Muslims and Christians enter holy periods of fasting and reflection as the start of Ramadan and Lent converge this week.

Bergen County's own Jake Thistle is going to Hollywood Week after receiving three yes votes from the "American Idol" judges ...

Fat Tuesday and Ash Wednesday will start Lent 2026 season this week. Here's when, what dates to know for Mardi Gras, Holy ...

A bill about law enforcement personnel wearing masks will be considered amid criticism that ICE officers have worn masks while conducting raids.

Clifton police officers are stopping residents who perform acts of kindness and rewarding them with gift cards.

As social media becomes increasingly ubiquitous, users should understand the potential ramifications of what they say online.

Time-crunched commuters in North Jersey can receive ashes without leaving their cars on Ash Wednesday. Here's where and when.

Until the Yankees chose right-hander Cade Winquest, the organization had not made an MLB Rule 5 Draft selection in 14 years.

The Sixth Avenue bridge is one of the few routes between the Bunker Hill neighborhood of Paterson and all points to the west.

The district settled a lawsuit with a veteran teacher who claimed the district failed to make work accommodations for her ...

Ridgewood has named the next five areas where affordable housing may be built to meet state requirements. See where.

The Lunar New Year starts today with a new moon. Here's what to know about the 2026 Chinese New year and the Year of the Fire Horse meaning ...