Hackensack, NJ
Business
9 New Bergen County Restaurants You Need To Try Right Now 9 New Bergen County Restaurants You Need To Try Right Now
9 New Bergen County Restaurants You Need To Try Right Now Bergen County’s food scene is heating up with a fresh wave of restaurant openings, bringing bold flavors, unique concepts, and big chef names to neighborhoods across the area. From loaded yuca fries and Greek classics to sizzling ramen and wood-fired pizza, here’s a look at the newest spots you’ll want to add to your must-try list. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BentoMe (@bentomeus) BentoMe, Bergenfield Sushi, but make it speedy. BentoMe is a new takeout and delivery-only spot at 78 Portland Ave. in Bergenfield offering classic…

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by Cecilia Levine
Teaneck, NJ
Police & Fire
Substitute Teacher, 62, From Teaneck Sexually Assaults 3 Students On Same Day: Prosecutor Substitute Teacher, 62, From Teaneck Sexually Assaults 3 Students On Same Day: Prosecutor
Substitute Teacher, 62, From Teaneck Sexually Assaults 3 Students On Same Day: Prosecutor A 62-year-old substitute teacher at a school in Garfield has been arrested on accusations he sexually assaulted three juvenile students, authorities said on Friday, March 21. Marc S. Green, of Teaneck, assaulted the students at the Bergen County Arts & Science Charter School on March 18, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said following an investigation. Green inappropriately touched three victims under 13 years old, according to the criminal complaint obtained by Daily Voice. Green had been acting in the capacity of a certified substitute at the time of the incidents, police said. …

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by Cecilia Levine
Hackensack, NJ
Police & Fire
Bomb Threat Briefly Locks Down Hackensack Middle School Bomb Threat Briefly Locks Down Hackensack Middle School
Bomb Threat Briefly Locks Down Hackensack Middle School A bomb threat forced a lockdown at Hackensack Middle School during dismissal on Thursday, March 20, according to a statement from Hackensack Public Schools. Police responded to the Union Street building after the threat was received and immediately began an investigation. “We have received a bomb threat during dismissal time,” district officials wrote in a message to parents. “As a safety precaution, the building is currently on lockdown, and Hackensack Police are on the scene conducting an investigation.” Parents were urged not to come to the school while police worked to secure the area.…

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by Cecilia Levine
Hackensack, NJ
Police & Fire
Serial Hackensack Burglar Busted For 3rd Time In Sussex County: Police Serial Hackensack Burglar Busted For 3rd Time In Sussex County: Police
Serial Hackensack Burglar Busted For 3rd Time In Sussex County: Police The third time was certainly not the charm for a 44-year-old Hackensack burglar in Sussex County on Tuesday, March 18. Jerry Montgomery, Jr was arrested for the third time for burglary in Sparta after he and Zachary Anderson, a 33-year-old Englewood resident, forcibly entered homes on Morgan Drive and Skyview Drive by breaking through the front door, Sparta police said. Once inside, they stole safes containing valuable items and personal documents, along with high-end jewelry and other luxury goods, police said. The burglaries were executed swiftly, with the suspects spending only minutes i…

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by Sam Barron
Fort Lee, NJ
Police & Fire
Fort Lee Man Arrested For Sexual Conduct With Two Children: Officials Fort Lee Man Arrested For Sexual Conduct With Two Children: Officials
Fort Lee Man Arrested For Sexual Conduct With Two Children: Officials A 45-year-old Fort Lee man has been charged with endangering the welfare of two juveniles, whom he engaged in sexual conduct with for at least three years, according to police paperwork and court records. Kyu Chul Kim was arrested on Wednesday, March 12, after investigators determined he had endangered two minors under the age of sixteen in Fort Lee, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced Friday, March 14. Police paperwork obtained by Daily Voice shows that Kim sexually touched two children over their clothing. Kim engaged in sexual conduct with the juveniles from January…

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by Cecilia Levine
Hackensack, NJ
Business
Dave Portnoy Reviews Hackensack’s Evoli Pizza, Rates Espresso Even Higher Dave Portnoy Reviews Hackensack’s Evoli Pizza, Rates Espresso Even Higher
Dave Portnoy Reviews Hackensack’s Evoli Pizza, Rates Espresso Even Higher Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy made a stop in Hackensack, where he reviewed Evoli Pizza. The family-owned shop on Atlantic Street earned a 7.7 out of 10 in the One Bite review. “Super nice people,” Portnoy said in his review, noting they gave a shoutout to Miss Peaches and Pete. While he praised the undercarriage and the pizza’s overall quality, he noted some issues tearing the slice, calling it “a little on the breaded side” but hot and solid. After finishing his slice, Portnoy went around the corner for an espresso from Coffee Break (71 Main St.), which he scored even higher—a 9.1…

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by Cecilia Levine
Mahwah-Ramsey, NJ
Police & Fire
Trio Arrested For Sexual Assaults Across Bergen County, Two Involving Children: Prosecutor Trio Arrested For Sexual Assaults Across Bergen County, Two Involving Children: Prosecutor
Trio Arrested For Sexual Assaults Across Bergen County, Two Involving Children: Prosecutor A trio of Bergen County men were arrested in a string of sexual assaults dating back to 2023, authorities announced Monday, March 10. Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said that Carlos L. Sibri, 33, of Hackensack; Jonathan E. Rodriguez, 35, of Englewood; and Hector R. Estrada Roca, 37, of Teaneck, have all been lodged in the county jail. The following information was released by Musella: Sibri was arrested on Friday, March 7, and charged with aggravated sexual assault and attempted aggravated sexual assault. His arrest was the result of an investigation dating back to Dec. 17, 2023, wh…

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by Cecilia Levine
Brooklyn Park, MD
News
Baltimore Hospital Ranked In Top 5 Worldwide, Six Recognized Nationally: See The Full List Baltimore Hospital Ranked In Top 5 Worldwide, Six Recognized Nationally: See The Full List
Baltimore Hospital Ranked In Top 5 Worldwide, Six Recognized Nationally: See The Full List When it comes to medical care, not all hospitals are created equally, and patients want the best treatment available, whether it's for a routine procedure or a life-saving intervention. Newsweek has released its World's Best Hospitals 2025 list. The rankings, created in collaboration with global data firm Statista, scored hospitals based on expert surveys, patient experience, and hospital performance metrics. Eleven hospitals in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic earned spots among the top 250 worldwide. The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore was ranked No. 4 glob…

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by Chris Spiker
Ridgewood, NJ
Readers Choice
Best Coworking Space In Bergen County In 2024: Office Evolution Hackensack Best Coworking Space In Bergen County In 2024: Office Evolution Hackensack
Best Coworking Space In Bergen County In 2024: Office Evolution Hackensack We are thrilled to announce that Office Evolution has been named Best Coworking Space in Bergen County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to Office Evolution’s website, the company is dedicated to creating a vibrant community of business professionals in a coworking space designed for productivity.  "Great coworking environment," said Readers' Choice voter Eric of Office Evolution in Hackensack. "Supportive and helpful staff." Photo supplied by Office Evolution Hackensack Readers' Choice voters highlighted the space as an ideal place to meet clients, enjo…

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by Daily Voice
Ridgewood, NJ
Readers Choice
Best Spa In Bergen County In 2024: The Fountain Spa Hackensack Best Spa In Bergen County In 2024: The Fountain Spa Hackensack
Best Spa In Bergen County In 2024: The Fountain Spa Hackensack We are thrilled to announce that the Fountain Spa in Hackensack has been named Best Spa in Bergen County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! In a peaceful and inviting atmosphere, the Fountain Spa offers more than just treatments, signature massages, and revitalizing facials—it’s an oasis of relaxation and luxury, according to its website.  Celebrating something special? The Fountain Spa is also a go-to destination for private events and spa parties, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Bergen County began wit…

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by Daily Voice
Ridgewood, NJ
Readers Choice
Best Burger and Best Cheap Eats In Bergen County In 2024: White Manna Hamburgers Best Burger and Best Cheap Eats In Bergen County In 2024: White Manna Hamburgers
Best Burger and Best Cheap Eats In Bergen County In 2024: White Manna Hamburgers We are thrilled to announce that White Manna Hamburgers has been named Best Burger and Best Cheap Eats in Bergen County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, White Manna Hamburgers, a staple in the community since 1946, is celebrated for its simple yet unbeatable approach to burgers, crafting each patty fresh on the grill and pairing it with their signature pickles for a taste that stands the test of time. Readers' Choice voters seem to agree. "Great burgers, iconic location," said Wendy, one voter. "Please never change!" “Their hamburgers are so good a…

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by Daily Voice
Ridgewood, NJ
Readers Choice
Best Pediatric Practice In Bergen County In 2024: Mona Tantawi PC, Hackensack Pediatrics Best Pediatric Practice In Bergen County In 2024: Mona Tantawi PC, Hackensack Pediatrics
Best Pediatric Practice In Bergen County In 2024: Mona Tantawi PC, Hackensack Pediatrics We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Mona Tantawi of Hackensack Pediatrics has been named Best Pediatric Practice in Bergen County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to the Hackensack Pediatrics' website, Dr. Mona Tantawi's philosophy centers on providing attentive, personalized care that nurtures her young patients’ physical, emotional, and developmental well-being.  Readers' Choice voters appreciate that. One voter shared: “Dr. Mona Tantawi is one of the most detail-oriented doctors I have ever met. She takes time to listen, explain, and empathize. She is the …

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by Daily Voice