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And on the Paramus Patch calendar - Holiday Vendor Pop-Up & Craft Fair at New Milford High School

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Hello Paramus! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How long will Macy’s in Paramus keep anchoring Garden State Plaza?
  • Which Paramus malls still make New Jersey’s “elite” list in 2025?

Also on today's calendar: Holiday Vendor Pop-Up & Craft Fair at New Milford High School and 8 more events.

Find out what's happening in Paramusfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: Jimmy, did you crash on your bike again? You’ve lost a tooth! 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Sunday: Mostly cloudy and colder, with a high of 31 and low of 16 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Monday: Partly sunny, brisk and cold, temps: high: 31, low: 21.
  • Tuesday: More sun than clouds, with a high of 35 and low of 28 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Why your mom's weekly trip to Boscov's may be saving N.J.'s struggling malls (nj.com subscription) — If you shop Macy’s at Garden State Plaza in Paramus, your trips are part of a bigger story about how old-school department stores are propping up New Jersey’s struggling malls. The piece shows how anchors like Macy’s, Boscov’s, and JCPenney are adapting as enclosed malls shift toward mixed-use centers with entertainment, housing, and new-style “anchors.”
   

• Are New Jersey malls really dead in 2025? A Jersey kid goes back inside (nj1015.com) — Paramus shoppers will recognize Westfield Garden State Plaza, Bergen Town Center, and Paramus Park among the New Jersey malls still considered successful in 2025. This nostalgic look at mall culture explains how some centers, including Paramus’ hubs, are surviving by focusing on strong anchors, experiences, and regional draw, even as many other malls across the state struggle or sit half-empty.
   

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  • BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc. posted a job opening for Bakery Clerk Part Time in Paramus. Apply here.
  • Cherry Hill Programs posted a job opening for Seasonal Holiday Asst Location Manager- Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Paramus here.

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Ok Paramus! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

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