Matthew Dickman Of Carlstadt Dies, 24 Matthew Dickman Of Carlstadt Dies, 24
Matthew Dickman Of Carlstadt Dies, 24 Matthew James Dickman of Carlstadt died at home surrounded by his family on Aug. 17. He was 24 years old. A graduate of Henry P. Becton Regional High School, Matthew was an avid New York Mets fan and enjoyed golfing, fishing, cooking and spending time with family and friends.  He was predeceased by his grandparents, William Beatty, Joan Dickman and Robert Dickman, Sr. Matthew is survived by his parents, Linda (nee Beatty) and Robert H. Dickman, Jr.; siblings Alyson R. Dickman and her fiancé Jordan Vega, and Gregory R. Dickman; and grandmother Patricia Beatty,  He is also survived by his …
LAST CHANCE TO VOTE: Who's North Jersey's 'Fittest Cop'? LAST CHANCE TO VOTE: Who's North Jersey's 'Fittest Cop'?
Last Chance TO Vote: Who's North Jersey's 'Fittest Cop'? You've seen the bodybuilders and the marathoners, the cyclists, personal trainers, CrossFitters and military vets -- but of all the "Fit Cops" in Bergen and Passaic counties brought to you by Daily Voice this year, whom do you consider fittest of all? *** (Due to problems reported by iPhone users, best to vote on computers. Apologies for the inconvenience) *** Our first-ever "Fit Cops" competition highlights the 10 law enforcement officers whose stories received the most clicks in the series.  The winner will receive apparel from Fit & Blue and a banner to hang at he…
New Wood-Ridge Police Chief John Korin Sworn In New Wood-Ridge Police Chief John Korin Sworn In
New Wood-Ridge Police Chief John Korin Sworn In Wood-Ridge Police Chief John Korin was officially sworn in Wednesday night to lead the borough department. Oaths also were administered at the Mayor and Council meeting in the Municipal Building to new Capt. Michael O'Donnell and to new Sgt. Joseph T. Rutigliano Jr. and Sgt. Jeffrey S. Geisler. Korin had been promoted to captain in May 2016. He replaces Chief Paul Goscinski, who retired in June. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice/Police Science from FDU and a Police Training Certificate in the same from the Morris County Police Academy.
Bergen/Passaic Pot Source Smashed, 50 Pounds Of Weed Seized, Two Busted Bergen/Passaic Pot Source Smashed, 50 Pounds Of Weed Seized, Two Busted
Bergen/Passaic Pot Source Smashed, 50 Pounds Of Weed Seized, Two Busted A series of raids in Bergen and Passaic counties turned up more than 50 pounds of pot for sale, four dozen THC cartridges and $55,000 in drug money, said authorities who arrested two men – one from Wood-Ridge and the other from Passaic. After receiving large shipments of marijuana, Christian Delossantos, 27, of Wood-Ridge, and 26-year-old Ricky Colon, Jr. of Passaic, weighed, packaged and prepared it for sale, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes said. Valdes said her Narcotics Task Force was assisted in the six-month investigation by Wood-Ridge and Passaic police, as well as the DEA…
Fair Lawn Police Captain Cracks Months-Old Cell Tower Battery Thefts Fair Lawn Police Captain Cracks Months-Old Cell Tower Battery Thefts
Fair Lawn Police Captain Cracks Months-Old Cell Tower Battery Thefts FAIR LAWN, N.J. – Thanks to a Fair Lawn police captain, one of two CVS shoplifters caught in the act was also charged with swiping four cellphone tower batteries several months ago, authorities said. Hawthorne couple Michael Wright, 41, and Nicole Paletta, 36 -were carrying nearly $50 worth of items taken from the River Road pharmacy when police arrested them a short time later. Paletta was released pending a court hearing. Wright, however, was held, after Capt. Joseph Dawicki identified him as the burglar who took the batteries from a Saddle River Road tower last Dec. 19. Wright, who was…
Bergen County Bride Wants 'Sexy And Skintight' On Say Yes To The Dress Bergen County Bride Wants 'Sexy And Skintight' On Say Yes To The Dress
Bergen County Bride Wants 'Sexy And Skintight' On Say Yes To The Dress Jacqueline Madden of Mahwah was recently featured on an episode of TLC's "Say Yes To The Dress." Madden, formerly of Wood-Ridge, introduced herself as being from Bergen County and said she was looking for something sexy and "skin skin skin tight." Her mom Elizabeth Madden didn't seem to have the same vision, however, the bride ultimately picked a dress that had both of them in happy tears. CLICK HERE TO GO BEHIND THE SCENES OF HER EPISODE.
Can I Cop A Date? Wood-Ridge Teen Gets Police In On Promposal (VIDEO) Can I Cop A Date? Wood-Ridge Teen Gets Police In On Promposal (VIDEO)
Can I Cop A Date? Wood-Ridge Teen Gets Police In On Promposal (Video) A Wood-Ridge High School junior got the police in on his proposal.  WRHS junior Jake had his wrestling coach and local police officer Tim Janz pull him over Friday evening with Julia in the passenger's seat (see video above). Janz parked by a school and told the teen that when he drove by, he'd sound the lights and sirens. "I went over to the driver's side and he fumbled handing me all his paperwork, so I told him to just step out of the car," said Janz, who you may remember from this Fit Cops story.  "That's when my partner asked me if this was the car that matched the des…
Clifton Soldier German Roa, 37, 'Lived To Help Others' Clifton Soldier German Roa, 37, 'Lived To Help Others'
Clifton Soldier German Roa, 37, 'Lived To Help Others' Retired U.S. Army veteran German Roa of Clifton and Wood-Ridge died on March 23. He was 37 years old. Born in Chile, Roa came to the U.S. in 1983 and lived in Passaic before moving to Clifton and later Wood-Ridge. A parishioner of St. Paul's RC Church, Roa proudly served in the U.S. Army as an MP retiring as a staff sergeant after 20 years of service.  More than $11,300 had been raised as of Tuesday afternoon for Roa on a GoFundMe, where he was remembered as a selfless citizen and soldier. "Retired veteran SSG German Roa was an inspirational soldier and human being who not only lived…
Fit Cops: Wood-Ridge Patrolman Works Midnight Shifts To Coach HS Wrestling Fit Cops: Wood-Ridge Patrolman Works Midnight Shifts To Coach HS Wrestling
Fit Cops: Wood-Ridge Patrolman Works Midnight Shifts To Coach HS Wrestling Sacrificing sleep and a social life for four months of the year doesn't bother Wood-Ridge Police Officer Timothy Janz. Wrestling is his passion and he'd give up just about anything to help others looking to follow a similar path. The officer opts for midnight shifts from November through March so he can continue as the assistant wrestling coach at Wood-Ridge High School. "I love the sport and being able to coach and represent the town I grew up in and team I once wrestled for is very gratifying," said Janz, 30. "Plus, the kids love knowing that I have more than 20 years exp…
Prosecutor: Hackensack Penthouse Raid Finds Steroids, LSD, Date-Rape Drug Prosecutor: Hackensack Penthouse Raid Finds Steroids, LSD, Date-Rape Drug
Prosecutor: Hackensack Penthouse Raid Finds Steroids, LSD, Date-Rape Drug HACKENSACK, N.J. – A raid on a Hackensack penthouse produced an assortment of drugs – including anabolic steroids, LSD and mushrooms – and an arrest, authorities said Thursday. Ryan W. Rohlfs also had the date-rape drug Ketamine, as well as hash oil and marijuana in his Prospect Avenue apartment when it was raided last week, Acting Bergen County Prosecutor Dennis Calo said. “A handgun and drug paraphernalia also were seized during the search,” he said. Knowing authorities were searching for him, Rohlfs turned himself in at the prosecutor’s Paramus office on Tuesday, Calo said. The North …
No Injuries Reported In Wood-Ridge Attic Fire No Injuries Reported In Wood-Ridge Attic Fire
No Injuries Reported In Wood-Ridge Attic Fire WOOD-RIDGE, N.J. -- No injuries were reported in an attic fire Wednesday night in Wood-Ridge. Firefighters had to cut through the roof to get at the Helm Avenue blaze, which was quickly extinguished. They were joined by their colleagues from East Rutherford and Wallington. The two residents who live there weren't home, responders said.
Blue Line Beasts: Wood-Ridge Officer Runs Social Media Monster For Fit Cops Blue Line Beasts: Wood-Ridge Officer Runs Social Media Monster For Fit Cops
Blue Line Beasts: Wood-Ridge Officer Runs Social Media Monster For Fit Cops WOOD-RIDGE, N.J. -- What started as a way for Wood-Ridge Police Officer Mark Torsiello to inspire fellow officers to get fit has become one of the biggest social media communities for members of law enforcement in the country. Blue Line Beasts has garnered more than 110,000 followers since Torsiello launched the page in December 2015. Before working for the Wood-Ridge Police, Torsiello was with the Federal Reserve in New York City and then the Palisades Interstate Parkway Police. No matter where he was, he noticed a common theme among his colleagues. "There were guys were either obse…