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

Now Entering "Joe Maugeri Crossing" as Council Set to Honor Borough Resident

Two honorary street signs should be installed near Cherry Hill by the end of the school year honoring longtime crossing guard Joe Maugeri

Sandy Damaged 95 Homes in River Edge, Oradell

There were also approximately 900 local businesses impacted by the storm.

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

Where to File Your 2012 Taxes in RiverDell

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

Potential Property Rebate Program Tied to Shopping Locally

Oradell is considering following in Marlboro's footsteps and implementing a property tax relief program while encouraging residents to shop in town

Alonso, Driscoll Tie in GOP Vote for Senate Race

Fernando Alonso of Oradell and former Freeholder John Driscoll of Paramus will now take part in a second vote next week to determine who will challenge Sen. Bob Gordon this fall

River Edge Municipal Budget Calls for Lowest Increase in Three Years

Under the 2013 municipal budget, taxpayers will see a $77 increase which is down from prior years where the increase ranged from $140 to $243

Final Sidewalk Replacement Funding to be Approved Late March

River Edge has set aside $10,000 to cover sidewalk replacement and repairs costs caused by Hurricane Sandy. The final funding ordinance will be approved later this month

Borough Professionals to Weigh in on Grove Street Future

River Edge is still weighing its options between selling the former DPW yard or converting it into municipal parking

River Edge Schools See $23,000 Increase in School Aid for 2014

State aid remains flat for Oradell and River Dell districts and both towns

River Edge May Consider County Dispatch Services Down the Road

Borough officials met with Bergen County representatives about potentially looking into the County's 911, Dispatch Services

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

Tennis Court Trees Face Axe as River Edge Considers Open Space Funding

A portion of the borough's Open Space Trust Fund will be used to replace several white pines that have caused sap damage to the tennis courts

Saturday Mail Delivery to End, Postal Service Announces

The U.S. Postal Service announced it will end Saturday mail delivery by Aug. 1. How will it affect you?

Commuter Parking a Pricey Possibility for Grove Street

River Edge borough engineer offered up four options to convert the old DPW yard on Grove Street into commuter parking

Shared Property Maintenance Manager Nixed for Now

The New Milford Mayor and Council were lukewarm in pursuing a shared property maintenance manager with River Edge.

Pending Appraisal of Former DPW Yard Could Result in Development

River Edge is currently debating whether to sell the former DPW yard on Grove Street but is still waiting on a final appraisal

Traffic Impact Reduced With Less Units at Hekemian Project

Revised Traffic Impact Analysis reflects overall reduction in trip generation projections; observations indicate after-school pedestrian traffic mainly crosses River Rd. at signal.

River Edge Council Tackles Key Borough Topics

The governing body will spend tonight's meeting talking about the 2013 Open Space Trust Fund allocations, Cherry Blossom Park, Sidewalk Replacement costs and amending the Shade Tree ordinance

Grant Funding for Pocket Park Held-Up by Paperwork

River Edge is still waiting on final approval for Green Acres grant funds for the Cherry Blossom pocket park but things have been held up due to extra paperwork

Recreation Commission Requests Exceed Potential Open Space Funding

Voters approved the restoration of the Open Space Trust Fund this past November and now the Council will determine how $143,765 will be allocated.

River Edge Foots $7K Bill for Residents Sidewalk Repairs

The borough will work with New Milford to pay for the repair and replacements of sidewalk slabs that were uprooted during Hurricane Sandy by borough-owned shade trees

Shade Tree Ordinance Omissions to be Restored

Left out of the final version, River Edge wil amend its Shade Tree Ordinance to incude a trust fund account for escrow monies

River Dell Towns, New Milford May Enter Shared Agreement for Part-Time Position

New Milford has expressed interest in exploring the cost-saving benefits of sharing a Property Maintenance Officer with River Edge.

OPD Promotion Process Nears Final Outline

The proposed ordinance will be voted on at the end of January and then amended later this year to include the ranks of Detective and Detective Sgt.

Wagner to Participate in Million Mom March for Gun Control in Washington DC

Buses available for residents who wish to participate in march.

Senator Gordon Pushes for Diabetes Action Plan

A Senate committee passed a bill sponsored by the local Bergen/Passaic senator which would require the state Department of Health to develop a diabetes action plan.

Updated FEMA Flood Maps No Effect on Development, Say Hekemian Lawyers

FEMA's preliminary Advisory Base Flood Elevation Maps not being considered by Hekemian in the proposed development of the United Water property.

Hekemian Addresses Revisions to Site Plan

Attorneys for the S. Hekemian Group answer why the scope of the residential component was reduced; re-appointed and newly appointed Board members sworn in.

New Milford Rejects Motion To Consider Hekemian Revisions a New Application

The Zoning Board of Adjustmentdenies motion made by counsel for Councilman Austin Ashley that the revisions made to the site plan application constitutes a new application,

Uncontested Oradell Race Leads to Koth, Alonso's Return on Dais

Councilman James Koth was named Council President for the second year

Difficult Challenges Await River Edge in 2013

Governing body looks to continue cohesive relationship going in the coming year

2013 Brings New Borough Attorney, Public Defender to River Edge

The borough appointed two new faces to its legal team, while renewing all prior appointments

Curse of the Incumbent Claims Another as Cordts Steps Down in River Edge

After one term, Paul Cordts is the latest incumbent to not be reelected for the fifth straight year

Acquafredda, Cappola Take Council Seats in River Edge

Councilmen-elect Vito Acquafredda and Anthony Cappola were sworn in today while Thomas Papaleo was named Council President

Assemblyman Schroeder Indicted on Theft of Millions, Misconduct Charges

Robert Schroeder allegedly stole $1.8 million from investors and wrote $3.4 million in bad checks for loan payments.

2013 Could Bring Decision on Sandy Sidewalk Repairs Funding

A potential shared service with New Milford will continue to be explored after new councils in both towns take over

"Different World" Could Cost River Edge Transit Village Project

The borough and NJ Transit will have to meet in 2013 to discuss what to do with plans for a Transit Village near New Bridge

Residents, Developer at Odds over Proposed Park Avenue Duplexes

A proposed zoning change ordinance for Park Avenue to allow duplexes was abandoned Monday night but may be reintroduced in 2013