Bergen County Man Allegeldy Tricked Elderly Woman To Giving Him $1M, Authorities Say

Sonny Y. Lee told a Connecticut woman the money would be donated to a Christian charity, county prosecutor said.

The Secret To Long Life? Bacon, Miller High Life, And Johnnie Walker

Bergen County woman Agnes Fenton celebrated 110th birthday recently.

Hillsdale Ranked 14th Safest Town In N.J.

Annual safety and security report by Safewise.com says low crime, new police chief make up township's ranking.

Westwood Ranked 12th Safest Town In N.J.

Annual safety and security report by Safewise.com says low crime, new police chief make up township's ranking.

The 50 Safest Towns In New Jersey: Westwood, Hillsdale In Top 20

Safewise released a list released this week of the safest towns in New Jersey, noting that the state’s violent crime is dropping.

Being In A Hot Car Can Damage Kids' Brains, Doctor Says

Dr. Jeffrey Bienstock, chairman of pediatrics at Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, says dying is not the only risk to children left in hot cars.

Dave And Buster's Hopes To Open Bergen County Restaurant: Report

Chain is waiting for Gov. Christie to sign a law allowing them to operate in N.J. Paramus, Meadowlands, and maybe Wayne possible locations.

American Pharoah Wins Haskell Invitational

Triple Crown winner and 1/9 favorite wins by three lengths.

Sharks, Shoplifter Banned From Walmart and Hating On Jersey: July On Patch

Check out the top stories that made headlines on New Jersey Patch sites in July.

Bulldog Rescued From Hot Car, Man Asks For Leniency In Madoff Scam, Drone Footage Shows New Brunswick Fire Aftermath

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on recent news in New Jersey, including police stories and a Good News roundup.

Meet A NY Giant, Take A Walk At Nature Center This Weekend

Westwood carnival will be held Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m.

Teacher Blames Brain For Teen Sex, Top Cop Claims Sex Harassment, $1M For 'Real Housewife' Return Tops North Jersey News

See Patch's biggest headlines of the past week in one spot.

Man Allegedly Found Hiding in Ex-Girlfriend's Home, 'Powdered' Nose Blamed on Donut Tops NJ Crime News

Three middle-aged women arrested for prostitution in Morris County.

Teacher Blames Brain For Teen Sex, Top Cop Claims Sex Harassment, $1M For 'Real Housewife' Return Tops North Jersey News

See Patch's biggest headlines of the past week in one spot.

Teresa Giudice To Be Paid $1M To Come Back To 'RHONJ': Report

Cast members Melissa Gorga and Dina Manzo want raises too.

Dave & Buster's Is One Step Closer To N.J.: Report

State Senate approved a bill that would repeal archaic law banning businesses with both liquor and amusement game licenses from operating.

Bergen County Opens Cooling Centers

Centers open for the next few days until 6 p.m., officials announced Monday.

PHOTOS: Rosie O'Donnell's $7M Bergen County Home Is Up For Sale

Six-bedroom English Country-style home is on the market less than two years after O'Donnell bought it for $6.4 million, reports say.

American Pharoah Owner Asks Judge To Toss Libel Suit: Report

Ahmed Zayat's lawyers say he was defending himself against a convicted felon's lawsuit when he made statements to the media in May.

How Far Does $100 Go In New Jersey?

A new study confirms what many New Jerseyans already know.

Alligator Captured / Politician Punches Blind Vet / Child Abuse / Professor Hides Drugs / United Flights Grounded / $239 Fine For Driver Who Killed Toddler

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North Jersey Casino Ballot Question Longshot For November: Report

South Jersey resistance on putting a casino in the north means a statewide referendum will most likely have to wait until next year.

Eight Bergen County Restaurants On Zagat's Top 50 In N.J.

Cafe Matisse comes in at fourth. Ramsey boasts three in the top 35.

NJ Transit Offering Extra Bus Service For July 4 Weekend

Modified service, extra trips scheduled this weekend.

New Jersey July 4 Fireworks Guide

Where can you see fireworks this Independence Day in New Jersey? Find out here.

10 Officials, 7 Businessmen From Bergen Tapped To Aid Christie's Campaign

Former colleagues, friends, including a Ridgewood resident, join bid for the White House announced Tuesday.

What's The July 4 Forecast For North Jersey?

Partly sunny skies with a high near 84 expected for Saturday.

Rain Expected To Give Way To A Hot Independence Day Weekend

Partly sunny skies with a high near 84 expected for Saturday.

North Jersey Same-Sex Advocacy Group Celebrates Gay Marriage Ruling

Garden State Equality said the organization can now address other issues gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender residents have.

President Jimmy Carter To Sign Copies Of 'A Full Life' July 8

Carter will be at the Ridgewood YMCA.

Authorities Seize More Than 3,300 Cartons Of Contraband Cigarettes During GWB Traffic Stop: Police

Truck stopped on the lower level of the bridge, authorities said.

Boy's Organs Save Others / Bagel Shop Explosion Burns Teen / Christie To Announce Prez Bid / Music Video Proposal

Did you miss something on Patch this week? Catch up with a look back at the top regional stories.

New Jersey Takes To Social Media After Reported Tornado

Residents post photos and videos using the hashtag #NJTornado2015 Tuesday following the reported tornado and severe weather.

Severe Thunderstorms, Hail Possible This Week

Damaging winds and large hail could hit North Jersey Tuesday.

President Jimmy Carter To Sign Copies Of 'A Full Life' July 8 In Bergen County

Carter will be at the Ridgewood YMCA. Tickets available to purchase at Bookends Bookstore in Ridgewood.

$2B Gambling Ring Busted / Bears Roam School Campus / Body Found In Passaic River / Cops Storm Hotel For Suspects

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Share Your Father's Day Memories

Do you and your dad have a special Father's Day tradition? Do you have a special story or a photo of your dad you'd like to send in?

State Senator: Competition For North Jersey Casino 'Inspired' By South Jersey

Richard Codey says competition between three counties "hurts the chances for a casino."

Bergen County's American Pharoah Draws Crowd Of 30,000 To Churchhill Downs

Teaneck native's horse paraded around the track in first public appearance since winning the Triple Crown June 6.

Triple Crown Winner, Concert Riot, Truck Dumps Load On Car, Library Shooting, Reporter Cause of Death, Lady Gaga Sues Bars, Chris Christie, School Worker Roughs Up Child, Hospital Gouges Patients, Swatting in NJ

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