HACKENSACK, NJ -- As part of the Main Street Live Mini Concert Series, the Hackensack Department of Cultural Arts will present “Caribbean Night” on Friday, July 20 at 7 p.m. While that outdoor event is happening, the Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) Meridian Health Theater will begin its three--day run of "Fame Jr."

The free "Caribbean Night" ...

PARAMUS, NJ -- Tuesday evening, the Paramus Township Council introduced the 2018 municipal budget with no tax increases.

The budget, which is subject to changes between now and its adoption at an upcoming Council meeting, sets a general appropriations budget of $65,999,586.96, with municipal tax portion of $39,546,167.30. The tax rate not set yet, but estimated rate is 1.815.

“I am ...

CLIFFSIDE PARK – Governor Phil Murphy celebrated the signing of a school funding bill the Governor's office called "historic" today, appearing at a signing ceremony this morning at a Cliffside Park elementary school. The bill makes changes to the state's school funding formula that will result in Paramus public schools receiving a 17.8% increase in education aid ...

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Rutgers University Board of Governors has approved a 2.3 percent hike in tuition and fees, as well as increases for dorm rooms and meals, for the 2018-2019 academic year.

The increase now brings the annual cost for undergraduate students to $14,975, which is $337 more than this past school year.

Student housing will increase 1.9 percent, and ...

PARAMUS, NJ -- On June 20, 2018, Westfield Garden State Plaza’s retailers and restaurants participated in the mall-wide initiative Shop & Dine For A Cause by donating funds and a percentage of their sales for the day to support the victims and families of the East Brook school bus crash that claimed two lives and left dozens injured. The total amount raised ...

PARAMUS, NJ -- Monday morning, Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) received the endorsement of the New Jersey State Police Benevolent Association (NJSPBA). The powerful police union has 33,000 members, and its endorsement of Gottheimer in 2016 was viewed as a key component of his victory over then-incumbent Congressman Scott Garrett. 

According to a statement from ...

PARAMUS, NJ -- On June 20, 2018, Westfield Garden State Plaza’s retailers and restaurants participated in the mall-wide initiative Shop & Dine For A Cause by donating funds and a percentage of their sales for the day to support the victims and families of the East Brook school bus crash that claimed two lives and left dozens injured. The total amount raised ...

MAYWOOD, NJ -- As part of his second annual "Hometown Heroes" award ceremony, U.S. Representative Josh Gottheimer (D-Wyckoff) honored Paramus resident and President of the Paramus Children's Health Foundation Martin Diamond. Diamond is among 24 honorees chosen by Rep. Gottheimer from the Fifth District that he represents, and he has worked along with many members of ...

PARAMUS, NJ -- The first ever Jr. Police Academy in the 96 year history of Paramus concluded Friday afternoon, with a joyous ceremony in East Brook Middle School. Many of the 40 graduates, rising 7th graders from the two middle schools, were eager to share the great experiences they had had during the last five days with Tapinto.

"When I signed up, I was ...

SADDLE RIVER, NJ -- Last night, a Bergen County Department of Public Works employee was seriously injured at approximately 5:15 p.m. while operating in Saddle River Park. The county employee, Thomas Epper, was transported to Valley Hospital in serious condition for treatment, before passing away in the evening.

Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco today issued the following ...

PARAMUS, NJ - This is in the category of "good to know" for those of you who travel in the area.

Forest Avenue in the area of the Bergen Town Center, located on Route 4, will be closed in both directions daily from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Sunday, July 29 through Wednesday, Aug. 1.

Detours will be in place and posted. 

HACKENSACK -- Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco releases the following statement regarding the remarks made yesterday by New Jersey radio hosts from the station nj1015 about New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal:

“I am appalled and angry that New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal was mocked for his faith and his race on the airwaves of NJ 101.5 yesterday. As ...

In recent months, the exotic longhorned tick has been found throughout the garden state, with one such tick being recently identified in Bergen County.

This invasive species uses humans, other mammals, and birds as hosts. Longhorned ticks found thus far in New Jersey have tested negative for pathogens dangerous to humans or animals, but in other countries these insects have spread ...

PARAMUS, NJ – For its commitment to supporting economic development, preparing students for the workforce and impacting the region’s quality of life, Bergen Community College has earned a “New Good Neighbor Award” from the New Jersey Business and Industry Association.

“Community colleges respond to the needs of the residents they serve,” Bergen ...

PARAMUS, NJ - The National Weather Service issued a 'Heat Advisory' this morning for Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Union and Hudson Counties in New Jersey. The heat advisory will remain in effect from noon Monday July 16 until 6 p.m. Tuesday July 17.

Extreme heat can cause illness and death among at- risk population who cannot stay cool. The heat and humidity may cause heat stress during ...

In recent months, the exotic longhorned tick has been found throughout the garden state, with one such tick being recently identified in Bergen County.

This invasive species uses humans, other mammals, and birds as hosts. Longhorned ticks found thus far in New Jersey have tested negative for pathogens dangerous to humans or animals, but in other countries these insects have spread ...

HACKENSACK, NJ -- As part of the Main Street Live Mini Concert Series, the Hackensack Department of Cultural Arts will present “Caribbean Night” on Friday, July 20 at 7 p.m. While that outdoor event is happening, the Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) Meridian Health Theater will begin its three--day run of "Fame Jr."

The free "Caribbean Night" ...

HACKENSACK, NJ -- Bergen County Clerk John S. Hogan’s passport division has been acknowledged for their “Best Practices” in offering “Outstanding Customer Service” in passport application reviewing and processing. 

Recently, The National Passport Center’s Office of Acceptance Facility Oversight (AFO) conducted an independent inspection and ...

A publicized dispute between Jersey City Prosecutor Jake Hudnut and New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal has resulted in a positive concession for pro-legalization advocates, and advocates of not prosecuting individuals found to be in possession of the substance.

After scolding Hudnut last week for issuing a directive to Jersey City law enforcement not to prosecute medical ...

PARAMUS, NJ -- Acting Bergen County Prosecutor Dennis Calo today announced the arrest of 66-year-old Paramus resident Rami S. Audi, owner of Oradell-based Sebastian Therapies on a charge of Criminal Sexual Contact. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti and the ...

HACKENSACK, N.J. – Bergen County officials recently unveiled its new mobile emergency responder driving simulators to help train firefighters, school bus drivers, EMS personnel and law enforcement.  The county simulators are the only mobile simulators in the state of New Jersey. 

The vehicle, which is brought to a location of convenience so first responders do not ...

PARAMUS, NJ -- Monday morning, Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) received the endorsement of the New Jersey State Police Benevolent Association (NJSPBA). The powerful police union has 33,000 members, and its endorsement of Gottheimer in 2016 was viewed as a key component of his victory over then-incumbent Congressman Scott Garrett. 

According to a statement from ...

PARAMUS, NJ -- The first ever Jr. Police Academy in the 96 year history of Paramus concluded Friday afternoon, with a joyous ceremony in East Brook Middle School. Many of the 40 graduates, rising 7th graders from the two middle schools, were eager to share the great experiences they had had during the last five days with Tapinto.

"When I signed up, I was ...

SADDLE RIVER, NJ -- Last night, a Bergen County Department of Public Works employee was seriously injured at approximately 5:15 p.m. while operating in Saddle River Park. The county employee, Thomas Epper, was transported to Valley Hospital in serious condition for treatment, before passing away in the evening.

Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco today issued the following ...

HACKENSACK -- Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco releases the following statement regarding the remarks made yesterday by New Jersey radio hosts from the station nj1015 about New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal:

“I am appalled and angry that New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal was mocked for his faith and his race on the airwaves of NJ 101.5 yesterday. As ...

A publicized dispute between Jersey City Prosecutor Jake Hudnut and New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal has resulted in a positive concession for pro-legalization advocates, and advocates of not prosecuting individuals found to be in possession of the substance.

After scolding Hudnut last week for issuing a directive to Jersey City law enforcement not to prosecute medical ...