Three from New York charged in connection with Armed Carjacking

The City of Hackensack is proud to announce the launch of the “Hometown Heroes” Veterans Banner Display Program, a heartfelt initiative to honor and celebrate our local veterans. This program . . .

The City of Hackensack, in partnership with NJ Clean Communities and Hamline University, is proud to present the “Adopt-A-Drain” program for their residents. This initiative is a key element of . . .

The City of Hackensack hosted a Black History Month Celebration at the Civic Center on February 25th, providing a platform to honor the contributions of African Americans in our community. . . .

Employees of the Hackensack Health Department proudly wore red earlier this month to support National Wear Red Day, raising awareness about cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death among women. . . .

The City of Hackensack has officially designated the art gallery at the Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) as the Ruth Bauer Neustadter Gallery, in recognition of Neustadter’s invaluable contributions to . . .

The City of Hackensack has partnered with LEW Environmental Services to ensure compliance with New Jersey’s new Lead Safe Certification Law. The new law states that certain rental properties in . . .

The City of Hackensack has taken another step toward improving water quality and reducing flooding through a newly signed Administrative Compliance Agreement with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection . . .

The Hackensack City Council has issued a proclamation and passed a resolution commemoratively renaming Club Way to “Lillian Whitaker Way” in honor of the late Lillian Whitaker, the beloved principal . . .

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, . . .

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 . . .

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, . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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. . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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 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 . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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 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 . . .

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 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 . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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

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 . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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, . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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. . . .

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 . . .

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 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 . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .

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 . . .