All Hands Called for Third Alarm House Fire
By Firefighter Joe Gallup
September 1, 2010
The Oakland Police Dispatched the OFD to a home on Lakeshore Drive at approximately 02:13 this morning for possible fire. Chief Knapp, 1050 was first on location and relayed back to dispatch there was a working house fire and requested a second all [...]
“For years the Ramapo Bergen Animal Refuge has been our workplace, our life, our heart and our home away from home, but more importantly it has been the temporary home and sanctuary to hundreds of starved, abandoned, abused, neglected and simply just forgotten animals. Today as we walked through the empty kennel and water drenched [...]
On July 31, 2010 Ptl. Bart Pagerie conducted a motor vehicle stop on Ramapo Valley Road after observing the vehicle disregard a red light. As the officer approached the car, he immediately detected the strong odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from the driver and the vehicle’s passenger compartment. After conducting some standardized [...]
Business is good, perhaps the economy in general still stinks, but business is good when it helps support a local economy in diverse and creative ways.
Topcon Medical Systems announced in April it’s move from Paramus to Oakland, and this July hosted the official ribbon cutting ceremony.
Topcon Medical Systems, TMS, is a market leader in diagnostic [...]
Congratulations to the Girls 12U Travel Softball and 14U Travel Baseball teams!
Last spotted on the Oakland/Franklin Lakes border on Franklin Ave. . He is very scared and doesn’t answer to a name because he was a puppy mill dog.
GOOD NEWS! Nelson has been found and returned to his owners unharmed!
LOST PUGGLE LAST SPOTTED YESTERDAY BY THE OLD TOWN POOL ACROSS FROM THE OAKLAND DINER- NAME IS NELSON 30LBS. BEIGE COLORING NEUTERED WEARING 2 BLUE COLLARS PLEASE CALL 201-615-1498 IF SEEN OR FOUND, WE MISS HIM DEARLY.
Christina Decarlo
A 64 year old Oakland man was arrested for stealing from his mother who passed away in 2008 at the age of 90 in Franklin Lakes. The unpleasant facts were laid out by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, and residents can click here to read the official press release.
Over a three year period, between 2005 [...]
Paramus Veterans Home Residents Dine at VFW Post 5702
Approximately 20 residents of the Paramus Veterans home recently enjoyed a pasta and meatball dinner at Franklin Lakes VFW Post 5702. The dinner, arranged by Post 5702 Service Officer Bob Linz, is part of Post 5702’s effort to serve veterans of all ages.
Assisting post members [...]
On July 10, 2010 Officers were dispatched to a business on Ramapo Valley Road on the report of an individual threatening someone with a knife. Upon arrival, Lt. Chris Eldridge located the suspect in a vehicle in the parking lot and placed him under arrest along with the assistance of Officer Pianettini and Officer Docwra. [...]
The recent damage to one of Oakland’s wells seems to be the culprit of a large lime build-up in many dishwashers around town. Below are directions to help clear up the problem:
There are several products that can be purchased at the grocery store that will de-mineralize your dishwasher, CLR being one.
Look for: glasses that have [...]
Here are 2 photos by Ryan Robinson of Hiawatha after the road repair was completed:
Compilation of various Oakland PD activity includes DWI crash & arrest near Manito school, and continuing investigations of thefts of local business and home.
The fireworks display in Oakland, while not held on the 4th of July, certainly held the spirit of the 4th. It incarnated the vision of John Adams who foresaw that Independence Day for America would forever be celebrated in the hearts, in the homes, in the streets and in the fields. (see video of Oakland’s [...]
Mike Guadagnino was recently recognized for his commitment and efforts for the Recreation Baseball Program. Without volunteers like Mike these programs would not be possible. The Oakland Journal extends congratulations and gratitude to Coach Guad. Below is the thank you from all those involved in the program.
Mike Guadagnino,
On behalf of your Recreation Baseball Managers and [...]
Oakland Flag Day Ceremony - June 14
The Flag Day Ceremony was hosted by the Elks Lodge 2167 in Veterans Park on Monday, June 14. Boy Scout Troop 49 was proudly represented by the following Scouts: (Left to Right) Mark Tyler Walstead, Padraic Burns, Matt Folkerts, Alec Walstead, and were joined by Cub Scout Quinn Burns [...]
Courtesy Oakland Police Department
On June 16, 2010 Ptl. McDermott and Ptl. Catenacci were dispatched to a residence on Long Hill Road for a reported residential burglary which occurred sometime in the past. Upon arrival, the officers entered the home and discovered that several miscellaneous pieces of electronics equipment had been unlawfully removed. [...]
Over 800 participants took part in the 2010 Wyckoff-Franklin Lakes Triathlon, beating last years number of over 750.
Challengers faced a half mile swim, a 17 mile bike race, and crossing the finish line after a 5 mile run.
Readers can check out all the times for participants at Compuscore,() but the list of the top 3 [...]
The founder of the Captive Fastener Corporation in Oakland passed away this June at the age of 71. The industrialist succumbed to a battle with cancer after compiling a lifetime of achievements that exemplify the American dream for many.
Born in 1939 in Pittsburgh, PA, Joseph Alderisio moved to Oakland in his early twenties and, by [...]
The controversial high school policy which was years in the making due to stiff resistance from local parents has been found unconstitutional. The controversial school regulation numbered 6145, focused on student conduct away from school: be it on a family vacation or in the home.
The regional school board governing Indian Hills and Ramapo High School [...]
