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Police & Fire
Brazen Dunkin' Bandit Steals $18K From 14 Locations Across New Jersey: Prosecutor
A Newark man is behind bars after authorities say he went on a multi-county Dunkin’ burglary spree, swiping more than $18,000 in cash and leaving a trail of destruction behind. Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 24-year-old Enajaim E. Bowman, who turned himself in on Tuesday, Feb. 25, after detectives tracked him down following weeks of investigation. For nearly two months, Bowman prowled the overnight hours, prying open doors and smashing windows to loot cash registers, safes, and managers’ offices at Dunkin’ Donuts locations across Bergen, Middlesex, Morris, and…
Police & Fire
Quad In Violent NJ Home Invasion Were On State-Wide Spree: Cops
Four Newark men arrested in a violent home invasion and carjacking in Union Township last September have been connected to multiple other crimes, including a high-profile armed robbery at a Bergen County restaurant, authorities said. At 7:30 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 20, four men forced their way into a residence in Union and assaulted two elderly occupants to obtain the keys to a luxury vehicle parked in the driveway, Township of Union police said. The suspects had arrived to the scene in a BMW X3 previously stolen from Livingston. The Livingston BMW was located shortly after in Newark, complet…
News
$25K Scratch-Off From ShopRite Among Three Bergen County Lottery Winners Sold Last Week
Luck was in the air last week as three lottery players in Bergen County scratched and matched their way to big prizes—one of them scoring a cool $25,000! The biggest win came on Feb. 22 when a Crossword Bonanza scratch-off ticket, worth $25,000, was sold at South River Street Store in Hackensack, lottery officials said. That same day, another lucky player picked up a 200X Cash Blitz ticket at Circle P Food Store in New Milford—a move that turned into a $10,000 payday. Just days earlier, on Feb. 18, someone grabbed a Mega Hot 7’s ticket from Krauszer’s in Wallington and walked away with a $…
Lifestyle
Savannah Guthrie Signing Books In North Jersey: Here's Where, When
Savannah Guthrie, the co-anchor of NBC's "Today Show" wants to spread the word in Bergen County about God's love. Guthrie is signing copies of he new children's book "Mostly What God Does is Love You" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 6 p.m. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Savannah Guthrie (@savannahguthrie) The picture book showcases the wonders of nature, the beauty of God’s creation, and most importantly, how everyone is loved by God, according to a synopsis. The book is a follow-up to Guthrie's "Mostly W…
Police & Fire
SWAT Team, FBI Track Down Repeat Offender In NJ Bird Store Crossbow Attack
A 53-year-old man accused of shooting a pet store employee in the face with a crossbow in North Jersey was tracked down less than 24 hours later with help from the FBI and the Bergen County SWAT team, and more, in Ocean County, authorities said. Raymond M. Carey, of Hasbrouck Heights, was captured in Pine Beach on Tuesday, Feb. 18, in connection with the åssault at Birds By Joe 2 (where a $7,000 African parrot was stolen last month) on Route 46 in Saddle Brook, according to Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella and store employees. Just before 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 17, Carey went in…
Police & Fire
Gunman In Valentine's Day Hotel Armed Robbery Sought By Cops In Bergen County
Authorities in Bergen County are searching for a 31-year-old man with Paterson, NJ and Wilkes-Barre, PA ties accused of an armed robbery in a hotel parking lot. Henry X. Rodriguez is wanted in connection to an incident that occurred on Friday, Feb. 14, at approximately 8:12 p.m., according to Detective Sergeant Eric Larsen of the Mahwah Police Department. Police say Rodriguez confronted a man and woman in the parking lot of a local hotel, brandished a handgun, and stole the woman’s purse before fleeing the scene. Rodriguez is known to have ties to both Paterson, NJ, and Wilkes-Barre, PA. A…
Police & Fire
Bergen County Man Arrested In Florida Swattings, Sheriff Says
A 22-year-old Bergen County man was arrested last month after making swatting calls to police in Florida, authorities said. Maywood PD In August 2024, officers in south Florida responded to reports of shootings at two different residences, the Broward Sheriff’s Office said. One call said a person was shot in the chest and being held hostage, while another call said the caller, later identified as Justin Flavien, shot his sister, authorities said. Once on scene of both incidents, deputies determined the reports were unfounded and no one was injured, police said. Despite Flavien's effo…
Real Estate
Incredible Basement Playground (For Kids And Adults) In $3.7M Bergen County Mansion
Luxury and comfort meet in a stunning Hamptons-style home, now available in Bergen County for $3.7 million. Nestled at the end of a private cul-de-sac, the 6-bedroom, 7-bathroom estate at 3 Bridle Way boasts a sun-soaked open-concept living and dining room. Soaring ceilings and two sleek gas fireplaces set the tone for elegant entertaining. The chef’s kitchen is a dream, complete with custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, and a quartz-topped center island, all framed by oversized sliding doors and windows that flood the space with natural light. The upper level featu…
Weather
New Snow Predictions Released For New Jersey Ahead Of Super Bowl Weekend Storm
A wintry mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain is expected to move through the region this weekend, bringing slippery roads and potential travel disruptions into Super Bowl Sunday (scroll down for snow total predictions). The snow and sleet will likely begin Saturday afternoon, Feb. 8 for most areas and continue into the evening. As milder air moves in from the south during the night, the wintry precipitation will transition to freezing rain and eventually plain rain. This change is expected to occur across much of the region by the early hours of Sunday morning, Feb. 9, with all prec…
Real Estate
NJ Mansion Rented By Cardi B Sells For $7.25M After 7 Years On The Market (
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After spending seven years on the market, a luxurious Bergen County home once occupied by Cardi B has sold for $7.25 million. The 11,623-square-foot mansion at 16 Dogwood Lane in Alpine closed on Monday, Feb. 3. The secret to closing the deal? A fresh approach by Taylor Lucyk of the Taylor Lucyk Group, and Richard Orlando and Jason Pierce, of Prominent Properties Sotheby's International Realty, who took over the listing in July 2024 and sold the property in just six months. Sources tell Daily Voice that the exquisite mansion was rented by rapper Cardi B during the…
Lifestyle
Former Nick Teen Heartthrob, Halsey's Fiancée Signing Books In North Jersey
Anyone who remembers "Victorious" is going to want to check out this event in Bergen County. Avan Jogia, who made girls swoon playing Beck Oliver on the hit Nickelodeon show, is signing copies of his new poetry book "Autopsy (of an Ex-Teen Heartthrob): (poems of rage, love, sex, and sadness)" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 6 p.m. Jogia writes poems focused on fame, rage, love and sadness, as he became a star in the early days of Instagram and Twitter, according to a synopsis. While on "Victorious," he spent his time writing, observing the cult of celebrity, the hilar…
Police & Fire
Wanted PA Arsonist Attacks FBI Agent During NJ SWAT Standoff: Officials
A York, PA man wanted for arson is facing attempted murder and other charges after a tense standoff with law enforcement in Bergen County, NJ, during which he wielded a pickaxe and attacked an FBI agent, authorities announced on Monday, Feb. 3. Tyre (Tyrie) R. Dunn, 36, was arrested on Monday, Jan. 27, after an investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, led by Prosecutor Mark Musella, alongside the FBI and Lodi Police Department. Dunn, who was already wanted in Pennsylvania, fled from law enforcement and barricaded himself inside a shed attached to a private home on Stokes St…
Police & Fire
Prostitution Ring Courier Surveilled At Hotels Across NJ: Police
A 41-year-old Paterson man was arrested and charged on Thursday, Jan. 30 with working as a courier for a prostitution ring in Secaucus, authorities said. Roland Jiimenenz-Rodriguez was surveilled at various hotels/motels in Secaucus along with others in Bergen and Middlesex Counties, Secaucus Police Chief Dennis Miller said. Jiimenez-Rodriguez would meet with prostitutes at the hotels/motels to collect money from them and then deposit the illegal gains into a bank in Paterson, Miller said. Jiimenez-Rodriguez would then electronically disburse the funds, laundering thousands of d…
Business
Fast-Growing Charcuterie Brand Expands In North Jersey With New Shop
A fast-growing charcuterie brand is bringing its gourmet grazing boards to a new part of Bergen County. Graze Craze, known for its artfully crafted charcuterie spreads, has opened at 160 Terrace Street in Haworth. This is the chain's third New Jersey location and it has more than 60 nationwide and internationally. The shop is owned by Jenny Jee, a restaurant industry veteran who turned her passion for fresh, high-quality food into a full-time venture. "I'm thrilled to offer something new to the community that brings people together to create memories over good food," Jee said. Graze Craze…
Police & Fire
NJ Kiosk Worker Who Raped Teen In Janitor's Closet Approaches Undercover Cop Days Later: Police
Disturbing new details have been released in the sexual assault of a teenage girl at the Willowbrook Mall earlier this month. As previously reported by Daily Voice, 23-year-old ex-con Denys Ludisaca, of Little Ferry, was charged with abducting and sexually assaulting a girl between ages 13 and 15 at the mall on Jan. 11. The affidavit for probable cause says the victim frequents the Wayne mall and was planning to meet up with friends that day. ** WARNING: The following news report contains graphic and disturbing information. Reader discretion is advised. ** While exiting one of the m…
Police & Fire
Man Kidnaps, Sexually Assaults Teen Girl In Secluded Area Of NJ Mall: Prosecutor
A 23-year-old Bergen County man has been charged with kidnapping and sex offenses after authorities say he sexually assaulted a girl in a secluded area of the Willowbrook Mall. Denys Ludisaca, of Little Ferry, carried out the attack on the girl between 13 and 15 years old, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Wayne Police Deputy Chief Joseph Rooney said. ALSO SEE: Girl's Accused Mall Abductor Has Lengthy Criminal History Across Bergen County, Records Show Police were notified of the incident on Jan. 11, and on Jan. 16, Ludisaca was identified as the attacker …
Police & Fire
Armed NY Pair Terrorized Gas Attendants Across North Jersey: Prosecutor
A year-long investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office has led to the arrests and indictments of two Westchester, NY men, in a series of armed robberies across three North Jersey counties, authorities said. Veron S. Brown, 26, and Ryan D. Servis, 25, of Mount Vernon, were identified as the masked men terrorizing gas station attendants across the region since January 2024, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said. The first incident occurred on Jan. 7, 2024, at 4:50 a.m., when Clifton Police responded to an armed robbery at a Route 3 gas station. Two masked men in a black …
Real Estate
New Details, Video Show Workforce Housing, Transit Hub Project In Hackensack
Bergen County officials have released a brand-new video rendering of Bergen Junction, a transformational mixed-use development in Hackensack that aims to provide affordable housing for essential workers, support veterans, and revitalize the NJ TRANSIT Hackensack Bus Transfer (scroll for video). The project — announced by Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, the Board of Commissioners, and the Bergen County Improvement Authority — will replace the former Bergen County probation building and outdated bus terminal with state-of-the-art facilities. Bergen Junction will feature a five…
Obituaries
Services Finalized For Bergen County Sheriff's Sgt. Michael Ramos, 37
Services have been finalized for Michael Ramos, a sergeant with the Bergen County Sheriff's Office who died on Jan. 19, at 37 years old. Visitation will be Thursday, Jan. 23 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Di Chiara Funeral Home in Lodi. A funeral service will be held Friday, Jan. 24 at 8:30 a.m. at the Di Chiara Funeral Home in Lodi. Mas will follow at St. Francis de Sales R.C. at 10 a.m., with interment at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Saddle Brook. Ramos, of Rochelle Park, was raised in Lodi and graduated from Johnson and Whales University in 2010 with a degree in criminal justice…
News
Blue Law Blowout: American Dream's Sunday Operations Ignite Legal Firestorm In Bergen County
A fierce debate has erupted over Sunday retail operations at the American Dream Complex in East Rutherford, as Bergen County officials accuse the mall of violating the county’s long-standing Blue Laws. Meanwhile, American Dream’s leadership and supporters argue that Sunday sales are essential to the region’s economy and tourism goals. The Blue Laws, enacted in 1951, ban the sale of items like clothing, household furnishings, and office supplies on Sundays across Bergen County. However, American Dream’s stores have been open on Sundays for nearly a year, with one exception: retail closures du…
Weather
Here's Who Got The Most Snow In New Jersey: See The Town By Town Totals
New Jersey experienced a wide range of snowfall from a winter storm that swept through the state on Jan. 19, 2025, with Kinnelon in Morris County topping the charts at a whopping 7 inches, according to reports from the National Weather Service (NWS). Adding to the challenges, a Cold Weather Advisory is now in effect for much of the region from 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 20 through noon Wednesday, with wind chills expected to drop as low as 7 below zero. Residents are urged to take precautions to avoid hypothermia and frostbite, including wearing proper clothing, keeping pets indoors, and checking o…
Weather
Murphy Declares State Of Emergency, New Snowfall Forecast Released As Winter Storm Nears
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy declared a State of Emergency beginning Sunday morning, Jan. 19, right as the National Weather Service released a brand-new snowfall forecast for the winter storm heading toward the region. CLICK HERE FOR LATEST FORECAST AS OF 9 AM JAN. 19, 2025. The storm will begin with scattered showers and a low of 26 degrees Saturday night, Jan. 18, the NWS said. By Sunday afternoon, snow is expected to begin after 1 p.m., with temperatures hovering around 30 degrees. The snow could be heavy at times, with rates exceeding 1 inch per hour, especially in areas northwest of the…
Police & Fire
No Charges Filed In Fatal NJ Police Shooting Of Bling Bishop Robber: AG
A state grand jury declined to indict the officers involved in the fatal shooting of a 41-year-old Brooklyn man in South Brunswick last January, authorities said. Shamar Leggette was shot by members of the U.S. Marshals Service New York/New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Force on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024 at a motel room in South Brunswick. Legette had been wanted for robbing "Bling Bishop" Lamor Whitehead from Paramus in Bergen County, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin said. Leggette, was also wanted out of Rhode Island for armed robbery, Platkin said. The second suspect, a female,…
Real Estate
Workforce Housing, State-Of-The Art NJ Transit Bus Terminal To Transform Downtown Hackensack
Hackensack is poised for a major transformation as plans for the redevelopment of 133 River St., the site of the city’s aging bus terminal and a long-vacant site of the county probation building move forward. Last week, the Hackensack Planning Board reviewed the Bergen County Improvement Authority’s (BCIA) ambitious proposal to bring a state-of-the-art NJ Transit bus terminal and workforce housing to the city’s downtown. The 387,000-square-foot project will include a 15-story residential tower with 168 units designated for veterans, disabled veterans, and essential workers in fields such as …
Police & Fire
Belleville Bank Manager Steals $70K From Employer: Prosecutor
A Belleville woman has been charged with theft by deception after authorities say she stole over $70,000 from her Bergen County bank, including funds from a customer’s account. Amira T. White, 43, was arrested on Wednesday, Jan. 8, following a months-long investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Financial Crimes Unit, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said. The investigation began in March 2024, when authorities were contacted about alleged thefts at a Bergen County bank. Prosecutors allege that White, a bank manager, stole $54,6…
Business
'The Wait Is Over:' Popular Bar Blackjack Mulligan's Opens Third Location
Blackjack Mulligan's Public House, a popular destination for food and drink enthusiasts across Bergen and Passaic counties, is expanding with the opening of its highly anticipated third location. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Blackjack Mulligan’s Hawthorne 🍀 (@blackjacks_hawthorne) "The Wait Is OVER!" the pub said in breaking the news. The new Woodland Park spot will host a soft opening on Thursday, Jan. 9, at 3 p.m., at 1145 McBride Avenue. It takes over the former McBride's space, which closed last July, and promises to bring…
Lifestyle
Nick Cannon, Mariah Carey's Twins Give Exclusive Tour Of Whimsical Bergen County Mansion
Nick Cannon opened the doors to his sprawling Bergen County mansion for a behind-the-scenes tour on YouTube, joined by his 13-year-old twins, Moroccan and Monroe, whom he shares with singer Mariah Carey. The 8,371-square-foot estate, located in Saddle River, has been Cannon’s home since 2015, shortly after his split from Carey, according to a report by Architectural Digest’s Katie Schultz, who identified the home as the subject of the video. Cannon begins the 30-minute "Superdad" episode tour in Moroccan’s, aka Roc's, bedroom before showcasing the home's unique and extravagant features. Hig…
Weather
6 To 8 Inches Of Snow Could Fall In Parts Of NJ, PA: Here's The Latest Winter Storm Forecast
The first significant snowstorm of 2025 is expected to hit the region Sunday night, Jan 5, bringing up to 8 inches of snow to parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, according to the National Weather Service. The storm is expected to begin late Sunday night, continuing through Monday, Jan. 6 before tapering off into Monday night. Snow accumulations are forecast across the region, with the highest totals predicted in South Jersey (Vineland, Atlantic City, Cape May) and Philadelphia, where snowfall could reach 6 to 8 inches, new weather maps show. Greater Philadelphia could see 3 t…
Police & Fire
Unlicensed Driver Speeding In Stolen Car Had Multiple Fake IDs In Bergen County: Cops
A Queens, NY woman was arrested in Bergen County after police found she was driving a stolen van and had fake IDs, forgery tools, and amphetamines, authorities said. Vanessa C. Lake, 27, was stopped at approximately 12:20 a.m. on Nov. 23, for speeding on Broad Avenue in Englewood, according to Detective Lt. Fred Pulice. Officers ran a check on the vehicle's registration and found that the white 2021 GMC van had been reported stolen in North Bergen. Further investigation revealed that Lake was carrying multiple false identifications with her photograph but different names and personal detail…
News
Holiday Lotto Cheer! Essex County Mega Millions Player Wins Big
Six North Jersey lottery players are having a very happy holidays. Mega Millions tickets sold in Morris, Somerset, Hudson, Bergen and Essex Counties matched four numbers and the gold megaball in the drawing held on Friday, Dec. 27, winning $10,000. The tickets were sold at Jay Cee's in Denville, United Check Cashing in Secaucus, Krauszer's in Manville, Towne Check Cashing in Bloomfield, Surya Sunny in Guttenberg and ShopRite Liquor in Roselle Park. The winning numbers were 3, 7, 37, 49, 55, and the gold megaball was 6.
Police & Fire
NY Mailbox Thief Nearly Hits Officer In High-Speed NJ Chase, Police Say
A Westchester, NY man has been arrested for his role in a mailbox theft ring that plagued Bergen County for weeks, authorities said. Edward Orozco, of Yonkers, was apprehended after a dramatic high-speed chase and a month-long investigation by the Wallington Police Department, Sgt. Brian Rosas said. The theft ring, which targeted mailboxes in October, resulted in thousands of dollars in losses for residents after stolen checks were rewritten and repeatedly deposited, according to Rosas. Wallington police launched an extensive investigation, identifying the suspect vehicle as a blue BMW M-S…
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