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Mayor Defends Paramus Against Blue Law Challenge, Police Hirings in Top Local News
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Paramus Mayor Calls Blue Laws Repeal Argument 'Ridiculous'
Mayor Richard LaBarbiera stands strong in support of the Blue Laws in Bergen County and Paramus and defends the residents who have been criticized for "whining" in defense of their peace and quiet.
Paramus Police to Get Two More Officers in 2013
Borough will begin the hiring process to add manpower to the borough's police department.
Paramus Focuses on Preserving Its History
Paramus is putting a new focus on preserving its history. Five members were sworn in Tuesday to the new Historic Preservation Commission which will work to preserve treasured history in the borough.
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Star Spartan Follows Family Footsteps in Law Enforcement
Former Spartan gridiron star Michael Mordaga Jr. is the latest member of his family to serve in law enforcement as the newest Bergen County Sheriff's Officer.
Ex-Bergen Yeshiva Teacher Pleads Guilty in Child Pornography Case
A former teacher at a Paramus Yeshiva who worked with youth in Teaneck has pleaded guilty to child pornography and exploitation charges, federal prosecutors announced Tuesday.
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Paramus Begins Shared Court with Neighboring Maywood
The two boroughs will begin a shared service agreement said to bring benefits to both municipalities.
First-Ever Relay for Life Comes to Paramus
The American Cancer Society signature fundraiser event will come to Paramus June 14 to June 15 and all of the community is invited to take part in this fight against cancer.
Paramus Library Hosts Photographry Exhibit by Chip Renner
Local photographer Chip Renner has an exhibit currently featured at the Paramus Public Library until the end of February.
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