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Council OKs Settlement Try for Police Lawsuit
Insurance carrier authorized to settle "punishment detail" claim if an agreement can be reached.

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Insurance carrier authorized to settle "punishment detail" claim if an agreement can be reached.

Borough avoids paying refunds, but will see tens of thousands of dollars less in taxes from two properties in the future due to settlements.
It was lowered to 30 miles per hour about a year ago.
About 20 truckloads of soil will be removed each day for about three weeks, Louis A. Riccio said.
A Chatham Township teen allegedly had marijuana on him during a traffic stop, and an Orange man allegedly trespassed at Drew again, according to police.
A 19-year-old Blairstown man was charged with intending to distribute drugs in a school zone after he allegedly was found with narcotics at Drew University, police said.
Council, Board of Ed's attorneys teach officials about "payments in lieu of taxes" as a way to boost the sales price of the former school.
Labor attorney Matthew Giacobbe was appointed borough attorney; Joseph Mezzacca Jr. has a "long road to recovery," the mayor said, asking residents to keep him in their thoughts and prayers.
John Hamilton received the Mayor's Award for heroic effort and Caroline Malia, who graduates from FDU Tuesday, was given roses.
Joseph Mezzacca Jr. was listed in serious condition Monday afternoon; labor attorney has been advising the council in his absence.
Madison resident, photographer and Historical Society supporter died Tuesday after an illness, according to a funeral announcement. He was 65.
Cast a vote and leave a review on your favorite restaurant's page for this week's Readers' Choice.
A public hearing on an ordinance to rezone 10 Maple Ave. is scheduled for the Monday Borough Council meeting.
The Rev. Geno Sylva is bringing lessons learned at St. Paul Inside the Walls to the Pontifical Commission on the New Evangelization.
After a downturn in the construction business, John Barba opened a House Doctors franchise.
Mr. Spork, ATR, Najeli Soul, and the Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey are among the groups playing the four-day carnival.
Rec Department and Playwrights Theatre seek residents ages 14 to 21 for a summer production of "Once Upon a Mattress," with opportunities for residents of all ages to get involved.
Debate over the three no votes on the budget continues.
Only open house on Mother's Day in Madison, according to Aol Real Estate.
Board of Ed is expected to vote on the issue at its May 22 meeting.