Wednesday, June 19, 2013
New Milford Police and Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Sex Crimes and Child Abuse Unit conduct joint investigation
A Palisades Park man was arrested Tuesday on sexual assault charges for allegedly engaging in inappropriate sexual conduct with an underaged New Milford girl, police said. Leo Lopiccolo, 40, an employee at Home Depot, was charged with aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child after a joint investigation by New Milford Police and the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Sex Crimes and Child Abuse Unit, Bergen County Prosecutor John Molinelli said. The 17-year old, a female acquaintance of Lopiccolo, reported the alleged sexual abuse to a New Milford High School staff member and said that it had been going on since she was 14-years old, Molinelli said. According to Molinelli, school officials notified …
The Bergen County native best known as Tony Soprano died Wednesday at 51. Have a photo with "Jimmy"? Something from The Sopranos? Post it here.
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420 runners come out to support NMFD Company 1.
After a week of severe weather alerts and flood warnings, the morning was picture perfect for the Fourth Annual New Milford Fire Department's 5K Run that was held on Saturday, June 15. Over 420 adults and children participated in the event which hosted a Family Walk, Kids Half Mile, Kids Dash and the 5K Run. New Milford Police Chief Frank Papapietro was among the runners. Kevin Nyambane was first to cross the finish line to win the race with a time of 16:04.19. Finishing second was John Pulos from the Hackensack HS track team at 16:19.07, followed by Carlos David Roa from Jamaica NY who finished third with a time of 16:38.68. For the women, Kathy Goetz of Paramus placed first with a time of 19:47.49, Onyi Obelle of Hackensack came in …
The actor best known as Tony Soprano was a Bergen County native.
Actor James Gandolfini, best known for his role as HBO wiseguy Tony Soprano, died Wednesday after suffering a heart attack in Rome, the cable network confirmed. He was 51. "We're all in shock and feeling immeasurable sadness at the loss of a beloved member of our family," HBO Vice President of program publicity Mara Mikialian said. "He was special man, a great talent, but more importantly a gentle and loving person who treated everyone no matter their title or position with equal respect." Gandolfini, a Bergen County native who attended Rutgers, was in Italy for the Taormina Film Festival, at which he was expected to appear as a guest for the closing gala on Saturday. He was best known for his role as mafia boss Tony Soprano on the now-…
Wu-Tang Clan member tweets support for Hackensack attorney
A member of Wu-Tang Clan, a popular New York hip-hop group, has endorsed a Hackensack Democrat vying for the 5th Congressional District. Critically acclaimed Ghostface Killah, lesser known as Dennis Coles, tweeted support for Roy Cho, an attorney looking to challenge Republican Rep. Scott Garrett for the district's congressional seat. “I need yall to check my man @roycho5 website http://www.roycho.com & help get him that CONGRESS SEAT,” tweeted the hip-hop star, noting Cho’s Twitter account. The endorsement stemmed from Cho’s sister, Jennifer, who has worked in the music industry and talked up her brother’s congressional hopes with industry contacts, according to the New Jersey Herald. Cho, 32, is eyeing his first run for public office and…
The U.S. Senate campaign heats up as Holt touts progressive record in new web ad.
U.S. Rep. Rush Holt (D-12) touts big brains and a progressive voting record as he aims squarely at Newark Mayor Cory Booker in his first web campaign spot in the New Jersey Senate race. The video was part of Holt’s full campaign website, launched Wednesday morning. In the video, Holt spends a good deal of time separating himself from Booker’s high-publicity actions. “I don’t have a million Twitter followers. I’ve never run into a burning building. And I‘m not friends with Mark Zuckerberg,’’ Holt says. “So why would I run for Senate against Cory Booker? Well, in Congress, I’ve always done what I think is right for New Jersey.” Sitting atop a classroom desk, Holt identifies himself as a teacher and a scientist with a progressive voting …
Former Director of Curriculum and Instruction from Moonachie chosen as Supervisor of Elementary Instruction.
Lauren Odoksta has been hired by the New Milford Board of Education (BOE) to be the Supervisor of Elementary Instruction beginning July 1. Introduced at Monday's BOE meeting, Odoksta told the audience that she began her career in Upper Saddle River as a teacher while she pursued her second masters degree in educational leadership. Odoksta has also served as Moonachie's Director of Curriculum and Instruction. According to Danielle Shanley, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, the position of Supervisor of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction is necessary not only to support the principals of Gibbs and Berkley elementary schools, who are responsible for implementing and overseeing all of the state mandated programs such as the HIB (…
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Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Michael Marrara Jr. facing charges of aggravated manslaughter relating to the death of his 10-week-old son in March of 2012.
The father of a 10-week old infant family members claimed died of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) last March has been charged with aggravated manslaughter, Prosecutor John L. Molinelli confirmed Tuesday. Michael Marrara Jr., 32, of Fort Lee, was also charged Tuesday with hindering apprehension and endangering the welfare of a child related to the death of his son, Andrew Jeremy Marrara, Molinelli said. Marrara posted $250,000 bail Tuesday night, jail records show. Molinelli did not provide further details on the investigation. "A year ago today you were born and we were blessed for ten beautiful weeks," family members wrote on Jan. 13, 2013 in memoriam of Andrew. "Then SIDS took you from us. Happy 1st Birthday in Heaven, little man. We…
New Milford Little League receives $5000 grant from SportsNet New York, home of the NY Mets.
Hurricane Sandy hit New Milford hard, the Little League fields being no exception. Bleachers were lost, the scoreboard was broken, fencing was destroyed and the grounds torn apart. League Vice President, Dan Davis, said that making the necessary repairs and getting the fields ready for opening day was a daunting task. "We rely on volunteers for everything from maintaining the fields to working the snack bar," Davis said. "All of our funding comes through fundraising." In order to help with costs, the League applied for the SNY (SportsNet New York) PLAY BALL grant to help restore the fields. Now in its third year, SNY PLAY BALL, in conjunction with N.Y. Community Bank, offers little leagues a chance to receive a $5,000 grant. Due to the …
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Event will include range of events for the 40th anniversary celebration of the publication of “Winning Hearts & Minds: War Poems by Vietnam Veterans.”
The following announcement was submitted by the Puffin Cultural Forum: The 40th anniversary celebration of the publication of “Winning Hearts & Minds: War Poems by Vietnam Veterans,” includes three very special events. First, from 4-6 p.m., Warrior Writer coordinators conduct a writing workshop for active duty service members, veterans and military family members. Then, at 7:00 p.m. "Scars and Stitches," a Combat Paper art show by military veterans and family members, will be unveiled. Representatives from the Combat Paper project will be on hand to discuss the work and its significance. The exhibition will be displayed throughout July. The main event, following the art opening, will be a performance by WHAM poets Jan Barry and W.D. …
Cranky Fake
9:52 pm on Wednesday, June 19, 2013
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