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An (almost) lifelong Westchester resident, Sam has reported on all facets of Westchester since he graduated from Ryerson University with a degree in print journalism, including stints at North County News and The Examiner. A film columnist for WAG Magazine, Sam's moviegoing expertise has been profiled in the New York Times and he was a featured guest on VH1's Big Morning Buzz Live.

Sam was formerly a community editor at Daily Voice.

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Noriega Nominated For NJ Supreme Court Noriega Nominated For NJ Supreme Court
Noriega Nominated For NJ Supreme Court Michael Noriega, a Union County resident, has been nominated to be the newest justice on the New Jersey Supreme Court. Gov. Phil Murphy formally announced Noriega's nomination on Monday, May 15. Noriega, who was born in Weehawken, will be replacing Justice Barry Albin, who reached the mandatory retirement age. Noriega, who was raised in Union City and lives in Fanwood, is Murphy's fourth appointment to the bench. Noriega, 45, is a partner at Bramnick, Rodriguez, Grabas, Arnold, and Mangan, based in Clifton, working as a defense and immigration attorney. Noriega also spent five years as…

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Real Estate
Montclair Mansion Built By Renowned WWII Engineer Hits Market At $2.9M (LOOK INSIDE) Montclair Mansion Built By Renowned WWII Engineer Hits Market At $2.9M (LOOK INSIDE)
Montclair Mansion Built By Renowned WWII Engineer Hits Market At $2.9M (Look Inside) A North Jersey home built by famed engineer August Komendant can be yours, though you'll have to pay up. The home at 205 Highland Ave. in Upper Montclair has hit the market for $2.9 million. The home is listed by West of Hudson Real Estate. During World War II, Komendant worked with Gen. George Patton and afterward helped rebuild bridges damaged by the war.  He was the engineer for the famed Habitat complex in Montreal and the Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, while making a home in Montclair. 205 Highland Ave., MontclairWest of Hudson Real Estate via Zillow 205 Highland Ave., Mont…

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Police & Fire
Man Found Fatally Shot In Newark: Prosecutors Man Found Fatally Shot In Newark: Prosecutors
Man Found Fatally Shot In Newark: Prosecutors A 33-year-old Newark man was found fatally shot on the morning of Monday, May 15, according to authorities. Police responded to a report of a dead body on the 600 block of Frelinghuysen Avenue where they located Anthony Damico suffering from an apparent gunshot wound, Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens, II and Newark Public Safety Director Fritz Fragé said. He was pronounced dead at the scene, Stephens and Fragé said. The investigation is active and ongoing, Stephens and Fragé said. No arrests have been made, Stephens and Fragé said. Anyone with information i…

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Neighbors
NJ Triathlete Struck By Car Sees Community Support NJ Triathlete Struck By Car Sees Community Support
NJ Triathlete Struck By Car Sees Community Support Mary Truer was out riding her bicycle when she was hit by a car. Now people in Essex County are coming together to assist her and her family. Truer, a triathlete, will need surgery, said her friend Jonathan Tabuzo, a Bloomfield native, who organized a GoFundMe fundraiser. The money will help Truer and her family during this ordeal, Tabuzo said. As of Monday, May 15, more than $5,700 has been raised.  To donate, click here.

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Business
'Fat Bastard' Carries Family's Famed Thin Crust Pizza In South Hackensack 'Fat Bastard' Carries Family's Famed Thin Crust Pizza In South Hackensack
'Fat Bastard' Carries Family's Famed Thin Crust Pizza In South Hackensack The Giaquintos are back in South Hackensack with their trademark thin crust pizza. Anthony Giaquinto, whose roots in Bergen County's pizza scene run deep, has opened Fat Bastard and Sons at 434 Route 46, continuing a family legacy of pizzerias.  Giaquinto previously ran Tony G's in South Hackensack, The Balcony in Carlstadt, G Millz in Hoboken and Prime Time Sports Bar in Carlstadt. Giaquinto's mother, Mary Rose Giaquinto, was the longtime owner of Giaquinto's Old Judge, an institution in South Hackensack.  Now, Giaquinto is running Fat Bastard with his two sons, Dominick, a student at M…

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Police & Fire
Pedestrian Critically Injured In JC Hit-And-Run Crash: Police Pedestrian Critically Injured In JC Hit-And-Run Crash: Police
Pedestrian Critically Injured In JC Hit-And-Run Crash: Police A 35-year-old Jersey City resident was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash at midnight on Monday, May 15, authorities said. Jersey City police responded to Newark Avenue and Coles St and found the man with serious injuries, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez said. He was transported by EMS to Jersey City Medical Center where he is in critical but stable condition, Suarez said. The vehicle did not remain on the scene, Suarez said. The Hudson County Regional Collision Investigation Unit and the Jersey City Police Department are actively investigating, Suarez said. Anyone with in…

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Police & Fire
Linden Shooting Suspect Nabbed, Police Say Linden Shooting Suspect Nabbed, Police Say
Linden Shooting Suspect Nabbed, Police Say A 28-year-old Linden resident was arrested and charged for a shooting that occurred on Thursday, May 4, authorities announced. At 4 p.m., police responded to the 10 block of N. Wood Ave. and found a 26-year-old Linden resident suffering from a gunshot wound to the abdomen, police said. He was treated at the scene and transported to Newark University Hospital, police said. Michael Yensi was charged with attempted murder in the first degree, aggravated assault in the second degree and several weapons charges, police said. He was being held in the Essex County Jail pending a court appearance, …

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News
Lucky Lotto: Ticket Sold In Passaic County Nets $293,776 Lucky Lotto: Ticket Sold In Passaic County Nets $293,776
Lucky Lotto: Ticket Sold In Passaic County Nets $293,776 It was a Sunday funday for one NJ Lotto player in Passaic County. A ticket sold from a Jackpocket at Utopia Deli and Café in Hewitt matched all five numbers in the Jersey Cash 5 jackpot, earning the lucky winner $293,776. The winning numbers were 03, 09, 14, 27 and 37 and the XTra number was 04.

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Lifestyle
Rigged? Fans Slam 'American Idol' For Cutting NJ's Wé Ani From Top 3 Rigged? Fans Slam 'American Idol' For Cutting NJ's Wé Ani From Top 3
Rigged? Fans Slam 'American Idol' For Cutting NJ's Wé Ani From Top 3 It was an "American Idol" stunner that has left fans fuming. Wé Ani, a Paterson native, was sent home on the singing competition show on Sunday, May 14, despite many fans believing her to be the favorite to win. Ani was hoping to be one of the three final contestants ahead of next week's season finale, especially after acclaimed performances of "The Climb" and "The Unknown." IKYFL. This show is rigged. We Ani should DEFINITELY be this season's winner. #AmericanIdol pic.twitter.com/0z8RhVvw78 — George Santos' Hermes Bag 🎒 💁🏻 (@euphoric_mimi) May 15, 2023 American Idol is rigged … we …

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Business
New Territories Serves Up New Flavors In Fair Lawn New Territories Serves Up New Flavors In Fair Lawn
New Territories Serves Up New Flavors In Fair Lawn An ice cream parlor that is a hit in New York has brought its special blend of Hong Kong eats and sweets to Bergen County. New Territories, which took off when it opened in Chinatown, has had a spot in Fair Lawn at 13-24 River Rd.  for the past 18 months. Along with ice cream, they also offer bubble waffles, which is a favorite snack in Hong Kong.  "We took that recipe from Hong Kong and implemented it in New York," Peter Mai, who runs New Territories with Cynthia Chan, said. "We offer Asian inspired ice cream flavors with a twist to it. We try to make everything over the top, pretty and f…

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