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South Passaic
Police & Fire
Haledon Police Raid Clandestine Ecstasy Lab In Center Of Town, Seize Resident, 23 Haledon Police Raid Clandestine Ecstasy Lab In Center Of Town, Seize Resident, 23
Haledon Police Raid Clandestine Ecstasy Lab In Center Of Town, Seize Resident, 23 Haledon police busted a 23-year-old resident who they said mixed toxic and potentially fatal chemicals to produce homemade Ecstasy in the center of town. Acting on a reliable tip, investigators led by Detective Jeffrey Welsh obtained a search warrant and -- assisted by their department's Special Services Bureau -- hit the clandestine Haledon Avenue lab on Saturday, Feb. 10, Deputy Police Chief George Guzman said. They seized Santiago Zapata Palomeque after finding two five-gallon buckets of 3,4-Methylenedioxy​methamphetamine in his bedroom, the deputy chief said. They also found cocaine, …

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by Jerry DeMarco
Ossining
News
Ossining Police Chief Announces Retirement: 'I Am So Proud' Ossining Police Chief Announces Retirement: 'I Am So Proud'
Ossining Police Chief Announces Retirement: 'I Am So Proud' A popular police chief in Northern Westchester has announced that he will be retiring from his position after more than two decades with his department.  Ossining Police Chief Kevin Sylvester announced his retirement from the department on Thursday, Dec. 7, which will become effective on Sunday, Dec. 31.  New, updated report - Ossining Police Department Names Interim Leader After Chief's Retirement In his announcement on social media, Sylvester said that his time as chief had been an "awesome ride."  "Every chief likes to stand up and say that they’ve got the…

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by Ben Crnic
White Plains
News
White Plains Officials Help Find Permanent Housing For Homeless Woman White Plains Officials Help Find Permanent Housing For Homeless Woman
White Plains Officials Help Find Permanent Housing For Homeless Woman After reaching out to her for several months, city officials in Westchester County were able to find a new residence for a homeless woman just in time for the chilly holiday season.  In early March of 2022, city officials in White Plains learned of a woman living on the streets, leading to the city's mental health outreach team meeting with her in an attempt to help her, according to White Plains Public Safety.  Through repeated meetings with her to gain her trust and assist her, city officials learned that she already had negative experiences with shelters and the Westchester Gui…

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by Ben Crnic
Saratoga
News
NY Declares Polio 'An Imminent Threat To Public Health' NY Declares Polio 'An Imminent Threat To Public Health'
NY Declares Polio 'An Imminent Threat To Public Health' New York’s top health official is urging the public to get vaccinated against poliovirus if they haven’t yet done so. State Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Bassett declared polio "an imminent threat to public health" in New York State Wednesday, Sept. 28. NY Declares Polio State Of Emergency After Virus Found In Wastewater On Long Island The declaration will free up resources to help local health departments set up vaccination clinics and better focus their outreach efforts to unvaccinated or under-vaccinated New Yorkers, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office said. Health officials are hoping to boost …

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by Michael Mashburn
Hackensack
News
Sheriff Cureton: Enrollment Open For Bergen Citizens Police Academy Sheriff Cureton: Enrollment Open For Bergen Citizens Police Academy
Sheriff Cureton: Enrollment Open For Bergen Citizens Police Academy Enrollment is open for the 27th class of the Bergen County Citizen’s Police Academy, a 10-week course designed to give residents a working knowledge of law enforcement policies and tactics, Sheriff Anthony Cureton said. Bergen County residents 18 and older are eligible to participate, the sheriff said Wednesday, Sept. 14. “One of the most important components of law enforcement is fostering strong relationships with the community,” Cureton said. “Our Citizen’s Police Academy gives residents first-hand knowledge of the important work police do to enhance public safety and protect Bergen Co…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Alexandria
News
Cows, Pigs, Sheep, Oh My! Community Raises Money For Prince William Farm Sanctuary Cows, Pigs, Sheep, Oh My! Community Raises Money For Prince William Farm Sanctuary
Cows, Pigs, Sheep, Oh My! Community Raises Money For Prince William Farm Sanctuary The Hope and Serenity Farm Sanctuary in Prince William County is 11 acres of safe space for animals. Founded in 2017, the farm sanctuary is fully funded by donations, memberships, and animal sponsorships, according to a GoFundMe page started for the organization. Excerpt from Small's GoFundMe Page Renee Small's GoFundMe Page Small uses the farm sanctuary as a rehabilitating, secure environment for its 149 animals, as well as a learning space for all of its visitors, she wrote on the page. "Our animals are horses, pigs, donkeys, cows, goats, sheep, ducks, chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs,…

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by AJ Goldbloom
Hudson
Police & Fire
Meet This NJ Police Department's LGBTQ+ Liaison Meet This NJ Police Department's LGBTQ+ Liaison
Meet This NJ Police Department's LGBTQ+ Liaison A police department in New Jersey is hoping to provide more support for the LGBTQ+ community. The Kearny Police Department appointed Officer Nicole Cain (she/her) as its first LGBTQ+ liaison. A five-year veteran who was born and raised in Kearny. She currently resides in Morris County with her wife, Mary, and their dog, Gryffin. Cain's appointment as the LGBTQ+ Liaison is part of a statewide initiative to provide support to both law enforcement and the community who may be struggling with LGBTQ+ matters, her department said. The program is designed to build a stronger relationship an…

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by Cecilia Levine
Paramus
Events
Paramus LEAD Carnival Returns With Bigger, Better Rides Paramus LEAD Carnival Returns With Bigger, Better Rides
Paramus Lead Carnival Returns With Bigger, Better Rides The Paramus LEAD Carnival is back with new rides and entertainment (scroll down for the schedule). The annual event running Thursday, May 26 through Sunday, June 12 at Westfield's Garden State Plaza supports the local and national Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence (LEAD) organization. This year's carnival will boast the usual favorites such as the ferris wheel, funhouse and motorcycle stunt riders. But joining the fleet of rides and entertainment options are the Tornado, big bumper cars and nationally-renowned puppeteer Granpa Cratchet. Founded in 2014 by retir…

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by Cecilia Levine
Northampton
Obituaries
‘No Stronger Bond:’ Beloved Bangor Police K9 Edo Dies Of Sudden Illness After 9 Years On Force ‘No Stronger Bond:’ Beloved Bangor Police K9 Edo Dies Of Sudden Illness After 9 Years On Force
‘No Stronger Bond:’ Beloved Bangor Police K9 Edo Dies Of Sudden Illness After 9 Years On Force Beloved Bangor Police K9 Edo died of a sudden illness Wednesday afternoon after spending nine years on the force, the department said. “Edo was Officer Jones' partner, companion and family member for the past nine years,” the department wrote in a heartfelt Facebook post. “They patrolled the dark of night keeping our community safe.” K9 Edo and Officer Jones had also been active in Bangor’s community outreach program, where the dedicated pup would regularly demonstrate his “skills and prowess,” the department said. “Whether off duty or on, Officer Jones and Edo would spring into action, d…

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by Valerie Musson
White Plains
News
Missing 23-Year-Old Westchester Resident Located After Weeks-Long Search Missing 23-Year-Old Westchester Resident Located After Weeks-Long Search
Missing 23-Year-Old Westchester Resident Located After Weeks-Long Search A 23-year-old man who hadn’t been seen since late May has been located after more than two weeks of searching, his family and local police announced. On Saturday, May 29, Bronxville resident Michael DeMane Jr. was reported missing by his father, Mike DeMane, after he failed to respond to texts or calls for several days, when his phone was off. DeMane said that he drove the streets of Bronxville, called local hospitals in “most of Westchester County” and even attempted to file a missing person’s report with the FBI, though they said it was up to the local police, and without his son’s exact …

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by Zak Failla
Suffolk NY
News
COVID-19: New Long Island Pop-Up Vaccination Sites To Open COVID-19: New Long Island Pop-Up Vaccination Sites To Open
Covid-19: New Long Island Pop-Up Vaccination Sites To Open A pair of new pop-up COVID-19 vaccination sites are being set up on Long Island this week to provide first doses to thousands of New Yorkers. Those sites are: Nassau County: Freeport Recreation Center on East Merrick Roa on Thursday, Feb 25 Suffolk County: La Espiguita Soccer on Brentwood Road in Brentwood on Friday, Feb. 26 They are among a dozen new community-based pop-up vaccination sites coming online this week at churches, community centers, public housing complexes, and cultural centers in downstate New York to “bolster the state’s commitment to ensuring fairness and equity in the…

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by Zak Failla
Morris
News
Transit Police Provide Clothing, Shelter To Homeless Man At Morristown Station Transit Police Provide Clothing, Shelter To Homeless Man At Morristown Station
Transit Police Provide Clothing, Shelter To Homeless Man At Morristown Station Transit officers in Morristown “sprang to action” when they recently came across a homeless man in need of shelter. New Jersey Transit Police Officer Daniels and Crisis Outreach Officer Pfeifer saw the man wearing "torn and soiled" clothing at Morristown Station and asked if they could help him, the department wrote on Facebook. “He was experiencing homelessness and was in dire need of assistance,” the post said. After the man accepted their offer, the officers were able to reserve him a hotel room for the night with help from the Morristown Office of Temporary Assistance. “This was an im…

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by Valerie Musson
Worcester
Business
Second Marijuana Establishment Pitched To Webster Second Marijuana Establishment Pitched To Webster
Second Marijuana Establishment Pitched To Webster A retail marijuana dispensary is being proposed for Webster. Developers are seeking to put an adult-use marijuana establishment at 4 Town Forest Road, Unit A, in Webster. A community outreach meeting on the proposed pot shop will be held on Oct. 15, 6 p.m. at 4 Town Forest Road. The meeting will be held outside, rain, or shine. Webster has one marijuana establishment in town: Curaleaf, which does cultivation and manufacturing of marijuana products. Munro Associates is the only other company that has applied for a marijuana establishment license in Webster. Munro is owned by Somerset re…

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by Kristin Palpini
Burlington
Police & Fire
HEROES: NJ Transit Police Use CPR To Save Life Of Woman Struck By Car In Burlington County HEROES: NJ Transit Police Use CPR To Save Life Of Woman Struck By Car In Burlington County
Heroes: NJ Transit Police Use CPR To Save Life Of Woman Struck By Car In Burlington County New Jersey Transit Police used CPR to save the life of a woman struck by a car while crossing the street in Burlington County. While participating in community outreach services for homelessness in Palmyra, Transit Police Officers Gary Denamen, Gary Timmons and Joseph Carullo⁣ saw a woman who had been hit by a car while crossing the street on Thursday, July 30, authorities said in a release. Timmons tended to the woman’s head injury while an ambulance was called, authorities said. The woman then suddenly stopped breathing and lost consciousness, prompting the officers to perform CPR. The …

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by Valerie Musson
Worcester
Police & Fire
New Shrewsbury Police Chief Sworn In New Shrewsbury Police Chief Sworn In
New Shrewsbury Police Chief Sworn In Shrewsbury has a new police chief: former interim chief Kevin Anderson. Anderson was promoted to the full chief on July 20, according to a town-issued statement. He is a 26-year veteran of the Shrewsbury Police Department and, before taking on the interim role, was Detective Lieutenant, Detective Bureau Commanding Officer. Anderson first joined the Shrewsbury Police in 1994 as a patrolman. As chief, he will oversee a department with 64 employees serving a town of about 38,000 residents. Board of Selectmen Chairwoman Beth Casavant said Anderson impressed the board with his plans for the com…

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by Kristin Palpini
Putnam
Lifestyle
NWH: A Hospital That Wants To Keep You Out Of The Hospital NWH: A Hospital That Wants To Keep You Out Of The Hospital
NWH: A Hospital That Wants To Keep You Out Of The Hospital "Imagine a hospital that's doing everything in its power to keep you out of the hospital," said Joel Seligman, president and CEO of Northern Westchester Hospital.  While this goal may seem out of the ordinary -- and even a little counterintuitive -- for a successful hospital, NWH's commitment to healthcare means stepping beyond its doors and promoting health in wellness out in the community. This requires doctors, nurses and staff to bring their clinical expertise into the neighborhoods they serve, offering a wide array of health and wellness programs. "You’ll find us in the …

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Danbury
Police & Fire
New Fire Marshal Named In Danbury New Fire Marshal Named In Danbury
New Fire Marshal Named In Danbury Danbury Mayor Mark D. Boughton has officially named a new Fire Marshal for the city. Deputy Fire Marshal Terence Timan was promoted to the Fire Marshal position Thursday, March 7. He has been with the department since July of 2004, when he was hired as a firefighter and was promoted to Deputy Fire Marshal in January 2016. DFM Timan holds an Associate’s Degree in Fire Technology and Administration. He is currently working toward his Bachelor’s degree and has received a variety of Academic and service awards, such as: Outstanding Student Award Academic Achievement Award Dean’s List placemen…

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by Valerie Musson
Fair Lawn-Glen Rock
Police & Fire
VIDEO: Glen Rock Honors Police Vet, Welcomes New Chaplain, Special Officers VIDEO: Glen Rock Honors Police Vet, Welcomes New Chaplain, Special Officers
Video: Glen Rock Honors Police Vet, Welcomes New Chaplain, Special Officers Glen Rock honored a 20-year veteran police lieutenant while welcoming a new department chaplain and two new special police officers. Raised in Glen Rock, Lt. Christopher McInerney began his law enforcement career with the NYPD in 1992 before eventually transferring to his hometown department. As a sergeant, McInerney was appointed in October 2016 as Interim Executive Officer – and played a key role in the reorganization of the department, Police Chief Dean Ackermann said. Mc Inerney was promoted to lieutenant last November and currently serves as a platoon commander and professional standa…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Teaneck
Police & Fire
Longtime Teaneck Detective Takes Final Ride Down Cedar Lane Longtime Teaneck Detective Takes Final Ride Down Cedar Lane
Longtime Teaneck Detective Takes Final Ride Down Cedar Lane Teaneck Detective Ed Kazmierczak has driven down Cedar Lane dozens of times since joining the township’s police department 16 years ago. Friday night, he took his patrol car for one last spin. Affectionately known as “Kaz,” the longtime detective is looking forward to working with other municipalities when he joins the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office on Monday -- although he’ll miss the place he’s long called home. “You could drop me off blindfolded in the middle of any street -- and some of them are puzzles. But I’ve been here so long I could walk right out,” said Kazmierczak Friday aft…

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by Cecilia Levine
Paramus
Lifestyle
Paramus Police Program Could Make Difference For Disabled Residents Paramus Police Program Could Make Difference For Disabled Residents
Paramus Police Program Could Make Difference For Disabled Residents The Paramus Police Department is rolling out a program to help locate missing people with disabilities more efficiently. The Resident Identification Program is for community members of all ages with autism, Down syndrome, Alzheimer's or other conditions that might make it difficult to communicate with police officers. Officers will gather information from residents either at their house or at the police station, to be held in a secure database that police can access during emergency situations. "Having immediate access to important information about at-risk people in the community cou…

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by Cecilia Levine
Yonkers
Police & Fire
Enjoy A Cup of Joe With A Yonkers Cop Enjoy A Cup of Joe With A Yonkers Cop
Enjoy A Cup of Joe With A Yonkers Cop Yonkers Police are inviting residents to stop and enjoy a cup of hot coffee and get to know the men and women protecting the city. The event, part of a national outreach program to bring officers and community members together, will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Malecon Restaurant, at 390 South Broadway. During the event, residents will have a chance to discuss issues important to them and learn more about the department.

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by Kathy Reakes
Hackensack
Police & Fire
Sheriff Saudino: Enrollment Open For Bergen Citizens Police Academy Sheriff Saudino: Enrollment Open For Bergen Citizens Police Academy
Sheriff Saudino: Enrollment Open For Bergen Citizens Police Academy HACKENSACK, N.J. – Enrollment is open for the 21st class of the Bergen County Citizen’s Police Academy, an eight-week course designed to give residents a working knowledge of law enforcement policies and tactics, Sheriff Michael Saudino said.   Bergen County residents 18 and older are eligible to participate. “One of the most important components of law enforcement is fostering strong relationships with the community,” Saudino said. “Our Citizen’s Police Academy gives residents firsthand knowledge of the important work police do to enhance public safety and protect Bergen County residents.…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Clarkstown
Politics
Day Delivers 'Message Of Promise' During 5th Annual State Of County Speech Day Delivers 'Message Of Promise' During 5th Annual State Of County Speech
Day Delivers 'Message Of Promise' During 5th Annual State Of County Speech County Executive Ed Day outlined his vision for the future of Rockland County in his fifth annual State of the County message on Tuesday night, the first during his second term as County Executive. “What we have accomplished in 4 years is nothing short of miraculous,” said Day. “Our fiscal discipline has set the stage for our renaissance - a renaissance that is well underway. A renaissance that will be furthered by the actions we take in 2018, actions that we take together.” After outlining accomplishments from his first 4 years in office, Day spoke about the need for the county to join tog…

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by Jon Craig
Yorktown
Obituaries
Beloved Yorktown Police K-9 Dies Beloved Yorktown Police K-9 Dies
Beloved Yorktown Police K-9 Dies Moose, a beloved Yorktown Police Department K9 Officer has died at the age of 14. Yorktown police announced Moose's death on its Facebookk page. Moose worked side-by-side with his K9 Handler, Sgt. Justin Foley, for nearly nine years, from 2006-2014.   While the police department mourns the loss of Moose, it celebrates his many achievements. Moose was instrumental in several arrests, as well as in assisting tracking missing persons. " No one could clear a room / area and make it safe for all of us to do our work better than Moose." YPD said on its Facebook page. "Moose was …

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by Jon Craig