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.

Mayor and Council Reach Agreement With DPW on Comp Time

Mayor and Council meet DPW halfway on comp time for working while Borough Hall was closed in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.

Wagner & Eustace call on State to Update Flood Maps as FEMA Prepares to Release New Federal Maps

Bergen Lawmakers Have Been Pushing Legislation to Require More Updated Maps

FEMA Releasing Preliminary Flood Elevation Maps

FEMA will release preliminary flood elevation maps for use in reconstruction after Sandy.

Zoning Board Reaffirms Sanzari Variance Approval But Sets Conditions

The Board conditions re-affirmation of variances on a limitation of maximum number of seats.

Zoning Board To Consider Treating Hekemian Revisions As New Application

Do the latest revisions to Hekemian's application for variance approval constitute the filing of a new application?

Tax Relief Bill for Towns Purchasing Flood-Prone Homes Advances

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

Service Groups To Provide Free Information To Residents Affected By Hurricane Sandy

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

Kinderkamack Road Traffic Calming Measures in River Edge Coming

Roadway stanchions should be installed before end of year

Legislation Would Increases Penalties for Crimes Committed During Disasters

Bill A-3524 was introduced by several Assembly members.

Do Revised Plans For United Water Property Affect COAH Requirements

Now that Hekemian has substantially reduced the scope of the multi-unit housing complex from 221 units to 24, does this affect New Milford's COAH requirement?

Hekemian Submits Substantial Changes to United Water Property Site Plan

Radical changes to residential component to make room for flood storage basin

The Week Ahead in New Milford

Environmental Commission and Board of Education meetings just a few things going on this week in New Milford.

New Milford Recycling Going Out To Bid

Inconsistent curb-side pick up forces Mayor and Council to go out to bid for recycling services.

Bergen County Food Stamp Program Available For Sandy Victims

Bergen County residents who suffered losses from Hurricane Sandy can apply for food stamps beginning Tues. Nov. 26.

Mayor & Council, Planning and Zoning Board Meetings This Week In New Milford

See what's coming up this week in New Milford

County Releases Official Election Results

Bergen County Clerk's Office releases official results from November 6 election

Shade Tree Commission Comments on Hekemian Revisions

Revisions to Hekemian's proposed development of the United Water property includes the removal of Sycamore trees that line River Road.

Sanzari's Expansion on Hold After Board Suspends Approval

Anticipating potential litigation, the Zoning Board suspends variance approvals and moves to re-open the hearing to re-examine the restaurant's floor plan and seating.

Sanzari Approval Rescinded, United Water Property Hearing Top the Week Ahead

Special Zoning Board meeting leads the week in New Milford

Affordable Housing Argued Before State Supreme Court

New Jersey Supreme Court hears oral arguments in case challenging COAH

In The Wake Of Field Of Dreams, What's Next

With the election over, and the referendum defeated, where does that leave the Field of Dreams?

Proposed Added Turn Lanes Top United Water Property Hearing

Proposed left hand turn lanes on River Road and Main Street will widen roads, necessitating the removal of long standing Sycamore trees

New Milford Waives Permit Fees, Post Sandy

Homeowners who need to repair their homes, post Hurricane Sandy, can receive permission to not pay any permit fees

Thanksgiving Holiday Recycling Schedule

The Thanksgiving holiday brings changes to the New Milford's recycling schedule.

Campaign Ad Forces Rebsch's Recusal From United Water Property Hearing

Rebsch's recusal leaves Zoning Board with minimum quorum and no alternates; Planning Board will appoint one of their members so hearing can proceed.

Council Votes Against Meeting With Planner On Rezoning United Water Property

Majority votes to set aside meeting with the planner on rezoning, effectively allowing the application for the development of the United Water Company property to run its course through the Zoning Board.

Disaster Unemployment Assistance Due to Hurricane Sandy

FEMA approves Christie’s request to extend Disaster Unemployment Assistance to cover all New Jersey counties as a result of Hurricane Sandy.

Wagner & Eustace Launch Online Donation Drive for Storm-Ravaged Victims

Lawmakers set up an Amazon.com "wish list" where residents can purchase much-needed items and have them shipped to the legislators' district office where they will be delivered to those in need.

New Milford's Coucilmen-Elect Eager To Get To Work

Ashley and Putrino "anxious to get to work on behalf of the residents of New Milford."

Democrats Take Election In Unofficial Count; Field Of Dreams Defeated

Preliminary counts show Putrino and Ashley take the election, while residents cast a resounding 'no' for the Field of Dreams.

New Milford Residents To Answer 'Field Of Dreams' Question

The Field Of Dreams question goes to referendum today, giving residents the chance to finally give their opinion some weight at the polls.

District Breakdown of Election Results

See how the candidates did in each district, with the unofficial counts.

New Milford Voters To Elect Two Council, Four School Board Members

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

Update: Election Day Polling Sites Moved To Berkley School And Library

Because of all of the power outages that Sandy wrought, the Borough makes the decision to move voting to Berkley Elementary School and the library.

A Message From Mayor Subrizi

With Borough Hall still without power and internet service, Mayor Subrizi wants to thank all those who helped pull New Milford safely through the storm.

New Milford Officials: Update In Sandy's Aftermath

Since most of the town, including Borough Hall, remains without power, Patch is in touch with Borough officials to keep New Milford Residents informed.

Hurricane Sandy Postpones Halloween, Property Taxes; Borough Hall Remains Closed

Massive power outages, downed trees, debris and wires cause Borough officials to postpone Halloween and property tax due date. Property tax date Tuesday Nov. 13.

The Mayor On Sandy's Aftermath

With most of the town, including Borough Hall, without power, phone or internet, the mayor wants to keep residents updated on post-Sandy clean-up and repairs.

Sandy Cancels Special Zoning Board Meeting

Continued hearing on development of the United Water property cancelled due to storm; rescheduled for November.