Firefighter Lawsuit, Valley Skepticism in Top Local Headlines

Aronsohn Challenges Valley's Claimed Bed Count Needs

Ridgewood mayor says the impending re-opening of Pascack Valley changes the hospital landscape. Valley says an aging population's medical needs will offset patient losses to its Westwood rival.

Police Seeking Two Persons of Interest in Credit Card Theft 

Surveillance footage shows two men using a Glen Rock man's stolen credit cards at stores in Paramus, Fair Lawn, Fort Lee and Bronx, NY. The police are asking the public's help in identifying the two men.

Appellate Court Denies $3.5M Appeal of Ridgewood Firefighter

Three-judge panel upheld a $3 million reduction of damages awarded to Kevin Reilly, whom a jury found was retaliated against for reporting alleged safety violations to superiors.

Ridgewood Eyes Glen Rock Property for Site of New Municipal Garage

Glen Rock Mayor John van Keuren is wondering why the village hasn't sent an email or called about their rapidly moving plans to potentially relocate its municipal garage to Glen Rock.

Glen Rock Municipal Taxes to Rise Average of $174

Combined with county taxes, it represents a $174 tax hike for residents with an average assessed home value of $550,000. Altogether, the municipal tax bill averages about $3,000 for the average resident.

Glen Rock Screening Provocative Educational Film 'Race to Nowhere'

Co-director and producer Vicki Abeles will be at Glen Rock to discuss the work-life balance of school children. Glen Rock is currently reviewing its homework policies.

Sidewalk Damaged by Town Tree May No Longer Be Homeowner's Problem

If a town tree rips up your sidewalk, the village might soon be responsible for the damage. The discussion will be coming up at a future council meeting.