TOP LOCAL News
By FAITH BALLANTINE-ARMONAITIS
August 31, 2025
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - The Hasbrouck Heights Junior Police Academy graduated its 24th class, which provides recruits a week-long inside look at careers in law enforcement.The Junior Police Academy was held the first week of summer vacation. The week-long program was led by members of the Hasbrouck ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – The Hasbrouck Heights boys soccer team will enter the 2025 season relying on a veteran defense as they switch divisions in the NJIC. The Aviators, longtime residents of the Meadowlands Division, are moving to the Patriot Division, which will provide a step-up in competition ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The City of Asbury Park has been named the Best Small Beach Town in the United States for 2025 by Travel + Leisure, a recognition that underscores the city’s transformation into a destination where coastal charm meets cultural vibrancy.The announcement, published in an August 15 ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ - A goal late in the game broke a scoreless tie to give the Wood-Ridge boys soccer team the win over Ridgefield Park on Friday morning at the Wood-Ridge Athletic Complex. The winning goal came with about 10 minutes left in the game when Luka Kljajic scored on an assist from Aidan ...
PATERSON, NJ - Francisco Martinez, 33, of Hasbrouck Heights, has been sentenced to 15 years in New Jersey State Prison for his role in the 2021 stabbing death of Johnny Jimenez, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes announced. Under the terms of the plea agreement, Martinez must serve 85% of his ...
PARAMUS, NJ – The well-renowned American Dream Mall is being sued by the Borough of Paramus, noting violations of Bergen County’s Blue Laws.The laws, dating back to the 17th century, restrict shoppers from purchasing non-essential items on Sundays, such as clothing, furniture, appliances and ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ – The Andrew Carbone era of Wood-Ridge football started with a lopsided 38-0 win over Lodi in the season opener for both teams on Thursday evening at Donna Ricker Field in Wood-Ridge.“A lot of emotions,” Carbone said after the game. "I think a lot of our guys did a lot of good ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - Hasbrouck Heights football team fell to Wallkill Valley in overtime in the season opener in Week 0 at Depken Field. The game was the second in the doubleheader of the inaugural Nick Delcalzo Aviator Kickoff Classic. Kittatinny defeated Saddle Brook, 22-13, in the opening ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ – There is a lot of change for the Wood-Ridge boys soccer team upcoming for 2025. A new coach. A new divisional schedule. Plenty of new faces.Gone are the top two goalscorers from a year ago, seniors Anthony Cala (22 goals) and Steven Turi (8 goals). Gone as well are their ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ - The Wood-Ridge Little League Softball All-Stars 12U team finished an impressive post-season with an overall record of 8-3 and 7-1 in district play, with their journey ending in the sectional finals against a very strong Elmora team out of Elizabeth, NJ, who went on to the state ...
HACKENSACK, NJ – The final performance of Bergen County's Free Summer Concert Series, “Music in the Park,” will welcome “ARENA: Relive the Rock” at Overpeck County Park Amphitheater in Ridgefield Park.County Executive James J. Tedesco III, alongside the Board of Commissioners and the Bergen County ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ – Andrew Carbone starts his first season as head coach of Wood-Ridge football, taking over last season’s 4-5-1 team for former coach Joe Cutrona, who has moved on to Saddle Brook.Read: Wood-Ridge Hires Andrew Carbone to Take Over the Football ProgramLast season saw the Blue Devils ...
HACKENSACK, NJ – As part of Bergen County's Free “Music at the Barn” Concert Series, Wortendyke Barn in Park Ridge will bring the multi-talented Crash Gordon & Debra Dynamite to the stage on Aug. 31. Concert-goers will be met with a variety of music genres performed by the duo, including early ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – For Head Coach Eddie Suri, it is year two at the helm of the Hasbrouck Heights High School football program. With a solid senior class, and a year under his belt as the Aviators head coach, he is planning to use that added familiarity to his advantage this season.The ...
Dear Community Members,In today’s fast-paced world that sometimes feels increasingly hectic, we need to take time and reflect on the power of kindness. A small act of kindness can brighten someone 's day and spread positivity to create a more caring and supportive community.“Be Kind to Humankind ...
HACKENSACK/HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced criminal charges against 33-year-old Yusef E. Muhammad of Jersey City, NJ. These charges are related to a stabbing that occurred in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ on Monday, August 18, 2025, and were filed after an ...
HARDWICK TWP/HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - Members of Hasbrouck Heights Boy Scout Troop 17 enjoyed a week at summer camp at Camp Nobebosco, located in Hardwick Township, from July 20 to 26. The event was attended by six Scouts and three leaders. The six Scouts who participated were Jared Thomassey, Tyler ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – Once again, it is high school football season. With Week 0 kicking off on Thursday, here is a look at the pre-season rankings by the NJSIAA through its Strength Index number. The Strength Index number is the number which is used in all the formulas throughout the season that go ...
HACKENSACK, NJ – The Korean American Association of New Jersey partnered with County officials and local community organizations to curate this year’s annual Bergen County Korean Liberation Day Celebration and Flag Raising Ceremony.The event, held on August 15 at the Piazza at One Bergen County ...
LODI, NJ - Lodi and Bergen County officials gathered on Friday to celebrate the re-opening of the new Passaic Avenue Bridge.The event was attended by Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, members of the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, and Lodi Mayor Scott Luna cut the ribbon to celebrate the ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ – The Wood-Ridge Council passed the following items as part of the August 20th meeting of the Wood-Ridge Mayor and Council held in Council Chambers at Borough Hall.1. MINUTES:Minutes of the July 29, 2025 Special Meeting. 2. RESOLUTIONS: Adoption of the following104-2025 Payment of ...
HACKENSACK, N.J – After three train-related deaths since May, Mayor Caseen Gaines and the city council are urging NJ Transit to investigate the safety of the Pascack Valley Line. Two fatalities occurred in just over one week, the City emphasized in a press release. A woman was struck and killed ...
TETERBORO, NJ - The Teterboro Mayor and Council honored a longtime employee on his retirement after decades of service to the borough during Tuesday's special meeting.The Council honored John Fantacone for his 37 years working in various positions with the borough. A special resolution honoring ...
HACKENSACK, NJ –The County of Bergen marked Indian Independence Day on Aug. 15 with a ceremony at Two Bergen County Plaza in Hackensack. The annual holiday commemorates India’s freedom from British rule in 1947.The celebration was put together with the help of numerous places of worship, community ...
HAMBURG, NJ - The Wood-Ridge Police PBA Local #313 held their annual golf outing on Monday, August 18. This year marked the 25th year of the golf outing. The field of 78 golfers made their way to Crystal Springs Resort in Hamburg, NJ. Each golfer received a cooler bag filled with golf towels, ...
TETERBORO, NJ - A new ranking of public high schools by "U.S. News & World Report" ranked Bergen County Technical High School in Teterboro at 7th in the state, and 82nd nationally. The list is part of the 2025-2025 Best High Schools Rankings.Hasbrouck Heights was ranked 156th in the state, up ...
HACKENSACK, NJ – The county hosted its Annual Independence Day of Pakistan Celebration and Flag Raising Ceremony last week in partnership with the Cultural Society of Bergen County, Love Pakistan, and Mom’s Food Pantry.This is the County of Bergen’s third annual Independence Day of Pakistan ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – Hasbrouck Heights CFO David Sireci gave the financial results for July at the August 12 meeting of the Hasbrouck Heights Mayor and Council.The Current Fund Cash balance for July 31st was $537,728, and represented a $159,545 increase from June 30.Cash receipts for July were ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - Check out what's going on in Hasbrouck Heights, Teterboro, and Wood-Ridge this week. Tuesday, August 19:Teterboro Mayor and Council, 5:30 p.m., Borough HallWednesday, August 20:Wood-Ridge mayor and Council, 7 p.m., Borough HallThursday, August 21:Hasbrouck Heights Board of ...
BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Clubgoers at Bird & Betty’s got an unexpected treat Saturday night when Kevin Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, jumped on stage for a surprise performance of the band’s hit single “Burnin’ Up.” This isn't the first time the pop star has surprised the crowd at Birds. He also ...