Controversial Housing Development Hearing Wednesday

The Hillsdale Planning Board is scheduled to hold a hearing for Caliber Builders' plan for a property on Ell Road Wednesday.

New Law Allows Raising of Flood-Prone Homes

Homeowners can raise their houses to a "new and appropriate elevation" set by FEMA standards without seeking a variance from local officials.

Westwood Hosting Revaluation Presentations For Residents

Representatives from Appraisal Systems Inc. will explain the revaluation process for residents at three meetings later this month.

Schroeder Stands to Lose Washington Township Home

TD Bank filed to lift a court ordered freeze on the state assemblyman's assets last week, according to a media report.

Washington Avenue Railroad Crossing Closing Thursday

The crossing will be closed after the one at First Avenue is reopened.

Hillsdale Can't Stop United Water Dam Project, Judge Rules

The judge found that only the Department of Environmental Protection has authority over dams in New Jersey.

Court Awards $2,500 to Westwood Attorney For Junk Faxes

Joseph Oettinger sued three companies which sent him unsolicited faxes.

Irvington St. Crossing Reopens Thursday, First Ave. Closing Friday

Crews are working to improve intersections along Broadway in Westwood to allow better traffic flow.

Westwood Council Eases Outdoor Dining Rules

Restaurants will be allowed to put out more outdoor tables and chairs during dinner through October.

Home Inspections For Westwood Revaluation Starting Soon

The revaluation will affect property taxes starting next year.

Washington Twp. Officials Investigating Meeting Broadcasts

Township meetings may be televised like they are in some other area towns.

Washington Township Cell Tower Deal Nearing Completion

The tower could be built by the end of the year, if all goes smoothly.

Court Trustee Pushes For Assemblyman Schroeder's Arrest

Donald V. Biase filed a motion Tuesday to have Assemblyman Robert Schroeder held in contempt of court and proposed the court have the Washington Township resident arrested by U.S. Marshals.

Washington Twp. Council Passes Generator Law

The new ordinance sets rules for residential generators.

Hillsdale Officials Consider Energy-Efficient Field Lighting

PSE&G charges the borough a monthly "standby charge" for the large amount of electricity available at Centennial Field.

Stonybrook Swim Club Plans Renovations

The Hillsdale Council approved a $106,000 contract this week for the work.

Hillsdale Woman Sues Town, Claims Road Built on Her Property

Pamela Kraycinovich filed a lawsuit against the town seeking to have them purchase the Beechnut Street land.

Washington Twp. Council President Enforces Strict 'Five Minute' Rule

Steve Cascio has allowed residents and officials to speak for just five minutes each during council meetings, drawing ire from residents

Washington Township Wins Grant For Memorial Field Work

Officials will apply for another grant for more work on the field.

Westwood Police Promotion Change Put on Hold

Councilman Robert Miller said the discussion had become "heavily emotional."

Bill Would Ease Restrictions For Flood-Prone Homeowners

Homeowners would be able to raise their houses to a "new and appropriate elevation" set by FEMA standards.

Towns, Schools Team Up For Lightning Detection System

The municipal governments and schools of Westwood, Washington Township and Emerson will purchase a lightning detection system together.

Port Authority to Study Bus Terminal Upgrades

Midtown Manhattan terminal already at capacity in peak hours, agency says.

Washington Township May Televise Government Meetings

Some residents have repeatedly asked for council and other meetings to be broadcast.

IRS Will Determine Twp. Attorney's Employment Status

Members of the Washington Township Council have questioned whether Township Attorney Kenneth Poller counts as an employee or a contractor.

Legislators Call For Train Fare Hike Repeal

The New Jersey State Assembly passed a resolution recommending the recent fare hike on Pascack Valley, Main and Bergen Line trains be rescinded.

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.

Broadway Improvements to Alleviate Traffic Congestion

Traffic and train service will be affected once the work starts in downtown Westwood next month.

Township Council Approves New $120K Generator Contract

Washington Township has rented an emergency generator for the Municipal Complex since Hurricane Irene.

Washington Twp. Attorney Wants Employment Status Discussed in Public

Officials have questioned whether Kenneth Poller counts as a full-time employee or a contractor.

Prosecutor: No Investigation of Terminal Leave Payment Needed

Members of the Washington Township Council had requested the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office investigate a payment made to the former police chief.

Sobkowicz Team Wins Washington Township Republican Primary

Janet Sobkowicz, Peter Calamari and Tom Sears won the Republican Party's nominations and may face just one Democrat in November.

Community Garden Plots Available to Westwood Residents

The new garden is located in Westvale Park.

Letter: Support D'Urso For Mayor

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Assemblyman Schroeder Will Fight Criminal Charges

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

Council Primary Elections Uncontested in Westwood, Hillsdale

Both parties has two candidates running for two seats in both boroughs.

Board OKs BP's Plan to Reopen Former Getty Station

The Washington Township Planning Board unanimously approved the plan to reopen the gas station under a new brand.

Anti-Fracking Activists Don Ostrich Costumes to Seek Support in Westwood

Food & Water Watch aims to convince New Jersey lawmakers to override Chris Christie's veto of a bill which would ban waste from hydraulic fracturing.

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.

Letter: 14-Year-Old Supports Sobkowicz Team

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