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September's Top Ten Most-Clicked Stories
Here's a look at the biggest stories from the past month in Fair Lawn and Saddle Brook.
The past month has seen an outbreak of mumps, the settlement of the final lawsuit brought against Fair Lawn by a former police officer and a trio of teens charged in a botched alleged armed robbery. Below are the 10 most popular stories from Fair Lawn and Saddle Brook in September, in reverse order.
10. Dish Eatery Renovates, Revitalizes Former Brunch Club Cafe
Dish Eatery, a new Fair Lawn restaurant, offers Mediterranean-American cuisine at the site of the former Brunch Club Cafe on the corner of Fair Lawn Avenue and Chandler Drive.9. Foot Gear Galore Offers Custom Sneakers in Fair Lawn
The River Road store, which held its grand opening Monday, offers custom and personalized sneaker designs.8. Alert Passer-By Reports Fair Lawn Fire
The Fair Lawn Fire Department was able to quickly extinguish the fire in an industrial building on Banta Place.7. Police Seek Tips, Offer Advice to Deter Burglars
Fair Lawn Police held a community forum Thursday to address two strings of burglaries that hit the borough this summer.6. $600K Settlement Going to Former Fair Lawn Police Officer
The Fair Lawn Council voted to approve a $600,000 settlement this week with former police sergeant Michael Messina.The settlement marks the first time since 2007 that the borough is not facing litigation from a police officer.
5. Mumps Symptoms Reported by Saddle Brook Resident
The probable outbreak of mumps has increased to 22 cases, including at least one in Saddle Brook, and the majority of those affected are tied to D'Jais bar in Belmar, Monmouth County health officials said Thursday.4. Woman Brings Neighbor Cupcakes then Steals His Car, Cops Say
Shannon Henry, 23, allegedly stole the keys to a neighbor's car during a cupcake delivery Wednesday.3. Trio Accused of Armed Robbery Attempt of Deliveryman
Police have arrested and charged three Saddle Brook teens they saytried to commit an armed robbery of a deliveryman.Xhonero Shehu and Justin Glazer, both 18, were charged with first-degree armed robbery, forgery and theft by deception. Glazer was also charged with possession of a handgun and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. Lakhwinder Singh, 18, was charged with hindering apprehension.
2. Cops Nab Alleged Attempted Murderer in Saddle Brook
Joel "The Beast" Pointdujour faces two charges of attempted murder for an incident in which he allegedly stabbed two men, according to media reports.1. New Street to be Named After Albee Palmieri
Members of the Fair Lawn Council have decided on a name for the new street to be built in the Fair Lawn Promenade development."Albee Palmieri Place" will benamed to honor the memory of a longtime borough resident and advocate for veterans who died earlier this year.
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