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Joseph Zemaites

Police & Fire
River Edge PD Asks: How Are We Doing? River Edge PD Asks: How Are We Doing?
River Edge PD Asks: How Are We Doing? River Edge residents and merchants are invited to assess the borough's police department as part of a process known as accreditation. Members of the department and borough employees also are encouraged to call during the scheduled phone-in period on Tuesday, Nov. 7, from 10-11 a.m. THE NUMBER: (201) 414-6021 Telephone comments will be fielded by an assessment team from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, whose members will examine “all aspects" of the department's policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services, River Edge Police Chief Michael Walker…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Police & Fire
New River Edge Police Chief Brings Fresh, Effective Approach To Serving, Protecting New River Edge Police Chief Brings Fresh, Effective Approach To Serving, Protecting
New River Edge Police Chief Brings Fresh, Effective Approach To Serving, Protecting River Edge Police Chief Michael Walker has been the borough’s top cop for barely a year, but he's already made huge strides in refitting his department. People who hear "reorganization" often worry about the effect on taxes. Walker made sure to take care of that. Shortly after becoming chief last May, the new chief addressed promotions and additions.  At first, he worked with the mayor and council to bring back the captain’s position, which had remained vacant for more than 20 years. Capt. Craig Casey has been in the job since last September. Once he had that move completed, Walker back-…

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by Jerry DeMarco