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Teaneck, NJ
Breaking News
Prosecutor: Teaneck Butcher Sexually Assaulted Child Multiple Times For 2 Years
A 28-year-old Teaneck butcher sexually assaulted a child multiple times over the course of two years, said authorities who arrested him. On Tuesday, Teaneck police received a report that Jairo Santos-Urena -- who works as a butcher -- engaged in sexual acts with a child under the age of 13 in the township several times between 2015 and 2017, Acting Bergen County Prosecutor Dennis Calo said. Santos-Urena was arrested Wednesday in Paramus and charged with one count each of sex assault by sexual contact and child endangerment. He is scheduled for a first appearance in Central J…
Rutherford, NJ
Breaking News
Video
: Route 3 Drivers Scramble For Bills That Flew Off Truck
Drivers risked it all Wednesday morning on Route 3 to grab what appeared to be money that flew off of an armored Brink's truck Wednesday. Police believe the armored car lost something on Berry's Creek Bridge on the westbound side of the highway. Photos and videos were posted to social media. Money grabBetsy Richards The incident caused delays on the highway during the morning commute.
Hackensack, NJ
Breaking News
Ex-Bergen County Man Charged In $900G Ponzi Scheme That Funded Amazon Purchases, Cars, Golf
A former Bergen County man was arrested in Kansas and charged with running a foreign currency Ponzi scheme in which he stole $900,000 from at least 20 investors to pay for a luxury car, jewelry and golf, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito announced. Thomas Lanzana, 51 formerly of Midland Park, was charged by complaint with one count each of wire fraud and commodities fraud, Carpenito said. He made an initial appearance Wednesday in federal court -- hours after his Park City, Kansas arrest. Lanzana -- who had been living in South Carolina -- in 2013 began convincing prospective clients to invest…
Lyndhurst, NJ
Your Community
'You Are Not Alone': Lyndhurst College Student Launches Revolutionary Mental Health Website
John Pitera of Lyndhurst believes everyone has a story that's meant to be told. For him, that story is his battle with depression and his weight as a teenager, which resulted in feelings of loneliness and isolation. At the time, he had nowhere to share his struggles. Things turned around for Pitera, but the Montclair State University sophomore knows that's not the case for everyone. That's why Pitera and his business partner Chris Santos formerly of Ramsey have are launching a new online platform called "Storytellers" set to go live in Spring 2019, aimed at connecting people feeling a…
Hackensack, NJ
Weather
Storm To Dust North Jersey With Snow Before Turning To Rain
A fast-moving storm is expected to bring a dusting of snow to parts of New Jersey Thursday morning before turning to rain in the afternoon and evening. Bergen County will see approximately one inch of snow, and northern-most parts of Passaic County between two and three inches, according to the National Weather Service. A chance of light rain during the evening commute can't be ruled out before 10 p.m., the NWS said. Temperatures will be in the high-30s. Friday will be mostly cloudy with a chance of rain after 3 p.m., the NWS said.
Paterson, NJ
Obituaries
Community Rallies For Clifton Brothers Mourning Dad John Liguori, 44
The community is coming together in support of a pair of Clifton brothers mourning the recent loss of their father, John Liguori. John, a Belleville native, died Dec. 3 at 44 years old. More than $300 had been raised on a GoFundMe as of Wednesday night for Andrew and Thomas Liguori. John was a Clifton High School graduate (Class of 1992) and went on to graduate from Berkeley College. He worked as a lab technician with Bio Reference Laboratories of Elmwood Park and was an avid fan of the New York Yankees. John was predeceased by his father, John Liguori in 1985. In addition t…
Paramus, NJ
Breaking News
Update
: Clogged Toilet Caused HazMat Response At Garden State Plaza, Police Say
An attempt to unclog a toilet at the Garden State Plaza sent one person to the hospital for chemical exposure Wednesday, authorities said. The shopper was transported after a mall maintenance worker and plumber poured two different types of chemicals down the same drain causing a hazardous condition, local police said. Paramus police, firefighters and EMS responded along with a Bergen County hazardous materials team on reports of fumes in the food court -- which was evacuated as a precautionary measure at approximately 9:30 p.m. "The dining terrace at Westfield Garden State Plaza was evacu…
Bergenfield, NJ
Breaking News
Runaway New Milford Girl, 16, Found In Teaneck
A 16-year-old New Milford girl who went missing over the weekend was found in Teaneck Wednesday, authorities said. Cynthia Frank was found at Holy Name Medical Center, New Milford Police Detective Kevin Van Saders said. "She has been found and she's safe," the detective said.
Northern Valley, NJ
Obituaries
Victoria Papalambros, 20 Of Old Tappan, Remembered For Her Smile, Compassion
Victoria "Vicky" Amanda Papalambros of Old Tappan died Saturday, Dec. 1. She was 20 years old. "Victoria’s smile illuminated a room. Her laugh echoed," her obituary says. "She was compassionate, loving and sympathetic to all people she encountered. "She loved children and would take the time to play and read to them." Condolences poured in remembering Victoria for her warmth and fierce loyalty. "When life felt so wrong, you were always still right to me," her friend Stefanie wrote on her obituary. "I will never forget how sweet and generous you were to the whole world. You wi…
Hackensack, NJ
On Your Side
Bride, Groom Name North Jersey Gym After Secret To Staying Fit
A soon-to-be-married North Jersey couple is opening a brand new fitness center in West Milford. Justin Florio and Allison Barrett, who will tie the knot in February 2019, have opened Patience & Consistency (P&C) in the Newfoundland section of the township on Route 23. The studio, at the former home of Signs for Today, offers a wealth of exercise machines and stations along with personal training, group exercise and other classes. Florio and Barrett share a goal of instilling and creating healthy lifestyles for their clients -- comprised mostly of nearby residents. They have a comb…
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