Scott Garrett (R-Bergen) voted on Wednesday to cut food stamps by $2 billion a year as part of a wide-ranging farm bill.

Several House Republicans have signaled the farm bill's food stamp cuts aren't deep enough. House Democrats, meanwhile, have been protesting the cuts by going on one-week food stamp diets.

EXCLUSIVE The last purported leader of what was once the infamous James Bond Gang of burglars agreed to spend four years in prison without parole today in exchange for admitting  his role in the theft of a safe from a Connecticut home that police found them trying to crack open in an Englewood garage. Today’s [...]

Scott Garrett (R-NJ) along with the rest of New Jersey’s congressional delegation is set to vote today on a bill that would outlaw abortion after 20 weeks. The bill H.R. 1797, co-sponsored by Garrett and titled The Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act would amend the federal criminal code to prohibit any person from performing or attempting to perform an abortion if the probable post-fertilization age of the unborn child is 20 weeks or greater.

Scott Garrett (R-NJ) along with the rest of New Jersey’s congressional delegation is set to vote today on a bill that would outlaw abortion after 20 weeks. The bill H.R. 1797, co-sponsored by Garrett and titled The Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act would amend the federal criminal code to prohibit any person from performing or attempting to perform an abortion if the probable post-fertilization age of the unborn child is 20 weeks or greater.

A PUBLISHER WRITES “This is the best day of my life!” exclaimed 15-year-old Jonah Gold of Tenafly, enjoying the attention heaped on him as “Chief for a Day.” Jonah has what is known as Aicardi Guitierez Syndrome, a genetic disease that afflicts youngsters with spasms and seizures, among other severe disabilities. Escorted by Tenafly’s actual [...]

On Friday, June 14, 2013, the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office will partner with 24 local and county law enforcement agencies for the third annual countywide Chief for a Day celebration.

The League of Women Voters of Northern Valley (LWVNV), a nonpartisan political organization serving residents in 27 towns in Bergen County, announced the organization’s 2013-2014 board of directors and recognized a member’s contributions to the League at its annual meeting held recently at Griffin’s Restaurant in Cresskill, New Jersey.

New Jersey State AFL-CIO conference delegates voted overwhelmingly Wednesday to endorse New Jersey District 39 State Senate candidate Jan Bidwell and Assembly candidates Anthony N. Iannarelli, Jr. and Donna C. Abene.

Community Farmers’ Markets are more popular today than ever because exceeding numbers of consumers are becoming interested in buying their fresh produce directly from local farmers. People enjoy the wholesome experiences of talking to farmers about produce, seeing their neighbors or friends out in the open air while enjoying the sights and smells of market day.

Bergen County candidates who have filed to run in the Nov. 5 school board elections.

ONLY ON THE PILOT A Westwood man and his son were led out of a Hackensack courtroom in handcuffs today to begin short jail terms for getting into a brawl with police from several towns. Superior Court Judge Edward Jerejian sentenced Nicholas R. Verastegui, 20, to 180 days and his father, 46-year-old Fred E. Verastegui, [...]

Former Rep. Andy Maguire of Ridgewood has announced that he will not seek the Democratic nomination to challenge Rep. Scott Garret in the 5th Congressional District race next year.

Every Thursday through October 24, 2013 we will once again be in the Town Hall complex adjacent to the tennis courts from 12 noon to 6 P.M.

A criminal attorney for Assemblyman Robert Schroeder said during a hearing Friday morning that he may move to suppress a “lengthy statement” the embattled Washington Township politician made to state police following his arrest last summer.

A criminal attorney for Assemblyman Robert Schroeder said during a hearing Friday morning that he may move to suppress a “lengthy statement” the embattled Washington Township politician made to state police following his arrest last summer.

SHOUT OUT Holdups are just one situation police from Hillsdale and River Vale will discuss with interested bank employees and law enforcement officers from area towns during a special “Safe Banks, Safe Businesses” presentation next week. “Human nature can often prevent us from thinking clearly during stressful moments,” Hilldale Chief Chip Staler and River Vale [...]

A pregnant township woman and her 2-year-old daughter were injured Thursday morning when a pickup struck their car from behind, causing it to hit a tree, authorities said.

YOU READ IT HERE FIRST A pregnant woman and her 2-year-old daughter were flown by helicopter to Hackensack Unversity Medical Center after a serious crash in River Vale this morning. Their conditions couldn’t be determined as of late this afternoon, although emergency workers at the scene indicated that their injuries didn’t appear life-threatening at the [...]

Assemblyman Robert Schroeder's personal accounting of outstanding debt says he owes thousands of dollars — and in some cases millions — to more than 70 individuals and businesses.

The Hispanic Business Council Scholarship Foundation of New Jersey will hold its annual scholarship gala May 30 at Florentine Gardens, 97 Rivervale Road, River Vale, with a cocktail reception at 6 p.m. followed by the program, dinner and dancing at 7. Proceeds benefit the organization's scholarship support. hbcsf.org.

Army Pfc. Min Soo Choi from River Vale, New Jersey died in Iraq February 26, 2005

Since March 19, 2003 The Department of Defense reports 6692 military deaths as a result of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. More than 50,000 Americans have been wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan.

We pause today to salute the brave men and women who have given their lives in service to their country.

Memorial Day Parades, Ceremonies and Events in Bergen County and North Jersey on Memorial Day Weekend 2013.

Memorial Day is a holiday that has evolved dramatically over the years. Memorial Day observances began after the Civil War to honor the Union soldiers who gave their lives in the conflict.

The Hispanic Business Council Scholarship Foundation of NJ, Inc. (HBCSF) will award $47,000 in scholarships and stipends for course-required materials to 21 current college and college-bound Hispanic students from New Jersey at the 22nd Annual Scholarship Gala. Janet Sharma, Executive Director of the Volunteer Center of Bergen County, will be honored for her leadership and contributions to the community.

To no surprise Tea Party Darling and Republican New Jersey Congressman Scott Garrett (Bergen, Sussex, Warren) voted for the 37th time to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010