Bergen County News
By REBECCA GREENE
May 24, 2025
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ - The 43-year-old fire inspector for Elmwood Park was charged with “tampering of public records and falsifying of records associated with the Borough of Elmwood Park Fire Prevention Bureau,” according to the Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella.On April 16, Mark S. Hettinger of ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – The Hasbrouck Heights Land Use Board approved the application for a Starbucks Drive-Thru to be constructed on the site of the former Houlihan's on May 7th in the Council Chambers at Borough Hall.The application calls for tearing down the Houlihan's and replacing it with a ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — High school artists from across North Jersey submitted their art for a chance to have their work displayed in the U.S. Capitol for a year, and this past weekend, Congressman Josh Gottheimer hosted a showcase of their submissions at Two Bergen County Plaza.Student submissions to the ...
HACKENSACK, NJ - As part of a continuing effort to revitalize downtown Hackensack, the city has partnered with the county to redevelop the NJ Transit bus terminal.Starting construction this fall, the ‘Bergen Junction’ will be home to workforce housing for essential workers and veterans, a ...
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ - The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and Bergen County Sheriff’s Office are accepting applications for the Bergen County Youth Police Academy – Class #19.“Youth Academy is a unique opportunity for young people to focus on strengthening their life skills of self-respect, respect ...
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ --- Rutherford’s Grace Episcopal Church is pleased to announce its fourth annual outreach, “Grace's Closet” to area students who may want to attend prom this season, but who may be unable to afford their outfits. This event is open to all, regardless of town or county of ...
PARAMUS, NJ - It's the perfect time of year to run indoors, and the Garden State Plaza is racing to host the first-ever GSP Indoor 5K.On February 23, individuals can run, walk, or race through the Plaza whether they're a seasoned runner chasing a personal best or just looking for a fun, unique way ...
HACKENSACK, NJ - Figure skaters who trained at Hackensack Ice House are among the 67 who have died in the recent Washington, D.C. plane crash. All 67 bodies involved in the crash have been recovered, according to news reports today, February 5. The country and families are in mourning after an ...
PARAMUS, NJ - The news is traveling quickly as police department reports and social media are going crazy asking “did you feel it?”According to EarthQuakeTrack.com, the quake's epicenter is 1 kilometer from Paramus, or less than one mile.Reporting as of 2 p.m., Friday, January 24, 2025Paramus ...
PARAMUS, NJ - Did your house rumble just after 1 p.m. Friday? You're not losing it, and it likely wasn't ice melting off your roof, it was a 2.4 Earthquake, according to Earthquake Alerts @QuakesToday.2.4 magnitude earthquake 1 km from Paramus, New Jersey, United States35 minutes agoYour time: ...
PARAMUS, NJ - Between vendors selling a variety of household crafts, several food choices, ice skating and icey bumper cars, the Winter Wonderland at Van Saun Park has had a full slate of activities this holiday season.And now, it's post-holiday, but there's still time to grab some holiday fun at ...
HACKENSACK, NJ – It was business as usual as the Bergen County Board of Commissions reorganized on January 2 with three incumbents sworn-in.Officials swore-in two re-elected Commissioners, Tracy Silna Zur and Steven Tanelli, along with incumbent Sheriff Anthony Cureton. Official Bergen County ...
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – The New Orleans Saints' 14-11 victory over the Giants was only part of the story happening at MetLife Stadium during Week 14. New Orleans Interim Head Coach Darren Rizzi, a native of Hillsdale, and a Bergen Catholic alum, was joined on the field pre-game by friends, family and ...
PARAMUS, NJ – Ring in the holiday season this weekend at Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland, presented by Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, and County Executive Jim Tedesco, the County Board of Commissioners, and the County Parks Department.Come out Saturday, December 14, at 6 PM for the highly ...
PARAMUS, NJ – County Executive Jim Tedesco, the County Board of Commissioners, and the County Parks Department invite you to enjoy the second weekend of Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland, presented by Bergen New Bridge Medical Center. North Jersey’s premier destination for winter family fun is ...
PARAMUS, NJ – Tickets to Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland presented by Bergen New Medical Center are on sale at www.BergenCountyWinterWonderland.com, which was announced by Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, the Board of Commissioners, and the County Parks Department.Van Saun County Park hosts ...
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ - Prior to Thanksgiving, the Bergen County Office of Food Security, in partnership with the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, distributed 90,000 lbs of fresh produce to 40 food pantries across Bergen County to support their holiday food distributions. The participating pantries ...
PARAMUS, NJ – There's no place like Bergen County for the holidays, as the Bergen County Zoo and the annual Winter Wonderland festivities fill Van Saun County Park.“Van Saun County Park is once again transforming into North Jersey’s ultimate holiday destination, offering unforgettable experiences ...
PARK RIDGE, NJ– County Executive Jim Tedesco and members of the Board of Commissioners recently presented a ceremonial check for $60,011 from the Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund (OSTF) to Park Ridge Mayor Keith Misciagna and members of the borough council.The grant will support the installation ...
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ - A Wayne woman has been charged with a false public alarm after calling in a bomb threat to Holy Name Medical Center in Teaneck.Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella filed the charge against Adele Ulrich, 72. Ultimately, first responders determined the call was a hoax, and no ...
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ – Free music performance! “Bluegrass and Cider” at the Wortendyke Barn will feature four consummate bluegrass artists and longtime friends of this yearly Wortendyke Barn tradition: Kenny Kosek on fiddle; Barry Mitterhoff, mandolin; Joe Selly, guitar; and Terry McGill on banjo ...
PARAMUS, NJ – Free golf for veterans and active-duty service members is now available thanks to a special Bergen County program.All Bergen County veterans and active-duty service members can enjoy a free round of golf at any of the County’s six golf courses from Monday, November 11th to Friday, ...
SADDLE BROOK, NJ – Kern Park near Victor Field will be getting a makeover with Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund monies, according to the county executive.County Executive Jim Tedesco and members of the Board of Commissioners recently presented a ceremonial check for $138,808 from the Bergen ...
MAHWAH, NJ – County Executive Jim Tedesco, the Board of Commissioners, and the County Parks Department proudly announce that the 2024 summer swimming season at Darlington County Park was a record year for the popular summer destination.In total Darlington County Park saw a 70 percent increase in ...
RUTHERFORD, NJ – County Executive Jim Tedesco and members of the Board of Commissioners recently presented a ceremonial check for $146,685 from the Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund (OSTF) to Rutherford Mayor Frank Nunziato and members of the Borough Council. The funding will support the Memorial ...
LODI, NJ – Garibaldi Park just got a major shot in the arm with more than $121,000 of county open space funds to upgrade equipment and install veteran monuments.County Executive Jim Tedesco and members of the Board of Commissioners recently presented a ceremonial check for $121,142 from the Bergen ...
HACKENSACK, NJ – County Executive Jim Tedesco and members of the Board of Commissioners recently presented a ceremonial check for $197,153 from the Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund (OSTF) to Garfield Mayor Richard Rigoglioso, members of the City Council, and volunteers from the Garfield Little ...
HACKENSACK, NJ – Fall officially begins this weekend, and the county never misses an opportunity for a fun-filled festival! Beginning Friday, September 20 through Sunday, September 22, the county will host the Bergen County Fall Harvest Festival at Overpeck County Park, 199 Challenger Road, ...
PARAMUS, NJ – Bergen County seniors packed the park last week when the county held its annual Senior Festival at Van Saun Park.First hosted in 1967, there were 3,700 seniors this year who attended the September 12 festival, organized by the County’s Division of Senior Services under the Department ...
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ - The county executive is working on a plan to reduce fatal crashes and improve road safety, according to transportation authorities.County Executive Jim Tedesco is recommending residents take the following survey to direct how they will focus their safety efforts: ...