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What's up Paramus! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Hollywood is suddenly watching a test screening held in Paramus
  • Hackensack burglary suspect evaluated at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus
  • How a Bergen County assault case briefly connects back to Paramus

Also on today's calendar: Elmwood Park "Everything" Flea & Collectible Market and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 81 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny with a shower, temps: high: 79, low: 60.
  • Tuesday: Pleasant with sunshine, with a high of 79 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Johnny Depp's Long-Awaited Comeback Movie Just Test Screened, and the Results Are Unexpected (yardbarker.com) — Paramus just hosted a key Hollywood test screening for Johnny Depp's new film, Ebenezer, where local audience scores reportedly came in well above industry norms. The strong reaction, especially from women over 35, is fueling speculation about Depp's box-office comeback and Paramount's release strategy.
   

• Naked Poop-Covered Burglar FWith Criminal Record Attacks New Jersey Cop (shorenewsnetwork.com) — A Hackensack man was arrested after police say they found him naked and combative while investigating vehicle burglaries, and he was later taken to Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus for psychological evaluation. Authorities report he has pending charges in several towns, and all current allegations remain accusations until resolved in court.
   

• Judge approves $1.6M settlement in Englewood parks assault case (wchram.com) — A Bergen County case with ties to Paramus involves a parks worker accused of sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl in an Englewood after-school program. The city has agreed to a $1.6 million settlement with the child's family, while the accused remains jailed on multiple charges and an additional alleged assault on a corrections officer.
   

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Fair Lawn

Ok Paramus! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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