Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Sparta Man Indicted for Alleged Knife Attack on Roommate
Kevin Rios, 23, faces assault and weapons charges for October altercation.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
- Caldwells, NJ
Mike launched The Caldwells Patch in 2009 and is now the senior regional editor for North Jersey.
Mike grew up in Essex County before attending Fairfield University in Connecticut where he was an English-Journalism major and four-year member and captain of the men's tennis team.
Mike worked for several of Hearst Corporation's Connecticut Media Group newspapers, including the Connecticut Post, Greenwich Citizen, Norwalk Citizen and as the managing editor of the New Canaan News and Darien News.
Mike's journalism career began in sports, covering high schools, colleges and the Pilot Pen and U.S. Open tennis tournaments.
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Hoboken, NJ|News|
Fourth of July Celebration Set for Friday at Liberty State Park
While the Macy's Fireworks Spectacular will not be over the Hudson this year, Hoboken residents can check out the display in Jersey City.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Madison, NJ|News|
Fourth of July Celebrations Set for Friday
Florham Park will host the annual parade, picnic and fireworks.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Chatham, NJ|News|
Fourth of July Parade, Fireworks Set for Friday in Chatham
Parade will begin at 10:30 a.m., rain or shine, and the fireworks will be held at Chatham Middle School.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Fourth of July Celebration Set for Friday at the Oval
Festivities begin at 9 a.m. and culminate with a fireworks show at 9:15 p.m.
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Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Millburn's Annual Fourth of July Celebration Begins Friday Morning
Daytime amusement park and pony rides will give way to a fireworks show at night.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Caldwells|News|
Fourth of July Fireworks Set for Friday Night at Caldwell High
Gates open at 7 p.m. and the rain date is Sunday.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Maryland Man Caught Trying to Break Into Parked Cars, Police Say
Baltimore resident was found with numerous credit cards not in his name, according to report.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
1,000 Gather to Mourn Slain Livingston Teen
No new information in the case as Brendan Tevlin is laid to rest.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Jersey City Man Stabbed Multiple Times on Bloomfield Street
The victim said he was looking for his friend's apartment when he was attacked early Monday morning.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Race Honors Fallen Jersey City Fire Department Captain
The American Cancer Fund sponsors 5K and 1-mile walk at Liberty State Park on Sunday, July 13.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Madison, NJ|News|
Night of Networking, Theater Comes to Saint Elizabeth
Madison Chamber of Commerce sponsors event coinciding with the performance of 'The Learned Ladies.'
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Caldwells|News|
Caldwell College Becomes a University
'Defining moment' marks school's 75th anniversary.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Caldwells|News|
College Coed to Christie: I'm Obsessed With You
Governor also shrugs off group of 'professional protesters' at Town Hall meeting in Caldwell.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
14th Street Viaduct to Close Wednesday
The bridge will remain open for pedestrians but will be closed for motorists between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Chatham, NJ|News|
Fourth of July Trash, Recycling Pickup Schedule for Chatham Borough
Borough reminds residents of upcoming holiday collection schedule.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Local Leagues Join Forces to Help Educate Foster Children
The partnership earned the organizations the 2013 Vision Award.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Former Hopatcong Youth Soccer Head Gets 5 Years Probation for Stealing $18K
Matthew Simon, 40, must also make full restitution to the Hopatcong Hawks Soccer Club.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Reward Increased in West Orange Homicide
The Essex County Sheriff's Office is offering up to $25,000 for information into those responsible for Brendan Tevlin's death.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Reward Increased in Livingston Teen's Killing
The Essex County Sheriff's Office is offering up to $25,000 for information into those responsible for Brendan Tevlin's death.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff