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Clinton Sex Scandal Whistleblower Linda Tripp, North Jersey Native, Dead At 70 Clinton Sex Scandal Whistleblower Linda Tripp, North Jersey Native, Dead At 70
Clinton Sex Scandal Whistleblower Linda Tripp, North Jersey Native, Dead At 70 Jersey City native and former U.S. servant Linda Tripp who played a major role in exposing the infamous scandal between Monica Lewinsky and former President Bill Clinton died on Wednesday, reports say. She was 70 years old. Tripp was "on her deathbed" Tuesday night, her daughter wrote in a Facebook post. The Daily Mail on Wednesday reported she died. “My mommy is leaving this earth. I don’t know myself if I can survive this heartache. Please pray for a painless process for the strongest woman I will ever know in my entire lifetime,” Allison Tripp Foley wrote. Her son-in-law Thoma…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Authorities: Morris County Man, 74, Shoots Wife Dead During Argument Authorities: Morris County Man, 74, Shoots Wife Dead During Argument
Authorities: Morris County Man, 74, Shoots Wife Dead During Argument A 74-year-old Morris County man shot and killed his wife in their home Thursday, authorities said. East Hanover police responding to the daughter’s 2 p.m. 911 call of a domestic dispute arrested Alexander Jacobs and charged him with murder and weapons counts after finding the body of his wife, Lilia Jacobs, 71, inside their Selmar Terrace home, they said. Police recovered the firearm, Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Acting Chief of Investigations Christoph Kimker and East Hanover Police Chief Christopher F. Cannizzo said in a release Friday. The Morris County Medical Examiner’s …

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by Jerry DeMarco
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COVID-19: North Jersey Municipalities Report First Cases, Others Brace For Shutdowns COVID-19: North Jersey Municipalities Report First Cases, Others Brace For Shutdowns
Covid-19: North Jersey Municipalities Report First Cases, Others Brace For Shutdowns While some North Jersey municipalities and counties are bracing for a shutdown, others are reporting their very first coronavirus cases. BERGEN Teaneck was the first in the state to urge residents to self-quarantine Saturday night, after learning that cases more than doubled overnight from 8 to 18.  As of Sunday, Bergen County had 29 positive test results of the 98 in the entire state -- including two fatalities. All Bergen County schools were closed indefinitely, and county officials warned residents they might be self-quarantined the way Teaneck was. A 54-year-old woman was th…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
COVID-19: Case Confirmed In East Hanover COVID-19: Case Confirmed In East Hanover
Covid-19: Case Confirmed In East Hanover Another case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in Morris County -- this time East Hanover. As of Saturday morning, there were also cases reported in Morristown and Butler. Although the risk to the general public still remained low, local police and officials urged anyone experiencing shortness of breath, a fever or cough to contact their healthcare providers. "Residents are asked to be cautious about rumors and some less-than-accurate reports about this virus," officials said. "Keep informed by obtaining information from trusted and reliable sources, including the Centers for Disease Control…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Authorities: Morris County Homeowner Charged In Insurance Arson Fire Authorities: Morris County Homeowner Charged In Insurance Arson Fire
Authorities: Morris County Homeowner Charged In Insurance Arson Fire A Morris County man was charged with setting fire to his home for insurance purposes, authorities announced Friday. Gilmar Tejada, 37, was the only person in the single-family Cedar Street home in East Hanover before the Dec. 21, 2019 blaze broke out in the basement and quickly spread through the home, they said. “Subsequent investigation revealed that insurance documents related to the property were not accurate,” Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Acting Chief of Investigations Christoph Kimker and East Hanover Township Police Chief Christopher F. Cannizzo said in a joint announ…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Business
Pier 1 Imports To Close Trio Of North Jersey Stores Pier 1 Imports To Close Trio Of North Jersey Stores
Pier 1 Imports To Close Trio Of North Jersey Stores Pier 1 imports will be closing three of its North Jersey stores. The Paramus (Route 4 East), Edgewater and East Hanover stores are among the 450 locations nationwide to shutter. The Paramus location is expected to close in late February, NJ.com reports, although its Route 17 store in Paramus will remain open.  It is unclear when the other two stores will shutter. Merchandise is listed at between 20 and 40 percent off.

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Opening Set For Office Tavern Grill in East Hanover Opening Set For Office Tavern Grill in East Hanover
Opening Set For Office Tavern Grill in East Hanover The Office Tavern Grill has set an opening date in East Hanover. With three other locations across North Jersey, the bar and grill will open on Monday, Jan. 20. Serving a variety of modernized American comfort food classics, OTG has existing locations in Morristown, Summit and Ridgewood. The newest location is about 6,300 square feet and features outdoor seating, a fire pit and the capacity to seat about 160 guests. As for drink options, the new location will include more than 40 rotating beers on tap. While classic OTG menu items remain available, the East Hanover location will feature so…

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by Valerie Musson
Business
These Forever 21 Stores In New Jersey Could Close These Forever 21 Stores In New Jersey Could Close
These Forever 21 Stores In New Jersey Could Close Six Forever 21 stores could close in New Jersey, according to a list released days after the fashion retailer filed for bankruptcy. The retailer on Tuesday released a list of nearly 180 locations that could close as part of bankruptcy proceedings. These are the stores that could close: Deptford Mall; 1750 Deptford Center Rd, Space #2111,  Hamilton Mall; 4403 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing Hanover Commons (F21 RED); 200-240 Route 10 West Space 6-9, East Hanover Cherry Hill Mall; 2000 Route 38 #1175, Cherry Hill Short Hills; 1200 Morris Turnpike, Space D123, Short Hills Brunswick Squar…

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by Cecilia Levine
Obituaries
East Hanover Girl, 5, Dies After Courageous Cancer Battle East Hanover Girl, 5, Dies After Courageous Cancer Battle
East Hanover Girl, 5, Dies After Courageous Cancer Battle Gabriella Grace Irene was destined for greatness. Born on lucky St. Patrick's Day in 2014, Gabby of East Hanover grew to become a vivacious and sassy girl. She loved playing with her dolls, dress-up and especially her big brother, Vito. Fate had other plans of Gabby, though, who was diagnosed with Stage 4 Rhabdomysarcoma -- an aggressive form of sarcoma -- nearly one year ago. Gabby, 5, died after a courageous battle on Friday, Sept. 13.  More than $75,000 had been raised for her family on a GoFundMe as of Monday. "Gabby made sure everyday was filled with fun and excitement," …

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
10 Delicious Soft Serve Spots In North Jersey 10 Delicious Soft Serve Spots In North Jersey
10 Delicious Soft Serve Spots In North Jersey Happy National Soft Serve Ice Cream Day! Aug. 19 just so happens to be one of the hottest days of 2019. If you celebrate the holiday you may be able to cool off. Here are 10 delicious, local soft serve ice cream spots in Bergen County. All have 4.5 or 5 stars on Yelp. Alpine Creamery, Sparta Carmella Ice Cream, Fairfield Vegan, dairy-free soft serve from Carmella Ice Cream.souxsie • Instagram Cliff's Homemade Ice Cream, Ledgewood Curly's Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Riverdale Red, white and blue from Curley's.Curley's Ice Cream Dover Dairy Maid, Dover Ice Cream by Mike, Ridge…

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by Cecilia Levine
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'Landmark Turned Eyesore': Budd Lake's Gold Mine Hotel Comes Down 'Landmark Turned Eyesore': Budd Lake's Gold Mine Hotel Comes Down
'Landmark Turned Eyesore': Budd Lake's Gold Mine Hotel Comes Down Budd Lake's Gold Mine Hotel has been demolished. Built in 1935, the L-shaped landmark on Route 46 and Gold Mine Road has been closed since at least 2001, Mayor Rob Greenbaum said. Caravella Demolition of East Hanover knocked it down last Thursday. Budd Lake officials asked the owner to have it taken down since it wasn't being used and was "unsafe," the mayor said. "He did not respond in a timely fashion and we took appropriate municipal action to take the building down," Greenbaum told the Daily Record. Residents thanked Greenbaum for his efforts. "Goodbye to a landmark that became an e…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Best Delis In Morris County, According To Yelp Best Delis In Morris County, According To Yelp
Best Delis In Morris County, According To Yelp Friendly owners. Fresh bread. And no skimping on the cold cuts. All of the highest-rated delis on Yelp share these commonalities. Here are some of Morris County's best delis, according to Yelp. Mimi’s Delicatessen, Madison: "Small hole in the wall type feel. One of those places you want to keep secret." Mimi's Deli in MadisonMimi's Deli A&A Fine Foods, Lincoln Park: "This place is unique, rare to find an Italian deli like this one anymore." A&A in Lincoln Park.A&A Fine Foods Paulie G’s Deli and Grill, Whippany: "The owner Paulie was just a super great friendly guy and …

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by Cecilia Levine