BOE Budget Introduction, Borough Offices Closed Friday, This Week in Local News

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Second Police Van Lawsuit, Plea for Uniforms, Park Pool Centennial Top Local News

The Week in Review: A weekly roundup of some of the top local stories on Fort Lee Patch.

Historic Committee Submits Advisory Letter to Zoning Board to Save Rambo's

Letter asks that Zoning Board not grant variances to developer to save the last building of historical significance to Fort Lee's place in the early film industry.

State Senate Passes Child Porn Prevention Measure

The bill creates more severe punishment for child porn possession and distribution.

Zoning Board, Board of Education and more in the Week Ahead in Fort Lee

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Budget Introduction, Tax Hike, A Piece of Film History This Week in Fort Lee

Catch up on all the stories that dominated Fort Lee last week.

Bergen County Utilities Authority's Significant Increase Impacts Municipal Budget

Fort Lee's 19 percent increase from the BCUA is four to five times higher than any other town's increase.

Municipal Tax Increase Estimated at $127 on Average Home, Mayor says

At Budget introduction, Borough Auditor says unexpected costs of Sandy and the BCUA's increase push taxes up.

Fort Lee Police Launch "Be Seen, Be Safe” Pedestrian Safety Campaign

The Fort Lee Police Department hits the streets to raise awareness on pedestrian safety.

Introduction of Municipal Budget at Thursday's Mayor and Council Meeting

Mayor and Council to introduce ordinance to exceed 2 percent cap and establish a CAP Bank.

BOE Work Session, 2013 Municipal Budget Introduction, School 4 Gala Top This Week in Fort Lee

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School Superintendent Steps Down, Taxes on the Rise, and More This Week in Local News

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Bergen County Dedicates Memorial to Comfort Women

Inclement weather moves ceremony inside, but did not deter many from coming out for the dedication.

Mayor and Council Anticipate 2013 Tax Increase Due to Unforseen Factors

Tentative tax increase due to unforseen expenses brought on by Hurricane Sandy and a 20 percent increase from the BCUA.

Englewood Hospital Seeks Expansion

Valley rival seeks three-story addition to one building, and a one-story addition at another.

Board of Education Special Work Session Tops This Week in Fort Lee

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Board of Education Meeting, Girls All-Star Basketball Game and More, This Week in Fort Lee

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Fort Lee Hardware Bids Adieu, School Security and More This Week in Local News

Catch up on all of Fort Lee's leading news stories.

Assembly Votes to Approve Gun Package Bills Aimed at Curbing Gun Violence

Taken together these bills are part of a comprehensive approach for firearm safety.

Proposed River Edge Museum Remains Work in Progress

The Bergen County Historical Society has proposed constructing a museum at New Bridge Landing. To date the Society has raised $130,000 through private donations towards the museum project

Mayor and Council Name New Cinema "The Barrymore Theater"

Resolution passed to name the new three-screen cinema and film museum to be constructed in Redevelopment Area 5 on Main Street "The Barrymore Theatre."

Town Hall Meeting on School Safety, Engravalle Talks and More, This Week in Local News

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Schools Closed Monday, Mayor and Council Work Session and More, This Week in Fort Lee

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Fort Lee Fire Department Chiefs, Officers Sworn in Thursday

The annual ceremony preceded Thursday’s Mayor and Council regular meeting.

Panel Says Fort Lee Prepared For Any Emergency; Superintendent a No-Show

Town Hall meeting partnered parents with emergency services, elected officials and members of the Board of Ed to discuss school safety.

New Movie Theater and Film Museum to be Named After the Barrymore Family

Mayor and Council recognize the contributions of the Barrymore family to Fort Lee and agree to name new theater and film museum to be built on Redevelopment Area 5 after them.

Town Hall Meeting on School Safety

Joint meeting between the Mayor and Council and the Board of Education to discuss school safety with the community.

Police Launch Pedestrian Safety Program

Fort Lee Police are going out into the community to stress pedestrian safety, with the support of the Mayor and Council.

Joint Meeting On School Safety, Mayor and Council Meeting and More This Week in Fort Lee

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Resolution Adopted Promoting Public Safety by Reducing Gun Violence

In light of Newton massacre, resident proposes a resolution on reducing gun violence that is adopted by the Mayor and Council.

Council to Consider Changing Name of Martha Washington Way, at Developer's Request

Mayor and Council discuss developer's request to chang name of Martha Washington Way to Park Avenue.

Mayor and Council Work Session, Special BOE Public Work Session, This Week in Fort Lee

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Stolen Artifact, Pedestrian Hit-and-Run, Gun Control and More in Local News

Catch up on all of Fort Lee's hottest news from last week.

Tessaro Speaks at One Million Moms for Gun Control Rally

Patch contributor Robert V. Tessaro was invited to speak at the One Million Moms for Gun Control Rally in Jersey City held Saturday.

BOE, Planning Board Meetings; FLHS Booster Club Dinner Dance

Take a look at the week ahead in Fort Lee.

Stolen Property Recovered in Drug Arrest, Second Ferry Shuttle and More, This Week in Local News

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Lawsuit to Block Englewood Cliffs LG Tower Gains Support

Judge expected to rule on LG litigation in coming weeks.

Fort Lee To Add Second Ferry Shuttle Bus Along Anderson Avenue

Officials hope that adding a second shuttle long Anderson Avenue will help to alleviate traffic at the George Washington Bridge.

School Security, Police Promotions and More This Week in Local News

Last week's top news stories from Fort Lee.

Mayor and Council Authorize the Hiring of New Police Officers; Promotions

Eight new police officers sworn-in at Thursday's Mayor and Council meeting; nine promotions.