Oradell Republican Re-election Campaign Kicks-off at Hiram Blauvelt Wildlife Museum

Congressman Scott Garrett makes special appearance to help kick off the re-election campaign of Garrie Murphy and Eric Shuler the Hiram Blauvelt Wildlife Art Museum.

River Edge Council Appoints New Member to Planning Board

Tom Behrens appointed to the River Edge Planning Board.

River Edge Council Approves Al Fresco Dining

Restaurants given green light to offer outdoor dining during warm weather months.

Phone App Answers Commuter Question: 'Where's My Bus?'

Already in use in other parts of the state, free service is due in North Jersey by the end of 2013.

Sidewalk Dining May Be Voted Upon at River Edge Mayor and Council Meeting

With summer upon us, restaurants are hoping to offer open air dining to their customers.

Sober Living Home Owner Aims For Unique Demographic

Donna Lally said she hoped to cater to recovering addicts who do not fit into other sober living opportunities.

Cross-Examination of Hekemian Planner Concludes

Hearings proceed as usual with the continuation, and conclusion, of the public's cross-examination of Hekemian's planner.

Wagner Pulls Out of State Assembly Race

The three-term Democratic assemblywoman cites family reasons for not seeking re-election.

Wagner and Eustace Bill to Require DEP to Update Flood Maps

With FEMA getting ready to release new Advisory Base Flood Elevation (ABFE) flood maps, Wagner and Eustace Bill calls on DEP to update their maps.

Bill Providing $4.5 Million for Oradell Sewer Infrastructure Improvements Clears Committee

Bill is part of an effort to help local communities throughout the state finance much-needed water and sewer projects.

Assemblyman Schroeder Will Fight Criminal Charges

The attorney for indicted assemblyman Robert Schroeder will make a "substantial filing" of defense motions, he said Friday.

Assemblyman Schroeder Discloses 71 Creditors to Ethics Committee

Assemblyman Robert Schroeder has been sued numerous times and is facing criminal charges for alleged financial crimes.

New Milford Mayor & Council Defeat Vote to Rezone United Water Property

Oradell will continue to maintain a legal presence at the New Milford Zoning Board hearings regarding the proposed development of the United Water property.

Oradell Mayor and Council Adopt 2013 Municipal Budget

Residents face $497 total average tax increase on a house assessed at $472,343.

Democratic Gun Control Package No Sure Shot

Christie's political ambitions could mean veto if governor wants to appeal to national Republican primary voters

Gov. Christie Praises Westwood Hospital's Reopening

The governor visited HackensackUMC at Pascack Valley, which is set to open June 1.

Special Meeting on Hekemian Application Ends Before It Begins

Attorneys for Hekemian request the hearing of the application be carried to June 11.

Officials Tag Baby Falcons Living on GWB

Young birds expected to take flight within weeks

River Edge Mayor and Council Consider Sidewalk Dining

Outdoor dining would be permissible from April through November.

Upgrades to Substation Coming this Fall, PSE&G Says

No interruption of service to customers, officials report.

Assemblyman Schroeder Faces Another $300K Lawsuit

A Harrington Park resident claims Robert Schroeder never made payments on three loans from last year.

Attorney for Oradell Weighs in on New Milford BOE's Agreement with Hekemian

The revelation that the Board of Education entered into a conceptual agreement with Hekemian for a 'field of dreams' has raised the temperature on the United Water property conversation.

Legislators Urge NY Governor to Sign Two-state Flood Prevention Measure

Bill would create joint commission to prevent flooding hazards in Bergen and Rockland counties.

New Milford BOE Enters into Contract for 'Field of Dreams' with Hekemian

"Conceptual contract" includes Hekemian donation of 3 acres of property and a 'sizable' donation for BOE to construct an athletic stadium.

Ground Breaking on Former Huffman Koos Site Tops Local News

Catch up on all of last week's top news stories.

Oradell Proposed Municipal Budget has Estimated $497 Increase

Proposed budget has Oradell homeowners facing an estimated average annual increase of approximately $497 in their property taxes.

River Edge 2013 Municipal, School and County Budgets Increase Taxes

River Edge homeowners will see a total average annual increase of approximately $174 with the municipal and school budgets adopted, and the county budget introduced,

River Edge Mayor & Council Present Plaque to Retiring Sergeant

Sgt. William Haggis has retired from the River Edge Police Department after 30 years of service.

COAH Resolves to Take Unspent Affordable-Housing Funds from Municipalities

Money to go to balancing the general state budget rather than building houses for low- and middle-income residents

Municipalities Face Losing COAH Funds

NJ Spotlight reports Council being asked to try to take at least $142 million in local affordable housing trust fund dollars away from municipalities.

County Sponsors New FEMA Flood Map Status Update

FEMA representatives meet with local officials for update on maps and increase to flood insurance premiums.

Oradell Water Main Break Still Not Fixed One Week Later

Despite calls from Borough officials and residents, United Water still has not fixed last Tuesday's Church Street water main break.

Congressman, State Senators Rally Support for New Gun Control Measures

Speakers at the rally in Ridgewood pressed the crowd to lobby the state senate in support of 12 proposed gun control bills.

The Week Ahead in River Edge and Oradell

See what's going on in your town this week.

Lawyer for Oradell Cross Examines Hekemian Expert

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

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

Low Increase Municipal Budget Approval Pending for River Edge

A public hearing yielded zero questions from residents on Monday night. The 2013 municipal budget will be adopted later this month

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

Democrats Put Forth Solo River Edge Candidate, None in Oradell

River Edge and Oradell 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.