A second 16-year-old student from Fort Lee High School has been charged in the April stabbing of another student, who suffered serious injuries The unidentified student is the second juvenile to be charged in the Fort Lee stabbing that occurred April 8 prompting the school to go into a lockdown An officer inside the school reported an attack around 10:52 a.m where a student was stabbed with a knife multiple times The student was taken to a local hospital in critical condition Two 16-year-olds are being charged with juvenile delinquency third-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and fourth-degree unlawful possession of a weapon the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office said in a release The second juvenile was taken to the Juvenile Detention Center pending a closed hearing in the Family Division of state Superior Court in Bergen County the first juvenile who was arrested was apprehended at the scene The stabbing caused many parents and other members of the town to express their frustrations regarding safety at the school "It’s a shame to have gone from such prestige to what we are facing now," Ariel Mayer, a parent in Fort Lee, said at a recent Board of Education meeting. By: Jeff Sommes A second 16-year-old student has been charged in connection with the April 8 stabbing at Fort Lee High School according to a statement released by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Authorities said that on the day of the incident Fort Lee Police responded to an emergency call reporting a stabbing at the high school Officers arrived to find a male student who had been stabbed several times The victim received immediate first aid from school staff and emergency responders before being taken to a local hospital where he was treated for serious injuries and ultimately survived Investigators determined that the two students were involved in an altercation inside a school restroom when the stabbing occurred That suspect was charged with juvenile delinquency detectives identified a second student involved in planning and carrying out the attack the second teen was taken into custody and charged with the same offenses as the first suspect: attempted murder possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose The student is currently being held at the Bergen County Juvenile Detention Center with the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and Fort Lee Police Department continuing to work closely on the case Get important news about your town as it happens Get the top stories from across our network Are you sure you want to unsubscribe from daily updates and complex challenges are at the heart of what Americans define as the toughest jobs in the country One in five employed respondents said you need to be “extremely tough” to do their job Commissioned by Bosch Power Tools and conducted by Talker Research the poll asked 2,000 Americans — including 1,000 trade workers — what comes to mind when they think of difficult professions The results offer insight not only into which jobs are considered the most demanding but also into what Americans value in a tough role Descriptions of tough jobs ranged from “solving other people’s problems all day with little to no help” to “constantly making quick decisions and being stuck in stressful situations daily,” and “something that pushes my physical and mental limits.” While many identified specific professions nearly half of employed Americans — regardless of role — believe their job is hard more than double the 21 percent reported by non-trade workers A large majority — 72 percent — said trade workers are generally tougher than non-trade workers and 81 percent of all surveyed said trade workers don’t get enough credit for the work they do Nearly half — 49 percent — of non-trade respondents said they’d consider a career in the trades 68 percent of those who didn’t have access to trade skills courses in high school indicated they would have taken them if given the chance Among respondents not currently working in a trade and the majority of that group — 70 percent — said they would do it again with 88 percent of all participants encouraging younger Americans to consider a trade as a career path “Pursuing a career in the trades offers a variety of benefits with hands-on experiences that cultivate practical skills and provide a lifelong sense of purpose,” said Robert Hesse regional president of Bosch Power Tools in North America the skilled trades remain a reliable and rewarding path for more and more Americans.” the survey also explored what trade workers want the public — and their employers — to understand about the work they do with 57 percent of trade workers reporting up to four “close calls” on the job in the past year nearly a third — 31 percent — said they’ve left a job site because it felt unsafe Key improvements requested include better training on equipment (32 percent) Top 20 Toughest Jobs (According To Survey Respondents): A New York man was arrested after allegedly choking another individual inside a McDonald’s and then spitting at Fort Lee police officers at the McDonald’s located at 2152 Lemoine Avenue according to a press release from the Fort Lee Police Department Police responded to a report of an assault in progress and found two men involved in a fight Officers separated the individuals and identified 35-year-old Adam Chandler Reid of Brooklyn as the aggressor Reid allegedly choked the victim during the dispute He was taken to the Bergen County Jail pending a court appearance A second 16-year-old student has been charged in connection with a violent stabbing at Fort Lee High School—this time when a 16-year-old student repeatedly stabbed a classmate during a fight and the victim was rushed to an area hospital with serious injuries The first suspect was arrested on scene and charged with first-degree attempted murder Investigators continued their work and later determined that another student had helped plan and carry out the attack was taken into protective custody on May 2 He is being held at the Bergen County Juvenile Detention Center pending a court hearing .st1{fill-rule:evenodd;clip-rule:evenodd;fill:#2a2a2a}By Will Harrigan | For NJ Advance 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The injured student was treated at the scene by school security and first responders before being transported to a hospital was apprehended at the scene and charged the same day Investigators later determined that the newly charged student had been involved in planning and executing the attack “After charges were filed against the suspect detectives continued their investigation and determined that an additional student was involved in the planning and execution of the incident,” the prosecutor’s office said Second suspect charged in coordinated school attack The second juvenile now faces charges that include third-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and fourth-degree unlawful possession of a weapon The school was placed on lockdown during the April 8 incident which prompted a multi-agency police response Authorities have not released the names of the suspects due to their age The investigation remains active under the supervision of Chief Matthew Finck of the Prosecutor’s Office and Chief Matthew Hintze of the Fort Lee Police Department Officials have not disclosed a motive for the stabbing and it is unclear whether additional charges will be filed © 2008-2025 - Shore News Media & Marketing Ltd FORT LEE — Prosecutors have filed charges against a second 16-year-old student in connection with a school bathroom stabbing that left the victim hospitalized Fort Lee High School went into lockdown after a school resource officer learned a male student had been stabbed according to the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office One student said to CBS New York that he found the victim He described trying to apply pressure to stop the bleeding Later that day, a 16-year-old student was charged with first-degree attempted murder prosecutors have announced charges against a second 16-year-old Fort Lee High School student was involved in the "planning and execution" of the Fort Lee High School bathroom stabbing It's unclear if they were in the bathroom at the time of the stabbing The teen is being held at the Bergen County Juvenile Detention Center pending a court appearance Report a correction 👈 | 👉 Contact our newsroom Prosecutors have filed charges against a second 16-year-old student in connection with a Fort Lee High School bathroom stabbing.\nRead More One student said to CBS New York that he found the victim Later that day, a 16-year-old student was charged with first-degree attempted murder Report a correction 👈 | 👉 Contact our newsroom the Alabama Chamber of Commerce launched a public relations strategy to shift away from the racist implications of its Cotton State slogan in favor of a new catchphrase: Heart of Dixie The name stuck and was added to state license plates beginning in 1955 Although the nickname remains commonplace well into the 21st century—influencing pop culture like the 2010s TV series about a young Alabama doctor \"Hart of Dixie\"—the term \"dixie\" still harkens back to the days of slavery in the antebellum South Motorists should use the posted detour route all northbound and southbound lanes of the Ft Lee Road overpass over I-85 will be closed Motorists should follow the posted detour route.  31): Lane closure of the southbound lane of the Fort Lee Road overpass over I-85 will proceed on Monday the closure of the southbound lane of the Fort Lee Road overpass over I-85 has been delayed Motorists should follow the posted weight limit restrictions the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will close the southbound lane of the Fort Lee Road overpass over I-85 in Petersburg The closure is a safety measure following damage caused by a vehicle striking the overpass Construction on the bridge is scheduled to begin in Fall 2025 Motorists should follow the posted detour routes: Southbound traffic on Fort Lee Road will be allowed to cross the bridge through a lane closure operation Northbound traffic approaching from the east: Continue west on Boydton Plank Road to Dupuy Road Turn right on Dupuy Road and travel north to Fort Lee Road Northbound traffic approaching from the west: Continue east on Boydton Plank Road to Youngs Road Turn left on Youngs Road and travel north to Dupuy Road Turn left on Dupuy Road and travel south to Fort Lee Road Northbound TRUCK traffic approaching from the west: Continue east on Boydton Plank Road and travel straight onto Halifax Street Travel North on Halifax Street to West Washington Street Turn left on West Washington Street and travel west to McKenney Street Turn left on McKenney Street and travel south to Dupuy Road Turn right on Dupuy Road and travel south to Ft Anyone with questions about the project can call VDOT’s customer service center at 800-FOR-ROAD (800-367-7623) For the latest traffic information or road conditions, call 511 or visit 511.vdot.virginia.gov Please note that this file is not ADA compliant New York's Beloved Italian Bakery Debuts Innovative Pinsa Lineup the acclaimed New York City bakery famous for serving the "Greatest Bomboloni in America," proudly announces the opening of its first-ever store outside New York City at 142 Linwood Plaza This significant milestone expands Angelina Bakery's beloved Italian pastries and unique culinary flair to the diverse and vibrant Fort Lee community Angelina Bakery will be offering a tasting of different signature food items throughout its soft opening weekend (Thursday April 19) as a special introduction to the Fort Lee community Event specifics will be shared via Instagram (@angelinabakerynyc) The official Grand Opening celebration is scheduled for April 30 featuring a ribbon-cutting ceremony and complimentary tasting party of its most iconic products to celebrate Expanded Menu to Celebrate the Opening in Fort Lee To mark the launch of the Fort Lee location Angelina Bakery is introducing a series of new exclusive menu items designed to reflect both its Italian roots and pay homage to the vibrant community it will be serving: Healthier Italian ClassicAngelina Bakery is launching various exciting flavors of Pinsa a Roman-style flatbread made with a special blend of wheat This naturally leavened dough undergoes a 72-hour fermentation process New Dessert-Topped LattesAngelina Bakery is also debuting three indulgent drinks each topped with a signature mini dessert: Korean-Inspired Café FavoritesIn celebration of Fort Lee's rich Korean American community and founder Tony Park's Korean-Italian background the bakery is also introducing Korean-inspired treats: Beyond New York CityThis opening in Fort Lee New Jersey marks the start of a larger expansion plan beyond New York City Several other markets under consideration include New Haven CT Philadelphia PA and Virginia. With this expansion Angelina Bakery is positioning itself to become one of the most beloved names in Italian eatery culture across the East Coast and beyond About Angelina Italian BakeryAngelina Bakery is a New York City-based bakery specializing in authentic Italian pastries and 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Learn more about our use of cookies: cookie policy 2025 Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announces the following information related to an ongoing death investigation at Ross Dock in Fort Lee This investigation is being conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Palisades Interstate Parkway Police Department under the direction of Chief Steven Shallop the Palisades Interstate Parkway Police Department responded to Ross Dock in Fort Lee where a body was discovered along the shoreline Detectives from the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit were notified and launched a joint investigation with the Palisades Interstate Parkway Police Department Detectives have since identified the deceased as 25-year-old Jairo Lopez-Lopez of Hempstead investigators have been unable to make contact with next of kin Anyone with any information about Jairo Lopez-Lopez may contact the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Tips Line at (201) 226-5532 Prosecutor Musella would like to thank the Palisades Interstate Parkway Police Department and the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance in this ongoing investigation No additional information is available at this time Fort Lee parents and students faulted administrators two weeks after a teenager was critically injured in a stabbing at the high school saying the district needs to do more to ensure children's safety Nearly two dozen people spoke during the public comment section of Monday's Board of Education meeting Many criticized a perceived lack of action by school leadership in addressing bad behavior which they said has allowed acts of violence to escalate into the most recent incident said the students need more support and protection from these acts She called for an increase in suspensions and expulsions of problematic students regardless of the optics that may result from stricter punishment "It’s a shame to have gone from such prestige to what we are facing now," Mayer said "We need to care about the culture we want to cultivate in the Fort Lee school community not what it looks like to outsiders’ standards of achievements and testing." At the meeting students said they witnessed the actions of their undisciplined peers firsthand from skipping class to smoking and fighting in the bathrooms They also reported minimal engagement by administrators giving some students more freedom to act out and causing others to feel at risk because of it "How am I supposed to feel safe and not feel worried when I’m going into the bathroom at any given point in my school day?" said Maxim Startsev The situation has reached the point where Nikola Antic can hardly wait to graduate in a few weeks and move on to college "I cannot be gladder that I’m leaving," he said "I do not want to be associated with this school Superintendent Robert Kravitz said the administration has met multiple times with Fort Lee police to discuss security measures The district is also looking to implement new programs for students exhibiting behavioral issues "We are trying to be proactive as best we can," Kravitz said Several speakers Monday alleged that many of the issues are caused by teens who do not attend the school and One student said he and his younger brother have heard directly from multiple teens who regularly visit the school that they live in New York Kravitz said the district has a designated residency officer who makes sure all students are properly enrolled The administration takes action when alerted of someone at the school who does not live in the area Some speakers Monday expressed the need for a special meeting between school officials and the parents and students in the community to address their concerns Multiple board members supported this idea in hopes that it will provide transparency for the public and reduce anxiety surrounding their school experience I hope that our administration is taking them to heart and that a meeting is scheduled so they do feel engaged and part of the process," said board member Paula Colbath for sharing their thoughts during the meeting Board member Kacy Knight encouraged the students to keep attending meetings and work with the district so they can help improve its reputation "You truly know what the problem is," Knight said "We have to speculate and we have to make best guesses Fort Lee students returned to school Wednesday morning under increased security, one day after a stabbing involving two students sent Fort Lee High School into a lockdown but was upgraded from critical to stable condition the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office said the Fort Lee Police Department said that "out of an abundance of caution," there would be extra police presence in and around the high school on Wednesday "The safety and security of our schools, students, teachers and employees are our most important priority," reads the department's statement, which was posted on Facebook on Tuesday evening "Ensuring a safe learning environment is paramount and detectives from our agency are continuing this investigation with the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office along with continued cooperation from the administration of the Fort Lee High School." was apprehended at the scene and taken into custody Police added that they are not aware of any further threat and no other suspects are being pursued "Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim and their family members. School district administration will continue to remain in contact and cooperate with the Fort Lee Police Department and Bergen County Prosecutor's Office regarding this investigation," said Superintendent Robert Kravitz in a statement published on the school district's website Tuesday "Fort Lee school counselors are available to any student and staff member in need of support in the aftermath of this incident." School officials did not immediately respond to a request for additional comment 10th and 11th grades were scheduled to attend school on a delayed opening Wednesday due to SAT testing The stabbing was brought to the attention of authorities shortly before 11 a.m deputy chief of detectives in the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Responding officers found that a male juvenile student had been stabbed "in the neck causing serious injuries" during an altercation in a school bathroom He was rushed to a nearby hospital in critical but stable condition The suspect has been charged with juvenile delinquency the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office said Tuesday night The suspect is being held at the Bergen County Juvenile Detention Center awaiting a hearing in the Family Law Division of Bergen County Superior Court Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella put out a statement trying to combat false information that has spread online "It should be well understood that information posted or shared through social media may not always be factual Speculation and rumors may be amplified by virtue of the digital platform upon which they circulate information that is not factual can spread faster than the facts," Musella wrote Staff writer John Connolly contributed to this article Jeremy Casilli started his career in restaurant development in New York City But driving through North Jersey on his way in from Rockland County “When I looked at space down in Jersey City This is gonna be the sixth borough,” he said and just kind of reignited the whole Gold Coast along the water.”  He heeded the advice, opening Pier 115 in Edgewater and Hudson & Co. in Jersey City, among others. His latest restaurant is Drift in Weehawken and there’s another Gold Coast eatery of his in the works in West New York The Gold Coast — the roughly 20-mile stretch from Fort Lee to Bayonne — has swelled in recent years with new residential construction and Restaurants have played a critical role in the redevelopment “All these developers have been looking to go to restaurant proprietors to find anchors,” Casilli said If you build a good conglomerate of serious restaurateurs that is bringing business to them whether they’re trying to fill a mall or they’re trying to fill a vacancy.” concerns that the rapid influx of higher-end businesses and high rises is pushing communities out serve the people that have lived in these changing cities for years “The community has always been here,” said Andrew Christianson, director of operations at Blu on the Hudson “It’s just asking us for something different now.” A renaissance led by restaurantsGold Coast communities once thrived at the turn and well into the 20th century. Fort Lee was known as the Hollywood of the East a passenger elevator and an amusement park that opened in 1891 It was also (and continues to be) a melting pot of immigrants But the loss of port, railroad and manufacturing jobs, deindustrialization and increased crime in the mid-20th century sent many of those communities into disrepair Some cities took longer than others to rebuild And there are still places working on their comeback Since reinvestment in these cities started some 30 years ago, people have been ringing the alarm bells of gentrification’s deleterious effects The relaxing of rent controls along the Gold Coast and the construction of luxury units in residential areas has forced out many residents There have been efforts to boost affordable housing percentages in these communities and those who have been a part of the Gold Coast’s renaissance see evidence that thoughtful planning has retained the area’s socioeconomic and cultural diversity Restaurants are a visible way to see the proof of that president of the Hudson County Chamber of Commerce “This being one of the most diverse places in the U.S. people love to tell their stories through food I think you’re seeing diversity celebrated at a time when it’s being questioned Korean and other immigrants over the last century-plus Go today and you’ll find a wide diversity of restaurants The annual Fort Lee Restaurant Week puts that diversity on a pedestal vice president of the Fort Lee Business District Alliance The alliance surveyed restaurant owners last year about why Fort Lee appealed to them to determine ‘Why did you choose Fort Lee?’ The responses are not only consistent but they’re overwhelmingly positive,” Glennon said before last year's Restaurant Week and they see it as a place where things are going on and where things will be going on Restaurants have not only driven revenue in Gold Coast communities like Fort Lee but they also become major employers and have helped to attract other businesses and retaining a diversity of culinary offerings of those restaurants is paramount but one of the exciting things is you see a lot of diversity in the food offerings because it reflects the people who live here,” he said “You can get anything you want within an hour.” People are moving to the Gold Coast. From 2012 to 2022, Jersey City’s population rose almost 12%. Hundreds of new apartment buildings have opened And several massive hotels have opened in Fort Lee With those new hotels and apartment buildings come restaurants These eateries create dining spaces for locals and draw in people from New York City and beyond with picture-perfect skyline views and Wagyu steaks But then we have an uncanny pull from Philadelphia We just had people say they drove two hours to come here because He added that while Hoboken may be maxed out on space “It’s the surrounding community [that] is growing.” Edwards said part of his job at the Chamber is to curate the experience for people who may not have visited Gold Coast communities in a while (or ever) and they’re an interesting dynamic that people are coming from across North Jersey,” he said they may tend to go back and forth [to New York City] but if they live here a little bit they dig in and look for things in their hometown.” opened a second location in Weehawken late last year Partners Dominique Paulin and chef Olivier Muller first came upon the spot some four years ago and appreciated the skyline views it provides and the proximity to New York City “We felt like it touched some of our existing customer base but it’s far away from us so we’re not competing with ourselves,” Muller said We felt like it was a great location to expand.” “It was a good location closer to New York The concentration of good restaurants — Weehawken itself welcomed Drift Faubourg and Blu on the Hudson in the last two years — makes these cities a destination for diners “We came from the New York scene and worked there for 20 years," he said "I think it forces you to be creative and to work at what you do I think it’ll create a dining scene where people will want to come to Weehawken.” A variety of causes led to the regrowth of Gold Coast communities — folks being priced out of New York City the improvement of those cities on the Jersey Coast While that helped lead to the creation of residential buildings the word has gotten around that sitting on a rooftop patio overlooking the New York City skyline with a drink in hand is a worthwhile visit That matters to the health of the restaurant scene here: Faubourg Weehawken almost doubles its capacity in summer and Casilli said that helps offset the costs of running a restaurant in the cold months “I look at it like an insurance policy for success,” he said “Winter takes a nosedive — I don't know why because all the restaurants are very cozy — but as soon as spring That’s why I’ve been focused on rooftop deals and waterfront properties.” The rebirth of the Gold Coast as a destination is so successful some are beginning to think of it not as an extension of New York City anymore — it’s just Jersey “I really strongly resist the language of being the sixth borough because I think we stand on our own,” Edwards said If you look at the hotels along the Hudson River waterfront they’re staying almost full consistently throughout the year.”  the Gold Coast is likely to bring in more people Casilli is opening a more casual eatery in West New York in a space that hasn’t been touched for 20 years Blu on the Hudson is gearing up for a lively summer with a lineup of live music and events (and they’re opening another location in Livingston later this year) is planning for the increased crowds the 2026 World Cup will bring into the region The hope is all that economic growth comes back to the community that started it “I think if you look at New Jersey just in general this is one of the growing counties," he said He's not alone: The hopes are high up and down the coast for an even more gilded Gold Coast “I think we’re going to exceed the posture that we had in the 1960s as being the place to live in Bergen County,” Glennon said of Fort Lee the place to live in northern New Jersey and with a little bit of license one of the great places to live in the New York metropolitan area… I don’t wanna get carried away here.” Matt Cortina is a food reporter for NorthJersey.com/The Record it was a community meeting for Fort Lee residents about public safety Various local public safety officials introduced themselves and their roles They gave a demonstration of what someone should do when stopped by the police the activist group seeking an investigation into her death Residents and supporters of her family came out to the Fort Lee Recreational Center Thursday night for an open discussion with Fort Lee Mayor Mark Sokolich representatives of Fort Lee's Emergency Services and the Fire Department and other borough officials where they posed their questions and concerns much of it seeking answers about Lee's tragic demise and what is being done to ensure it doesn't happen again the policy and advocacy advisor for the advocacy group AAPI New Jersey encouraging Fort Lee residents to call 9-1-1 for police to help them in an emergency Chang asked how they would do so in light of what happened to Lee "What do you say someone after watching that still feels scared to call the Fort Lee police for help What is your message to that person?" Chang said "We strive to handle every call the best we can it's based on the training and the experience of the officers responding .. I think we do a very good job responding." Fort Lee resident Rose Ann Kim posed whether the Fort Lee Police could hire police officers who already have mental health training and credentials Heinze told Kim to forward the resumes of any potential officers he noted that the police department is participating in the ARRIVE Together program where a police officer is paired with a mental health specialist While the officials tried to provide as many answers as possible the one thing they could not answer with certainty is the status of the investigation into the shooting which is being conducted by the New Jersey Attorney General's Office Sitting quietly in the audience observing were the parents of Victoria Lee Her mother told NorthJersey.com that she was "very disappointed" with the meeting found the investigation was going "slow," and the police did not apologize Her father said the police have not met with the family Heinze said to NorthJersey.com that the police officer who shot Victoria Lee is out on workmen's comp and other officers involved in the shooting have returned to work He confirmed that he has not spoken to Lee's father because he did not feel it was something he should do while the investigation was ongoing For unlimited access to the most important news from your local community please subscribe or activate your digital account today FORT LEE — A 16-year-old has been charged following a stabbing involving two students on Tuesday that sent Fort Lee High School into lockdown The unidentified juvenile has been charged with juvenile delinquency Police responded to the scene at 10:52 a.m after an emergency radio call reporting the stabbing from an officer assigned to the high school Responding officers discovered that a male juvenile student had been stabbed multiple times in a school bathroom during an altercation causing serious injuries," the prosecutor's office said where he remains in critical but stable condition Kravitz said there was no active threat to the school community First responders from Fort Lee and surrounding jurisdictions School officials did not respond to a request for additional comment Fort Lee police deferred comment to the prosecutor's office police cars blocked off Lemoine Avenue in front of the high school with officers directing traffic and patrolling the area A few people congregated across the street Mel Cardinal said she first heard about the stabbing from the school and texted her daughter right away Other Fort Lee residents shared their concerns while looking on at the police presence at the high school but we don't think things are headed in the right direction," said Raul and Patricia Gutierrez who have lived in Fort Lee for over 20 years and have a daughter who graduated from Fort Lee High School six years ago The couple attributes their concerns to students potentially using fake addresses so they can be placed in the high school The stabbing comes less than a month after a stabbing near New Milford High School This breaking news story has been updated throughout the day Above: Gottheimer at the Fort Lee Korean Parents Advisory Council’s Lunar New Year celebration Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) celebrated the Lunar New Year at Lewis F Cole Intermediate School with the Fort Lee Korean Parents Advisory Council and North Jersey families “Wishing a happy Lunar New Year to the millions celebrating in North Jersey and across our great nation and may the Year of the Snake bring you peace and prosperity,” said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) an Associate Member of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) “I will continue fighting for North Jersey’s proud Asian American and Pacific Islander community — which is home to so many incredible local leaders and families who work day in and day out to make our state an even better place to live.” Gottheimer was joined by Assemblywoman Shama Haider and Jennifer Park of the Fort Lee Korean Parents Advisory Council.  Below: Gottheimer at the Fort Lee Korean Parents 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Accessibility The Fort Lee Fire Department is hosting a fundraising event to support a longtime member and his family who lost everything in a Valentine's Day fire in Leonia The fire, at an apartment complex on Grand Avenue, broke out Friday morning, sweeping through two apartment buildings and leaving at least 10 families displaced and two pets missing In the wake of the fire, family, friends and members of the community have organized several fundraisers to support the victims including GoFundMe campaigns and clothing drives On Tuesday, the Fort Lee Volunteer Fire Department announced on Facebook that it will be holding a fundraiser in support of Mike DeGidio and his family The post said DeGidio has worked with the Fort Lee Volunteer Fire Department for more than 40 years serving as the chief and then coming back as a lieutenant "It's our turn to help our brother in need after a fire ravaged his home last week in Leonia," says the post "Mike is the kind of human who would give anyone at any time the shirt off his back Other donations and gift cards will also be accepted Checks can be made payable to Hook & Ladder Co a dedicated 40-year veteran of the Fort Lee Fire Department Now it's our turn to help him," says the post "Let's come together as a community and show support for one of our own." PETERSBURG – Last week’s move by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to change the name of a North Carolina Army post back to Fort Bragg may have opened the door to the possibility of other installations does not see that happening – at least as easily as the change back to Fort Bragg “The one thing about Fort Liberty that made the name maybe easier to change is that you could take the name ‘Liberty’ off and put ‘Bragg’ back on without disrespecting a particular family or a particular veteran whose memory was being honored,” the Virginia Democrat and member of the Senate Armed Services Committee told The Progress-Index on Thursday afternoon during a Zoom session with Virginia journalists “The naming of the Virginia bases was not after liberty or vague concepts They were named after real people who were deserving of respect.”  10 as part of the Trump administration’s efforts at rolling back mandated diversity initiatives during the Biden administration One of those initiatives was a special Pentagon commission charged with finding new names for 10 Army posts named for Confederate leaders from the Civil War to reflect diversity in the present-day armed services Among those changed in April 2023 was Fort Lee in Prince George County It took on the name “Fort Gregg-Adams" in honor of two high-ranking Army officers of color – retired Lt Gregg was at one time the highest-ranked general who was Black all-woman 6888th Battalion that delivered mail to the European theater in World War II Gregg and Adams were chosen from a pool of 10 name suggestions submitted to the commission More: Virginia State University is chosen to host Virginia gubernatorial debate later this year How did Hegseth come to his conclusion?The same law that created the Naming Commission also gave authority to the secretary of defense to rename any military installation after anyone unaffiliated with the Confederacy or any segregationist activity Hegseth used that authority to change Fort Liberty back to Fort Bragg only this time named for Private 1st Class Roland Bragg Hegseth promised all names changed by the commission were fair game Hegseth’s action has the blessing of President Donald Trump who during his first term in 2020 vetoed the Defense Authorization bill because of the name-change stipulation Trump has promised to reverse any of his predecessor’s actions based on diversity equality and inclusion – known by the acronym “DEI.”  Kaine told The Progress-Index last week that he did not want to comment specifically on any Virginia post name change now because none have happened yet it’s much harder to take the name off a base when it’s the name of an actual person whose service was stellar and whose community is very very proud and honored with their new names,” he said whose district includes the Tri-City area and Fort Gregg-Adams also is not a fan of changing Fort Gregg-Adams' name She told The Progress-Index in a statement that while she “cannot predict what Secretary Hegseth will do I certainly hope he does not change the name.” Part of the new name was recommended by the late Rep whose death in November 2022 opened the door to a special election won by McClellan McClellan said when she visited Fort Gregg-Adams in 2024 with Gregg and saw the reception people gave him “it was clear that he was a beloved and inspiring figure to the service members and entire base community.” Gregg noted for his work in military logistics and quartermaster service “I can think of no more fitting namesakes for the center and home of logistics and sustainment for the U.S But is the overall community as receptive to the name as political leaders believe they are The Progress-Index asked citizens for their thoughts about putting yet another name on the post that has been a part of central Virginia since the early 20th century Results were mixed – some thought it would be a waste of money by an administration railing against wasteful spending while others said the name should not have been changed in the first place “We can continue to honor the memory of those who fought for the Confederacy while we move forward to recognize those who more recently served our country so devotedly,” Petersburg resident Diane Curling said in an email She added that she thought further name changes would cost “a great deal of money − several millions by all accounts.”  “I'm grateful for the name change to Fort Gregg-Adams to honor patriots I have to correct myself sometimes from saying the previous name Kyle Tucker says the political tone of the change was not lost on him “The big political statement of the new administration is the equivalent of your sibling sticking their finger close to your face and saying we aren’t honoring Confederate soldiers but a soldier with the same last name who Bragg who won a Silver Star and Purple Heart in his service in WWII but are we really expected to believe that it was purely coincidental that they just so happen to have the same last name?”  several who responded said the name should never have been changed in the first place People know it as Fort Lee and will always call it that You can't erase history,” Jeanne Rose posted on The Progress-Index Facebook page We all have a choice to take offense or not.”  some others said there were more important things to be concerned with than the names of military posts I wasn’t for changing it in the first place “The amount of money we [are] wasting for nonsense just stop wasting time and money on nonsense.”  In its final report to the Pentagon, the Naming Commission estimated the cost of renaming Fort Gregg-Adams was around $2.4 million. Two years ago, USA TODAY put the total cost for all base renamings at around $60 million A common last nameAccording to some ancestry-themed sites on the internet the last name “Lee” is among the top 20 most common surnames in the U.S The Progress-Index did a quick Google search of famous (and not so famous) non-Confederate soldiers with the last name of Lee While the most common pop-up was Revolutionary War figure and former Virginia governor and congressman Gen Henry “Light-Horse Harry” Lee – incidentally Lee – one came up that had both a tie to central Virginia and a nod to diversity His name is Fitz Lee, who was born in 1866 in Dinwiddie County and later joined the group of Black troops known as the “Buffalo Soldiers.” According to the National Park Service website Lee was part of M Troop of the 10th Cavalry and served during the Spanish-American War The five soldiers went ashore and surprised the Spanish holding their comrades The rescuers were able to free all the wounded soldiers and Thompkins were awarded the Medal of Honor in the summer of 1899 for their actions at Tayabacoa Lee received his Medal of Honor while he was in the hospital at Fort Bliss His health declined quickly after the rescue mission and abdominal pain that left him bedridden for three months Lee was medically discharged from the Army on July 5 a few days after receiving the Medal of Honor He was buried with full military honors at Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery in Kansas The other Virginia posts renamed in 2023 are the former Fort AP Hill in Caroline County and Fort Pickett in Nottoway County AP Hill became Fort Walker in memory of Dr a Civil War-era surgeon for the North who is the only woman and civilian to be awarded the Medal of Honor for her service to Union troops and the feds actually took away her medal in 1917 It was returned to her in 1977 by former President Jimmy Carter which had been transferred from the Army to the Virginia National Guard became Fort Barfoot in memory of retired Col who received the Medal of Honor for bravery during World War II he successfully fought off efforts by his Richmond area neighborhood's homeowners association to force him to remove a 21-foot flagpole from his yard The disagreement gained national attention and prompted the association to back down Bill Atkinson (he/him/his) is an award-winning journalist who covers breaking news Reach him at batkinson@progress-index.com or on X (formerly known as Twitter) at @BAtkinson_PI The suspect — whose name is not being released because of his age — was arrested at school after the Tuesday morning stabbing said the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office The suspect was charged with first-degree attempted murder third-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and fourth-degree unlawful possession of a weapon Bergen County prosecutors said that just before 11 a.m. a police officer stationed at Fort Lee High School reported a stabbing Police from Fort Lee and other towns headed to the school Police found that a male juvenile student had been stabbed in the bathroom with a knife The victim was taken to the hospital in critical but serious condition "The investigation revealed that the suspect and the victim were in a school restroom and engaged in an altercation when the suspect stabbed the victim several times with a knife," prosecutors said The suspect was taken to the Bergen County Juvenile Detention Center to await a closed hearing in Bergen County Superior Court Police said late Tuesday night that the school would have an increased police presence on Wednesday the Fort Lee Police Department responded to a stabbing at Fort Lee High School which was immediately placed into lockdown Our assigned uniformed School Resource Officer .. applied immediate first aid to the juvenile victim who was soon after transported to an area hospital and survived." there will be an extra police presence in and around the High School tomorrow however there is no further threat that we are aware of at this time." As opposed to other media reports saying other students might be charged Ensuring a safe learning environment is paramount and detectives from our agency are continuing this investigation with the Bergen County Prosecutors Office A student told on News 12 on Tuesday that as the victim was being stabbed in the bathroom Security came and picked him up." A parent suggested that the school needs metal detectors Prosecutors are investigating the reasons for the incident READ MORE: Student Stabbed 'Multiple Times' At Fort Lee High School Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. Mill Creek Residential has broken ground on a 253-unit luxury rental tower in Fort Lee having secured joint venture equity as part of a deal arranged by JLL which is partnering with Kayne Anderson Real Estate will rise just south of the George Washington Bridge and provide unobstructed views of the Hudson River and the New York City skyline Floorplans will range from studios to three-bedroom units with move-ins slated for November 2026 and a second phase to be developed at a later date a high-end fitness center with a yoga studio a resort-style pool and courtyard on the sixth floor and an indoor-outdoor rooftop sky lounge “With its proximity to New York City and the surrounding employment markets Fort Lee continues to become a sought-after living destination,” said Maria Masi senior managing director of development in New Jersey for Mill Creek Residential “We believe Modera Fort Lee will distinguish itself by providing outstanding amenity spaces and premium interior finishes that enhance the overall living experience for our residents We look forward to providing a top-of-market experience and will aim to become the preferred choice for the market’s discerning renters.” JLL Senior Managing Director Jose Cruz and Director Ryan Robertson led the capital markets equity advisory team on Mill Creek’s behalf “This development opportunity in Fort Lee’s high-barrier-to-entry market is poised to attract a variety of renters,” Cruz said “Modera Fort Lee will offer luxury living with spectacular views and convenient access to New York City.” JLL noted that future residents will have easy access to Manhattan via the bridge or ferry service They’ll also be within walking distance of downtown Fort Lee’s shops and restaurants reflecting amenities that have helped the Bergen County waterfront submarket rebound strongly from the COVID-19 crisis cited the parcel’s proximity to interstates 95 and 80 adding that it is 20 minutes from both Yankee Stadium and MetLife Stadium “Mill Creek’s track record developing Class A multifamily communities their ability to self-perform on construction and the northern New Jersey market economic growth fundamentals made this capitalization incredibly compelling to the capital markets community,” Robertson added “It was a pleasure working with Mill Creek and we look forward to the success of this project.” FORT LEE — A 16-year-old was charged with first-degree attempted murder after police say he stabbed a student in a high school bathroom Fort Lee High School went into lockdown after the school’s uniformed resource police officer learned of the stabbing according to Bergen County Prosecutor Mike Musella An investigation determined the teen got into a fight and stabbed the victim several times in the neck The victim was treated for injuries by the school security team and taken to a hospital via ambulance He was in critical but stable condition as of Tuesday evening The attacker was also charged with second-degree aggravated assault third-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and fourth-degree unlawful possession of a weapon and turned over to the Bergen County Juvenile Detention ABC 7 Eyewitness News reported that student tensions started during a weekend detention when the suspect’s pants were pulled down in a prank A student told CBS New York it was his friend who was stabbed He described seeing blood all over the bathroom and tried applying pressure to stop the bleeding School counselors will be available for students on Wednesday Fort Lee police will have an increased presence in and around the school Police said there are no other suspects in the incident A 16-year-old was charged with first-degree attempted murder after police say he stabbed a student in a high school bathroom.\nRead More ABC 7 Eyewitness News reported that student tensions started during a weekend detention A student told CBS New York it was his friend who was stabbed A 16-year-old student has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing a classmate multiple times inside a Fort Lee High School bathroom Authorities remove evidence bags (left) at Fort Lee High School where a student was stabbed Tuesday morning Authorities remove evidence bags from the school according to Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella made an emergency radio call reporting a stabbing at the school Additional police units from nearby jurisdictions responded Officers arrived to find a male juvenile student who had been stabbed in the neck First responders and school security gave immediate first aid The victim was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries and is currently listed in critical but stable condition was apprehended on scene and placed in protective custody A joint investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit determined that the two students were involved in an altercation in a school restroom when the stabbing occurred The juvenile has been transferred to the Bergen County Juvenile Detention Center pending a closed hearing in Bergen County Superior Court Prosecutor Musella emphasized that the charges are accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt Musella thanked the Fort Lee Police Department as well as the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Palisades Interstate Parkway Police Department and Port Authority Police Department for their assistance in the investigation 2025 at 11:36 am ETThey'll offer special flatbreads and cheeses (Bear Cui)Dessert lattes: Cannoli latte and Nutella latte a New York City bakery known for Italian-inspired pastries and signature bomboloni planned to soft open its first New Jersey store in Fort Lee this week The store planned a "three-day soft opening" at its new 142 Linwood Plaza location starting Thursday (April 17) They said their three-day soft opening event will feature complimentary meals: Among the items they'll sell are Korean delicacies Since opening its original bakery in Hell’s Kitchen Angelina has expanded to several Manhattan neighborhoods “We’re excited to bring the Angelina experience to Fort Lee and share our passion for baking with our new neighbors,” said the team at Angelina Bakery “Our New Jersey debut is a milestone in our journey and we look forward to welcoming everyone to our family.” Head to angelinabakery.com for more information Know of a restaurant opening or closing in Bergen County? Email Patch to let us know. while a classmate faces attempted murder charges But as Bergen County officials updated the boy's condition Wednesday night "It should be well understood that information posted or shared through social media may not always be factual," prosecutors said "Speculation and rumors may be amplified by virtue of the digital platform upon which they circulate information that is not factual can spread faster than the facts." Prosecutors were not specific about the rumors Officials also noted the prompt medical attention provided by first responders and school personnel before the victim was transported the hospital "It should be noted that while the victim remains hospitalized his condition is now stable,” prosecutors said Prosecutors and police had said that just before 11 a.m A male student had been stabbed with a knife in the neck The 16-year-old suspect was charged with attempted murder "The suspect and the victim were in a school restroom and engaged in an altercation when the suspect stabbed the victim several times with a knife," prosecutors said on Tuesday PRIOR REPORTING: Attempted Murder Charge For Fort Lee Stabbing Suspect Amadou Traore came out for track in the spring of his sophomore year to stay in condition for basketball and to improve his athletic ability "They made everyone try hurdling and I was good at it," the Fort Lee senior said he had become the Bridgemen's best hurdler although a tactical mistake in the sectionals at Vernon cost him a potential chance at making the state group championships "I had been using five steps between hurdles all season and as I got faster "I decided to try three stepping and I got over four hurdles before I lost the rhythm and I had to finish the race bounding over the last six hurdles he became a regular at the Fort Lee track and got athletic director Mike Rafferty to open up the shed to get the hurdles out he's going to do it right," Fort Lee indoor track coach Nicole Pacciani said "I'm pretty short for a basketball player (5-foot-7) and I knew that hurdling was for me," said Traore who called his basketball coach and told him he was leaving the sport to concentrate on track Traore is constantly watching videos on YouTube and TikTok to hone his skills I test out the techniques and see what works for me." The Bridgemen didn't have a dedicated hurdles coach when Traore took up the sport but former Emerson coach Trevor Hedges came on board last winter and Traore has been on a roll ever since He won league titles in the hurdles both indoors and outdoors last year breaking the school indoor record for the first time He finished sixth in the indoor state sectionals last winter but made the finals at the Group 3 state meet for the first time "I'm not where I want to be outdoors (in the 110-meter hurdles) because I got gassed later in the race and I've worked hard on my speed endurance and try to race full speed like I've been able to do indoors," he said "I wish all my kids worked half as hard as he does," Pacciani said "The younger kids look up to him and they see how hard he works and how many medals he wins and it keeps them interested in a winter when we can't even get outside to practice." He hopes his winter success leads to bigger things like a shot at his first State Meet of Champions this winter and a school record in the 110 hurdles in the spring where he hopes to study physical therapy or athletic training Traore decided to have "a little fun" last fall and went out for football for the first time playing running back and corner for the 7-3 Bridgemen especially football," said the Jets fan who is also proficient in the latest Madden video game He even loves watching musicals like "The Greatest Showman" and "High School Musical" "I just think the songs are catchy and the movies are fun to watch." Accomplishment: Became Fort Lee's first boy to win a sectional championship when he won the North 1 After two days of hearings to determine whether a Fort Lee woman should be detained for her role in the alleged sexual assault of a New York City minor Fort Lee police arrested Jennifer Piovanetti and her husband on suspicion of sexually assaulting a teenager Jennifer Piovanetti was accused of being there when her husband brought the girl home and sexually assaulted her Piovanetti's hearing was spread over two days after state Superior Court Judge Marc Ramundo said there were long videos he needed to watch Despite arguments from Assistant Prosecutor Meredith Kunz to keep Jennifer Piovanetti in jail Ramundo ordered that she be released with conditions He said he is not concerned about her being a flight risk but he said she tried to obstruct justice by failing to come forward and by trying to obstruct the police investigation Local: Fort Lee Fire Department to host fundraiser for former chief displaced in Leonia fire Ramundo said Jennifer Piovanetti would be expected to attend every court date Marc Piovanetti was scheduled for a detention hearing on March 10 The Bergen County Prosecutor's Office said he met the child on a social media dating app for people with similar music tastes He is being charged with four counts of second-degree sexual assault second-degree endangering the welfare of a child and two counts of third-degree endangering the welfare of a child Jennifer Piovanetti is scheduled to appear in court again on April 24 Ramundo said she and her attorney would have a chance to discuss the open charges with the prosecutor to determine whether there is a plea deal with the prosecution before it goes to the grand jury She cannot commit any new crimes and must avoid contact with the alleged victim and her own 12-year-old son Ramundo said the Department of Child Protection and Permanency would determine whether she can reunite with her son She will have to check in by telephone to pretrial services every other week and in person every other week she is not calling in She cannot own a firearm and was told not to use drugs or alcohol Ramundo said she must actively retain her employment or seek it if she does not have a job and she cannot live in a home with anyone under age 18 without adult supervision present the acclaimed New York City bakery famous for serving the “Greatest Bomboloni in America,” proudly announces the opening of its first-ever store outside New York City at 142 Linwood Plaza This significant milestone expands Angelina Bakery’s beloved Italian pastries and unique culinary flair to the diverse and vibrant Fort Lee community The official Grand Opening celebration is scheduled for April 30 Expanded Menu to Celebrate the Opening in Fort Lee To mark the launch of the Fort Lee location Healthier Italian ClassicAngelina Bakery is launching various exciting flavors of Pinsa Korean-Inspired Café FavoritesIn celebration of Fort Lee’s rich Korean American community and founder Tony Park’s Korean-Italian background Beyond New York CityThis opening in Fort Lee New Jersey marks the start of a larger expansion plan beyond New York City Several other markets under consideration include New Haven CT About Angelina Italian BakeryAngelina Bakery is a New York City-based bakery specializing in authentic Italian pastries and innovative desserts © Copyright 2012 - 2023 | citybiz | All Rights Reserved Authorities have identified a man whose body was found along the shoreline at Ross Dock in Fort Lee over the weekend and are asking for the public's help locating his next of kin according to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office A Friday statement by the prosecutor's office did not include the cause of death for Lopez-Lopez Police responded to the area around 10:58 a.m Saturday after receiving a report of a body near the water As of Friday police have not been able to locate Lopez-Lopez's next of kin Anyone with any information about Jairo Lopez-Lopez can contact the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Tips Line at 201-226-5532 Police arrested a Fort Lee man and woman for their alleged involvement in the sexual assault of a New York City minor who was originally reported missing the New York City Police Department notified the Fort Lee Police Department of a missing NYC child who was believed to be in the Fort Lee area The missing child was allegedly found at the home of Marc Piovanetti according to a press release from the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Marc Piovanetti allegedly met the child, who was between the ages 13 and 16, on a social media dating app called Turn Up a site that connects people who share similar music taste The Fort Lee man allegedly provided the teen with marijuana and sexually assaulted the child at his residence sometime between Saturday and Sunday Police accuse Jennifer Piovanetti of being at the same Fort Lee residence at the time the alleged sexual assault occurred Stile: Is Josh Gottheimer's property tax plan for New Jersey fantasy or reality? Marc Piovanetti is being charged with four counts of second-degree sexual assault second-degree endangering the welfare of a child and two counts of third-degree endangering the welfare of a child Jennifer Piovanetti is being charged with second-degree endangering the welfare of a child and third-degree endangering the welfare of a child They were both placed into the custody of the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office pending first appearances in Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack Turn Up has several sites by the same name The BCPO verified to NorthJersey.com that the Turn Up site allegedly used was an online dating app related to music Turn Up promotes its site as a way to find dates and friends who share a similar music taste Its slogan on the website is "match through music." It was created by the company Dately The site has a verified Instagram account with over 80,000 followers under the username turn_up_app You must create an account and enter your name gender and the gender you would like to meet You also must select a profile picture and select five musicians to put on your profile The age requirement is 17+ for the app on the Apple app store This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy The owner of a 194-unit luxury apartment building in Fort Lee is seeking a buyer for the property giving investors a chance to own a piece of the booming Gold Coast rental market is 97.4 percent occupied and includes an equal mix of one- and two- bedroom units The building known as Twenty50 also benefits from its proximity to bus and ferry services and panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline and George Washington Bridge as well as amenities such as a fitness center a library with a fireplace and a heated pool with a landscaped terrace It also has structured parking with 224 spaces “Twenty50 offers a unique opportunity to acquire a best-in-class multi-housing community in a transit-oriented location along the highly desired Hudson waterfront,” JLL wrote about the building which was built in 2013 and has been institutionally owned and operated from inception Fort Lee has seen rents grow 5.1 percent year over year since 2021 while maintaining 4.1 percent vacancy Elizabeth DeVesty and Austin Pierce are leading the offering with support from Gerard Quinn and Thomas E residents also have access to a highly ranked education system plus a 9.5 percent rental discount to luxury communities in nearby Edgewater Nearly half of all Fort Lee residents are renters who boast an average household income of $140,000 64 percent of residents are white-collar professionals and 66 percent have a bachelor’s degree or higher A Fort Lee man has been arrested and charged over a collison in North Bergen that left a man dead has been charged with knowingly leaving the scene of a motor vehicle collision resulting in death the Hudson County Prosecutor's Office said in a release Friday North Bergen police responded to the area of Tonnelle Avenue and 91st Street after reports of a pedestrian being struck unresponsive and he was pronounced dead at the scene but a box truck involved in the collision fled The Hudson County Regional Collision Investigation Unit eventually identified Rodriguez as the driver of the truck and he was arrested in Secaucus on Thursday He was being held awaiting a first court appearance No new information had been released as of Monday morning on a body that was discovered along the shoreline at Ross Dock in Fort Lee on Saturday morning It remains unknown whether the body is that of a man or a woman and whether a crime is suspected The Palisades Interstate Parkway Police Department responded to the scene at about 10:58 a.m. the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office said Detectives from the office’s Major Crimes Unit and officers from the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Criminal Investigation also responded and launched an investigation The identity of the deceased person has not been released Authorities have not released additional details is a popular waterfront picnic area along the Hudson River just north of the George Washington Bridge 30-unit apartment building in Fort Lee for $16.8 million in a transaction arranged by Veerman Asset Management in the trade of the loft-style property known as The Doma at 1435 10th St The deal marks the first multifamily acquisition in New Jersey for the buyer which is based in Brooklyn’s Red Hook section Veerman Asset Management CEO Manveer Sanghera brokered the sale “We’re thrilled to have closed this milestone transaction and to have set a new standard for pricing in the Fort Lee market,” Sanghera said “The Doma exemplifies the demand for high-quality and we’re excited to have guided EBMA in expanding their portfolio into New Jersey.” traded for a record price per unit for any building of its size or larger in Fort Lee It’s also the fourth apartment building that Veerman has successfully sold for Premier Developers as well as the 12th property built after 2010 that the firm has sold since early 2022 EBMA approached Veerman about The Doma to spur the recent trade noting that it’s now marketing several other high-end multifamily properties in the region “As returns on risk-free investments decline we anticipate increased capital allocation toward alternative investment vehicles,” he said this trend has been favorable for commercial real estate particularly in the multifamily sector in New Jersey.”