USR Alert: Upper Saddle River is switching to Civic Ready Plus for both emergency and informational notifications. This system will replace RAVE by October 1, 2025. We are asking all community members to sign up using the link provided below. The link will allow you to choose your method(s) of notification (i.e. text, email, voice). The link provides a “default setting” for Emergency Alerts. You will notice this box will be automatically checked. If you would like to also receive non-emergency notifications (construction, road closures, event details), you must manually check the box labeled “Events”. The Upper Saddle River Police Department strongly recommends receiving both the Emergency Alerts and Events Notifications.
In order to facilitate ample time for the sign-up period, the USRPD will continue to utilize RAVE for messages throughout the summer months. The transition to Civic Ready Plus as the lone notification system for the borough will be complete by October 1, 2025.
Residents will also be able to sign up for Civic Ready Plus after the October transition date.
If you have any questions regarding this information please contact Upper Saddle River Police Dispatcher Ryan Jennings at 201-327-2700.
www.usrtoday.org/244/Alerts-Notifications
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Please mark your calendar for Wednesday, October 1, 2025, “National Coffee with a Cop Day.” Join members of the Upper Saddle River Police Department for coffee, light fare, giveaways, music, and conversation. See you at the Upper Saddle River Library between 5PM-7PM!
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A Fitbit fitness tracker was found at Lions Park following the USR Day event. If this item belongs to you, please contact the Upper Saddle River Police Department to make arrangements to retrieve it.
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USR Alert: This is an important traffic advisory from the Upper Saddle River Police Department:
Upper Saddle River Day will take place on Saturday, 9/13/2025 from 12:00PM – 5:00 PM. General parking is available at the Upper Saddle River Schools, the Upper Saddle River Library and the Hopper-Goetschius House Museum. The Lions Park parking lot is reserved for handicap and senior citizen parking only.
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The Upper Saddle River Police Department congratulates retired Officer Vincent Siracusa on his well-deserved promotion to the rank of Colonel. Colonel Siracusa currently serves as the Commander of the Operations Group with the New Jersey Army National Guard. His continued dedication to service and leadership is a source of pride and inspiration to our department and the entire community.
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Congratulations, Vinny!! Well deserved
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Congratulations Vincent, well deserved. So happy for you. GOD BLESS🙏🇺🇸⭐️
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Congratulations Colonel Siracusa. The National Guard is lucky to have you!
A good man, happy to see his success
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This school year, be mindful of school zone speeds and nearby buses! When a school bus is near, always stop when the stop-arm is out. Keep Kids Safe!
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USR Alert: Upper Saddle River is switching to Civic Ready Plus for both emergency and informational notifications. This system will replace RAVE by October 1, 2025. We are asking all community members to sign up using the link provided below. The link will allow you to choose your method(s) of notification (i.e. text, email, voice). The link provides a “default setting” for Emergency Alerts. You will notice this box will be automatically checked. If you would like to also receive non-emergency notifications (construction, road closures, event details), you must manually check the box labeled “Events”. The Upper Saddle River Police Department strongly recommends receiving both the Emergency Alerts and Events Notifications.
In order to facilitate ample time for the sign-up period, the USRPD will continue to utilize RAVE for messages throughout the summer months. The transition to Civic Ready Plus as the lone notification system for the borough will be complete by October 1, 2025.
Residents will also be able to sign up for Civic Ready Plus after the October transition date.
If you have any questions regarding this information please contact Upper Saddle River Police Dispatcher Ryan Jennings at 201-327-2700.
www.usrtoday.org/244/Alerts-Notifications
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Please mark your calendar for Wednesday, October 1, 2025, “National Coffee with a Cop Day.” Join members of the Upper Saddle River Police Department for coffee, light fare, giveaways, music, and conversation. See you at the Upper Saddle River Library between 5PM-7PM!
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USR Alert: Upper Saddle River is switching to Civic Ready Plus for both emergency and informational notifications. This system will replace RAVE by October 1, 2025. We are asking all community members to sign up using the link provided below. The link will allow you to choose your method(s) of notification (i.e. text, email, voice). The link provides a “default setting” for Emergency Alerts. You will notice this box will be automatically checked. If you would like to also receive non-emergency notifications (construction, road closures, event details), you must manually check the box labeled “Events”. The Upper Saddle River Police Department strongly recommends receiving both the Emergency Alerts and Events Notifications.
In order to facilitate ample time for the sign-up period, the USRPD will continue to utilize RAVE for messages throughout the summer months. The transition to Civic Ready Plus as the lone notification system for the borough will be complete by October 1, 2025.
Residents will also be able to sign up for Civic Ready Plus after the October transition date.
If you have any questions regarding this information please contact Upper Saddle River Police Dispatcher Ryan Jennings at 201-327-2700.
www.usrtoday.org/244/Alerts-Notifications
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Show your Jersey kindness - slow down for people.
Whether it’s a pedestrian, cyclist, or scooter rider, let’s look out for each other.#SafeRoadsNJ
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This PSA is an update to Alert Number I-062424-PSA titled, "Fictitious Law Firms Targeting Cryptocurrency Scam Victims Offering to Recover Funds." This updated advisory provides additional red flag indicators and due diligence measures to help victims who have been in contact with fictitious law firms conducting this fraudulent activity.
This scheme combines a number of exploitation tactics including targeting vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly; exploiting victims' emotional state and financial need to recover funds from a previous scam; and giving victims the sense of safety and security by impersonating or falsely affiliating themselves with multiple government entities. Contact with scammers impersonating law firms continue to pose many risks, including the theft of personal data and funds from unsuspecting victims to the reputational harm of actual lawyers being impersonated.
Red Flag Indicators of Potential Fictitious Law Firm Activity:
Impersonation of actual lawyers and/or legitimate law firms and the production of fictitious documents with a legitimate law firm insignia or letterhead.
Impersonation or affiliation as official authorized partners with multiple US and foreign government or regulatory entities. There are no law firms which are officially authorized partners of US Government agencies.
References to fictitious government or regulatory entities, such as the International Financial Trading Commission (INTFTC). Double check whether such an agency exists.
Requesting payment in cryptocurrency or prepaid gift cards. The US Government does not request payment for law enforcement services provided.
Having knowledge of the exact amounts and dates of previous wire transfers and the third-party company where the victim previously sent scammed funds.
Stating the victim was on a government-affiliated list of scam victims and they can recover their money through "legal channels."
Referring victims to a "crypto recovery law firm."
State the victims' funds are in an account held at a foreign bank and tell victims to register an account at that bank. The domain or website provided for this bank appears legitimate but is a fraudulent platform to facilitate the ongoing scheme.
Placing victims into a group chat on WhatsApp, or other messaging applications, for supposed secrecy and safety of the client with supposed foreign bank processors and attorneys who may say that payment of bank fees is required to verify identity and ownership to withdraw funds.
An unwillingness or inability to provide credentials or a license, not appearing on camera, and not conducting video meetings.
Request victims send payment to a third-party entity (i.e., xyz trading company) for the supposed purposes of maintaining secrecy and safety.
Additional Due Diligence Measures to Prevent Hiring of Fictitious Law Firms:
Use a "Zero Trust" model in these circumstances, which assumes no one should be trusted by default and every request should be verified.
Be cautious of law firms contacting you unexpectedly, especially if you have not reported the crime to any law enforcement or civil protection agencies.
Request video verification or documentation or a photo of their law license. If this cannot be readily provided, assume they are not legitimate.
Request verification of employment for anyone claiming to work for the US Government or law enforcement. You can call your local office for the associated government entity and request to verify the identity of the individual with whom you are communicating.
Keep records, including recordings of video chats of all interactions.
Require notarized proofs of identity from the supposed lawyers before continuing any further communications and transactions.
Victim Reporting
The FBI requests victims of fraudulent law firm scams, or those who suspect they may have been victimized, to report the suspicious activity to their local FBI field office and the FBI's Internet Crime Compliant Center (IC3) at www.ic3.gov.
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Teens Are Still In Crisis Mode
40% of high school students report feeling persistently sad and hopeless - but that's down from 42% two years ago.
Progress is happening, but 2 in 5 teens still need support.
The current reality:
• Nearly 1 in 5 adolescents ages 12 to 17 had a major depressive episode in the past year
• 1 in 8 youth reported serious thoughts of suicide
• 856,000 youth attempted suicide in the past year
• Many teens struggling don't get the help they need
Warning signs:
1. Your teen talks about wanting to die or feeling like a burden.
2. They're withdrawing from friends, giving away important belongings, or saying goodbye.
3. You notice extreme mood swings, dramatic changes in sleep, or eating habits.
What you can do right now:
• Ask direct questions. "How are you feeling about September?" works better than "Are you excited for school?"
• Validate without fixing. Say "August can feel overwhelming" instead of "You'll be fine."
• Spend time together. Take a walk, cook together, or watch a movie.
School transitions are naturally stressful, but persistent sadness, withdrawal, or talk about death requires immediate professional support.
Gail Cole shares her journey through her family's struggle with addiction and the tragic loss of her 22-year-old son.
In this powerful conversation, Gail reveals:
• How addiction can impact any family, regardless of background
• What it's really like living with an addict in your household
• Warning signs parents might miss in "normal" teens
• How to turn tragedy into advocacy and awareness
Gail's story reminds us that addiction doesn't discriminate. Her insights help other families recognize the signs and find hope even in the darkest moments.
The study analyzed data from over 3,300 adolescents aged 11-19. Teens with anxiety and depression are more likely to compare themselves to others online. They also feel their mood change based on likes and comments.
These teens reported feeling less control over their social media use. They were also less happy about the number of online friends they had compared to their peers.
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End the summer with good memories, not a DUI. Don’t drink and drive this Labor Day. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.
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USR Alert: Upper Saddle River is switching to Civic Ready Plus for both emergency and informational notifications. This system will replace RAVE by October 1, 2025. We are asking all community members to sign up using the link provided below. The link will allow you to choose your method(s) of notification (i.e. text, email, voice). The link provides a “default setting” for Emergency Alerts. You will notice this box will be automatically checked. If you would like to also receive non-emergency notifications (construction, road closures, event details), you must manually check the box labeled “Events”. The Upper Saddle River Police Department strongly recommends receiving both the Emergency Alerts and Events Notifications.
In order to facilitate ample time for the sign-up period, the USRPD will continue to utilize RAVE for messages throughout the summer months. The transition to Civic Ready Plus as the lone notification system for the borough will be complete by October 1, 2025.
Residents will also be able to sign up for Civic Ready Plus after the October transition date.
If you have any questions regarding this information please contact Upper Saddle River Police Dispatcher Ryan Jennings at 201-327-2700.
www.usrtoday.org/244/Alerts-Notifications
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Tomorrow’s Upper Saddle River PBA golf outing is being pushed up an hour earlier to try and avoid the pending thunderstorms in the afternoon. Breakfast and registration will begin at 6:45 AM and we will have a shotgun start for golf at 8 AM. We will see everybody bright and early at New York country club!
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PEARL RIVER, NY July 28, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – Another heat wave will hit the region during the first half of this week, and Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) crews are ready to respond to any outages or other service problems that occur as a result of high temperatures and increased humidity.
Longer, more intense heat waves and stronger summer storms are becoming more frequent, and that’s why O&R’s continued investments to strengthen grid reliability are more critical than ever. In 2025 alone, O&R is investing $293 million to continue improving the reliability and resilience of its electric system.
The heat and increased demand for electricity to power air conditioners can pose challenges to the electric delivery system, and, in some instances, overheating electrical equipment and resulting in scattered power outages. O&R crews are prepared to respond to any issues that arise to make repairs and restore service.
The company urges customers to use energy efficiently to stay comfortable and safe during the heat wave. O&R is providing some cool tips to help customers try to stay comfortable and save money on energy.
• Turn down or turn off air conditioning in your home while you are away or at work to help lower your energy bill.
• Set your air conditioner to the highest temperature your comfort and health will allow to help you save money.
• Close all doors and windows in your home while the air conditioning is running to make things cooler at a lower price.
• Cook, bake, or perform other household activities that produce heat and humidity during the cooler times of the day and night.
• Pull your curtains and shades closed to help block out the sun and the heat of the day.
• Take advantage of your smart meter by viewing your energy usage and customized energy savings tips located in your online account at oru.com/MyAccount.
• Consider upgrading your older thermostats and appliances to ones that are more energy efficient. Smart thermostats can control the temperature in your home from anywhere. You can find customer-exclusive savings and rebates at MyORUStore.com
If you experience a power outage, don’t assume that O&R automatically knows about it. You can report it and check to see when your lights will be back on through:
• ORU.com/ReportOutage from any computer or web-based mobile device.
• O&R mobile app from your iPhone, iPad, or Android device --- download via Apple Store or Google Play
• Text messaging by texting “OUT” to 678797 (ORUPWR) or
• Call 1-877-434-4100.
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USR Alert: With a significant rise in the use of micromobility devices (bicycles, electric bicycles (e-bikes), and scooters) throughout the Borough and surrounding communities the Upper Saddle River Police Department is kicking off an Electric Bike Safety Campaign to raise awareness and keep our community and riders safe.
While these vehicles provide convenient and efficient transportation, all users must operate them safely, with accountability, and in full adherence to applicable laws. Recent concerns have arisen regarding the improper use of these micromobility devices, including reckless behavior that endangers both riders, pedestrians and motorists.
The first step of our safety campaign is to educate all on the rules governing these micromobility devices. This will help to ensure all residents, especially minors, understand the expectations for responsible use. All current and prospective micromobility device owners should review the links found below, which detail classifications, legal requirements, and usage restrictions. These vehicles are often sold without clear guidance on who may operate them or where they can be used, leading to misuse. Riders are reminded to use caution in public spaces, yield to pedestrians, and maintain control of their vehicles at all times.
As noted above the department’s primary approach is education and prevention to support safe and lawful riding; however, when necessary, enforcement actions, including warnings, fines, or equipment impoundment, may be used to address continued violations.
Know the Rules Before You Ride
To avoid confusion and potential violations, we encourage all users and families to review the following official guidance:
New Jersey Micromobility Guide – 2025 njbikeped.org/micromobility/
NJ Bicycle & E-Bike Law Overview njbikeped.org/bicycle-laws/
E-bike safety prompts warning from NJ police. What’s legal in New Jersey?
vtc.rutgers.edu/e-bike-safety-prompts-warning-from-nj-police-whats-legal-in-new-jersey/
These resources outline:
The different classifications of e-bikes and scooters
Age and helmet requirements
Where devices can and cannot be operated (e.g., streets, sidewalks, trails)
Speed limits and transit rules
Riding Responsibly: Everyone Plays a Role
Whether you’re riding a traditional bike, an e-bike, or a scooter, we ask that you remain alert, courteous, and in control at all times. These devices can create safety risks when used improperly, especially around children, in parks, or along walkways. Please keep in mind: always yield to pedestrians, ride at safe and controlled speeds, avoid sidewalks and restricted areas unless permitted, and follow all traffic signs, signals, and local rules.
Respect Our Public Facilities: No Bicycles or E-Bikes on Courts or Fields
We want to remind all residents, especially parents and young riders, that bikes, e-bikes, scooters, and similar equipment are strictly prohibited on tennis courts and athletic fields.
Community awareness and involvement are essential to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all. If you observe the unsafe or improper use of e-bikes, scooters, or similar devices, please contact the Upper Saddle River Police Department immediately.
If you have any questions about e-bike and scooter regulations, local ordinances, or safe riding practices please don't hesitate to contact Officer David Bonagura at dbonagura@usrpd.net or Lieutenant William Lynch at wlynch@usrpd.net. Both officers can also be reached by calling 201-327-2700.
Thank you for your continued cooperation and support in keeping our community safe.
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The sober summer shift is happening
38% of people under 35 don't drink anymore - that's a massive jump from 20 years ago. Gen Z is leading this change, and for good reason.
What they're choosing instead:
• Sober-curious meetups and creative workshops
• Non-alcoholic bars with craft mocktails that actually taste good
• Fitness activities like rock climbing and group hikes
• Board game cafes and gaming lounges for real connection
Research shows people who start drinking before age 15 are four times more likely to develop alcohol dependence later in life.
Your teen's brain is still developing into their mid-20s. Every sober choice protects their future decision-making, memory, and emotional regulation.
The real benefits teens are discovering:
• Waking up energized every morning instead of dealing with hangovers
• Having conversations they actually remember
• Building memories without shame or regret
• Money is still in their bank account
How to support this shift: Stock your fridge with interesting non-alcoholic options. Celebrate their choices. Create space for them to host friends at home.
Most importantly - normalize that having fun doesn't require substances.
On June 24, the Northern Highlands Class of 2025 celebrated graduation night safely at Project Graduation.
The results:
• Zero alcohol-related incidents among participating graduates
• Safe arrival home the next morning
• Memories made without regret or legal consequences
This overnight, alcohol-free celebration happened right after the graduation ceremony. Surprise activities kept graduates engaged and entertained throughout the night.
Graduation night traditionally ranks as one of the most dangerous nights for teen drinking and driving. Project Graduation eliminates those risks!
Schools, parents, local businesses, police departments, and USRA came together to sponsor this program. When the whole community gets involved, prevention works.
USRA proudly supported Project Graduation because it aligns with our mission to prevent substance abuse while celebrating our youth's achievements.
Congratulations to the Class of 2025!
As a ten-year veteran and Lead Officer at both Allendale School District and Northern Highlands, he shares:
• How the Not Even Once Program directly impacts teens in our community
• Real stories of students who benefited from prevention education
• The connection between substance abuse and criminal behavior patterns
• Why early intervention makes all the difference
Officer Azevedo's insights show how school-police partnerships create safer environments for our youth.
The report states that "in the United States, males and females have a 1 in 1000 risk of dying from alcohol use if they consume more than 7 drinks per week. This risk increases to 1 in 100 if they consume more than 9 drinks per week.”
Even at one drink per day, men face a 51% increased risk of esophageal cancer and women face a 37% increased risk of liver cirrhosis compared to non-drinkers
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“Officer Ace” is the best and his LEAD program has such a positive impact!
One of the best things I've read on social media! Bravo. My line - I'd rather eat dessert than drink calories.
Kudos to Gen Z!
Attention USR Residents:
All crossings over the Saddle River within town are closed, except for Old Stone Church Road.
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Do you know me? Found in the area of Grandview/Oak. Dog is at our HQs, please contact us if you know the dog or owner at 2013272700.
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USR Alert: Upper Saddle River is switching to Civic Ready Plus for both emergency and informational notifications. This system will replace RAVE by October 1, 2025. We are asking all community members to sign up using the link provided below. The link will allow you to choose your method(s) of notification (i.e. text, email, voice). The link provides a “default setting” for Emergency Alerts. You will notice this box will be automatically checked. If you would like to also receive non-emergency notifications (construction, road closures, event details), you must manually check the box labeled “Events”. The Upper Saddle River Police Department strongly recommends receiving both the Emergency Alerts and Events Notifications.
In order to facilitate ample time for the sign-up period, the USRPD will continue to utilize RAVE for messages throughout the summer months. The transition to Civic Ready Plus as the lone notification system for the borough will be complete by October 1, 2025.
Residents will also be able to sign up for Civic Ready Plus after the October transition date.
If you have any questions regarding this information please contact Upper Saddle River Police Dispatcher Ryan Jennings at 201-327-2700.
www.usrtoday.org/244/Alerts-Notifications
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With rainstorms becoming more frequent, please take a moment to check out this important link to stay informed and prepared.
www.weather.gov
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Arriving 5 minutes late is better than not arriving at all. Slow down — your destination can wait. Speeding Catches Up With You.
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Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other thunderstorm related hazard. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that over half of all flood-related drownings occur ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
America wants YOU 🫵 to plan ahead for a sober ride on Independence Day. Schedule a rideshare, call a taxi, or designate a sober driver to help keep everyone safe on the road. Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Upper Saddle River Police Department is scheduled for an assessment as part of its program to achieve accreditation by verifying that it meets recognized professional best practices.
Administered by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, the accreditation program requires agencies to comply with best practice standards in five basic areas: the administrative function, the personnel function, the operations function, the investigative function, and the arrestee/detainee function.
Agency employees and the public are invited to offer comments by calling 201-956-2774 on Monday, July 21, 2025 between the hours of 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. Comments will be taken by the Assessment Team. Email comments can be sent to the police department at wlynch@usrpd.net.
Telephone comments are limited to 5 minutes and must address the agency’s ability to comply with the NJSACOP standards. Please contact Lieutenant William Lynch at 201-327-2700 for more information.
Anyone wishing to submit written comments about the Upper Saddle River Police Department ability to comply with the standards for accreditation may send them by email to Harry J Delgado, Ed.S Accreditation Program Director, hdelgado@njsacop.org, or write to the New Jersey State Association of Chief’s of Police, Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission at 751 Route 73 North, Suite 12, Marlton, N.J. 08053.
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Great law enforcement Shame they wouldn’t hire me because My ethnicity.2 hs state championship appearances . We lost by one point one year. Two points the next. My condolences to Tom Franco family
Red, white, and cruise right, New Jersey! Celebrate smart this Fourth—avoid the distractions, plan a safe ride, and keep the roads as cool as your party playlist.
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is east allendale road going to be closed again tonight by Boroline rd ?
Speeding can change your life in an instant. Take fate into your own hands — follow the speed limit or pay up! Speeding Slows You Down
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Protect yourself and your child in the backseat. It's never safe to leave them alone in a vehicle.
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When School Ends, Risks Begin
SAMHSA data shows that first-time substance use among teens peaks in June and July.
During these months, more than 11,000 adolescents try alcohol for the first time each day.
This is significantly higher than other months, when the daily average ranges from 5,000 to 8,000 new users.
This happens because teens have more free time, less supervision, and increased peer pressure during summer break.
Having clear conversations now can prevent problems later.
Talk about your expectations for curfews, check-ins, and consequences for breaking rules.
Make sure your teen knows they can call you anytime if they need a ride home - no questions asked in the moment.
SAMHSA's free parent toolkit gives you exact words to use in these conversations.
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The Upper Saddle River PBA is pleased to announce that we have awarded John Anastasopoulos a $2,000 college scholarship. We wish him the best of luck at Ramapo College.
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PEARL RIVER, NY June 20, 2025, 3:30 p.m. – Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) crews are prepared to respond to any outages or other service problems that occur during the first heat wave of the year, forecasted to begin Monday.
Longer, more intense heat waves and stronger summer storms are becoming more frequent, and that’s why the company’s continued investments to strengthen grid reliability are more critical than ever.
The heat and increased demand for electricity to power air conditioners can pose challenges to the electric delivery system, and, in some instances, overheating electrical equipment and resulting in scattered power outages. O&R crews will be ready to respond to any issues that arise to make repairs and restore service.
The company urges customers to use energy efficiently to stay comfortable and safe during the heat wave. O&R is providing some cool tips to help customers try to stay comfortable and save money on energy.
Turn down or turn off air conditioning in your home while you are away or at work to help lower your energy bill.
Set your air conditioner to the highest temperature your comfort and health will allow to help you save money.
Close all doors and windows in your home while the air conditioning is running to make things cooler at a lower price.
Cook, bake, or perform other household activities that produce heat and humidity during the cooler times of the day and night.
Pull your curtains and shades closed to help block out the sun and the heat of the day.
Take advantage of your smart meter by viewing your energy usage and customized energy savings tips located in your online account at oru.com/MyAccount.
Consider upgrading your older thermostats and appliances to ones that are more energy efficient. Smart thermostats can control the temperature in your home from anywhere. You can find customer-exclusive savings and rebates at MyORUStore.com
If you experience a power outage, don’t assume that O&R automatically knows about it. You can report it and check to see when your lights will be back on through:
• ORU.com/ReportOutage from any computer or web-based mobile device.
• O&R mobile app from your iPhone, iPad, or Android device --- download via Apple Store or Google Play
• Text messaging by texting “OUT” to 678797 (ORUPWR) or
• Call 1-877-434-4100.
The company also sends e-mails to customers to communicate energy-saving tips and information on reporting outages.
Cooling Center Availability
If New York State officials activate cooling centers, find the latest information on locations and hours by clicking here.
For energy efficiency tips, incentives, and rebates, please click here.
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Welcome aboard Officer Greg Pink! Greg graduated the Bergen County Police Academy yesterday. He is a lifelong first responder and a tremendous addition to our team.
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STORM WATCH: ORANGE AND ROCKLAND UTILITIES PREPARING FOR EXPECTED THUNDERSTORMS TOMORROW
PEARL RIVER, NY, June 18, 2025, 1:30 p.m. – Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) is preparing to mobilize its emergency response workforce ahead of potential thunderstorms and heavy rain forecasted to pass through the service area on Thursday.
As the worst of the system enters the region tomorrow afternoon, these potential thunderstorms could pose a significant threat to electric service due to high winds, lightning, or downed trees and tree limbs – all of which could interfere with the safe, reliable delivery of electric service.
In addition to O&R company and contractor overhead line crews, tree removal experts, customer service operators, and the rest of the members of the O&R emergency response team, O&R will bring on 50 mutual aid crew members to respond to emergencies throughout the duration of the storms, if needed.
For the latest information about power outages, please view the Outage Map. For a brief video that provides a step-by-step guide to the Outage Map’s basic operation:
· In English
· In Spanish
O&R Warns
For safety’s sake, O&R warns the public not to touch or approach any downed wire. Assume the wire is energized and dangerous. Call O&R immediately toll-free 1-877-434-4100. Depending on the situation, you may also consider calling your local police to divert traffic from the downed wire’s location until an O&R crew arrives.
How to Report an Outage
If you experience a power outage, don’t assume that O&R automatically knows about it. You can report it and check to see when your lights will be back on through:
· Report an Electric Service Problem | Orange & Rockland (oru.com) from any computer or web-based mobile device.
· O&R mobile app from your iPhone, iPad or Android device --- download via Apple Store or Google Play.
· Text messaging by texting “OUT” to 678797 (ORUPWR) or
· Call 1-877-434-4100.
Restoring Service
Once the weather clears enough to safely assess damage and begin electric service restoration, O&R crews will give priority to clearing downed wires blocking roads and making repairs to critical and emergency facilities (police and fire stations, and hospitals, for example) and to those locations where the repair will provide power to the largest number of customers as quickly as possible. Then, crews will restore smaller outages and individual customers’ outages.
Important Safety Tips
· For safety’s sake, don’t touch or approach any downed wire. Assume it is energized and dangerous. Call O&R immediately toll-free 1-877-434-4100. Depending on the situation, you may also want to call your local police to divert traffic until an O&R crew arrives.
· Maintain a distance of at least 50 feet from downed wires and anything they are in contact with including puddles of water and fences. Supervise your children so that they are not in the vicinity and keep pets on a leash or otherwise secure.
· If a fallen wire is draped over a car, do not approach the car to make rescue attempts. Remain a safe distance away and try to keep the occupant of the vehicle calm. If possible, emergency personnel should handle the situation.
· Pole-top transformers --- those small, grey-colored metal drums attached to the wires at the tops of most utility poles --- also should be avoided when they have been knocked to the ground.
· Portable generators pose a serious hazard if used improperly. They should be used and installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. A wrong connection could feed electricity back through the lines and endanger our repair crews. Never plug a generator into a wall unit, use it indoors or set it up outdoors near open home windows or air-handling vents.
· Have emergency equipment within reach --- portable radio, flashlights, spare batteries, first aid kit, cell phone and important medications. Keep O&R’s toll-free number 1-877-434-4100 near the phone to report power outages.
· Remember: if the base station of your cordless phone plugs into the wall, your phone will be unusable during a power outage.
How To Prepare Your EV for A Power Outage
Just as is the case with traditional gasoline vehicles, you need to ensure your electric car is fueled up in the event there is a power outage that lasts longer than expected.
Guidance is to always keep your EV charged between 75-90% in case of an emergency.
While EVs don’t need a gas station, they do need to be charged up, which is easily done at home.
All EVs come with a plug and adapter that are compatible with the outlets in your garage or outside your house. Furthermore, there are Level 2 chargers available for your home. These charge your vehicle at a higher rate than a regular outlet because they use 220 volts, just like what a clothes dryer uses.
Can’t charge at home? Take your vehicle to a publicly accessible Level 2 or DCFC Fast Charger.
About O&R
Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Consolidated Edison, Inc., one of the nation’s largest investor-owned energy companies. O&R is a regulated utility that provides electric service to approximately 300,000 customers in southeastern New York State (where its franchise name is Orange and Rockland Utilities) and northern New Jersey (where it’s Rockland Electric Company), and natural gas service to approximately 140,000 customers in New York.
O&R’s Customers
O&R serves the following communities in New York: Airmont, Bloomingburg, Blooming Grove, Chester Town, Chester Village, Chestnut Ridge, Clarkstown, Crawford, Deerpark, Florida, Forestburgh, Goshen Town, Goshen Village, Grand View, Greenwood Lake, Greenville, Harriman, Haverstraw Town, Haverstraw Village, Highland Falls, Highlands, Hillburn, Kaser, Kiryas Joel, Lumberland, Mamakating, Middletown, Minisink, Monroe Town, Monroe Village, Montebello, Mount Hope, New Hempstead, New Square, Nyack, Orangetown, Otisville, Palm Tree, Piermont, Pomona, Port Jervis, Ramapo, Sloatsburg, South Blooming Grove, South Nyack, Spring Valley, Stony Point, Suffern, Tuxedo Town, Tuxedo Park, Unionville, Upper Nyack, Wesley Hills, Wallkill, Warwick Town, Warwick Village, Washingtonville, Wawayanda, West Haverstraw, Woodbury, Woodbury Village, Wurtsboro.
O&R, as Rockland Electric Company, serves the following communities in New Jersey:
Allendale, Alpine, Closter, Cresskill, Demarest, Franklin Lakes, Harrington Park, Mahwah, Haworth (part), Montague, Montvale, Northvale, Norwood, Oakland, Old Tappan (part), Ramsey, Ringwood (part), Rivervale (part), Rockleigh, Saddle River (part), Upper Saddle River, Wantage (part), Vernon (part), West Milford (part), Wyckoff (part).
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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is issuing this Public Service Announcement to warn the public about cyber criminals exploiting Internet of Things (IoT)1 devices connected to home networks to conduct criminal activity using the BADBOX 2.0 botnet2. Cyber criminals gain unauthorized access to home networks through compromised IoT devices, such as TV streaming devices, digital projectors, aftermarket vehicle infotainment systems, digital picture frames and other products. Most of the infected devices were manufactured in China. Cyber criminals gain unauthorized access to home networks by either configuring the product with malicious software prior to the users purchase or infecting the device as it downloads required applications that contain backdoors, usually during the set-up process.3 Once these compromised IoT devices are connected to home networks, the infected devices are susceptible to becoming part of the BADBOX 2.0 botnet and residential proxy services4 known to be used for malicious activity.
What is BADBOX 2.0 Botnet
BADBOX 2.0 was discovered after the original BADBOX campaign was disrupted in 2024. BADBOX was identified in 2023, and primarily consisted of Android operating system devices that were compromised with backdoor malware prior to purchase. BADBOX 2.0, in addition to compromising devices prior to purchase, can also infect devices by requiring the download of malicious apps from unofficial marketplaces. The BADBOX 2.0 botnet consists of millions of infected devices and maintains numerous backdoors to proxy services that cyber criminal actors exploit by either selling or providing free access to compromised home networks to be used for various criminal activity.
Indicators
The public is urged to evaluate IoT devices in their home for any indications of compromise and consider disconnecting suspicious devices from their networks. The FBI has identified potential indicators that may assist in detecting malicious devices. An indicator alone does not accurately determine malicious cyber activity or a crime. The following suspicious activities/indicators do not relate to any individual, group, or business and should be observed in context.
Possible indicators of BADBOX 2.0 botnet activity include:
The presence of suspicious marketplaces where apps are downloaded.
Requiring Google Play protect settings to be disabled.
Generic TV streaming devices advertised as unlocked or capable of accessing free content.
IoT devices advertised from unrecognizable brands.
Android devices that are not Play Protect certified.
Unexplained or suspicious Internet traffic.
Mitigations
The following mitigation strategies can be effective steps to minimize exposure to unauthorized residential proxy networks.
Maintaining awareness and monitor Internet traffic of home networks.
Assess all IoT devices connected to home networks for suspicious activity.
Avoid downloading apps from unofficial marketplaces advertising free streaming content.
Keeping all operating systems, software, and firmware up to date. Timely patching is one of the most efficient and cost-effective steps to minimize its exposure to cybersecurity threats. Prioritize patching firewall vulnerabilities and known exploited vulnerabilities in internet-facing systems.
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USR Alert: East Saddle River Rd will be closed between Lake Street and Upper Cross Rd Monday, 6/16, through Wednesday, 6/19, for Bergen County paving operations. Please follow detours and plan alternate routes.
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Please welcome Police Chief Rohan Bajaj! Rohan will be in charge for the next 24 hours! He visited the schools, observed police operations, and conducted a business security check (Dunkin'). Enjoy the rest of your special day young man.
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Oh my gosh. New chief in town and that too such a handsome one. Good job merey paroo bacha.
This is wonderful!! 🚓
We are very grateful for Chief Rotella, Captain Kane and the entire USR Police Department for hosting Rohan for such a special day. And a huge thank you to Principal Kaplan, Ms Ennis, Ms Iannaccone, Mr Farrell, Mrs Fennell and the amazing team at Bogert school. Definitely a core memory for our entire family.
Welcome Chief Bajaj. You took over a good department for the day. I hope you had a great time leading the upper saddle river police. They were lucky to have you today.  And by the way, you look great in your Chief uniform! 
God Bless my dearest.
This is the best!!!
❤️❤️❤️
😍 Awesome!
Go Rohan!!!
Your summer bike ride isn’t complete without your best accessory—your helmet! Whether it’s a coffee run or a New Jersey trail adventure, gear up and ride on safely. #SafeRoadsNJ
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USR Alert: East Saddle River Rd will be closed between Lake Street and Upper Cross Rd Monday, 6/16, through Wednesday, 6/19, for paving operations. Please follow detours and plan alternate routes.
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Will Locust to Upper Cross remain open? Or will that portion of the East Rd be closed for paving?
Another great Torch Run! It was a pleasure to support the Special Olympics alongside the men and women of the Bergen County Sheriff's Office. USRPD Officer Anthony Pulizzano has made this day a special event for the residents and children of Upper Saddle River. Thank you to all the runners, donors, and support staff!
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USR Alert: The Law Enforcement Torch Run For Special Olympics NJ will pass through the Borough on Friday, 6/6/25, between 8:00AM – 9:30AM. Expect delays and intermittent closures on Lake St and West Saddle River Rd during these times. Please chose alternate routes and avoid the area.
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Ever try to cross the street and a car is making it difficult? Keep everyone’s summer stroll safe by stopping before the crosswalk while driving. #CrosswalkSafety #PedestrianSafety #SafeRoadsNJ
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USR Alert: The Law Enforcement Torch Run For Special Olympics NJ will pass through the Borough on Friday, 6/6/25, between 8:00AM – 9:30AM. Expect delays and intermittent closures on Lake St and West Saddle River Rd during these times. Please chose alternate routes and avoid the area.
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USR SCAM ALERT: Over the last week, the NJCCIC has received several incident reports from NJ residents regarding an SMS text phishing (SMiShing) scam impersonating the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). These messages claim that the user has an outstanding traffic ticket and payment is due. If not paid by May 29, the user will have their vehicle registration and driving privileges suspended, receive a toll booth charge increase, and their credit score will be impacted. The URL displayed in the message includes “ezpassnj” and “.gov” in an attempt to appear legitimate. The message itself does not allow the user to click the included link directly but instead instructs them to reply to the message with “Y” and reopen the message to click the link or to copy the URL to their browser. These links lead to fraudulent websites that attempt to extract personally identifiable information, financial details, or account credentials.
This SMiShing scheme is similar to others that have circulated impersonating NJ toll services and EZ-Pass claiming the user has an outstanding toll that needs to be paid to avoid a late fee.
The NJ MVC only sends text messages to remind residents about scheduled MVC appointments. It does not send text messages regarding driver’s licenses or vehicle registration status.
New Jersey E-ZPass does not send unsolicited text messages to collect payments. If your account is in collections and being handled by Credit Collection Services, you may receive text messages from Credit Collection Services regarding your account. Their text message will list a phone number, their website www.ccspayment.com, and reference a file number.
Please see the below recommendations provided by the NJCCIC:
Recommendations
• Avoid clicking links, responding to, or otherwise acting on unsolicited text messages.
• Visit official websites directly to determine if there is an issue with an account or outstanding bill.
• Avoid submitting sensitive information, including financial or account details, to unverified websites.
• Report SMiShing to the FTC, FBI's IC3, and NJCCIC, and forward the message to 7726 (SPAM).
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I’ve had 2 texts today.
I got one of these. I just deleted it
I’ve had 3 today!
The text came from a foreign number, which is also a red flag!
I just got one a few minutes ago and deleted it and blocked the number. I did not click on anything.
It’s that time of year again - fawn season! 🦌
If you come across a baby deer (fawn) lying quietly in your yard, don’t worry it’s likely not abandoned. Mother deer often leave their fawns alone for several hours while they forage nearby. This is perfectly natural behavior, and the fawn’s instinct is to stay still and scentless to avoid attracting predators.
What should you do?
✅ Leave the fawn where it is
✅ Keep children and pets (especially dogs) away
✅ Check back from a distance later — the mother usually returns around dawn or dusk
🚨 Only intervene if:
• It’s lying in a dangerous location (like a road)
In those cases, please contact Bergen County Animal Control - (201) 229-4616
Help keep our local wildlife safe and wild this season! 🌳🦌
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On this Memorial Day, we honor and remember the military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice to keep our country safe.
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The Borough of Upper Saddle River Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony will take place on May 26, 2025 and will commence at 11:30 A.M. The parade will start on West Saddle River Road at Ripplewood Drive and will end at the Borough Hall. The parade will be followed by a Memorial Day Ceremony in front of Borough Hall.
West Saddle River Road will be closed to vehicular traffic between Lake Street and Old Stone Church Road. The road closure will be from approximately 11:15 A.M. until 12:30 P.M. Please plan alternate routes if traveling in the area.
Please click the link below for the Memorial Day agenda:
www.usrtoday.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=50
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