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Lyndhurst, NJ
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: North Jersey 'Superman' Competes On Food Network Show
Bergen County native Robbie DeRaffele's kitchen skills aren't exactly heroic. The Hackensack models works in Times Square as Superman by day and wants to learn to cook so the kitchen is no longer his kryptonite. The Paramus native has set fires in the kitchen and even gave himself salmonella poisoning from eating his own undercooked eggs. He believes culinary boot camp will help him become the best version of himself. DeRaffele will be transformed by chefs Robert Irvine and Anne Burrell on the show, airing at 9 p.m. on Aug. 12, on Food Network.
Mahwah-Ramsey, NJ
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Miraculous Recovery: Bergen County Teen Shatters Spine In Beach Dive Gone Wrong
"One day at a time." That's been the mantra for the Stewart family of Mahwah since late July, when 17-year-old Christian Stewart survived a near-fatal dive into shallow water at the Jersey Shore. More than $58,000 had been raised for the Don Bosco student -- set to start at Villanova in the fall -- on a GoFundMe page as of Friday evening. "If you know Christian, you know how much he lights up the room," the page's founder Tim Meaney said. "He's a terrific kid, a gentle soul, a great athlete, an amazing friend, and a beloved son." Late last month, the teen d…
Mahwah-Ramsey, NJ
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Hero Teen Who Died In Attempted Ramapo Lake Rescue Had Bright Future Ahead
Matthew Poole had a bright future ahead. Poole sacrificed it all in a courageous attempt to save fellow 17-year-old Livingston High School senior Isabella Brodsky when she was overcome by the tumultuous waters of Ramapo Lake during Tuesday's rainstorm. Both died. More than $33,000 had been raised as of Thursday morning for Poole's family on a GoFundMe page, where the teen is being hailed a hero for his act of bravery. He and Brodsky were mourned during a vigil outside the school Wednesday night. "Matt was a great friend and an overall outstanding person," Allison Foster wrote.…
West Milford, NJ
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Good Luck Two Times Over: Wanaque Man Claims Winning Lottery Ticket
Bernie Szilagyi of Wanaque had some anxious moments when he almost missed out on purchasing his usual Jersey Cash 5 tickets. The cash register at Wine 2 Spirits wasn't working properly. Luckily for Szilagyi, the clerk quickly fixed the issue and he was able to pick up five Quick Pick Jersey Cash 5 tickets that ultimately made him a New Jersey Lottery winner. That night in March, Szilagyi tucked the tickets away in the back of his wallet for safe keeping and carried on with his weekend, forgetting to check the tickets after the drawing. A few days later, he stopped back into his local reta…
Fair Lawn-Glen Rock, NJ
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Fair Lawn Man Wins Porsche At New York Casino
A North Jersey man was the lucky winner of a brand new Porsche Boxster after a trip to a New York casino last month. Sumeet G. of Fair Lawn chose a $65,000 cash option instead, though, boosting his bankroll. Each runner up received $1,000.
Paterson, NJ
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Taut Bodies, Shiny Trophies? Nice, But Not What Hawthorne Fitness Coach Is Really After
Hawthorne bodybuilding coach Guy Del Corso has too many success stories to put a number on. He's turned hopeless amateurs into thriving professionals and transformed terminal cancer patients into champion athletes. He even gave last year's Ms. Olympia the single piece of advice that changed the trajectory of her stunning career. The taut bodies and shiny trophies, however, are not all that the 62-year-old is after. That, he says, is more than skin-deep. "The most fulfilling thing is not about winning," said Del Corso, a retired champion bodybuilder and Mr. New Jersey 1988. "…
Cliffside Park-Edgewater, NJ
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: John Brennan Of Edgewater, 23, Was 'Genuine, Talented Pianist, Friend To All'
John Patrick Brennan of Edgewater died on Saturday, July 28. He was 23 years old. Born to Joseph and Mayda Brennan, John attended the Eleanor Van Gelder Elementary School and Leonia Middle School. He graduated from Leonia High School and attended classes at Bergen Community College. The Fairview resident was remembered as kind and caring with a kindred sprit and a passion for cars. He loved snowboarding, wakeboarding, skateboarding -- almost anything using a board. He also enjoyed playing piano. He was a good friend to many and deeply loved by his family. Condolences poured in. "You …
Northern Highlands, NJ
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Cannabis-Derived Oil Works Wonders For Waldwick Toddler, Mom Says
No grass beneath her feet. No shoes either. No loud or sudden noises and minimal stimulation. This was only the beginning of an extensive list of triggers that Waldwick's Chiara Agudelo says sent her 3-year-old daughter, Audrey, into full-blown panic attacks. Agudelo has tried of variety of therapies over the years to address her daughter's sensory processing disorder. In May, she turned to cannabidiol (CBD) oil, an extract from the marijuana plant. "Audrey has been doing phenomenally," the happy mother said. "She lets me brush her hair and braid it. She wants to put shoes o…
Hackensack, NJ
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These North Jersey Schools Have The Best Teachers In State, Report Says
School may be out for the summer, but Niche.com is still giving credit where credit is due: Teachers. The website recently released its list of the schools with the best teachers in New Jersey, among them several in Bergen and Passaic counties. ** ALSO SEE: These North Jersey Schools Are Among Best In State ** 1. Little Falls School No. 1 (best public middle school teachers)/Little Falls School No. 2 (best public elementary school teachers) 7. Wandell School, Saddle River (best public elementary school teachers) 10. Emil A. Cavallini School, Upper Saddle River (best public middle school t…
Northern Valley, NJ
Obituaries
Haworth Councilman Anthony Volpe Dies -- 'He Made His Mark... A Deep And Generous One'
Haworth Councilman Anthony Volpe died surrounded by his family on Aug. 3 following a heroic battle with cancer. He was 50. Anthony was responsible for the expansion of the Haworth Library, donating thousands of dollars-worth of work on the new foundation and groundwork. "And that’s just one of the ways he showed his love for this town," borough librarian Beth Potter said. "He made his mark.... a very deep and generous one." Born in Teaneck, Anthony was an honors graduate from Fordham University with a degree in business. He was the sole proprietor of Volpe Custom Home…
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