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Roman: During holidays, remember fallen because ‘Blue Lives Matter’
It is Christmas night, and all of the chaos is over. All of the presents have been handed out, and…
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Vargas: Outrage over killings of NY officers
On Saturday, police officers Wenjian Liu and Rafael Ramos were assassinated in New York. Police officers all over the country…
Vargas: Protestor’s over-the-top hatred for police caught on tape
If you haven’t watched the video featured at the top of this column, please take a minute to do so.…
Here’s what it’s like to almost shoot an unarmed person
I was working day shift in patrol when dispatch broadcasted a 417 call (subject with a gun). I was sent…
Vargas: A memorable ride in the back seat of my patrol car
A few weeks ago I had lunch with newly elected Montclair Councilwoman Trisha Martinez. The last time we met was…
Roman: Six ways you can prevent being victimized during the holidays
The holiday season is a time for giving, right? Unfortunately, it is also the season for taking and stealing. It…
Roman: 12 questions about police to ponder
By John Roman What if you were at work and a stranger told you how to do your job? Imagine…
Vargas: Most people will never understand what it’s like to be a cop
It’s hard to explain the angst I’ve felt over the last few days as I’ve watched the aftermath of the…
Vargas: Holiday cheer can turn family gatherings into nightmares
The holiday season had officially begun and for most of us it is a time to gather with family and…
For public safety workers, Thanksgiving is just another day at work
What is your Thanksgiving Day like? For some, it means spending time with family while eating turkey and watching football.…