Special 2023 Budget Meeting Is Wednesday For Wayne Council

Wayne officials will seek to address a projected $4 million deficit as they present a proposed budget for 2023.

Wayne Election 2023: See Council Candidates Who Filed To Run

There are contested races coming up in four Wayne wards, where incumbents are seeking to hold their spots.

Appointed Wayne Judge Is First To Wear Hijab On Superior Court Bench

Nadia Kahf will preside over family court in Passaic County after a year-long wait for her appointment to be approved.

Road Resurfacing, Historic Preservation Grant On Wayne Council Agenda

Council is looking to secure a grant to rehabilitate and restore the historic Van Duyne House, and resurface Demarest Road.

Passaic Co. Rent Went Up 10 Percent Last Year, Surpassing Most Of U.S.

The average rental unit in Passaic County now costs roughly $2.2K per month, according to new data from Zillow.

Wayne Brewery Calls For NJ To Change Recent Industry Restrictions

Gov. Phil Murphy called for reforms to the liquor-license system hampering microbreweries. But the businesses want action sooner.

Wayne Mayor Pulls Pay-Raise Request After Public Backlash: Report

Christopher Vergano sought to make the mayorship full-time, which would have raised his salary by 647 percent.

Mayor's Controversial Pay Raise Set For Vote From Wayne Council

Christopher Vergano says Wayne deserves a full-time mayor. Critics question the proposed salary increase of 647 percent.

647% Salary Increase For Mayor? Wayne Council To Consider A Raise

Christopher Vergano could become a full-time mayor, with his annual pay going from $18,750 to $140K.

Post-Holiday Christmas Tree Collection In Wayne: What To Know

There's still more than a week until Christmas. But it's not too early to make a plan for getting rid of the tree after the holidays.

Wayne 2022 School Board Election Results: Challengers Lead Tally

3 challengers hold the top spots in an 8-candidate field that includes the board's current president.

Bill Pascrell Wins NJ-9 Election, AP Says; Billy Prempeh Stays In Race

Republican challenger Billy Prempeh did not concede Tuesday night, saying his attorneys are 'working on it.'

Wayne 2022 Early Election Results: School Board Tally Underway

Here are the unofficial results from the 2022 Wayne school board election.

2022 Election Guide For Wayne: Candidates, How To Vote

Here's what Wayne residents need to know about voting in the general election in 2022.

Early Voting In Wayne: How To Vote In-Person Before Election Day

New Jersey's early-voting period will run from Saturday through Nov. 6. Here's what to know.

Wayne Cop Thought He'd Die During Sandy Incident, He Defied The Odds

A doctor told Robert Franco after Superstorm Sandy that he'd likely never walk again. But he did more, returning to the Wayne police force.

Ukraine Flag To Fly In Passaic Co. City For Nation's Independence Day

As Ukraine continues battling Russia, community members in New Jersey will honor the nation.

Work Begins On Bike Path That Will Begin In Wayne

An abandoned stretch of railroad will become a 4.8-mile path for cyclists and pedestrians. Officials expect to complete the work in 2024.

Wayne To Raise Pride Flag For The 2nd Time

The township first raised the flag during Pride Month last year. The new tradition continues Wednesday.

Primary Election Day: Who's On The Ballot, Where To Vote In Wayne

Congressional seats are up for grabs in this year's elections.

How Diverse Is Wayne PD? New NJ Report Sheds Light

The state released data on the demographics of all police agencies in NJ. Here's what it says about the Wayne Police Department.

Most Off-Duty Cops Can Smoke Weed In NJ, But Maybe Not For Long

Some cities have banned cops from consuming cannabis off-duty. It remains unknown whether legislators will take similar action statewide.

Wayne Turns 175: 10 Key Moments In The Township's History

Although the township just turned 175, many key moments came centuries and millennia ago, according to The Wayne Museum.

Tax Increase In Proposed Wayne Budget Raises Dispute

The budget proposal brought out disagreements between Mayor Christopher Vergano and Council Member Al Sadowski about township finances.

Wayne Council To Vote On Introducing Municipal Budget Wednesday

The Township Council will vote Wednesday night on introducing the municipal budget.

Ukraine Flag To Get Raised At Wayne Candlelight Vigil

The Wayne Township Council recently unanimously passed a resolution supporting Ukrainians and their nation's sovereignty.

Outdoor Dining In Wayne Could Be Here To Stay

Wayne expanded outdoor dining during the pandemic. The relaxed regulations will remain in place until at least the end of the year.

Wayne Council Passes Resolution Supporting Ukrainians

The Township Council's resolution included support for sanctions from the United States to 'fully isolate the Putin regime economically.'

Federal Omnibus Bill Has Money For Several Passaic Co. Projects

President Biden signed a $1.5 trillion spending bill. A bit will support endeavors around Passaic County. Here's where the money will go.

Gov. Murphy's $49B NJ Budget Focuses On Property Taxes, Relief

With some of the nation's highest property taxes and the economic windfall of the pandemic, here are some of Gov. Murphy's proposals.

Wayne Police Reported No 'Major' Infractions In 2021

6 Passaic Co. law-enforcement agencies reported officer misconduct, but none from Wayne faced 'major' discipline in the timeframe.

Wayne Appoints 3 New Officers, Plus A Business Administrator

Officials made appointments to several important positions at Wednesday's Township Council meeting.

T-Mobile Data Breach: How New Jerseyans Can Protect Personal Info

Millions had their names, social security numbers and other info compromised. Here are the steps people potentially affected can take.

Here's Where Wayne Falls On NJ's Redrawn District Map

Wayne is set to remain in the same district. Here's where things stand.

Ukraine's Twitter Follows NJ, And Hardly Anyone Else: Here's Why

The Garden State has recieved international attention after a callout from Ukraine online explaining why the nation follows NJ social media.

Dates To Remember This Week In Wayne

Here's what's happening at Town Hall and across Wayne.

Wayne's Average Property Tax Bill Increases Slightly

It's no secret property taxes are high in New Jersey. Here's how much Wayne homeowners are paying.

Passaic Co. Fire Needs Federal Investigation: Rep. Bill Pascrell

'Serious questions remain about the proximate cause of the fire and scope of the hazard posed by the substances stored,' Pascrell said.

Racial Discrimination Kept NJ Campus Cop From Promotion: Lawsuit

The cop also claims the university retaliated against him for trying to protect the jobs of fellow officers, according to the lawsuit.

Wayne-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Data

The Passaic County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.