In case you missed any local news this week, here it is:

Police Officers Sworn in as Sergeants; Mayor Breaks Tie to Affirm Promotions

Police officers and their families filled the council chambers as six police officers stood ready to be promoted to the rank of sergeant. Mayor Ann Subrizi's vote was needed to break the tie to affirm promotions.

School Tax Increase Lowest in 3 Years

The 2012-13 school budget calls for a 1.63% increase in property taxes, the lowest in three years.

Return of the Chicken Outlaw

Former "Chicken Outlaw" Jeff DelVecchio appeared before the mayor and council Monday night asking them to consider forming a Green Team as part of becoming a Sustainable Jersey community.

Mayor and Council Approve Seasonal Hire

After being rejected for a full-time position with the DPW, followed by his reinstatement as a seasonal employee being tabled, Mark Hettinger regained his seasonal employment status.

Freeholders Pass Resolution to Deny Righetti Parole

The Bergen County Board of Chosen Freeholders joined ranks with New Milford's mayor and council in unanimously passing a resolution asking that the New Jersey State Parole Board deny parole for Christopher Righetti.

New Milford Man Charged with Endangering Welfare of Child in Fort Lee

A New Milford man was arrested Tuesday at Fort Lee High School and charged with endangering the welfare of a child and promoting obscene material.

FEMA Reimbursement for October Snowstorm

New Milford has filed to be reimbursed for more than $128,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for costs associated with the surprise snowstorm that ravaged the northeast on October 29.

New Milford Awarded NJDOT Grant

New Milford was awarded $146,500 for paving Center St. from Boulevard to the Oradell town line.

Elm Street Bridge Construction Begins April 9

Oradell Emergency Management has said that construction on the Elm Street Bridge will begin on Monday, April 9th.

Working 9 to 5: What a Way to Make a Hit

NMHS production of "9 to 5: The Musical" wows the audience and sells out every show.

Long-Time New Milford Educator Focus of Penn State Exhibit

The Special Collections Library at Penn State University is exhibiting the works of Bea Card Kettlewood, chair of New Milford High School's art department from 1960 to 1984.