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🌱 Patch AM: Secaucus Police Blotter, Aug. 10 - Aug. 16

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Tuesday August 18th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

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In today's newsletter:

  • See where Secaucus police made arrests around town last week
  • Secaucus man gets probation for anti-gay harassment at local church
  • Why a Secaucus arrest is shaking Hudson County politics

Also on today's calendar: The Largest Renew Selection Secaucus Has Ever Seen and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 86 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and hot, temps: high: 90, low: 72.
  • Thursday: Some sun with a shower or two, with a high of 83 and low of 68 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. Secaucus Police Blotter, Aug. 10 - Aug. 16 (patch.com) — Secaucus residents can see a full rundown of last week's police activity, including multiple arrests on local warrants, shoplifting and burglary cases tied to Castle Road and New County Road. The blotter details when and where officers responded, how suspects were processed, and emphasizes that all charges remain accusations at this stage.
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2. No Prison Time For Secaucus Man Who Threatened To Punch 2 Gay Men (patch.com) — Secaucus readers are learning that longtime resident Alfred "Alfredo" Viggiano received probation, counseling, and a stay-away order after pleading guilty to bias intimidation for harassing two gay parishioners at the Episcopal Church of Our Savior on Flanagan Way. The case, captured on video and linked to his prior local bias incidents, has drawn attention to how hate-motivated harassment is handled in town courts.
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3. Anti-corruption candidate now faces corruption charges in NJ (wearenewjersey.com) — A former Hudson County official was arrested at the prosecutor's office in Secaucus, accused of diverting more than $250,000 in county funds for personal use between 2024 and 2026. The case stems from an audit ordered by County Executive Craig Guy and comes just a year after the suspect's unsuccessful anti-corruption Assembly campaign.
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4. Which elite talents are back? Returning All-Group Girls Volleyball players for 2026 (nj.com subscription) — Two Secaucus High School standouts, seniors Sarah Veloz and Isabella Pablos, are recognized among New Jersey's returning All-Group girls volleyball players for the 2026 season. The statewide list spotlights top talent across all groups, giving local fans a reason to watch closely as the new season begins in a few weeks.
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5. 14 people charged in alleged Penn State fraternity cocaine trafficking ring (wqad.com) — One of the 14 people charged in an alleged Penn State fraternity cocaine ring is a 22-year-old Secaucus resident, tying this major Pennsylvania case back to Hudson County. Investigators say fraternity members bought large quantities of cocaine, had pledges package it, and resold it for profit, leading to a slate of felony and misdemeanor charges.
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šŸ“ø Around Secaucus

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šŸ—“ Upcoming Events in Secaucus

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Other local events
    Tuesday August 18
  • Rainbow Elders Virtual Meeting
    Hudson Pride Center 176 Palisade Ave 3rd floor, Jersey City, NJ 07306
    6:00 pm
  • Beyond the Binary
    Hudson Pride Center Jersey City Location, 3000 John F. Kennedy Blvd Suite 306, Jersey City, NJ, 07306, United States
    6:00 pm
  • Senior Freeze Property Tax Relief Session
    City of Jersey City Temple Beth-El, 2419 JFK Boulevard
    6:00 pm
  • Environmental Commission Meeting
    City of Jersey City Zoom
    6:30 pm
  • Wednesday August 19
  • City Council Meeting
    City of Jersey City Council Chambers 280 Grove St. Jersey City NJ 07302
    6:00 pm
  • Thursday August 20
  • Senior Freeze Property Tax Relief Application
    City of Jersey City St. Aloysius Church Duffy Hall
    6:00 am
  • JCCS Court Outreach @ St. Lucy's Shelter
    City of Jersey City St. Lucy's Emergency Shelter, 619 Grove St., Jersey City, NJ 07
    9:00 am
  • Board of Education Meeting
    Secaucus School District Secaucus, NJ 07094
    7:00 pm

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šŸ—“ Events Nearby

    Tuesday August 18
  • Rainbow Elders Virtual Meeting
    Hudson Pride Center 176 Palisade Ave 3rd floor, Jersey City, NJ 07306
    6:00 pm
  • Senior Freeze Property Tax Relief Session
    City of Jersey City Temple Beth-El, 2419 JFK Boulevard
    6:00 pm
  • Beyond the Binary
    Hudson Pride Center Jersey City Location, 3000 John F. Kennedy Blvd Suite 306, Jersey City, NJ, 07306, United States
    6:00 pm
  • Environmental Commission Meeting
    City of Jersey City Zoom
    6:30 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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