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A Bergen County municipality is launching a comprehensive program designed to spur growth that benefits residents as well as current and future businesses in the area.
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Bergen town touts redevelopment plan as 'defining moment' for borough
A Bergen County municipality is launching a comprehensive program designed to spur growth that benefits residents as well as businesses.
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December 9, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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It's time to decide. Will Buddy beat Zuzu's petals? Will an angel get its wings, or will Santa's sleigh fly?
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'It's a Wonderful Life' v. 'Elf'! Vote for your favorite holiday movie
It's time to decide. Will Buddy beat Zuzu's petals? Will an angel get its wings, or will Santa's sleigh fly? .
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December 4, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Route 17 once ran through farms and villages. Growth after World War II brought malls, traffic and safety fights that shaped today's holiday corridor.
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How NJ Route 17 changed from rural road to crowded holiday corridor
Route 17 once ran through farms and villages. Growth after World War II brought malls, traffic and safety fights that shaped today's holiday corridor.
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December 3, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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A legendary Morris County steakhouse is changing ownership after a third generation and nearly century-long run.
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What's next for iconic North Jersey steakhouse after business is sold?
Legendary Mendham steakhouse Sammy's is changing ownership after a third generation and nearly century-long run.
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December 2, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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What are some charities in North Jersey that are launching fundraising around Giving Tuesday?
We broke out a list for you.
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On Giving Tuesday, consider donating to these North Jersey nonprofits
Giving Tuesday aims to drive donations to nonprofits helping those in need. It falls on Dec. 2 in 2025.
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November 29, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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The Newark Archdiocese plan to consolidate has left parishioners with a swirl of emotions, from confusion to hope to defiance.
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North Jersey Catholics wary of plan to merge dozens of parishes
The Newark Archdiocese plan to consolidate has left parishioners with a swirl of emotions, from confusion to hope to defiance.
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November 28, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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Featuring three selected by our food writer, and a fan favorite (voted by you), here are four fantastic chicken parms to try in North Jersey.
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Where to get the best chicken parm in North Jersey
Featuring three selected by our food writer, and a fan favorite (voted by you), here are four fantastic chicken parms to try in North Jersey.
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November 26, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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NJ DOT failed to provide records showing why company with lower score got bid for widening project to reduce traffic congestion.
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Decision on major contract for Route 17 project shrouded in mystery
NJ DOT failed to provide records showing why company with lower score got bid for widening project to reduce traffic congestion.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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Want to grab a bite to eat — between your bites to eat — this Turkey Day weekend? Check out one of these recently-opened culinary hot spots.
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Home for Thanksgiving? Try one of these 15 new restaurants
Want to grab a bite to eat — between your bites to eat — this Turkey Day weekend? Check out one of these recently-opened culinary hot spots.
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November 22, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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Here is what to know about the various parking options in and around Newark Airport.
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What are the best parking options for Newark Airport?
Does it make more sense to drive to Newark Airport and park there or try to get a ride? Judge for yourself based on these options.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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A few weeks after climbing Africa's highest peak — in his wheelchair — Jeff Harmon said the Mount Kilimanjaro he had envisioned wasn’t the mountain he encountered in Tanzania.
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An NJ man set out to climb Kilimanjaro in his wheelchair. The mountain had other plans
Jeff Harmon took on Africa's highest peak with over 130 helpers and learned to let go of his plans when the mountain had other ideas.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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A shopping center in Montvale is poised to see several new additions as the Borough Planning Board prepares to review the potential businesses' applications during its upcoming meeting, Mayor Mike Ghassali announced.
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A new Trader Joe's in Bergen County? New additions eyed for this shopping center
The Montvale Planning Board will hear applications for several new businesses, including a Trader Joe's, a CAVA and more during its Dec. 2 meeting.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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The last remnants of Fair Lawn’s iconic Nabisco factory were finally removed this fall after almost two years of demolition work at the local landmark, which brought the aroma of baked cookies to Bergen County for generations.
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Last remnants of Nabisco cookie plant finally gone. What's next for Route 208 site?
After an implosion was canceled, a long dismantling of the former snack factory along Route 208 is finally over. But redevelopment plans are in flux.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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The people arrested in an illegal sports gambling ring were part of a complex operation led by a prominent member in organized crime, officials said.
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Court documents detail how alleged illegal gambling ring operated in NJ
The people arrested in an illegal sports gambling ring were part of a complex operation led by a prominent member in organized crime, officials said.
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November 15, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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Llama Sam, a restaurant serving classic Peruvian dishes with a modern twist and homemade desserts, plans to open on Bergen Street at the end of November.
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Three friends opening Peruvian restaurant in Hackensack, making a dream come true
Llama Sam, a restaurant serving classic Peruvian dishes with a modern twist and homemade desserts, plans to open on Bergen Street later in November.
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November 14, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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The bill was pitched as a pro-housing measure, but one critic called it a "misguided" move that would circumvent local control.
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NJ affordable housing bill would allow nonprofits, churches to bypass zoning restrictions
The bill was pitched as a pro-housing measure, but one critic called it a "misguided" move that would circumvent local control..
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November 13, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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Significant schedule changes could upend rail service for NJ Transit and Amtrak customers in early 2026 so workers can get some of the final pieces in place to open the new Portal North Bridge next year, NorthJersey.com has learned.
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Cutover to new Portal Bridge could disrupt NJ Transit, Amtrak train service for 6 weeks
Some trains will likely be rerouted or canceled over a six-week period as tracks get switched from old to new rail bridge over the Hackensack River.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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These are the top restaurants in North Jersey according to Yelp elites:
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These are the top places to eat in North Jersey according to Yelp 'elites'
Do the Yelp "elites" know the local food scene better than the "rest of us"? Here are their picks for the 50 best restaurants in the region.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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The grieving family of a North Haledon man who died when his SUV collided with a dump truck at a dangerous intersection has admonished officials after a second crash occurred there less than five months later.
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Family of Hawthorne crash victim 'living a nightmare,' still plead for action
The recent crash was a traumatic reminder for some of the June 11 collision in Hawthorne that killed 56-year-old Johnny Azar.
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November 8, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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Democrats could expand their majority in the New Jersey Assembly by as many as five seats. Here is what to know.
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Democrats stand to claim as many as five seats in the NJ Assembly. What to know
Democrats could expand their majority in the New Jersey Assembly by as many as five seats. Here is what to know.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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Potential successors in the 11th Congressional District include a former congressman and a county commissioner. Here's the early speculation.
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Who will replace Mikie Sherrill in Congress? Passaic commissioner joins list of contenders
Potential successors in the 11th Congressional District include a former congressman and a county commissioner. Here's the early speculation.
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November 6, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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Election Day has come and gone in New Jersey with voters choosing the state's next governor, in addition to many other races on the county and local levels.
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Live updates as New Jersey sorts through aftermath of historic Election Day
Election Day has come and gone in New Jersey with voters choosing the state's next governor, in addition to many other races on the local levels.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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Bergen County officials are reassuring voters that all polling locations remain safe and open following a series of fraudulent bomb threats made to schools and polling sites early on Nov. 4, prompting a swift regional law enforcement response.
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Bergen County confirms all polling stations safe and open after bomb threats
Bergen County officials are reassuring voters that all polling locations remain safe and open after a series of fraudulent bomb threats early Nov. 4.
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November 4, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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A famous Jersey bar pie, "never-before-seen" crêpe and more most impressed food writer Kara VanDooijeweert this week.
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This iconic NJ pizza was the best thing we ate this week
Anthony Bourdain loved this bar pie, and so did food writer Kara VanDooijeweert. Here's where to try the famous dish.
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November 1, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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Cake & Cone in East Rutherford will be on the big screen as a setting in an upcoming Netflix movie.
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October 31, 2025 at 1:37 PM