As Flu Crisis Worsens, Assembly Committee Hears From Overcrowded Hospitals

Lack of space in emergency rooms could leave some flu sufferers with nowhere to go

Rally Pushes for Passage of Human Trafficking Bill [VIDEO]

Englewood assemblywoman calls for law to be in place before 2014 Super Bowl

Rothman To Lead Defense Industry Trade Group

The former Congressman served on the highly influential House appropriations subcommittee on defense

Fort Lee to Beef Up Police Presence in Schools, Hire Two Extra Officers

Fort Lee mayor says he scheduled a meeting about a week-and-a-half ago for Wednesday to include borough, school and police officials, and that he anticipates hiring two full-time school resource officers.

Budget Cuts Loom as Shortfall Tops $700 Million

OLS: Sandy reconstruction, income tax surge will help, but not enough

New Bill Proposes Harsher Penalties for Child-Porn Offenders

State Senator Kevin O'Toole drafts “No Early Release Act,” for child-pornography offenders.

Mayor Promises Progress on Development, Communications, Main Street

Fort Lee Mayor Mark Sokolich delivered his annual State of the Borough Address Thursday, discussing some of the highlights of 2012 and what residents can look forward to in 2013, including new ferry shuttle service.

Re-Elected Fort Lee Councilman Sworn In, Another in Hospital

Councilman Joseph Cervieri took the oath of office at Thursday’s reorganization meeting, while his running mate, Harvey Sohmer, had to be rushed to the hospital earlier in the day.

Gov. Christie and President Obama Express Disappointment Over Delay in Sandy Aid

Vote on a $60.4 billion aid package delayed in Congress.

Teen Locked in Police Van Sues Borough, Fort Lee Police, Report Says

The attorney for one of the five teenagers left locked in a police transport van nearly two years ago filed a civil lawsuit in Newark.

Booker Mulling Senate Run, Won't Challenge Christie

Speculation about Newark mayor's plans swirled for months

Deadline to Apply for Sandy Aid Extended

Gov. Christie's office announced an extension for New Jersey residents affected by Hurricane Sandy to register for disaster assistance.

Americans for Prosperity: $60 Billion Sandy Aid Package 'A Disgrace'

A proposed $60.4 billion Hurricane Sandy disaster bill has its detractors, among then New Jersey's own Americans for Prosperity director.

Fort Lee Gave More to Obama, More Per Donor to Romney

A majority of voters in Fort Lee went Democratic in the November election, but the amount per contribution during the latest election cycle was much higher for the Republican candidate for president.

Huttle, Eustace Tax Relief Bill For Towns to Purchase Flood-Prone Properties Advances

Funding comes from the state's Blue Acres program, which helps provide for the acquisition of lands located in floodways.

Fort Lee Police Chief, Deputy Chief Swearing In, Re-Org Dates Announced

The new Fort Lee Police Department chief and deputy chief will be sworn in on Dec. 20; the reorganization meeting will take place on Jan. 3. The Mayor and Council will also recognize local student filmmakers at the meeting on the 20th.

County To Provide Free Information To Residents Affected By Sandy

Eleven federal, county and non-profit service organizations will provide a free half-day program for Bergen County residents affected by Sandy.

Fort Lee to Acquire Main Street Property for $2M for Park

The Mayor and Council passed a resolution settling a lawsuit and an ordinance financing the acquisition of land at 183 Main St., the current location of Woori Bank, for a park on the West parcel of Redevelopment Area 5.

FEMA: We Offer Aid, Information for Sandy Victims

As residents remain anxious in the aftermath of Sandy, the agency says it is offering tips and information about mitigation.

Legislation Would Increases Penalties for Crimes Committed During Disasters

Bill A-3524 was introduced by several Assembly members.

Bergen County Food Stamp Program Available For Sandy Victims

Bergen County residents who suffered losses from Hurricane Sandy could start applying for food stamps on Tuesday, Nov. 26.

Official Results Show No Changes in Fort Lee Election Outcome

The County released final results Wednesday, including provisional and mail-in ballots.

Donovan To Sign ‘Comfort Women’ Proof Monday

Officials released the final wording Wednesday of the proof for a Comfort Women Memorial planned for the Justice Center in Hackensack.

Fort Lee Appropriates $1M in Emergency Funding After Storm

Mayor says he anticipates being able to “recover” much of the emergency funding from various sources and called signing up for Nixle a “public duty” for Fort Lee residents.

Votes in Three States Buoy Hopes of Gay-Marriage Advocates in NJ

But marriage-equality supporters here prefer action by state Legislature

Fort Lee Mayor, Council Meeting Rescheduled

The regular meeting was supposed to take place Thursday, but will instead be held on Nov. 15 at 7 p.m.

Fort Lee Democrats Retain Seats on Borough Council

Incumbents Joseph Cervieri and Harvey Sohmer easily beat their Republican challengers Tuesday.

Fort Lee Voters To Elect Two Council, Three School Board Members

A total of nine candidates are running in local elections—four for two seats on the Council, and five for four seats—three, three-year terms and one unexpired one-year term—on the BOE. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday.

Fort Lee Mayor Meets With PSE&G President, Curfew Changed [Updated]

With as many as 5,000 customers still without power in Fort Lee, Mayor Mark Sokolich delivered a list of all the areas in town needing to be restored. He also said the pedestrian curfew is now 8 p.m. so people can vote.

State Announces Emergency Bus Service For Monday Commute

Buses will bring commuters to Hoboken, Weehawken, Jersey City and Manhattan.

Bergen County To Accept Donated Items To Aid Sandy Victims

Four drop-off locations have been established to make sure donations make it to the people most affected or displaced by the storm.

Fort Lee Mayor’s Update: Curfew Remains in Effect, Expect Power Within 3 Days

Mayor Mark Sokolich is distributing public notices daily, updating Fort Lee residents in the aftermath of Sandy.

Mayor: Expect Power in 3 to 4 Days, Major Fort Lee Roads Open

Fort Lee Mayor Mark Sokolich said Friday that power is slowly returning, and that the only roads that are closed are those with trees intertwined with wires that can’t be removed until PSE&G says the wires are no longer live.

Fort Lee Polling Locations To Stay the Same

Officials may have to use generators to power a few of the borough’s polling locations for the election on Tuesday, Nov. 6, but as of Friday, they say people can vote where they normally vote.

Christie Moves Halloween To Monday

"Postponing Halloween celebrations by five days is a commonsense and necessary step" during post-Sandy cleanup, the governor says. Towns that have already moved Halloween can keep the new date.

Fort Lee Community Center Now ‘Charging Center,’ 70 Percent of Residents Without Power

The community center will be open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily until the curfew is lifted; officials say power may not be restored for at least five more days.

Sandy in Fort Lee: Mayor Says To Expect Damage, Stay Indoors

Fort Lee Mayor Mark Sokolich said that borough officials are “as ready as we can possibly be,” but that damage, possible blackouts and dangerous conditions are inevitable.

Sandy in Fort Lee: Schools, Government Offices Closed

All borough offices are closed, but emergency services are at the ready and the office of the Fort Lee Emergency Management is available.

The Real Jersey Comeback

Economists and analysts see signs of slow recovery, but warn that New Jersey is not well positioned for longer-term growth

Freeholder Candidates Reach Out to Korean Community At Debate

Republicans Robert Hermansen, an incumbent, and Margaret "Peg" Watkins, and Democratic candidates Steve Tanelli and Tracy Silna Zur debated at the FGS Korean Community Center Thursday evening.