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The City of Hackensack is proud to announce the swearing-in of twelve new members of the Hackensack Citizen Officer Partnership (H-COP) program during a recent ceremony at the Hackensack Police . . .

Petitions are available for the Hackensack Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, May 13, 2025

There are five open seats for City Council available. Beginning Monday, January 6, 2025, petitions may be picked up at the Hackensack City Clerk’s Office, 3rd Floor, 65 Central Avenue, . . .

Hackensack City Council Honors Dedicated Public Servant Lillian Whitaker, Principal of Nellie K. Parker Elementary School

The Hackensack City Council extends its heartfelt condolences and recognizes the profound impact of Lillian Whitaker, who served as the beloved principal of Nellie K. Parker Elementary School and passed . . .

Father and Son Arrested for Drug Dealing and Possession of Loaded Handgun

The Hackensack Police Department announces the arrest of Jahfari R. Miller (DOB: 6/24/83) and Miller (DOB: 11/7/05) both from Hackensack New Jersey, on several criminal charges in reference to a . . .

Man Charged with Aggravated Criminal Sexual Contact, Criminal Sexual Contact and Endangering the Welfare of a Child

Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 45-year-old JOSE F. FAJARDO of Hackensack, NJ on charges of aggravated criminal sexual contact, criminal sexual contact, and endangering the welfare . . .

Man Charged with Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material

Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of JONATHAN J. GAVIN, 48, of Hackensack, NJ, on the charge of . . .

Hackensack City Council Honors Police Officers with Promotions

At the most recent City Council meeting on Tuesday, December 10, Hackensack Police Chief Michael Antista promoted five members . . .

Latin Grammy-nominated singer among list of Hackensack PAC 2025 performers

Hackensack Achieves Bronze-Level Sustainable Jersey Certification and Celebrates Environmental Milestones

The City of Hackensack is proud to announce it has met the rigorous requirements to achieve bronze-level certification from Sustainable . . .

Armed Robbery Suspect in custody

The Hackensack Police Department announces the arrest of Hudhaifa Johnson (DOB-12/27/1998, a security guard) of Hackensack New Jersey, on several . . .

F-18 Metlife Flyover

This Sunday November 17th, two F-18 jets will be conducting a flyover of MetLife Stadium for the New York Jets . . .

Man Charged with Luring, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, and Criminal Sexual Contact

Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 38-year-old SANTOS MARTINEZ-MARTINEZ of Hackensack, NJ on charges of luring, endangering . . .

Military Aircraft Activity at TEB this Weekend

Teterboro Airport (TEB) will be hosting US Navy aircraft this weekend as part of the Navy vs. Notre Dame football . . .

City of Hackensack Appoints Michael Antista as Chief of Police, Following Decade of Department Reforms and Leadership Overhaul

The City of Hackensack is proud to announce the appointment of Michael Antista as the city’s new Chief of Police, . . .

Teterboro Airport Grows, Evolves In Busy Airspace

Residing in one of the most congested air traffic areas in the country, the preeminent U.S. airport for business jets . . .

Our Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest is Back!

Get ready to have a gourd time! Our annual Pumpkin Carving Contest is back and we invite residents of all . . .

Hackensack Police Department Partners with COPS Office for Organizational Assessment to Shape Long-Term Vision

The Hackensack Police Department (HPD) has partnered with the Department of Justice’s Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) to conduct . . .

Bergen County Mosquito Control Will Perform Early Morning ULV Truck Spray On August 26th

The Bergen County Mosquito Control will be performing an early morning ULV Truck Spray in Hackensack on Monday August 26th, . . .

Carver Park Basketball Courts Closed for Repair

The basketball courts at Carver Park will be temporarily closed for repairs on Thursday, July 18th. The maintenance work is . . .

Man Charged with Sexual Assault & Endangering the Welfare of a Child

Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 52-year-old BRAULIO F. TORAL of Hackensack, NJ on charges of sexual . . .

City of Hackensack Announces Adoption of 2024 Municipal Budget

Officials Pledge Commitment to Enhancing Quality of Life While Maintaining Tax Stability Mayor John Labrosse and the City Council have . . .

Appellate Court Rules in Favor of City of Hackensack’s Decision to Terminate Officers Involved in 2016 Warrantless Search Incident

City Officials Pledge Continued Commitment to Systemic Reform at Hackensack Police Department After Major Legal Victory The Appellate Division of . . .

Environmental Commission and Green Team Meeting Canceled

Please be advised the Environmental Commission and Green Team meetings scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday May 22nd, are canceled due to . . .

Teterboro Airport Hosting Three Seahawk Helicopters

Teterboro Airport will be hosting 3 US Navy SH-60 Seahawk helicopters that will be taking part in the annual US . . .

Woman Arrested for Pouring Boiling Water on Man During Dispute

The Hackensack Police Department announces the arrest of Evelyn Sampson (DOB: 8/31/61, unemployed) of Hackensack on several criminal charges related . . .

Hackensack Planning Board Approves Landmark Project for Former YMCA Site

New Mixed-Use Development Will Create More Than $1 Million in New Annual Tax Revenue The City of Hackensack is pleased . . .

Hackensack Fire Department Announces Promotion of Anthony Riehl to Fire Chief

The Hackensack Fire Department is proud to announce the promotion of Anthony Riehl to the position of Fire Chief, effective . . .

Man Charged with Sexual Assault and Endangering the Welfare of a Child

Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 76-year-old PHILLIP PORTER of Hackensack, NJ on charges of aggravated sexual . . .

Hackensack Police Department Receives Re-Accreditation For Impressive Second Time

The Hackensack Police Department (HPD) announced on Thursday that it had once again successfully received re-accreditation by the New Jersey . . .

PSE&G Replacing Existing Meters With New Smart Meters

PSE&G is completing its smart meter program in 2024. Meters in our town are going to be replaced beginning this . . .

Johnson Public Library Launches “Books by Mail” for Hackensack Residents Unable to Visit the Library

The Johnson Public Library is now offering a free “Books by Mail” service for Hackensack residents who are homebound or . . .

The Arrest of Christopher Baboolal

The Hackensack Police Department announces the arrest of Christopher Baboolal of Hackensack on several criminal charges related to a criminal . . .

The Arrest of Kadien Jackson

The Hackensack Police Department announces the arrest of Kadien Jackson of Brooklyn New York on several charges in reference to . . .

Getting Attorney General’s Opinion On Officers Being Paid Twice For The Same Hours Worked

The Hackensack City Council will adopt a resolution at Tuesday’s meeting asking the New Jersey Attorney General to formally determine . . .

City Offices Closed

Due to the current severe weather conditions, all city offices will remain closed today. Additionally, tonight’s Shade Tree Committee meeting . . .

Parking Arrangements For Affected Snow Streets

Please be advised that street parking on snow streets will be prohibited once snow accumulation exceeds 2 inches. To accommodate . . .

COW & City Council Meeting Canceled

Due to a lack of quorum tonight’s (February 6th, 2024) COW & City Council meetings have been canceled.

. . .

The Arrest of Tyler Dondershine

The Hackensack Police Department announces the arrest of Tyler Dondershine of Hackensack NJ on the charge of criminal sexual contact. . . .

Police Director Ray Guidetti Detailing Department Improvements

Big changes are happening in the Hackensack Police Department that are greatly improving our ability to serve and protect the . . .

City Offices Delayed Opening

In light of the impending snowstorm for tomorrow, January 16th, all city offices will have a delayed opening of 10am. . . .

Council Meeting for 1/9 Cancelled Due to NJ State of Emergency

Please be advised that due to the expected storm and current State of Emergency throughout New Jersey, the Hackensack City . . .

Transforming Hackensack’s Police Department

Bringing necessary changes to any organization can be challenging, and this is particularly true of an institution like the Hackensack . . .

HPD Bergen County Police Academy Graduates

On Friday, December 15, the City of Hackensack graduated four outstanding individuals from the Bergen County Police Academy, stepping into their roles . . .

Mayor, Council Agree to Extend Contract of New Police Director Guidetti

Recognizing the success of recent initiatives to reform the police department, Hackensack Mayor John Labrosse and the City Council agreed unanimously to . . .

Drone Program to Enhance First Responder Capabilities

The City of Hackensack is proud to announce the implementation of an advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) program, colloquially known . . .

New Audit Confirms Pattern of Past Overtime Abuse

City addressing systemic failures with comprehensive reform effort. In keeping with its practice of transparency involving public safety matters, the . . .

Retirement of Chief Thomas Freeman

Thomas Freeman, a dedicated public servant and the esteemed Fire Chief of the Hackensack Department has announced his retirement after . . .

Main Street Revitalization Continues With New Residential Developments, Restaurants and Shops Now Open

Main Street is continuing to experience a thrilling wave of new investment that is revitalizing the area into a vibrant . . .

Approved for Five New Firefighters Through Federal SAFER Grant 

The City of Hackensack has been approved for grant funding to hire five new firefighters through the federal SAFER program, . . .

Applying for Five New Firefighters Through Federal SAFER Grant

The City of Hackensack has applied for grant funding to hire five new firefighters through the federal SAFER program, which . . .

Pursuing Automatic Aid Agreements with Nearby Municipalities

Comprehensive Report Shows That Department’s Current Staffing Level Meets NFPA Standards The City of Hackensack is announcing that it will . . .

New H-COP Officers Sworn In to Strengthen Community Policing in Hackensack

The City of Hackensack is proud to announce the swearing-in of twelve new members of the Hackensack Citizen Officer Partnership (H-COP) program during a recent ceremony at the Hackensack Police . . .

Petitions are available for the Hackensack Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, May 13, 2025

There are five open seats for City Council available. Beginning Monday, January 6, 2025, petitions may be picked up at the Hackensack City Clerk’s Office, 3rd Floor, 65 Central Avenue, . . .

Hackensack City Council Honors Dedicated Public Servant Lillian Whitaker, Principal of Nellie K. Parker Elementary School

The Hackensack City Council extends its heartfelt condolences and recognizes the profound impact of Lillian Whitaker, who served as the beloved principal of Nellie K. Parker Elementary School and passed . . .

Father and Son Arrested for Drug Dealing and Possession of Loaded Handgun

The Hackensack Police Department announces the arrest of Jahfari R. Miller (DOB: 6/24/83) and Miller (DOB: 11/7/05) both from Hackensack New Jersey, on several criminal charges in reference to a . . .

Man Charged with Aggravated Criminal Sexual Contact, Criminal Sexual Contact and Endangering the Welfare of a Child

Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 45-year-old JOSE F. FAJARDO of Hackensack, NJ on charges of aggravated criminal sexual contact, criminal sexual contact, and endangering the welfare . . .

Man Charged with Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material

Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of JONATHAN J. GAVIN, 48, of Hackensack, NJ, on the charge of possession of child sexual abuse material. The arrest is the . . .

Hackensack City Council Honors Police Officers with Promotions

At the most recent City Council meeting on Tuesday, December 10, Hackensack Police Chief Michael Antista promoted five members of the Police Department in a ceremony attended by family, . . .

Latin Grammy-nominated singer among list of Hackensack PAC 2025 performers

Hackensack Achieves Bronze-Level Sustainable Jersey Certification and Celebrates Environmental Milestones

The City of Hackensack is proud to announce it has met the rigorous requirements to achieve bronze-level certification from Sustainable Jersey, a testament to the city’s ongoing commitment to sustainability . . .

Armed Robbery Suspect in custody

The Hackensack Police Department announces the arrest of Hudhaifa Johnson (DOB-12/27/1998, a security guard) of Hackensack New Jersey, on several criminal charges in reference to a robbery investigation. On November . . .

F-18 Metlife Flyover

This Sunday November 17th, two F-18 jets will be conducting a flyover of MetLife Stadium for the New York Jets game. The flyover operation will be based out of TEB . . .

Man Charged with Luring, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, and Criminal Sexual Contact

Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 38-year-old SANTOS MARTINEZ-MARTINEZ of Hackensack, NJ on charges of luring, endangering the welfare of a child, and criminal sexual contact. The . . .

Military Aircraft Activity at TEB this Weekend

Teterboro Airport (TEB) will be hosting US Navy aircraft this weekend as part of the Navy vs. Notre Dame football game taking place at MetLife Stadium on Saturday. 5 Navy . . .

City of Hackensack Appoints Michael Antista as Chief of Police, Following Decade of Department Reforms and Leadership Overhaul

The City of Hackensack is proud to announce the appointment of Michael Antista as the city’s new Chief of Police, marking the first time in 14 years the position has . . .

Teterboro Airport Grows, Evolves In Busy Airspace

Residing in one of the most congested air traffic areas in the country, the preeminent U.S. airport for business jets is a case study in the interdependencies of the national . . .

Our Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest is Back!

Get ready to have a gourd time! Our annual Pumpkin Carving Contest is back and we invite residents of all ages to showcase their pumpkin carving skills and creativity. Participants . . .

Hackensack Police Department Partners with COPS Office for Organizational Assessment to Shape Long-Term Vision

The Hackensack Police Department (HPD) has partnered with the Department of Justice’s Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) to conduct an organizational assessment, aimed at shaping the department’s future direction. . . .

Bergen County Mosquito Control Will Perform Early Morning ULV Truck Spray On August 26th

The Bergen County Mosquito Control will be performing an early morning ULV Truck Spray in Hackensack on Monday August 26th, between the hours of 3:00-6:00 AM. We will be spraying . . .

Carver Park Basketball Courts Closed for Repair

The basketball courts at Carver Park will be temporarily closed for repairs on Thursday, July 18th. The maintenance work is expected to be completed swiftly, allowing the courts to reopen . . .

Man Charged with Sexual Assault & Endangering the Welfare of a Child

Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 52-year-old BRAULIO F. TORAL of Hackensack, NJ on charges of sexual assault, endangering the welfare of a child, aggravated criminal sexual . . .

City of Hackensack Announces Adoption of 2024 Municipal Budget

Officials Pledge Commitment to Enhancing Quality of Life While Maintaining Tax Stability Mayor John Labrosse and the City Council have announced the adoption of Hackensack’s new municipal budget for the . . .

Appellate Court Rules in Favor of City of Hackensack’s Decision to Terminate Officers Involved in 2016 Warrantless Search Incident

City Officials Pledge Continued Commitment to Systemic Reform at Hackensack Police Department After Major Legal Victory The Appellate Division of the New Jersey Superior Court issued a decision Thursday that . . .

Environmental Commission and Green Team Meeting Canceled

Please be advised the Environmental Commission and Green Team meetings scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday May 22nd, are canceled due to lack of quorum.

. . .

Teterboro Airport Hosting Three Seahawk Helicopters

Teterboro Airport will be hosting 3 US Navy SH-60 Seahawk helicopters that will be taking part in the annual US Navy Fleet Week events in the NYC metro area. These . . .

Woman Arrested for Pouring Boiling Water on Man During Dispute

The Hackensack Police Department announces the arrest of Evelyn Sampson (DOB: 8/31/61, unemployed) of Hackensack on several criminal charges related to a criminal investigation. On May 15, 2024, police officers . . .

Hackensack Planning Board Approves Landmark Project for Former YMCA Site

New Mixed-Use Development Will Create More Than $1 Million in New Annual Tax Revenue The City of Hackensack is pleased to announce the recent approval by the Planning Board of . . .

Hackensack Fire Department Announces Promotion of Anthony Riehl to Fire Chief

The Hackensack Fire Department is proud to announce the promotion of Anthony Riehl to the position of Fire Chief, effective immediately. Chief Riehl brings a wealth of experience and dedication . . .

Man Charged with Sexual Assault and Endangering the Welfare of a Child

Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 76-year-old PHILLIP PORTER of Hackensack, NJ on charges of aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault by contact, and endangering the welfare of . . .

Hackensack Police Department Receives Re-Accreditation For Impressive Second Time

The Hackensack Police Department (HPD) announced on Thursday that it had once again successfully received re-accreditation by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP), an impressive feat . . .

PSE&G Replacing Existing Meters With New Smart Meters

PSE&G is completing its smart meter program in 2024. Meters in our town are going to be replaced beginning this month – March 2024. All customers will receive a letter . . .

Johnson Public Library Launches “Books by Mail” for Hackensack Residents Unable to Visit the Library

The Johnson Public Library is now offering a free “Books by Mail” service for Hackensack residents who are homebound or have a disability. Through this program, participating patrons will receive . . .

The Arrest of Christopher Baboolal

The Hackensack Police Department announces the arrest of Christopher Baboolal of Hackensack on several criminal charges related to a criminal investigation. On February 21, 2024, Hackensack Police Officers responded to . . .

The Arrest of Kadien Jackson

The Hackensack Police Department announces the arrest of Kadien Jackson of Brooklyn New York on several charges in reference to a theft investigation. Between June 2023 and November 2023, Hackensack . . .

Getting Attorney General’s Opinion On Officers Being Paid Twice For The Same Hours Worked

The Hackensack City Council will adopt a resolution at Tuesday’s meeting asking the New Jersey Attorney General to formally determine whether it is legal for police officers to be paid . . .

City Offices Closed

Due to the current severe weather conditions, all city offices will remain closed today. Additionally, tonight’s Shade Tree Committee meeting has also been canceled, the next Shade Tree Meeting will . . .

Parking Arrangements For Affected Snow Streets

Please be advised that street parking on snow streets will be prohibited once snow accumulation exceeds 2 inches. To accommodate this, the City is granting residents of affected snow streets . . .

COW & City Council Meeting Canceled

Due to a lack of quorum tonight’s (February 6th, 2024) COW & City Council meetings have been canceled.

. . .

The Arrest of Tyler Dondershine

The Hackensack Police Department announces the arrest of Tyler Dondershine of Hackensack NJ on the charge of criminal sexual contact. The arrest is a result of an investigation conducted by . . .

Police Director Ray Guidetti Detailing Department Improvements

Big changes are happening in the Hackensack Police Department that are greatly improving our ability to serve and protect the public in a fair and transparent manner. Please watch this . . .

City Offices Delayed Opening

In light of the impending snowstorm for tomorrow, January 16th, all city offices will have a delayed opening of 10am. We strongly urge residents to stay safe by limiting travel . . .

Council Meeting for 1/9 Cancelled Due to NJ State of Emergency

Please be advised that due to the expected storm and current State of Emergency throughout New Jersey, the Hackensack City Council Meeting scheduled for tonight has been cancelled. The next . . .

Transforming Hackensack’s Police Department

Bringing necessary changes to any organization can be challenging, and this is particularly true of an institution like the Hackensack Police Department which has been plagued by years of scandal, . . .

HPD Bergen County Police Academy Graduates

On Friday, December 15, the City of Hackensack graduated four outstanding individuals from the Bergen County Police Academy, stepping into their roles as Full-Time Officers. The regal ceremony, held at the Felician College . . .

Mayor, Council Agree to Extend Contract of New Police Director Guidetti

Recognizing the success of recent initiatives to reform the police department, Hackensack Mayor John Labrosse and the City Council agreed unanimously to extend the contract of Police Director Raymond Guidetti for an . . .

Drone Program to Enhance First Responder Capabilities

The City of Hackensack is proud to announce the implementation of an advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) program, colloquially known as drones, to enhance law enforcement and public safety operations. . . .

New Audit Confirms Pattern of Past Overtime Abuse

City addressing systemic failures with comprehensive reform effort. In keeping with its practice of transparency involving public safety matters, the City of Hackensack is releasing the findings of a newly . . .

Retirement of Chief Thomas Freeman

Thomas Freeman, a dedicated public servant and the esteemed Fire Chief of the Hackensack Department has announced his retirement after a remarkable tenure that spanned over four decades. Born in . . .

Main Street Revitalization Continues With New Residential Developments, Restaurants and Shops Now Open

Main Street is continuing to experience a thrilling wave of new investment that is revitalizing the area into a vibrant hub of activity, thanks in large part to successful economic . . .

Approved for Five New Firefighters Through Federal SAFER Grant 

The City of Hackensack has been approved for grant funding to hire five new firefighters through the federal SAFER program, which is designed to help municipalities maintain adequate public safety . . .

Applying for Five New Firefighters Through Federal SAFER Grant

The City of Hackensack has applied for grant funding to hire five new firefighters through the federal SAFER program, which is designed to help municipalities maintain adequate public safety staffing . . .

Pursuing Automatic Aid Agreements with Nearby Municipalities

Comprehensive Report Shows That Department’s Current Staffing Level Meets NFPA Standards The City of Hackensack is announcing that it will pursue automatic fire safety aid agreements with nearby municipalities in . . .