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McDonald's Reopens Location In North Jersey McDonald's Reopens Location In North Jersey
McDonald's Reopens Location In North Jersey Just in time to celebrate Grimace's birthday! McDonald's reopened its location at 15-31 Central Ave. in Passaic  after an extensive renovation The restaurant will feature a digital outdoor menu board and a side-by-side drive thru lane.  The Passaic McDonald's is hosting a community day on Saturday, July 8 from noon to 3 p.m. with activities like face painting and the raffling of a TV and digital tablet.  The McDonald's is owned by Angela Adderley, who has been operating McDonald's for more than 20 years. Adderley also operates McDonald's in Paterson, Plainfield, Orange, Bran…

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by Sam Barron
Events
Paramus LEAD Carnival Returns: Dates, Times Announced Paramus LEAD Carnival Returns: Dates, Times Announced
Paramus Lead Carnival Returns: Dates, Times Announced The Paramus LEAD carnival is back. Supported by the Paramus Police Department, the annual event at the Westfield Garden State Plaza is set to open on Thursday, May 25. A ferris wheel, fun house, and food trucks are just some of the attractions set to make their grand return. This year's dates are: Thursday, May 25 to Monday, May 29 Wednesday, May 31 to Sunday, June 4 Wednesday June, 7 to Sunday, June 11 Hours are 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Wednesdays through Fridays, and 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturdays, Sundays and Memorial Day. The LEAD carnival is running in the west lot of the Garden St…

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by Cecilia Levine
News
Newark Hosting '24 Hours Of Peace' Event Newark Hosting '24 Hours Of Peace' Event
Newark Hosting '24 Hours Of Peace' Event The South Ward in Newark will once again be the site of "24 Hours Of Peace," a series of community events featuring music, games, wellness visits and more.  It begins at 6 p.m. Friday and ends exactly a day later. It will be held on Lyons Avenue between Clinton Place and Leslie Street. 24 Hours of Peace is free and open to the public.  Homegrown talent will join seasoned acts such as: Amara La Negra, Lou got Cash, Mariahlynn, Callie Day, Rockness Monsta of Bootcamp Clik, Nice and smooth, Tracey Lee, Mic Handz of Def Squad, Poet Jasmine Mans, Renee from Zhane, Jersey Club Artist Ki…

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by Paul Milo
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Elizabeth Police And Fire Pitching In To Save St. Mary School Elizabeth Police And Fire Pitching In To Save St. Mary School
Elizabeth Police And Fire Pitching In To Save St. Mary School Alumni of St. Mary of the Assumption School in Elizabeth have planned a fundraiser Saturday to raise the approximately $2 million officials say are needed to keep the school open. Citing ongoing financial difficulties, the Archdiocese of Newark announced last month that the 90-year-old school would be shut down for good.  The school, located at 237 S. Broad Street, boasts a 100 percent college acceptance rate for its graduating seniors, with millions in scholarships awarded to a group that comes largely from urban areas. Following a morning of activity for alumni, the community fundr…

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by Paul Milo
News
HEADS UP: Two Fields Won't Be Open For Ridgewood 4th Of July Fireworks Show HEADS UP: Two Fields Won't Be Open For Ridgewood 4th Of July Fireworks Show
Heads UP: Two Fields Won't Be Open For Ridgewood 4th Of July Fireworks Show If you expected to watch the Ridgewood 4th of July fireworks show from Stevens Field or the one at the high school on Thursday, you'll have to make other plans. The turf on both is being redone, closing the facilities. "We usually get a few thousand people sitting on the fields," Police Chief Jaqueline Luthcke said. "This definitely threw a monkey wrench into the plans." Alerts have been sent to village residents and merchants, but, as Luthcke noted, many spectators come from miles around. "It's never been a sanctioned place," the chief said. "The village just allowed it to happen." Ther…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Police & Fire
Chief For A Day (PHOTOS): Bergen Sheriff, Local Police Bring Joy To Ailing Youngsters Chief For A Day (PHOTOS): Bergen Sheriff, Local Police Bring Joy To Ailing Youngsters
Chief For A Day (Photos): Bergen Sheriff, Local Police Bring Joy To Ailing Youngsters Bergen County Sheriff Anthony Cureton and members of his office joined with local and county law enforcement agencies Friday to host the annual Bergen County "Chief For a Day" celebration. "Chief for A Day" is an inspirational program that offers local children with chronic health conditions and special needs a behind-the-scenes look at law enforcement. Participating agencies planned local community activities, followed by a group photo at the Bergen County Courthouse, a joint motorcade ride, and a presentation lunch at the Venetian Catering Hall in Garfield. Youngsters included A.J. Vigl…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Events
Some Unhappy With Cranford's Decision To Hold Fireworks On July 2 Some Unhappy With Cranford's Decision To Hold Fireworks On July 2
Some Unhappy With Cranford's Decision To Hold Fireworks On July 2 Cranford officials said Monday that the township is pushing back the date of its annual 4th of July fireworks display to ease the burden on first-responders spread thin providing services during the increasingly popular event.  In a letter written on behalf of Cranford's fire, police and parks and rec departments, as well as the office of emergency management,  Chief of Police Ryan Greco said providing coverage for the annual event at Nomahegan Park has grown more challenging.  Not everyone is happy with the decision, however. An online petition has been started urging the to…

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by Paul Milo
Business
Wawa Is Opening In Roselle Thursday -- And First Responders Are Pumped Wawa Is Opening In Roselle Thursday -- And First Responders Are Pumped
Wawa Is Opening In Roselle Thursday -- And First Responders Are Pumped Wawa, the popular convenience store chain, will add another location Thursday, when a ribbon-cutting will be held at 1206 Rivington St. in Roselle.  To celebrate, the Roselle police and fire departments will compete in a hoagie-building contest (in honor of the chain's popular sandwiches) dubbed "Hoagies for Heroes," a " battle of will, bravery, and skill of sandwich building," the agencies said in a tongue-in-cheek statement this week.  The ribbon cutting is scheduled for 9 a.m. followed by Hoagies for Heroes at 9:30 a.m.

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by Paul Milo
Events
Cherry Blossom Festival Starts Saturday At Branch Brook Park In Newark Cherry Blossom Festival Starts Saturday At Branch Brook Park In Newark
Cherry Blossom Festival Starts Saturday At Branch Brook Park In Newark The 43rd-annual Cherry Blossom Festival at Newark's Branch Brook Park, celebrating the spring bloom of the park's thousands of cherry blossom trees, begins Saturday with a bike race beginning at 7 a.m. A number of events follow throughout the rest of the month.  Hundreds of thousands of visitors, including visitors from as far as Japan,  are drawn to the festival to witness the blossoming of the trees' light pink and white leaves. The trees line walkways threading throughout the 360-acre park.  “The natural beauty of the cherry blossoms has been attracting…

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by Paul Milo