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Cecilia Levine

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Box Truck, Jeep Crash Damages 7 Vehicles At Tesla Dealership On Route 17 (Photos) An early morning crash on Route 17 northbound in Paramus left at least seven vehicles damaged at a Tesla dealership on Monday, Feb. 3, incident reporter Boyd A. Loving said. Photo(s) of the day, 02/03/2025: At least seven (7) vehicles parked in the lot of a Tesla dealership on Route 17... Posted by Boyd A. Loving on Monday, February 3, 2025 Photo(s) of the day, 02/03/2025: At least seven (7) vehicles parked in the lot of a Tesla dealership on Route 17... Posted by Boyd A. Loving on Monday, February 3, 2025 The collision between a box truck and a Jeep Cherokee occurred aro…

by Cecilia Levine

02/03/2025

News

Lucky Bergen County 7-Eleven Stores Sell Two Big Lottery Wins Bergen County 7-Elevens are on a hot streak, with two big NJ Lottery wins coming from Cresskill and Fair Lawn in the span of just one week. Between January 27 and February 2, New Jersey Lottery players struck gold with major prizes in draw games and Scratch-Offs at the following lucky locations: Cresskill: A $50,000 Powerball ticket was sold at 7-Eleven #34554, located at 35 Madison Avenue. Fair Lawn: A $10,000 Scratch-Off winner came from 7-Eleven #39225, at 31-28 Broadway. Whether you’re a regular lotto player or just stopping by for coffee, these lucky 7-Elevens might just be the ticket…

by Cecilia Levine

02/03/2025

Obituaries

Lifelong Paramus Resident Doug Williamson, Pillar Of Community, Dies Suddenly Paramus is grieving the sudden and heartbreaking loss of Doug Williamson, a lifelong resident, nurse, and paramedic. He died Sunday, Feb. 2 at 61 years old. Doug devoted his life to helping others, serving as the director of emergency services for Valley Health System and spending nearly 15 years with McCabe Ambulance Service, where his compassion and dedication touched countless lives. Doug is being remembered by colleagues as a pillar of strength and an inspiration to those around him. "Doug was not just a top-tier provider—he was an extraordinary human being," McCabe Ambulance …

by Cecilia Levine

02/03/2025

Police & Fire

Woman Flees To Africa After Stealing $6,700 From Glen Rock Business: Police A Florida woman accused of stealing more than $6,700 from a Glen Rock business has fled to Africa and remains a fugitive, authorities said. A three-month investigation led by Glen Rock Detective Sgt. James Calaski uncovered evidence identifying Glenda Mensah, 45, formerly of Mount Dora, FL, as the suspect in a fraudulent bank transfer of $6,741.21, police said. An arrest warrant has been issued for Mensah, charging her with third-degree theft, police said. Francesca Pizza & Pasta owner Sal Reina said while he had a similar theft case in which a former employee stole upwards of $5,700 f…

by Cecilia Levine

02/03/2025

Police & Fire

Wrong-Way DUI Driver Kills PA Man On Route 80: Police, Court Records A 31-year-old Pennsylvania man was killed by a wrong-way intoxicated driver on Route 80 early Sunday, Feb. 2, authorities said. Victor Peters, 45, of Parsippany was heading east in the westbound lanes of Route 80 in a Mercedes SUV in Rockaway Township when he struck a Ford pickup truck driven by Destinn McKnight around 2:20 a.m., according to New Jersey State Police Sgt. Charles Marchan. McKnight died while Peters was seriously injured, Marchan said. Records show Peters has been charged with a slew of motor vehicle offenses including DUI, reckless driving, careless driving, wrong way…

by Sam Barron & Cecilia Levine

02/03/2025

Business

Shuttered Paramus Spanish Restaurant El Cid Reopening Under New Ownership After a years-long closure, El Cid, the iconic Spanish restaurant in Paramus, is making a highly anticipated return—this time with a new family at the helm. The restaurant has been acquired by the Moreira family, owners of Nanni Ristorante in Rochelle Park, and they’re committed to bringing back the same El Cid that customers knew and loved. Rob Moreira, whose father, Manny Moreira, opened Nanni’s just before El Cid in the early 1990s, said the family is working with Vinny Pita, the former El Cid owner, for a smooth transition (Pita is even sharing favorited recipes!). The new owners are m…

by Cecilia Levine

02/02/2025

News

Amy Schumer Pulls Off Ultimate Halftime Surprise With Knicks City Dancers Amy Schumer brought the laughs—and the moves—to Madison Square Garden on Saturday, Feb. 1, when she jumped in with the Knicks City Dancers for a surprise halftime performance. The comedian, 43, recreated the legendary dance scene from her 2015 rom-com "Trainwreck," starring Bill Hader, much to the delight of the crowd during the game against the Los Angelos Lakers. In a video posted to Instagram, Schumer looks mock-shocked as Billy Joel’s "Uptown Girl" starts playing. Moments later, two dancers pull her onto the court, where she enthusiastically busts out high kicks, hip swivels, and all th…

by Cecilia Levine

02/02/2025

Police & Fire

Details Released In Snowmobile Crash That Killed Ridgefield Park Officer Steven Fernandez The Ridgefield Park Police Department is mourning the loss of Steven Fernandez, a very well-liked officer who was killed in a snowmobiling accident over the weekend. Fernandez, 39, of Saddle Brook, was heading west on snowmobiling trails in Harriestown, NY, when he lost control, left the trail, and traveled down a steep embankment, and struck multiple trees around 2:05 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, New York State Police said. When troopers arrived on the scene, Saranac Lake Fire and Rescue were rendering aid to Fernandez, who was airlifted to the University of Vermont Medical Center, where he late…

by Cecilia Levine

02/02/2025

Police & Fire

Firefighters Battle Massive Jackson House Fire For Hours Firefighters from all four Jackson Fire Companies battled a large structure fire for nearly four hours on Saturday, Feb. 1, requiring backup from multiple neighboring departments, Fire Company No. 2 said. The fire broke out along Perrineville Road, in Station 56’s First Due area at approximately 4:45 p.m., prompting an immediate response. Assistant Chief 5610 arrived and transmitted a second alarm, bringing in additional resources from the Millstone Township Fire Department and other mutual aid partners to assist and cover Jackson’s firehouses. Because the fire was located in a non-hydrant …

by Cecilia Levine

02/02/2025

Business

Brothers Flip The Script On Halal Food: Fast-Growing All-American NY Spot Lands In NJ Four brothers. One dream. And a whole lot of wings. That’s the recipe behind House of Wings, the newest halal hotspot that opened this weekend in Elmwood Park. But this isn’t your typical shawarma-and-kebab joint. Instead, expect juicy burgers, messy wings, and loaded waffle bowls dripping with toppings. For 40-year-old Taha Alasssri and his younger brothers, bringing all-American halal food to the mainstream was a no-brainer. The idea was born out of necessity after their father passed away, leaving them with major financial responsibilities. Taha, Talal, Tarik and Jalal Ala…

by Cecilia Levine

02/02/2025

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