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New Milford Ranked as 11th Safest Community in New Jersey
A home security website conducted an investigation and reviewed FBI data to compile the list of 50 Safest Communities in New Jersey.
New Milford was ranked No. 11 on a list of the 50 Safest Communities in New Jersey compiled by SafeWise.com, a website that compares home security options.
According to SafeWise.com, they used data from the FBI’s 2011 Crime in the U.S. Report with their own investigation to compile the list.
“Pair abundant recreation and historic preservation with a vibrant business community and you’ve created New Milford,” reads the article. “From adult craft classes to children’s sports camps, women’s softball and special events like Easter egg hunts, New Milford keeps your active family entertained for a nominal charge.”
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New Milford was ranked fourth among Bergen County communities, behind Mahwah, who took the No. 1 spot, No. 6 Dumont and No. 8 Bergenfield.
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