Bergen Community College gets clearance for drone classes
Bergen Community College became one of just three community colleges to get clearance from the Federal Aviation Administration to operate drones, allowing the college to start offering educational...
View ArticleDrunken man in Superman costume removed from Ridgewood salon
Police said they removed a man dressed in a Superman costume last Thursday from a beauty salon after the business called police. RIDGEWOOD - This superhero couldn't fly. (Associated Press) Police...
View ArticleThe storm's deadly toll: 5 lives lost
Five reported victims in New Jersey of the massive blizzard that pummeled the eastern part of the country last week were among at least 45 people who died in the epic storm nationwide. They hit the...
View ArticleFirefighters in Wyckoff battle 2-story blaze during blizzard (PHOTOS)
The two-alarm fire was reported about 5:28 a.m. on Highview Drive. on Jan. 23, 2016. WYCKOFF - Firefighters fought an intense blaze Saturday at the height of the blizzard that pounded the Northeast....
View ArticleRaccoon attacks boy, 6, in Elmwood Park, police say
A raccoon attacked a 6-year-old boy as he walked to school before a neighbor beat the animal to death Wednesday morning, authorities said. File photo ELMWOOD PARK -- A raccoon attacked a 6-year-old...
View ArticleDrunken superhero keeps Ridgewood police on their toes
The same man dressed as two different superheroes brought police to East Ridgewood Avenue twice in six months. RIDGEWOOD - Thankfully, these comic-book crusaders were not faster than a speeding...
View ArticleBergen County pushes to end homelessness among veterans
The county is pushing to house every homeless veteran in Bergen as part of the Zero: 2016 campaign to end veteran homelessness. Watch video HACKENSACK -- They call Vincent Weston "Sarge" at the Bergen...
View ArticleJets' $324K settlement with cheerleaders approved, report says
Flight Crew members said they didn't get paid to practice nor were they compensated for other expenses Watch video A group of more than four dozen current and former Jets cheerleaders who allege the...
View ArticleInvestigation ends in case of woman found dead after storm in Hackensack lot
Frances McQuaige, 78, was found dead in her car two days after telling restaurant employees she was afraid to drive in the snow. HACKENSACK - Investigators have concluded a probe into the death of a...
View ArticleFire displaces Old Tappan family
A fire early Wednesday displaced an Old Tappan family and torched their house, Old Tappan Deputy Fire Chief David Keil said. OLD TAPPAN -- A fire early Wednesday displaced an Old Tappan family and...
View ArticlePalisades Park suspends pay for cop charged with theft--again
Sgt. Marc Messing went back on the payroll in December because the council never voted on a decision by Police Chief Ben Ramos and Police Director Michael Vietri to suspend his pay last summer. A...
View ArticleHudson Newsmakers: Holy Name Medical Center CEO Michael Maron leads fight...
Maron leads a contingent of hospitals that have been classified as Tier 2 facilities under Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield's new OMNIA plans. Michael Maron is a man on a mission. The president and CEO...
View ArticleRiver Vale 17-year-old seriously hurt in crash, police say
A teen was seriously hurt in a crash in River Vale, Jan. 27, 2016. A teen was seriously hurt in a crash in River Vale, Jan. 27, 2016. (File Photo) RIVER VALE -- A River Vale teen suffered serious...
View ArticleMan jumps from George Washington Bridge
Car and identification recovered, police say File photo A 48-year-old Brooklyn man jumped from the George Washington Bridge Thursday, Port Authority police said. New York City fire department rescue...
View ArticleAlleged killer of Midland Park mom pleads not guilty; bail set at $5M
Arthur Lamondo, who is charged in the brutal slaying of Suzanne Bardzell, made his first appearance in Bergen County Superior Court on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016. Watch video HACKENSACK - A former New...
View ArticlePaterson gym teacher charged in sex case involving 10-year-old student
Edward Clark, 36, of Paterson, was charged with aggravated sexual contact and endangering the welfare of a child A file photo of a classroom.Jersey Journal file photo PATERSON -- A physical education...
View ArticleAnother store signs up for American Dream; this time a European retailer
The European discount retailer, Primark, has announced it will join the directory at one of North Jersey's largest, long-stalled projects set to open in 2017. Watch video EAST RUTHERFORD -- Add...
View ArticleParamus home harnesses sun, earth to melt snow off driveway
The Parikh house uses solar and geothermal energy to clear its own driveway. Watch video PARAMUS -- For many people, at least those without snow blowers, this past weekend's blizzard was a test of...
View ArticleHackensack University Medical Center names new president
Dr. Ihor S. Sawczuk will succeed Robert C. Garrett. The move is effective in April. HACKENSACK - After a nationwide search lasting several months, Dr. Ihor S. Sawczuk has been named the new president...
View ArticleWashington Township cop hurt in crash with drunk driver, police say
A Washington Township police officer was treated for minor injuries after a drunk driver crashed into his patrol car near the Westwood border, authorities said Thursday. (File photo) WASHINGTON...
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