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Mahwah-Ramsey, NJ
Your Community
Move To Recall Mahwah Mayor Fueled By Memory Of Deceased DPW Chief
Amid intense acrimony over state charges of discrimination and nasty political bickering in Mahwah, a group of volunteers gathered and delivered 5,000 signatures -- over 800 more than they needed -- seeking a November vote to recall Mayor William Laforet. The Committee to Recall Mayor Laforet says it had an even higher calling than the latest headlines: Committee leader Melanie Sue said the recall was initiated mostly to honor the legacy of deceased DPW Director Ed Sinclair, NJ.com reports. Laforet suspended Sinclair from his post after claiming that child pornography was found on his compu…
Fairfield, CT
Obituaries
Fairfield's Bobby Chizmazia, 24, Remembered As 'Kind, Beautiful Star'
Bobby Chizmazia of Bridgeport and formerly Fairfield died on June 24. The 24-year-old was remembered fondly by those who knew him -- and those who didn't. Many people left condolences for the family on a GoFundMe for Chizmazia's burial, which had raised more than $3,000 as of Wednesday evening. "Didn't know Bobby as well as I should have, but every-time I saw him so was kind and full of energy," said Griffin Cummings. "My heart and thoughts go out to Bobby and his family." "Bobby, you were a beautiful star on Earth and definitely in your parent's eyes," Lyn…
Rutherford, NJ
Obituaries
East Rutherford Councilman's Death Leaves Vacancy On Election Slate
East Rutherford Councilman George Perry, 67, died of natural Wednesday morning during a bid for re-election, Mayor James Cassella announced. The East Rutherford Republican County Committee will submit the names of three prospective nominees to fill his vacancy for the rest of his term, NorthJersey.com reports. Perry's death also leaves a vacancy ahead of the November election. Perry was remembered by Cassella as a "dedicated servant" with the recreation department and then the Council. Dozens of people left their condolences on social media, noting the longtime councilman was a &…
Hackensack, NJ
Breaking News
Update
: Hackensack Man Kills Himself Near Riverbank
UPDATE: An elderly Hackensack man sitting above the Hackensack River pulled out a gun, shot himself in the head and then fell to the embankment below early Thursday afternoon, authorities said. The Anderson Street bridge into Teaneck was temporarily closed while authorities recovered the body. Two people who called police told the responding officer that "they had seen an elderly male attempting to climb over a bridge guardrail," Capt. Peter Busciglio said. "They offered him help [and] he refused. "On their way back over the bridge, the same two parties observed the vi…
Hackensack, NJ
Your Community
Video
: Noches De Colombia Erupts In Euphoric World Cup Celebration
Hackensack's Noches de Colombia erupted in a joyous celebration Thursday as Colombia beat Senegal, advancing to the next round of the World Cup. The Main Street restaurant was packed wall-to-wall with patrons who exploded every so often as their team got closer to a goal. In the 74th minute, it finally came bringing the final score to 1-0. "It's a big deal for us," said Noches' manager Alejandro Munez, 28. "We put a lot of time in soccer. It's a passion we have. It's the only thing that represents us here." The restaurant was nearly twice as packed Sunday, when Colombi…
Hackensack, NJ
Your Community
Urgent
: Hackensack Dad Seeks Hispanic Bone Marrow, Stem Cell Donor
A national search is being conducted for a local dad and patient in HackensackUMC's John Theurer Cancer Center in need of a stem cell/bone marrow donor. A stay-at-home father to a nine-year-old son, Merlo Weiss, 45, is fighting acute myeloid leukemia (AML). He is searching for a Hispanic donor because matches are associated with ancestry. To help his mission, his husband David has teamed up with the Gift of Life Marrow Registry and they are conducting an urgent national search for Merlo’s donor. More than 190 donors have enlisted and over $11,000 have been raised, but time is running out…
Wyckoff-Franklin Lakes, NJ
On Your Side
Wyckoff's The Plum And The Pear Shuts Its Doors
The Plum and the Pear in Wyckoff has shut its doors. Owner George Kalivas said in a statement that running the American restaurant along with his Italian eatery Circolo in Waldwick became "impossible." He also said his wife and managing partner at Circolo has been ill and his brother, the manager at The Plum and the Pear, had been looking to retire. "Being a chef and restauranteur is my life’s work and aside from family, my greatest joy," Kalivas said. "It has been with great pleasure to have been given the opportunity to serve and get to know each and every one …
Hackensack, NJ
On Your Side
Eat While You Shop At Hackensack's New 99 Ranch Market
99 Ranch Market is officially open in Hackensack. The Hackensack Avenue supermarket was buzzing with shoppers Wednesday, most eating as they shopped. In addition to the many free sample stations, 99 Ranch Market gives shoppers many opportunities to eat as they go. The seafood department, for example, complete with several types of live fish, crabs, snails, clams -- offers free steam and fry options. Just pick a fish, crab or lobster, choose an option and take a ticket. Eat your food as you shop or take it home to enjoy. The grocer also offers several hot food sections: A buffet filled wit…
Englewood, NJ
Your Community
Tonight
: Don't Miss Englewood Fireworks, July 4 Celebration
Tonight's the night in Englewood. The 2018 Independence Day celebration will be from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, on the Dwight Morrow High School lawn. Rain date is June 28. The celebration will include food, live music, inflatables and a fireworks show. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FIREWORKS DISPLAYS.
Bergenfield, NJ
Your Community
Dumont Food Store Sells Winning Lottery Ticket
A Dumont food store sold a winning New Jersey Lottery ticket from the June 23 drawing. The ticket -- a $66,107 Jersey Cash 5 jackpot -- was sold at Krauszer's Food Store on Grant Avenue. The winning numbers were: 20, 23, 29, 35 and 37 and the XTRA number was: 04. The store will receive a bonus check of $2,000.
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