Paramus, NJ|News|
Cliffside Park Woman Physically Assaulted Child, Prosecutor Says
A Cliffside Park woman was arrested for having assaulted a child on Sunday, said the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
- Hoboken, NJ
Hi! I'm a lifelong New Jersey resident who grew up in Matawan/Aberdeen, Freehold, and Old Bridge. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in the 1990s. After college, I spent 20 years as a beat reporter and editor at a newspaper chain in Hudson County, and have written for the Washington Post and Atlantic.com. I've also published two novels, one of which was adapted into a nerdy romantic comedy that's currently streaming on Netflix (called Carrie Pilby). I believe in the power of local journalism to do so much good in large and small ways. Reach me at caren.lissner@patch.com
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Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
Glen Rock Resident Reports Tax Scam, Police Give Warning
Tax Day is looming, and one resident reported a tax return scam to local police in Bergen County. The police have a message.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hoboken|News|
Victim Of Fatal Fire In North Bergen Identified By Prosecutors
Two residents are dead after a fire broke out at a senior high-rise building in North Bergen. One of them has been identified by prosecutors
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Paramus, NJ|News|
Congestion Pricing For Route 17? Post By Paramus Police Sparks Debates
Social media posts from Paramus police and Ridgewood firefighters on April Fool's Day sparked some smiles and some debates.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hoboken|News|
Body Found On Hoboken Waterfront ID'd As Murder Victim: Prosecutor
Human remains that were found on the Hoboken waterfront last month have been identified, said the Hudson County Prosecutor's Office.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Jersey City, NJ|News|
This NJ Chef Was Just Nominated For Prestigious James Beard Award
One North Jersey-based chef has been nominated for the prestigious 2025 James Beard Awards.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hoboken|News|
Hoboken Literary Weekend Kicks Off Friday: 5 Things To Know
The 3-day Hoboken Literary Weekend takes place at independent bookstore Little City Books. There will be panels, comedy, and more.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hoboken|News|
Will Hoboken's Hospital Survive? City Debates Development Proposals
"Our hospital is critical to Hoboken. Any decision about its future needs to be made carefully," said one Hoboken council member.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
Four Ridgewood Roads Will Have Detours Over 6 Weeks: See Schedule
Four roads in Ridgewood will have detours for 6 weeks to install water mains near Eastside Reservoir and the future PFAS Treatment facility.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
Ridgewood House Fire Sends 1 To Hospital: Police
A woman was taken to the hospital following a house fire in Ridgewood late Monday afternoon, police said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
Bergen Community College: From Broadway To Bergen, Stitt To Perform
Based in Paramus, Bergen Community College enrolls more than 13,000 students. Enjoy the "From Broadway to Bergen" Stitt performance.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Hoboken|News|
Who's Got Best 'Mutz' In Hoboken? Cheese Festival Returns This Month
Hoboken's annual mozzarella ("mutz") festival also has a Sinatra sing-along, a cannoli eating contest, tastings, and more.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Mahwah, NJ|News|
14,000 Suspected Fentanyl Pills Found In Car Pulled Over In Mahwah
Detectives pulled over a car on Route 287 and found 14,000 suspected fentanyl pills, said Bergen County prosecutors.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Wyckoff, NJ|News|
Driver Slams Car Into Oakland, NJ House: Police
A driver experiencing a medical episode rammed into a house in Bergen County on Monday afternoon, police said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
Parent Calls 911 From Glen Rock Parking Lot After Child Is Assaulted
A parent who was driving to the hospital with their child, injured in an assault, pulled over in Glen Rock to call 911, police said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Jersey City, NJ|News|
Coffee Shop In Growing Jersey City Neighborhood Says Goodbye And Hello
As redevelopment continues near Liberty State Park in Jersey City, a coffee shop that's been a mainstay for 10 years is moving. But where?
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Mahwah, NJ|News|
Demolition Date Scheduled For Iconic Sheraton Hotel In Mahwah
The Sheraton Crossroads hotel, a gleaming site for those driving near the NJ/NY border, will come tumbling down this month.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
NJ Hospital Group, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield End Negotiations
A major Bergen County-based hospital network just announced an agreement with an insurance company that provides 1 million with Medicaid.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Jersey City, NJ|News|
Man Who Killed Wife In Hudson County Gets Sentenced: Prosecutor
A man who killed his wife in Hudson County in 2022 has been sentenced, Hudson County prosecutors said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
Police Seek Trio Who Stole Liquor From Glen Rock Shop: Cops
Police are looking for 2 men and a woman who swiped liquor from a Glen Rock store and left in a Kia, they said Monday.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
