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Driver Hit From Behind Steps On Gas, Goes Off-Road In Bergen Co.
The incident happened on Thursday afternoon on Fair Lawn Avenue and the driver survived, according to police.

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The incident happened on Thursday afternoon on Fair Lawn Avenue and the driver survived, according to police.

Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. and the presentation will follow at noon.
The victims told police that many items were stolen including cash, debit and credit cards and gift cards, according to police.
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The abridgment of the classic "Romeo and Juliet" will have three more shows at 8 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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Trophies will be awarded for best in class, best in show and furthest traveled. All vehicles are welcome to participate.
The road will be closed between Hercules Road to North Dell Avenue for most traffic, with the exception of emergency vehicles.
Standard operating procedures will be implemented for Grand Jury presentations of fatal police encounter investigations.
State funds will allow for the financing and construction of hundreds of new affordable housing units.
The funds will be used to assess the feasibility of renewable resources at municipal facilities.
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The Smoothband will play at Morgan’s Farm. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show runs from 7 to 9 p.m.
There will be plenty of opportunities to interact with (and challenge) officers in fun popular backyard games.