former Lyndhurst HS Teacher Recovered In Tennessee Plane Crash Body Of Former Lyndhurst HS Teacher Recovered In Tennessee Plane Crash Body Of Former Lyndhurst HS Teacher Recovered In Tennessee Plane Crash
Body Of Former Lyndhurst HS Teacher Recovered In Tennessee Plane Crash The body of a former Lyndhurst High School teacher was among two recovered in a small plane crash in Tennessee. Lynda Vartan Marinello, formerly of East Rutherford, died after the plane crashed into the Tennessee River Monday, authorities said. The plane was found 35 feet down the river, near where witnesses reported seeing it hit the water, local police said. The other victim was identified as retired U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Frank Davey, also a teacher, whom Lynda met while working at a Tennessee high school. Marinello's sister, Michelle Vartan Novis, announced Marinello's death on Faceb…
New Restaurant Openings, Closings In Bergen County New Restaurant Openings, Closings In Bergen County New Restaurant Openings, Closings In Bergen County
New Restaurant Openings, Closings In Bergen County Out with the old, in with the new. Here are the most recent restaurant openings and closings in Bergen County.  CLOSED: Carlo's Bakery, Ridgewood: Buddy Valestro of "Cake Boss" has closed his Ridgewood and Morristown locations. The leases were up and the company chose not to renew, a spokeswoman told NJ.com. Carlo's Bake ShopCarlo's Bake Shop Falafull, Fair Lawn: This popular NYC falafel food truck opened a store in Fair Lawn. The eatery offers falafel sandwiches, chicken wings, chopped salad, smoothies, fries, soups, tacos and more. Located at 14-25 Plaza Road, Fair Lawn. Falafull…
Paramus Shopping Center Home To H-Mart, DSW Sold To Investment Group Paramus Shopping Center Home To H-Mart, DSW Sold To Investment Group Paramus Shopping Center Home To H-Mart, DSW Sold To Investment Group
Paramus Shopping Center Home To H-Mart, DSW Sold To Investment Group A Paramus shopping center home to H Mart, DSW and PetSmart has been purchased by a real estate investment group. "Paramus Junction" -- directly across from the Garden State Plaza on Route 17 -- last month sold to Deka Immobilien GmBH from Invesco Real Estate and Advance Realty, NorthJersey.com reports. The sale was arranged by arranged by Cushman & Wakefield, who did not disclose the price. The 75,000-square-foot property was last sold in 2015 for $24.7 million. The property's assessed value increased from $22.59 million to $23.13 million after minor renovations, Paramu…
Tenafly Police Officer Finds Crossing Guard's Missing Engagement Diamond From Late Husband Tenafly Police Officer Finds Crossing Guard's Missing Engagement Diamond From Late Husband Tenafly Police Officer Finds Crossing Guard's Missing Engagement Diamond From Late Husband
Tenafly Police Officer Finds Crossing Guard's Missing Engagement Diamond From Late Husband At some point Tuesday, Tenafly crossing guard Kathy Iannantuano noticed the diamond on her engagement ring had gone missing. The diamond ring -- given to her 52 years ago when her husband proposed -- became extra special to her after he passed away. Devastated and holding back tears, the Riveredge Road and Jefferson Avenue guard, with help from her son, searched the area after school to no avail. They assumed the diamond was gone forever.  "Well, the Tenafly Police Department doesn't 'assume' anything," the department wrote on its page.  "Back-up was called in and an organi…
REPORT: Bergen County Restaurants Ranked Among Most Expensive In New Jersey REPORT: Bergen County Restaurants Ranked Among Most Expensive In New Jersey REPORT: Bergen County Restaurants Ranked Among Most Expensive In New Jersey
Report: Bergen County Restaurants Ranked Among Most Expensive In New Jersey Filet mignon. Crab meat cocktails. Lots and lots of wine. That's what's on the menu at the most expensive restaurants in Bergen County. According to a list published in NJ.com, several area restaurants account for the priciest meals in New Jersey. The media outlet found the average prices at every restaurants and then the total price for two appetizers, two entrees, two drinks and a dessert. The following restaurants had the highest totals of the 27 on the list (figures represent dinner for two) 22. The Saddle River Inn, $149 17. The River Palm Terrace, Edgewater, Fair Lawn and Mahw…
Shocking Lottery Win Is Dream Come True For Passaic County Couple Shocking Lottery Win Is Dream Come True For Passaic County Couple Shocking Lottery Win Is Dream Come True For Passaic County Couple
Shocking Lottery Win Is Dream Come True For Passaic County Couple New Jersey Lottery's crossword scratch-off games have long been a favorite for "Mr. Isam." He's won several prizes playing them -- sometimes $50 and $100 -- and knew he may get lucky again. And recently, he did, winning $50,000. Isam purchased a $5 Super Crossword scratch-off ticket from his usual spot, 7-Eleven on Main Avenue in Clifton, and thought he had won $50. “Please cash my $50 ticket so I can buy my coffee," he told the cashier. The retailer, however, replied that he wouldn't be able to because Isam won $50,000. Isam's jaw dropped. He was in a state of shock and couldn't believe …
Video: See It? Fireball Dazzles New York, East Coast Video: See It? Fireball Dazzles New York, East Coast Video: See It? Fireball Dazzles New York, East Coast
Video: See It? Fireball Dazzles New York, East Coast Several people in New York reported seeing a fireball that tore across the area Wednesday The American Meteor Society received more than 190 reports from Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland and North Carolina between 6:35 a.m. and 6:45 a.m. The fireball was traveling from northeast to southwest and ended its flight somewhere in the Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Norfolk, V.A., the AMS said. News12's assistant news director, Jeremy Settle, posted a video of the alleged meteor darting across the sky in West New York. "A fireball is another term for a very bright meteor, gen…
'I Love You Papou': Grandson's Touching Tribute Honors Late Lyndhurst Diner Owner 'I Love You Papou': Grandson's Touching Tribute Honors Late Lyndhurst Diner Owner 'I Love You Papou': Grandson's Touching Tribute Honors Late Lyndhurst Diner Owner
'I Love You Papou': Grandson's Touching Tribute Honors Late Lyndhurst Diner Owner He had an unmistakable, booming voice. A magnetic and kind personality. An innate ability to make everyone feel at home. This is how longtime Lyndhurst Diner owner John Sakellaris, who died Tuesday after 48 years at the helm, is being remembered. If you didn't know Sakalleris, a touching tribute penned by his grandson -- Emanuel Logothetis -- might make you feel like you did. Or at least, wish that you did. Logothetis, who spent nearly every weekend of his childhood at the Eagle Street diner with his grandfather, published the tribute to Facebook, where it garnered hundreds of li…
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