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Bergenfield, NJ
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New Milford Artist's Advice For Graduates: Have Confidence In Yourself
NEW MILFORD, N.J. — Jessica Day of New Milford was always told that making art alone wouldn't be enough to support her. She was told that if she wanted to make money, then she would need to pursue a conventional career. A desk job. A 9-to-5. But that, too, wasn't enough for Day, 30. Although it took her many years to strike the perfect balance, Day — who works in public relations and marketing by day and a fine artist at night — feels she's finally found her footing. She's hoping that her story will inspire others, particularly high schoolers, who are trying to figure out their futures. …
Paterson, NJ
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Clifton's Joe's Crab Shack Files For Bankruptcy
CLIFTON, N.J. — Joe's Crab Shack, which has a location in Clifton, has filed for bankruptcy, according to a recent statement from Ignite Restaurant Group, owner of the Joe’s Crab Shack and Brick House. Tavern + Tap brands, announced that it has entered into an agreement with an affiliate of Kelly Companies, a San Diego based private equity firm, pursuant to which it would sell both of its brands for a cash bid offer. In order to facilitate the sale, Ignite and certain of its subsidiaries have filed voluntary petitions for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the U.…
Hackensack, NJ
Breaking News
New Law Means Shorter Lines At New Jersey MVC Offices
The good news is that lines are looking a whole lot shorter at Motor Vehicle Commission centers in New Jersey. The bad? Drivers have work to do every fourth birthday. On Friday, Gov. Chris Christie signed bipartisan measure S-2564 to have driver's licenses and ID cards expire every fourth birthday. Under former law, driver’s licenses expired every four years on the last day of the calendar month in which the license was issued. Bergen and Passaic counties have MVC offices in: Lodi Oakland Paramus (inspection) Wallington Paterson Wayne “The last-minute rush at the end of the month is ove…
Fair Lawn-Glen Rock, NJ
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Happy Birthday To Fair Lawn's Sacir Hot
FAIR LAWN, N.J. -- Happy birthday to pro soccer player Sacir Hot, who played for Fair Lawn High School. He will turn 26 on Saturday, June 10. Hot was born in Wayne. He's a first-generation American whose parents immigrated from Montenegro in the '80s. He's of Bosniak and Albanian descent. After excelling in soccer in high school, he played for the New York Red Bulls Academy while attending Boston College. He then played a year with the New York Red Bulls, but was then waived in 2012. In 2013, he played for Hessen Kassel, a German club. He also played for the United States Under-18 and Under…
Paramus, NJ
Breaking News
Former Paramus Catholic Football Player Found Dead
PARAMUS, N.J. — Dyshawn Simpkins, formerly a football player at Paramus Catholic High School, and another man were killed in East Orange early Friday morning, NorthJersey.com reports. Simpkins, 19 of Newark, was found unresponsive with gunshot wounds in a car just before 12:30 a.m., the article says. His former coach, Dan DeCongilio, posted a tweet in his memory: "My prayers and thoughts are with Dyshawn's family. You will be missed big guy. It was a blessing that our paths crossed in life." CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY.
Paterson, NJ
Breaking News
Paterson Teen Critical After Being Body-Slammed
PATERSON, N.J. — A Paterson teen is in critical condition after being body-slammed by another teen visiting from Florida Thursday, NorthJersey.com reports. The attacker was charged with aggravated assault and endangering an injured victim, the article says. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY.
Bergenfield, NJ
Obituaries
Gabriel Antonio Rovetto Of Dumont, 23, Dies
DUMONT, N.J. — Gabriel Antonio Rovetto of Dumont died on Saturday, June 3. He was 23 years old. More than $13,800 had been raised as of Friday morning on a GoFundMe launched to help his family cover funeral expenses. Loved ones and acquaintances alike left heartfelt messages for Rovetto on his Facebook wall, many referencing his love for Pink Floyd. "I'm at a loss for words right now. I know how much you love Floyd like I do so this is for you Gabe," said one friend, who included a link to "Wish You Were Here." "You have such a bright soul," another longtime …
Teaneck, NJ
Obituaries
Late Garden State Plaza Shooter's Teaneck Brother Dies, 27
TEANECK, N.J. — The brother of the accused Garden State Plaza shooter who turned the gun on himself in 2013 died on Saturday, June 3. Kevin Shoop, 27, is remembered as a charismatic inspiration on a GoFundMe site recently launched to support his family. His brother, Richard Shoop, was a pizza deliveryman who in November 2013 went on a rampage at the Garden State Plaza with a rifle similar to an AK-47. He left behind a note at his parents’ home that “suggested that something was going to happen — that he was either going to be arrested and go to jail or die,” former Bergen County Prosecutor…
Garfield-Lodi, NJ
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Happy Birthday To Garfield's Dick Vitale
GARFIELD, N.J. -- Happy birthday to legendary sports broadcaster Dick Vitale, who coached basketball in local schools before moving on to higher-level coaching and broadcasting. He'll turn 78 on Friday, June 9. Vitale was born in Passaic. Locally, he coached at a Garfield elementary school before moving on to Garfield High School for one season. He then coached at his alma mater, East Rutherford High School, for seven seasons. He coached college basketball at Rutgers and the University of Detroit, as well, before coaching the Detroit Pistons for one full season and a bit of another. Vitale …
Wyckoff-Franklin Lakes, NJ
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School Nurses Revive Indian Hills Freshman With No Pulse
OAKLAND, N.J. — School nurses were able to revive an Indian High School freshman who lost his pulse during gym class, NorthJersey.com reports. The nurses used an Automatic External Defibrillator before the student was transported by medics to an area hospital, the article says. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY.
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