West Milford News

Rescuers found five hikers who were reported missing in New Jersey's "bear country." The women were located in a heavily wooded area by a West Milford Township search-and-rescue team Thursday.

WEST MILFORD/BLOOMINGDALE a ' Did you know that you have a treasure right in your yard? Robin Rose Bennett did, and she wants to help you to unlock its secrets.

For the third year in a row, WCBS reporter Sean Adams is out there, helping you enjoy the wonders of the Garden State in our special series - Destination: New Jersey.

West Milford's Thunder in the Highlands has been called off for tonight due to inclement weather, recreation officials announced.

The Midland School is a private, special-education school for moderately to severely learning disabled students, aged 5 to 21.

A woman wanted in the theft last year of cash from a bank was charged this week in the theft of jewelry from her boyfriend's mother, police said.

For people of a certain age, graduation night often meant a night of heavy drinking.

I was at the public library the other day and eavesdropped on a conversation at the front desk between a woman librarian and a junior high school-aged boy.

More than 2,000 homeowners will receive letters this week from the township's health department informing them they must have their septic tanks pumped out within the next three months or face stiff penalties.

WEST MILFORD a ' A long-time resident and volunteer with school organizations has been selected to fill a one-year unexpired term on the local Board of Education.

Paris Hilton walks the red carpet at the MTV Movie Awards with boyfriend Doug Reinhardt.

WEST MILFORD a ' A local couple face criminal charges after their arrest over the weekend when, police say, they were found slumped in the front seat of a car in a parking lot with heroin and prescription drugs.

A West Milford man accused of killing his wife with a pellet gun rejected a plea offer in Superior Court Monday and will stand trial.

Should the public know when, why and how a police officer uses force? Every time? All the details? In a far-reaching case that will most likely affect police departments across the state, a three-judge panel of the state Superior Court Appellate Division will decide whether use-of-force reports written by police officers should be available to the ...

The grant will help resurface a portion of Otterhole Road , improve the township's bike path along Ridge Road and supplement the costs to install a traffic light along Warwick Turnpike in Upper Greenwood Lake , Township Administrator Kevin Boyle said.

William Saettler was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident on Cozy Lake Road , where Jefferson Police responded at 1:34 p.m., Lt.

At the May 27 council meeting, Township Attorney Fred Semrau said the Hillcrest issue could soon "be put to bed," as the township "could move toward a conclusion at the next meeting," thereby easing fears of residents with growing concerns that the centrally located community center would have to be vacated.

After interviewing Schultz and six other candidates for approximately one hour during the May 26 meeting, a board majority proclaimed Schultz as its first choice to fill Florian's seat, while newly elected trustees Barbara Carter and John Aiello at first preferred candidate Todd Gillespie.

Set for the first Saturday in June, National Trails Day is commemorated by thousands of outdoor enthusiasts, including hikers, bikers and equestrians, who participate in events around the nation.

Township Attorney Fred Semrau said that the diocese is seeking a lease agreement with the township for the use of the Catholic Youth Organization's day camp property.