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Paterson council approves pre-fab rec center for Buckley Park

The mayor’s plan to spend $1 million in federal funds to buy a pre-fabricated recreation center for Buckley Park has gained approval despite staunch opposition from the councilman who represents that section of Paterson.

 

Jeurys Familia pleads not guilty to domestic violence charge

Jeurys Familia, the Mets star relief pitcher who was arrested in connection with an alleged domestic violence incident late last month, pleaded not guilty in Fort Lee Municipal Court on Thursday morning.

 

Obamacare enrollment thrown into confusion by Trump win

Whether – and how -- the Republicans unwind a law that has brought health coverage to 20 million Americans while remaining an object of Republican loathing is yet to be spelled out.

 

Democratic lawmakers want hearings to impeach Christie over alleged knowledge of Bridgegate

Sen. Loretta Weinberg on Thursday requested Assembly Speaker Vincent Prieto to consider opening the impeachment process -- whether or not Christie finishes his term or exits early to join president-elect Donald Trump in the White House.

 

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Systems gets $243M in bonds from state agency

St. Joseph’s plans to use some of the money to pay off previous debt and the rest for a variety of projects, including the renovation of nursing care units, a technology upgrade, and the “build out of clinic facilities,” according to the healthcare group’s bond statement.

 

Paterson raid hits alleged drug operation near city elementary school

A raid at a house directly across the street from School 4 resulted in the arrests of two suspected drug dealers as well as the seizure of a shotgun on Thursday morning, according to police.

 

Paterson council approves preliminary budget that cuts tax burden and spending

Even two council members who consistently voted against Mayor Jose “Joey” Torres’ budgets in the past two years gave their preliminary backing to the current proposal.

 

What Donald Trump's first 100 days could look like

The end of the Affordable Care Act, a new Supreme Court justice, a trade war with China and mass deportation are all part of the plan.

 

Woman gets $95k settlement in lawsuit over crash with Paterson police car

The woman, Pamela Danzy, lived on Coral Street in Paterson at the time of the accident, according to court documents.

 

Democrats win seats on Prospect Park Council

Democrats ruled the day in Prospect Park as the party took all the council seats up for grabs on Nov. 8.

 

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