Little Falls Police Department – October 2026 Activity Report

Driver realizes she struck pedestrian after Newark supermarket stop

The victim, who has not been identified, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Jury Convicts NJ Man in Federal Ammunition Case

A NJ man faces up to 15 years in federal prison after a jury found him guilty in an ammunition possession case. Authorities say he tossed a loaded homemade gun during a police chase.

Goya Gives: Taking Over Eva’s Village

From the kitchen to the community, Goya Gives is making a difference in Paterson, New Jersey! We’re with Rafael Toro of Goya Foods, Howard Haughton, CEO of Eva’s Village, and Sergeant Iris Velez of Paterson Explorers Post 1, celebrating volunteers, families and the power of giving back.

Morris/Sussex student-athletes on National Signing Day 2026

These are the student-athletes from Morris and Sussex counties who signed National Letters of Intent, or made a formal commitment to continue their careers at NCAA Division I and II programs. Nov. 11 is the first day of the 2026-27 national signing period for all sports except football. The early signing period for football begins on Dec. 2. Our list is based on information provided by athletic directors and coaches, and will be updated as new signings are announced. Chatham Molly Chazen, Colgate field hockey Simone Claps, Lehigh lacrosse Charlie Dunn, Villanova lacrosse Ava Ewing, Brown field hockey Erin Flynn, Bucknell field hockey Quinten Grosso, Quinnipiac lacrosse Nick Lagunowich, Notre Dame lacrosse Georgia Lee, Brown field hockey Avery Loock, Fairfield swimming Roger Rice, Iona golf Delbarton Henry Bisignano, Sacred Heart baseball Ryan DeGeorge, Rutgers wrestling Jesse DeNegri, Johns Hopkins lacrosse John Fodor, Johns Hopkins lacrosse Brandon Fodor, Johns Hopkins lacrosse Curt Friedrich, Penn State baseball Matthew Good, Lehigh lacrosse Myles Jackson, Manhattan golf Gabe Logan, Michigan wrestling Ted Masino, Maryland baseball Kyle McBride, Wake Forest baseball Matt McGinty, Johns Hopkins lacrosse August Moser, Harvard wrestling Finnian O'Loughlin, Alabama baseball Steven Pannullo, Boston College baseball Kane Quenault, Notre Dame lacrosse Brendan

Get To These 4 New Jersey Barbecue Joints Early, Because The Pulled Pork Sells Out Before Dinner

Good barbecue runs on a clock, and in New Jersey that clock often stops well before dinnertime. Pulled pork takes hours of slow smoking, so once the day’s batch is gone, the kitchen can’t just whip up more. That’s why some of the best smokehouses in the Garden...

Sightseeing helicopter makes emergency landing in NJ as shocking photos show broken tail

A sightseeing helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing just outside New York City on Tuesday morning after the pilot frantically reported that an engine was “out.” Two people were aboard the Bell 206, operated by FlyNYON, when it took off from Kearny, New Jersey, the Federal Aviation Administration confirmed. It appeared to be headed towards Brooklyn on a maintenance flight when the pilot reported an engine issue in a “mayday” call, CNN reported . A Fly NYON helicopter with a broken tail sits on a pier after making an emergency landing in Bayonne, NJ on Nov. 10, 2026. FOX 5 New York Bayonne pushed to brink of elimination at Little League World Series after Iowa ends 15-game winning streak The broken piece of the tail seen on a road next to the grounded chopper. FOX 5 New York The helicopter made the emergency landing around 9 a.m. at the Port Jersey Port Authority Marine Terminal, Port Authority told The Post. There were no reported injuries or fire, authorities said. Walk-off home run propels Bayonne, NJ to dramatic LLWS opener win The chopper’s main cabin appeared intact, but shocking photos from the scene showed the tail rotor was sheared

A Familiar Face Returns Downtown and Montclair Bagels Land in Austria: Montclair Stories You Might Have Missed

Montclair Center’s business district rehired Jason Gleason as executive director. School board members are asking whether schools need to close on Election Day, and the Finance Committee holds a public meeting on taxes and the revaluation Nov. 12. Plus, Brookdale Park’s rose garden gets a $471,500 makeover, and a Graz student who studied at Montclair State opened Montclair Bagels in Austria.

'Bridgerton' comes to Westfield for a night of music and 1,000 candles

Lady Whistledown and company are crossing the pond, set to arrive in Westfield on Saturday, Nov. 21 at the historic James Ward Mansion. A "Bridgerton"-inspired evening is planned by the New Jersey Festival Orchestra, complete with 1,000 candles, wine, small plates and Regency-style attire. With music from the New Jersey Festival Orchestra Ensemble (NJFO), the night will feature modern music reimagined and performed live via candlelight at two showtimes, 5 and 7 p.m., with cocktail hour to begin 30 minutes prior to each. Tickets are $100. Guests are encouraged to dress in their finest attire. "Bridgerton" is based on the historical fiction-romance novel series of the same name by Julia Quinn. The music of Netflix's "Bridgerton" blends traditional orchestra score compositions by Kris Bowers with contemporary pop songs reimagined as classical string quartet and instrumental covers. More: Franklin’s Maleah Joi Moon is going back to school on Netflix NJFO, a professional symphony orchestra, also specializes in fusing fine arts and pop culture through its programming to help bring classical music to life for today's audiences. Previous pop culture fusion programs have performed the music of "Stranger Things," Broadway and the movies of John Williams. The NJFO is comprised of about

Staten Island Regulars Swear These 6 Pizzerias Beat Anything In Manhattan

Ask anyone from Staten Island where to get the best slice in New York City, and they probably won’t point you toward Manhattan. The island has quietly built some of the most loyal pizza crowds in the five boroughs, with thin crusts, Sicilian squares, and clam pies that keep families coming back for decades.

This New Jersey Restaurant Is Giving Thanksgiving A Delicious Italian Makeover With Holiday Specials And Classic Favorites

Turkey and Italian seafood pasta on the same Thanksgiving table? That combo is real, and I can’t stop thinking about it. One New Jersey restaurant keeps its full Italian menu running on Thanksgiving Day. It also adds traditional holiday specials, so nobody has to pick a side. The room...

Man charged with eluding police in Morris County

HANOVER TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — A Morris County man was arrested after allegedly fleeing an attempted traffic stop in Hanover Township, according to police. Jower Tavarez, 34, of Butler, was arrested Oct. 1 and charged with eluding police and obstruction following an incident that occurred Sept. 30. According...

New Jersey Voters Overrule Landlord Opposition and Bring Back $20 Rent Increase Limit

Voters in Elizabeth, New Jersey, have brought back a $20 limit on rent increases after years of legal fights. Nearly 69% supported the change, despite warnings from landlords that such a strict limit could make it harder to maintain rental properties. The November 3 vote restored a rule that city leaders removed in 2022. Under...

Train Enthusiasts Invited to Explore Union County’s Rich Locomotive History At Annual Model Train Show, Nov. 27–Dec. 13

The Union County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the return of Union County’s Model Train Show and Open House this holiday season. For three consecutive weekends, from Friday, November 27th to Sunday, December 13th, this family-friendly event welcomes visitors and train lovers of all ages to explore the captivating world of model railroads, learn about local train history, and appreciate the craftsmanship firsthand through engaging tours and demonstrations. The event will be held at the A. Paul Mallory Railroad Center, located at 295 Jefferson Avenue in Union.

New Jersey dad's commute to NYC costs more than just time

A father spends up to four and a half hours a day traveling to and from Manhattan, sacrificing valuable time with his family in pursuit of career opportunities.

Facing Backlash, Montclair Council Tables Town Hall Substation Plan ‘Indefinitely’

Amid significant neighborhood opposition, Montclair’s town council on Tuesday night “indefinitely” tabled a redevelopment plan that would have permitted PSE&G to place an electrical substation at the site of the municipal building at 205 Claremont Ave. The move comes as the township considers alternative locations for the...

NJPAC presents comedian Ms. Pat

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Comedian and actress Ms. Pat is bringing Chaos to Newark. The Emmy-nominated star of The Ms. Pat Show brings her stand-up tour to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) for two nights, Friday, June 18, and Saturday, June 19, 2027, at 7:00pm each night. Audiences can expect the fearless storytelling and sharp comic timing that led The Washington Post to call her comedy “unforgiving and darkly hilarious.”

Scotch Plains Unveils $49.5M Plan for New Emergency Services Building on Plainfield Avenue

Scotch Plains wants to build a new emergency services headquarters. A revised plan puts the price at up to $49.5 million. Mayor Josh Losardo described the project, which would sit on township-owned land along Plainfield Avenue, in a statement on the township website. Police, fire, and emergency medical crews would...

ZooLights opens next week at Lincoln Park Zoo

ZooLights opens next week at the Lincoln Park Zoo for the 2026 holiday season.