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Newly Re-Elected Ridgewood Mayor Steps Down As 30-Year Owner Of Greek Restaurant Newly Re-Elected Ridgewood Mayor Steps Down As 30-Year Owner Of Greek Restaurant
Newly Re-Elected Ridgewood Mayor Steps Down As 30-Year Owner Of Greek Restaurant After nearly 30 years at the helm of It’s Greek to Me, Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos has announced his decision to step away from the restaurant. Vagianos shared the news with mixed emotions, reflecting on the deep connection he has fostered with Ridgewood since moving his family to what he calls “the most wonderful town in America.” “It’s been an incredible ride,” Vagianos expressed. "Little did I realize that when I moved my family to the most wonderful town in America that I would be in a business that became my passion for almost 3 decades." Vagianos was re-elected as mayor alongside&n…
Meet Actor Tim Matheson, Star Of 'Animal House', 'West Wing' In North Jersey Meet Actor Tim Matheson, Star Of 'Animal House', 'West Wing' In North Jersey
Meet Actor Tim Matheson, Star Of 'Animal House', 'West Wing' In North Jersey Tim Matheson, who starred in the comedy classic "Animal House" is ready to tell his story. Matheson is signing copies of his new book, "Damn Glad to Meet You" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Wednesday, Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. In his seven-decade career, Matheson has worked in both movies and TV, and tells stories about working with Lucille Ball, Dick Van Dyke, Steven Spielberg, and Aaron Sorkin, according to a synopsis. Matheson also talks about how he transitioned from acting to directing and his time on "The West Wing" according to a synopsis.  For more information on the signing, click…
Meet Michael Ray Richardson, Who Played For Knicks, Nets, In North Jersey Meet Michael Ray Richardson, Who Played For Knicks, Nets, In North Jersey
Meet Michael Ray Richardson, Who Played For Knicks, Nets, In North Jersey Michael Ray Richardson was a four-time NBA All Star who starred for the Knicks and Nets before being banned for drug use, starting him on a road to redemption. Richardson is signing copies of his new book "Banned: How I Squandered an All-Star NBA Career Before Finding My Redemption," at Bookends in Ridgewood on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. On the Knicks, Richardson led the league in assists and steals, and made the All-Defensive team twice, while also playing for the Nets and Warriors. In 1986, Richardson was banned from the NBA for repeated drugs and alcohol violations. Richardson played fo…
Suspended Driver Arrested, Another Hospitalized In Crash That Sent Vehicle Into Ridgewood Home Suspended Driver Arrested, Another Hospitalized In Crash That Sent Vehicle Into Ridgewood Home
Suspended Driver Arrested, Another Hospitalized In Crash That Sent Vehicle Into Ridgewood Home A wanted motorist driving on a suspended license was arrested and another was hospitalized in a crash Sunday morning, Nov. 3 in Ridgewood, police said. Andrew Tucker, 42, of Park Ridge, was heading south on W. Saddle River Roda when he tried passing a southbound Tesla turning left onto Terhune around 10:15 a.m., Ridgewood Police Capt. Glenn Ender said. The impact caused the Honda to leave the roadway, sending it into the garage of 471 W. Saddle River Road, the captain said.  Tucker was arrested on warrants out of Hasbrouck Heights and issued several summons including driving whil…
Meet Christina Ricci In North Jersey Meet Christina Ricci In North Jersey
Meet Christina Ricci In North Jersey Wednesday is coming to Bergen County on Thursday. Christina Ricci, who played Wednesday Addams in “The Addams Family” is signing copies of her new guidebook to tarot cards at Bookends in Ridgewood on Thursday, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. “Cat Full of Spiders Tarot Deck and Guidebook” is a surrealist dive into the cinematic subconscious of the iconic actress, according to a synopsis, she takes readers through a retrospective of her personal and professional journey told through tarot. The set also comes with a guidebook explaining each tarot card’s meaning as well as suggestions for simple spreads for…
Meet Celebrity Chef Bobby Flay in North Jersey Meet Celebrity Chef Bobby Flay in North Jersey
Meet Celebrity Chef Bobby Flay in North Jersey Many people dream of beating Bobby Flay. But if you live in Bergen County, you can settle for meeting Bobby Flay. Bobby Flay is signing copies of his new cookbook “Bobby Flay: Chapter One” at Bookends in Ridgewood on Monday, Oct. 28 at 6 p.m. “Bobby Flay: Chapter One” is a lookback on Flay’s career and features 100 recipes from the first leg of his career, according to a synopsis. The recipes are accompanied by photographs, and stories about working with restaurants and his early TV appearance. Recipes include King Crab Gumbo with Crab Rice and Crispy Okra or his signature Shrimp and Roast…
Car Struck By Train In Fair Lawn Car Struck By Train In Fair Lawn
Car Struck By Train In Fair Lawn Service to the Main-Bergen Line was delayed Friday night, Oct. 18 after a car was struck by a train in Fair Lawn. Photo(s) of the day, 10/18/2024: In what is apparently becoming an increasingly familiar scenario in Northwest Bergen... Posted by Boyd A. Loving on Friday, October 18, 2024 Fair Lawn police said that the car mistakenly turned onto the tracks.  Port Jervis Line train 63, which left Hoboken at 6:37 p.m. and was scheduled to arrive in Port Jervis at 9:12 p.m., struck the vehicle on the tracks at the Morlot Avenue Crossing just before 7:30 p.m., NJ Transit officials …
Meet Matty Matheson From Hit Show 'The Bear' In North Jersey Meet Matty Matheson From Hit Show 'The Bear' In North Jersey
Meet Matty Matheson From Hit Show 'The Bear' In North Jersey As an actor, producer and chef, Matty Matheson wears many hats. The multi-hyphenate is now bringing his author talents to Bergen County. Matheson, who stars and executive produces "The Bear," will be signing copies of his new cookbook, "Matty Matheson: Soups, Salads, Sandwiches: A Cookbook" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Thursday, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m.  The cookbook is designed to revolutionize how you think about the kitchen basics, with recipes like giant meatball soup in beefy tomato broth, griddled salami panzanella salad; and a sandwich with banana bread french toast with fried egg, peam…
Meet Anika Noni Rose, 'Princess And The Frog' Star In North Jersey Meet Anika Noni Rose, 'Princess And The Frog' Star In North Jersey
Meet Anika Noni Rose, 'Princess And The Frog' Star In North Jersey The legacy of "The Princess and The Frog" lives on in Bergen County. Anika Noni Rose, who voiced Tiana in the Disney animation classic, is signing copies of her new book, "Tiana's Perfect Plan" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 4 p.m. "Tiana's Perfect Plan" is a follow-up to the movie and involves Tiana and Naveen aiming to throw the best Mardi Gras party ever in New Orleans, according to a synopsis. Things get thrown for a loop when Naveen's parents, the king and queen of Maldonia decided to visit New Orleans to join in the celebration, according to a synopsis. This is Ros…
Teen Among 2 Struck By Cars In Ridgewood 30 Minutes Apart: Police Teen Among 2 Struck By Cars In Ridgewood 30 Minutes Apart: Police
Teen Among 2 Struck By Cars In Ridgewood 30 Minutes Apart: Police Two people including a 17-year-old boy were struck by vehicles in separate incidents minutes apart on Thursday morning, Oct. 10. The first incident involved the teen at 8:08 a.m., Ridgewood Police Capt. Glenn Ender said. He was riding an electric bicycle when he collided with a vehicle on Ackerman Avenue near Lenox. Minor injuries were reported and he was not hospitalized. Then, at 8:27 a.m., a 24-year-old woman was struck at N. Maple Avenue and E. Ridgewood Avenue. She was taken to The Valley Hospital in Paramus with minor injuries, Ender said.
Ayyyyyyy! Meet The Fonz, a.k.a. Henry Winkler In North Jersey Ayyyyyyy! Meet The Fonz, a.k.a. Henry Winkler In North Jersey
Ayyyyyyy! Meet The Fonz, a.k.a. Henry Winkler In North Jersey Jukeboxes in Bergen County beware. The Fonz is coming to town. Henry Winkler, who played the iconic character "Arthur Fonzarelli" on "Happy Days" will be signing copies of his new children's book "Detective Duck" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. "Detective Duck: The Case of the Missing Tadpole" is the second book in the "Detective Duck" series, and is about Willow Feathers McBeaver, a crime-solving duck, who launches an investigation when Tad the Tadpole goes missing from Dogwood Pond, according to a synopsis. Though he is most known for "Happy Days" and other TV show…
Bergen County Dad Spends Months Setting Up Next-Level Halloween Display Bergen County Dad Spends Months Setting Up Next-Level Halloween Display
Bergen County Dad Spends Months Setting Up Next-Level Halloween Display Halloween 2016 was a disappointing one for the Maltin family. The family had just moved into their beautiful new home at 294 West End Ave., in Ridgewood, and barely had any trick-or-treaters. In an effort to "drum up some spirit," the family's patriarch Peter Maltin decided to get creative. He started by sitting on the porch and scaring people. Then, over the years, he added decorations.  "That was the genesis to try to get more people here," the dad of three tells Daily Voice from his front yard as he sets up for this year's festivities. Each year, Maltin' Halloween display got a …
Popular Bergen County Chef Competing On New Season Of 'Hell's Kitchen' Popular Bergen County Chef Competing On New Season Of 'Hell's Kitchen'
Popular Bergen County Chef Competing On New Season Of 'Hell's Kitchen' Two New Jersey chefs, including one who works in Philadelphia, are on a brand-new season of "Hell's Kitchen" with Gordon Ramsay. Joe Tartamella, 35, the executive chef at Felina Restaurants in Ridgewood, Jersey City, and Summit, and Kyle Timpson, 30, of Dennis Township (Cape May County) are among the 18 contestants on a brand-new season of the hit FOX cooking competition. Season 23, titled"Head Chefs Only," debuted on Thursday, Sept. 26.  Contestants are divided into two teams, the Red Team, which is all women, and the Blue Team, which is all men. The Blue Team happens …
Meet Mike Keenan, Stanley Cup Winning Coach With Rangers, In North Jersey Meet Mike Keenan, Stanley Cup Winning Coach With Rangers, In North Jersey
Meet Mike Keenan, Stanley Cup Winning Coach With Rangers, In North Jersey He was the King of New York before becoming its biggest villain. And now the former coach is set to tell all in Bergen County. Mike Keenan, who coached the New York Rangers to a Stanley Cup in 1994, ending the team's 54-year drought, before quitting a month later over a contract dispute, will be signing copies of his new book "Iron Mike: My Life Behind the Bench," on Thursday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m. Bookends in Ridgewood The book features Keenan discussing his coaching career, from taking the Flyers to the Stanley Cup to two Stanley Cup finals, to his run in Chicago to that famous 1993-1994 seaso…
'The Couture Surgeon' Charged With DUI In Ridgewood Crash (UPDATE) 'The Couture Surgeon' Charged With DUI In Ridgewood Crash (UPDATE)
'The Couture Surgeon' Charged With DUI In Ridgewood Crash (Update) Police have identified the 44-year-old driver arrested following a crash Wednesday morning, Sept. 18 in Ridgewood. Julie Ferrauiola, of Haworth, has been charged with DUI, DUI through a school crossing with children present, and use of a handheld phone, and traffic on marked lanes in connection with the E. Ridgewood Avenue crash, court records show. Ferrauiola, who appears to go by "The Couture Surgeon" at her plastic surgery center on Prospect Street in Ridgewood, was behind the wheel of a white Chevrolet Equinox when she struck two parked cars while heading west on E. Ridgewood Avenue nea…
Meet ESPN's Mike Greenberg In North Jersey Meet ESPN's Mike Greenberg In North Jersey
Meet ESPN's Mike Greenberg In North Jersey ESPN personality Mike Greenberg is coming to North Jersey to finally settle your sports arguments once and for all. Greenberg is hosting a book signing for his new book "Got Your Answers: The 100 Greatest Sports Arguments Settled," on Monday, Sept. 23 at Bookends in Ridgewood at 6 p.m. Greenberg will be joined by co-author Paul Hembekides.  The book features Greenberg and Hembekides settling the 100 most-debated questions in sports while also offering up 100 lists that will tell you the best in football, baseball, hockey and boxing, according to a synopsis. Greenberg and Hemebekides re…
Prius Crashes Through Fence Behind Japanese Ridgewood Restaurant Prius Crashes Through Fence Behind Japanese Ridgewood Restaurant
Prius Crashes Through Fence Behind Japanese Ridgewood Restaurant Firefighters were called to Ridgewood on Friday evening, Sept. 13 where a black Toyota Prius crashed through a chain link fence, over a retaining wall, and into the back of a restaurant, according to incident reporter Boyd A. Loving. No injuries were reported in the incident, which left little to no damage to the building itself, Loving said. The crash happened around 9:15 p.m. behind Sakura Bana at 43 Franklin Ave., according to Loving. A flatbed tow truck winched the Toyota from the scene and, following a safety inspection from police, the Prius owner was permitted to drive off. Click he…
2-Alarm Fire Destroys Ridgewood Home 2-Alarm Fire Destroys Ridgewood Home
2-Alarm Fire Destroys Ridgewood Home A Ridgewood home was deemed uninhabitable by a fire that broke out Tuesday morning, Sept. 10, incident reporter Boyd A. Loving said. Photos from the scene shared by Loving show flames shooting through the roof of the house on the 300 block of Beveridge Road around 8:45 a.m. Photo(s) of the day, 09/10/2024: A single family home located in the 300 block of Beveridge Road, Ridgewood was... Posted by Boyd A. Loving on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 Photo(s) of the day, 09/10/2024: A single family home located in the 300 block of Beveridge Road, Ridgewood was... Posted by Boyd A…
Meet Kirk Cameron In North Jersey Meet Kirk Cameron In North Jersey
Meet Kirk Cameron In North Jersey Kirk Cameron, who gained fame playing Mike Seaver on the hit sitcom "Growing Pains" before becoming an evangelical activist is coming to Bergen County. Cameron is signing copies of his new book "Born to Be Brave: How to Be a Part of America's Spiritual Comeback" on Saturday, Sept. 14 at Bookends in Ridgewood at noon. In the book, Cameron offers tips on how to realign the country with Christian values, by using biblical insights and true stories of people who acted bravely out of love for God, according to a synopsis.  Cameron has written numerous books about his faith, along with a se…
Meet Stassi Schroeder, 'Vanderpump Rules' Star In North Jersey Meet Stassi Schroeder, 'Vanderpump Rules' Star In North Jersey
Meet Stassi Schroeder, 'Vanderpump Rules' Star In North Jersey Stassi Schroeder, who appeared for eight years on "Vanderpump Rules" wants to teach you how to act like a basic bitch. Schroeder will be signing copies of her new book, "You Can't Have It All: The Basic Bitch Guide to Taking the Pressure Off" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 6 p.m. The book is a candid guide to rethinking the girl boss life, taking the pressure off and lessons Schroeder learned since becoming a mother of two, according to a synopsis. Schroeder wrote the book after relaunching her career after leaving the hit Bravo reality TV show. This is Schroeder's thi…
Meet New York Giants Legends In North Jersey Meet New York Giants Legends In North Jersey
Meet New York Giants Legends In North Jersey Ready for New York Giants football to kick off while longing to relive the good old days when Big Blue dominated the league? Leonard Marshall, Jim Burt, Bart Oates and Joe Morris, who were on the 1986 New York Giants team that won Super Bowl XXI will be signing copies of the new book "Once a Giant" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Thursday, Sept. 5 at 6 p.m. Marshall, a defensive end, was also on the 1990 Giants team that won Super Bowl XXV. A two-time Pro Bowler, he played on Big Blue from 1983 to 1992, and was inducted into the team's Ring of Honor in 2022. His 79.5 sacks rank third all-time i…
Meet Sen. Mark Kelly In North Jersey Meet Sen. Mark Kelly In North Jersey
Meet Sen. Mark Kelly In North Jersey Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., will be signing copies of his new children's book in Bergen County on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. The senator and former astroaut, who was considered a possible vice presidential pick, will be signing copies of the book "Mousetronaut Saves the World" at Bookends in Ridgewood.  The book is about Meteor the Mousetronaut defending the Earth from an asteroid with help from Flint the scientist and Luna the engineer, according to a synopsis.  Kelly, who was elected to the Senate in 2020, has written two books with his wife, former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords…
18 Unsolved Burglaries Cracked: Pair Arrested In Months-Long North Jersey Spree 18 Unsolved Burglaries Cracked: Pair Arrested In Months-Long North Jersey Spree
18 Unsolved Burglaries Cracked: Pair Arrested In Months-Long North Jersey Spree Two men have been arrested and charged in 18 burglaries and one attempted burglary across North Jersey, authorities said. A months-long investigation found Kali J. Carter, 49, of East Orange, and Demetrius D. Hale, 49, of Bergenfield, were responsible for the incidents, all of which were residential burglaries, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said. Map of burglaries. Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Below is a list of each incident: January 2024: Residential burglaries in Ho-Ho-Kus, Hackensack, Paramus, Ridgewood (two), Chatham; attempted burglary in West Orange …
Family Of Woman Killed By Police In Fort Lee Say She Was Clutching Water Bottle — Not Knife Family Of Woman Killed By Police In Fort Lee Say She Was Clutching Water Bottle — Not Knife
Family Of Woman Killed By Police In Fort Lee Say She Was Clutching Water Bottle — Not Knife The family of the Fort Lee woman shot and killed by police last month in the midst of a mental health crisis is speaking out. In a statement issued Friday, Aug. 9, the family of Victoria Lee says Fort Lee officers misunderstood the events that left the 25-year-old Ridgewood native dead at The Pinnacle apartments on Sunday, July 28, could have handled it differently. New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin previously said that Lee's brother called 9-1-1 saying she was experiencing a mental health crisis and needed to go to the hospital. Lee's brother also said his sister was holding a kn…
Saddle River Sex Offender Stalked 19-Year-Old Victim On Local Streets, Police Say Saddle River Sex Offender Stalked 19-Year-Old Victim On Local Streets, Police Say
Saddle River Sex Offender Stalked 19-Year-Old Victim On Local Streets, Police Say A sex offender convicted in both New Jersey and New York has been arrested once again, this time for stalking a 19-year-old woman in two Bergen County towns, police said. Blake Tannen, 34, of Saddle River, was charged with stalking on Saturday, July 27, the same day that a visibly upset 19-year-old woman approach Ridgewood Police Officer Schumann, while he was on patrol, Ridgewood Police Chief Forest Lyons said. Around 3:45 that afternoon, the woman told Schumann, who was on patrol, that she was walking to her car in Ramsey on July 18, when she noticed she was being followed  by a man,…
Route 17 Gas Station Clerk Who Loaded Magazine In Front Of Officer Bought Gun Illegally: Police Route 17 Gas Station Clerk Who Loaded Magazine In Front Of Officer Bought Gun Illegally: Police
Route 17 Gas Station Clerk Who Loaded Magazine In Front Of Officer Bought Gun Illegally: Police A Route 17 gas station clerk and the man who sold him an illegal firearm have both been arrested, police in Ridgewood said. Ridgewood Police Officer Malone was on patrol when he went into a gas station on the northbound side of Route 17 around 2 a.m. on June 9, Ridgewood Police Chief Forest Lyons said. When Malone entered the station, he noticed the clerk, later identified as as Melvin Rodriguez, 45, was loading a firearm magazine with bullets, Lyons said. The clerk then showed a firearm to Malone and told him that he just bought it that day in Ridgewood, according to the chief. Malone co…
Boy, 11, Hospitalized In Ridgewood BMW, Minivan Crash: Police Boy, 11, Hospitalized In Ridgewood BMW, Minivan Crash: Police
Boy, 11, Hospitalized In Ridgewood BMW, Minivan Crash: Police An 11-year-old boy was hospitalized in a Ridgewood crash Monday, July 29, police said. A Honda minivan and BMW sedan collided around at the intersection of First Street and North Maple Avenue around 5 p.m., Ridgewood Police Capt. Glenn Ender said. Photo(s) of the day, 07/29/2024: A young child sustained a serious head injury during a two (2) vehicle, late Monday... Posted by Boyd A. Loving on Monday, July 29, 2024 Photo(s) of the day, 07/29/2024: A young child sustained a serious head injury during a two (2) vehicle, late Monday... Posted by Boyd A. Loving on Monday…
These 23 New Jersey Athletes Are At The Paris Olympic Games: Here's When To Watch These 23 New Jersey Athletes Are At The Paris Olympic Games: Here's When To Watch
These 23 New Jersey Athletes Are At The Paris Olympic Games: Here's When To Watch The Paris Olympics have begun!  And, in case you missed it, several of Garden State's fittest and most athletic residents are there (scroll for their names, sports, and hometowns). A total of 23 athletes from New Jersey have qualified for the Olympics and are ready to make their run at the gold. Events kicked off Friday, July 26. Click here for a complete schedule of the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Garden State athletes include: Paxten Aaronson, of Medford: Soccer Bam Adebayo, of Newark, and 2020 Olympian: Basketball Jack Alexy, of Morristown: Swimming Jackie Dubrovich, of Riverda…
Pedestrian, 26, Struck By Driver, 75, While Trying To Cross Bergen County Street, Police Say Pedestrian, 26, Struck By Driver, 75, While Trying To Cross Bergen County Street, Police Say
Pedestrian, 26, Struck By Driver, 75, While Trying To Cross Bergen County Street, Police Say A 26-year-old man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after being struck by a car while crossing a Bergen County street in an area bereft of crosswalks, police said. Wyckoff police were called to Goffle Road around 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 24 for a man "down in the roadway," Lt. Joseph Soto said in a release. Boyd A. Loving The man was trying to cross the street in an area without crosswalks when he was struck by a 75-year-old female driver from Englewood who was heading south, Soto said. He was taken to St. Joseph's Hospital in Paterson by Ridgewood Ambulance and Vall…
Meet Whoopi Goldberg In North Jersey Meet Whoopi Goldberg In North Jersey
Meet Whoopi Goldberg In North Jersey An EGOT winner is coming to Bergen County. The legendary actress and comedian Whoopi Goldberg, who has won an Emmy, Oscar, Tony and Grammy, will be signing copies of her new book, "The Change," at Bookends in Ridgewood on Sunday, July 28 at 1 p.m. The graphic novel is about Isabel Frost, an amazing gamer, who develops superpowers and becomes The Change, known only to her comic-loving grandson and her best friend, according to a synopsis. A prolific author, Goldberg, a longtime West Orange resident, has written numerous books, including a relationship advice book, a book called "Book,"…
Bergen County Pastor Repeatedly Performed Sex Acts On Child: Criminal Complaint Bergen County Pastor Repeatedly Performed Sex Acts On Child: Criminal Complaint
Bergen County Pastor Repeatedly Performed Sex Acts On Child: Criminal Complaint A 74-year-old Paramus church pastor has been arrested and charged with 21 counts of sexual offenses for disturbing sexual assaults on a girl between ages 13 and 18 for years, authorities announced Friday, July 12. Stephen E. Sweet, the pastor at Grace's Lutheran Church in River Edge, became the center of an investigation on Thursday, July 11, on a tip that he'd sexually assaulted a juvenile in the past, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said. ** WARNING: The following news article contains graphic and disturbing information. Reader discretion is advised ** Sweet sexually assaulted…