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Bergenfield, NJ
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Boston Celtics Name Bergen County Runner, Paralyzed Boyfriend 'Heroes'
The Boston Celtics during Tuesday's game honored an Old Tappan athlete who pushed her paralyzed boyfriend 26 miles over the finish line at the Boston Marathon last month. Kaitlyn Kiely and her boyfriend Matt Wetherbee -- who was paralyzed from the shoulders down in a 2016 freak accident -- were honored as "Heroes Among Us" during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers (107-94, Celtics). Kiely, 30, a Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan graduate, promised Wetherbee that they would run the 26-mile race together. And they did. The "Heroes Among Us" program…
Saddle Brook-Elmwood Park, NJ
Breaking News
Fit Cops: Losing 100 Pounds Helped Saddle Brook Officer Find His Purpose
Graduating from the police academy in 2012 would be the first step Paterson native Rob Littlejohn, Jr. would take to better himself for his young and growing family. The next would be dropping nearly 100 pounds. Although doctors initially thought Littlejohn wouldn't even be able to complete the academy at 315 pounds, he did. And then went on to lose the weight and work for several local police agencies -- currently in his fourth year with Saddle Brook and sitting comfortably at 223 pounds. Littlejohn says leaving his dead-end job in banking and getting in shape has given him the life he's…
Hackensack, NJ
Breaking News
Hundreds Still Without Power In Bergen County
Thousands of Bergen and Passaic residents are still without power following Tuesday's storm that killed one person, downed wires and ignited fires. Orange and Rockland Utilities restored 40,000 customers since Tuesday and the vast majority remaining in the dark will have power by midnight Wednesday, the company said. According to the O&R outage map, hundreds of Bergen County customers remain without power in the following areas: Dumont/Closter: 300 Ramsey/Mahwah: 200 Pascack Valley: 100 PSE&G customers also remain without power in: Rutherford: 700 Waldwick: 650 Hawthorne: 390 Sa…
Paterson, NJ
Your Community
Shortway's Barn In Hawthorne Listed At $2.3M
Shortway's Barn in Hawthorne is on the market for $2.3 million. The landmark eatery opened in the 1930s by the Shortway family and has become home to many people. "An era gone by," the listing says. "The family is moving on and passing down this wonderful hometown restaurant/bar to some lucky entrepreneur." There always seems to be a crowd at the 28-seat horseshoe bar -- with additional seating around for 80 more. "Come and make this your 'CHEERS' in Hawthorne," the listing says.
Bergenfield, NJ
Your Community
Bergen County Rescue Dog Eases Pain Of Sexual Assault Victim, 20
Leaving the house and getting out of bed became difficult for Liz Mitchell two years ago when she became the victim of sexual assault. Things got easier last December, though, when she found Dani -- a four-year-old Bull Terrier mix with River Vale's Good Karma Dog Rescue who quickly eased her pain. "After the trauma it was very difficult for me to go outside and be in public," said Mitchell, 20, a junior at St. Joseph's University in Pennsylvania. "Wherever I am with her, I’m very comfortable by her side." ** ALSO SEE: Surrendered German Shepherd Puppy Needs Home ** …
Saddle Brook-Elmwood Park, NJ
On Your Side
Elmwood Park Kmart Closing This July
Elmwood Park's Kmart will be closing on July 28, store officials said. Hundreds of Kmart and Sears stores, owned by Sears Holdings Corporation, have closed across the U.S. in an effort to save cash. Just earlier this week, however, Sears Holdings' stock surged 10 percent after announcing it would be selling many of its assets (including the Kenmore brand).
Paterson, NJ
Breaking News
Woman's Body Found In Vacant Totowa Home
A woman's body was found inside of a vacant multi-family home in Totowa on Tuesday, authorities said. Police were called to the Totowa Road home just before 1:30 p.m. on reports of a strange odor, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Totowa Police Chief Robert Coyle. There is no indication that the death of the unidentified individual is suspicious, authorities said. The New Jersey Medical Examiner's Office, Totowa Police Department and Passaic County Prosecutor's Office are conducting an investigation. The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional informat…
Northern Valley, NJ
Obituaries
Beloved Northvale Diner Employee Henry Molina Dies, 28
Beloved Northvale Diner employee Henry Molina died this month. He was 28 years old. Born in El Salvador, he is the second of two sons -- a joyful and happy boy who always looked on the bright side of life. Well-known for working at the Northvale Diner, Henry was a hard worker and a caring person with whoever touched his life. FULL OBITUARY.
Ridgewood, NJ
Your Community
These Celebs Are Holding Book Signings In Ridgewood This Month
Bookends Book Store will be hosting several celebrities for promotions of their new books this month. Upcoming events include: Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Wednesday, May 16 at 6 p.m: Lawyer, Environmental Activist and Son of Bobby Kennedy, will sign his new book "American Values" Sterling Shepard: Saturday, May 19 at 1 p.m: New York Giant Wide Receiver, will sign his new book "The Adventures of Young Shep" Al Roker: Tuesday, May 22 at 6 p.m: The co-host of NBC's TODAY SHOW will sign his new book "Ruthless Tide" Retta: Wednesday, May 30 at 6 p.m: The comedian and st…
Bergenfield, NJ
Breaking News
Bergen County Church Won't Let Neighboring Seniors Use Handicapped Spots
A Franklin Avenue senior housing complex in Northvale has 29 units for veterans with special needs and only two handicapped parking spots. Saint Anthony's parish next door, however, has four handicapped spots. And church officials won't let the the Franklin Street Villa seniors use them, NorthJersey.com reports. Parking tickets have been issued. Cars have been towed. A letter to the Newark Diocese opining lack of "Christian charity" has been written, the article says. While the seniors feel the church has no right to ban them New Jersey State Police Lt. Theodore Schafer says &qu…
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