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.

Driver Seriously Injured In Crash With Ho-Ho-Kus Fire Truck Responding To Emergency

A Ho-Ho-Kus fire truck struck a Honda Fit while responding to a fire in Waldwick, seriously injuring the driver on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The crash happened on Franklin Turnpike as the fire truck was responding to a separate call in Waldwick, according to Waldwick Police Lt. David Passaretti. Photos from …

Sources allege major billing abuses at New Jersey senior care company

Medicaid is meant to help people who need medical care and daily support, especially older adults who cannot manage everything on their own. But a recent investigation has raised serious questions about how some senior care providers are using the program’s funding. A November 2026 investigation by The New...

Little Falls Police Department – October 2026 Activity Report

Fairview residents confront ICE agents during operation at local NJ market

A confrontation between community members and federal immigration officers at a local grocery store in Fairview, New Jersey, has drawn attention online after a footage showed residents demanding that the agents leave the premises over questions about their legal authority. The incident occurred on Nov. 6 at Selectos Mini Market,...

NJ man charged after starving, emaciated pit bull with every rib showing, is rescued

Animal cruelty charges have been slapped against a NJ man after a pit bull named Sabrina was found emaciated, starving, and near death in Weehawken

6-year-old boy rescued from Passaic River after climbing out bedroom window

Firefighters and police officers rescued a 6-year-old boy with autism from the Passaic River after he climbed out of his bedroom window on Thursday night, officials said. The boy was found at about 9:50 p.m., clinging to a tree while partially submerged in the water at the bottom of the river embankment following a half-hour search, Totowa police said.

New Jersey Woman Dragged 2 Miles to Her Death After Driver Thought They Hit a Garbage Bag

Tragedy unfolded in New Jersey on November 6 after a woman was reportedly dragged underneath a car for two miles. She was found dead in the parking lot of a supermarket, still trapped beneath the vehicle. Authorities are investigating the case. Newark police were called just before 7 p.m. to an Extra Supermarket in the […]

Saigon Bistro Lands in Northvale, Bringing Family Pho Recipe to Bergen County

A new Vietnamese spot is making its way to Northvale, with Saigon Bistro set up at 269 Livingston Street as the growing chain's third Bergen County address. The concept leans heavily on takeout and delivery, and its menu runs through the Vietnamese classics: pho, banh mi sandwiches, rice plates, and vermicelli bowls.

Saddle River Inn Among Top 100 Restaurants in the US

The Saddle River Inn has been named one of OpenTable’s Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 (View Full List), earning the distinction of being the only restaurant in New Jersey to make this year’s list. Located in Saddle River in Bergen County, the restaurant was recognized alongside...

Philly Pretzel Factory reopens Clifton location after monthslong closure

A Philly Pretzel Factory location in Clifton reopened Tuesday after being closed since June. The store underwent cosmetic updates during the closure in preparation for the reopening, a company spokesperson said. Located at 859 Clifton Ave., the store is now operated by the owners of a Philly Pretzel Factory location in Allendale.

The Crisp, Never-Greasy Catfish At This Cash-Only Montclair Fish Joint Has New Jersey Regulars Hooked

Some people drive an hour for fried fish, and they do not apologize for it. In Montclair, New Jersey, one small counter on a busy avenue has been pulling in that kind of loyalty for decades. The catfish comes out crisp and flaky, without the heavy grease that ruins so...

Driver arrested for DWI after crashing into trees in Fairfield

FAIRFIELD, NJ — The Fairfield Police Department announces the arrest of 52-year-old Damien-Adel Pacheco, of Lake Hiawatha, for driving while intoxicated following a motor vehicle crash on Clinton Road. On Nov. 7, at approximately 3:45 a.m., Fairfield police officers responded to the area of Clinton Road and Matt Drive...

Child with autism rescued from Passaic River after escaping from NJ home

A nail-biting rescue took place in Totowa, New Jersey for a 6-year-old non-verbal boy with autism.

Rockland County Braces For Rain, Possible Snow, And Slick Roads Ahead Of Friday Morning Commute

Rockland County residents are being advised to prepare for potentially slippery road conditions as a period of rain is expected to move into the region overnight and continue into Friday. According to Rockland County Fire and Emergency Services, colder air moving into the region could cause rain to mix with...

Opening Alert: Rojo, Cliffside Park, NJ

A new Mexican restaurant and bar has opened in Cliffside Park. ROJO Mexican Restaurant & Bar is now open at 790 Anderson Avenue, offering a contemporary take on traditional Mexican dining. Inspired by the Mexican cantina, the restaurant combines classic Mexican flavors and culinary traditions with a modern approach to...

Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine receives $20M anonymous gift to launch wellbeing program

In one of the largest donations of its kind in New Jersey healthcare history, the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine announced Nov. 11 a transformational $20 million gift from an anonymous donor to establish a pioneering wellbeing program. This landmark donation will fund comprehensive wellness resources and support systems designed...

Westwood’s $20 senior parking permit offers an alternative to coins, apps

WESTWOOD, N.J.—Residents aged 70 and older can buy a $20 hangtag that lets them park in any borough space designated for hourly parking without feeding a meter or using an app. Council President Lauren Letizia said a single $20 payment now covers the rest of 2026 and all of 2027.

Montclair Police Blotter: A Range Rover Left Running, Then Gone

A Range Rover left running on Glenridge Avenue ends up in Newark after a police chase, two people check doors on Christopher Street at 2:30 a.m. and a man empties the tip jar at La Fontaine while waiting for his tea. Here’s what’s in this week’s police blotter.