Hekemian Planner Continues Cross Examination

Expert says the master plan puts affordable housing on 13-Acre United Water property.

Family Seeks Repeal of Chicken Ban in Teaneck

Township family lobbies council to nix town restriction on raising chickens

Planning Board Preparing to Review Master Plan

10-year review of the master plan to begin just in time for the potential rehab of the Brookchester Garden apartments.

Council Votes 'No' to Special Redevelopment Planner

Mayor casts the tie-breaking vote defeating motion to appoint an independent special redevelopment planner.

United Water Planner Claims Project Still Inherently Beneficial to New Milford

Further states that by the governing bodies lack of action, the application meets all criteria for approval

Zoning Board Quorum in Jeopardy as Another Recusal Takes Place for United Water Hearings

Joseph Binetti is the latest Zoning Board member to be recused from the United Water hearings over a perceived conflict

Where to File Your 2012 Taxes in New Milford

Beyond TurboTax: Here's who can help you file your taxes before the April 15 deadline.

Hekemian Hearing Nears a Close With Final Witnesses Testifying

The proposed United Water property hearings before the New Milford Zoning Board of Adjustment is closing in on its final meetings

New Milford Incumbents Challenged by New Faces for Council Election

New Milford council candidates filed their petitions to run in the June primary.

Christie Signs Teen Tanning Law Despite Small Business Concerns

The law, inspired by the national uproar created by Nutley's "Tanning Mom," seeks to protect New Jersey's youth from the most common form of cancer.

River Edge Kills Duplex Ordinance without a Vote

The Mayor and Council opted to forego a public hearing on the proposed ordinance, effectively killing it in the process

Zoning Board Sees Change at Top as Vice-Chairman Steps Down

Over concerns of a "perceivable conflict" Vice Chairman Ron Stokes stepped down from the remaining United Water hearings

Borough Awards Ferretti Carting Recycling Contract

Coming in as low bidder, Mayor and Council award Ferretti both residential and apartment and school recycling contracts.

Judge Denies Grant's Lawsuit to Remove Leibman as Attorney

Bergen County Superior Court Judge Joseph Conte issued a one-page decision denying Councilwoman Hedy Grant's lawsuit to remove Marc Leibman as Borough Attorney

Sandy Damaged 95 Borough Homes

Approximately 342 businesses were also impacted by the storm

Court Decision on Grant's Lawsuit Coming Next Week

Councilwoman Hedy Grant's lawsuit to remove Borough Attorney Marc Leibman went before Superior Court Judge Joseph Conte on Friday afternoon.

Time Limits, Letter, Budget Introduction and More, in the Week that Was

Catch up on all of last week's news in New Milford,

Alonso Wins GOP Nomination, Faces Gordon in November Election

Oradell's Fernando Alonso will challenge Sen. Bob Gordon in the 38th District Senate race this fall

UPDATE: New Milford's Property Values Decrease, Taxes Increase

Revised budget shows municipal tax increase at $63.

Polizzi Letter to Zoning Board Raises Another Potential Conflict Question

School Superintendent Polizzi's letter to the Zoning Board regarding the proposed development of the United Water property raises objections and questions of potential conflict.

Zoning Board Imposes Time Limitation on Public Questioning of Hekemian Experts

Zoning Board agrees to place a seven minute time limitation on public's questions during cross-examination and restricts the public to one chance to question an expert.

Mayor and Council Pass Ordinance to Exceed 2 Percent Cap on Municipal Budget

To meet the costs of the special and unanticipated projects included in the capital expenditures, the borough passes an ordinance to exceed the 2 percent cap.

Municipal Budget Introduction, Continuation of Hekemian Hearing Top This Week in New Milford

Find out what's going on this weekend in New Milford.

Capital Costs, Gun Permit Applications More than Double and More, This Week in Local News

Catch up on all of New Milford's top news stories here.

Bergen County Dedicates Memorial to Comfort Women

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

Preliminary Budget Meeting Highlights Costs of Special Projects

Mayor and Council hold special meeting to discuss 2013 municipal budget and review costs of special projects.

Flood Solution Group Offers to Work With Hillsdale Officials

The Hillsdale & Westwood Flood Solution Group's attorney said some flooding along the Pascack Brook can be stopped.

Englewood Hospital Seeks Expansion

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

Senate Panel Approves Bill Providing Tax Relief to Towns Purchasing Flood-Prone Properties

Bipartisan bill to provide tax relief to towns that are acquiring flood-prone homes through the state's Blue Acres program.

Budget Meeting, BOE Work Session, Committee Meetings and More, This Week in New Milford

See what's going on in New Milford this week.

Synagogue to Sell, Firehouse Renovations, Traffic Impacts and More, This Week in Local News

Take a look at the week's top news stories in New Milford.

Few Changes Apparent in New Valley Expansion Plan

Plans show the hospital's expansion aims as smaller overall but not as much as some would have expected. The hospital maintains it will address various concerns.

Traffic Impact Study Focus of Hekemian Hearing Before Zoning Board

Hekemian's traffic expert returns to answer the public's questions regarding her previous testimony.

Architect Presents Mayor and Council with Plans for Firehouse Renovations

Architect presents renovation plans for Fire Co. 1 and Fire Co. 2 to the Mayor and Council during Monday's public meeting.

Mayor and Council Meeting, Cyber Bullying and Youth Depression Presentation and More, This Week in New Milford

Check out what's going on in town this week.

Local Woman Missing, Man Charge in Assaulting Officer Found and More This Week in Local News

Catch up on all of New Milford's leading news stories here.

Former Secretary of State Talks Advice for John Kerry at Ramsey Visit

Madeleine Albright also spoke about her new book, World War II, her heritage and her view on current politics in front of a crowd of hundreds of Bergen County residents Tuesday night

Planning Board Reappoints Board Attorney to Another One-Year Term

After considering three applicants, Board decides to reappoint Board Attorney, Richard Abrahamsen.

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

Borough Hall Closed Monday, Planning Board, Board of Education, This Week in New Milford

Borough Hall is closed Monday and New Milford schools are closed Monday and Tuesday. See what else is going on in town this week.