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10 most expensive homes sold in Passaic County, April 15-21
A house in Ringwood that sold for $1.2 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Passaic County in the past week. In total, 79 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $524,733. The average price per square foot was $294.
N.J. man convicted of murder again for beating woman, setting her on fire
A former Bergen County man was convicted Wednesday for a second time of beating a woman and setting her on fire 12 years ago. Daniel Rochat, 48, formerly of Wood-Ridge, was convicted on first-degree murder, aggravated arson, and other charges following a 15-day retrial in the death of Barbara Vernieri, 70, who was killed in her East Rutherford home in September 2012.
Boy, 15, Robbed At Gunpoint Outside Ridgewood Stop & Shop
The boy told police he brought $300 worth of clothing to the parking lot of the Franklin Avenue supermarket after cutting an online deal shortly after 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, Sgt. John A. Ward said. Instead, the teen said, he was accosted by four men who appeared to be...
Warwick Man Found On Fire Dies After Jumping In Lake
The incident occurred in Orange County around 5:50 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, at Wickham Woodlands Park, near the sports complex on State School Road in Warwick. According to Chief John Rader of the Warwick Police, officers responded to the area near the kayak launch for a reported burn victim.
Pair Who Dumped Body In NYC Face Murder Charges: Somerset County Prosecutor
A grand jury in Somerset County levied the indictments against Daniel Matthews, a 44-year-old Brooklyn resident, and and Andrew Mumby, a 47-year-old New Brunswick resident in the murder of Artis Young, a Franklin Lakes resident, Somerset County Prosecutor John McDonald. On Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023, police received a missing person...
It's official: Chick-fil-A announces opening date for Paramus store at old Fireplace site
An official opening date was announced for the new Paramus Chick-fil-A, which replaced the beloved Fireplace restaurant on Route 17. The fast-food outlet will start serving customers in Paramus on May 2, the same day the new Chick-fil-A in Parsippany is also scheduled to open. The chain has over 3,000 locations across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico, including 61 in New Jersey.
Returning to the Scene of the Crime in Wayne Proves to be a Mistake for These Suspected Thieves
WAYNE, NJ – Two suspected thieves returned to the Willowbrook Mall ten days after allegedly stealing packages from a UPS truck making deliveries to the mall. Alert Wayne Police Officer Matthew Bernardo had learned of the theft and was on patrol at the Mall when he spotted the suspects at the scene of the crime and promptly arrested them. Bernardo made a bonus arrest, as a passenger with the suspected duo, turned out to be wanted in “multiple jurisdictions.” The following is based on a statement released by the Wayne Township Police Department.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP...
Passaic County announces $773,000 in grants for towns, nonprofits. See the list
Passaic County officials this week announced more than $772,000 in pending grant awards for a dozen area towns and nonprofits. Set to come from the county's 2024 Community Development Block Grant allocation, the 12 awards will fund renovations, improvements, and community programs throughout the county if approved, records show. The...
Haledon Man Charged in "Road Rage" Incident
HALEDON, NJ - A man suspected of brandishing a firearm and threatening another driver during a road rage incident has been apprehended, police said. The Haledon Police Department apprehended the suspect involved in the recent road rage incident that occurred on April 22, 2024. Police said the incident took place at the intersection of Mangold Street and Belmont Avenue.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER On the day of the incident, Sergeant George Kelly and Officer Rubel Jimenez responded to the male victim's complaint and an investigation was launched by the Haledon Police Investigative and Special Services Bureau. Following thorough investigative work by Haledon Police Detectives, the suspect was identified as Jonathon Sisco, 24, of Haledon. On April 24, Haledon Police Detectives located Sisco and placed him under arrest. The firearm used in the road rage incident was recovered. Charged with multiple offenses including Aggravated Assault, Terroristic Threats, Possession of a weapon for unlawful purpose, and Unlawful possession of a weapon, Sisco was taken into custody and transported to the Passaic County Jail. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Paterson Community Mourns the Loss of Rachel McNeil
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson community is mourning the loss of Rachel McNeil, who passed away on April 12 after being hit by a car while crossing the road in Passaic. Throughout her 58 years of life, McNeil touched the hearts of many and left a lasting impact on those who had the privilege of knowing her, a resolution read. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER McNeil was born on December 15, 1965, in Paterson to Susan A. Coleman-Martinez and Hassel Allen. She was a cherished member of both the Paterson and Passaic communities. After graduating from John...
NY weather: Freeze warning for Rockland and Westchester counties for Friday
A freeze warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Thursday at 2:19 p.m. valid for Friday between 2 a.m. and 8 a.m. for Rockland and Westchester counties. The weather service states, "Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 degrees expected." "Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive...
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