PATERSON, N.J. — Third Ward Councilman Alex Mendez formally entered the race for mayor late Tuesday night, announcing his candidacy during the closing moments of the Dec. 16 City Council meeting and setting up another contest against incumbent Mayor Andre Sayegh. Mendez’s midnight declaration ended months of speculation among political observers in Paterson. It marks the third time he will …

PATERSON, NJ — The race for City Hall is officially underway, and Paterson’s incumbent leadership is setting the pace. Mayor Andre Sayegh, alongside Council President Dr. Lilisa Mimms and Council Vice President Maritza Davila, became the first candidates in Paterson to officially pick up re-election petitions, marking an early and energetic start to the upcoming municipal campaign for mayor and …

PATERSON, NJ — The Paterson Police Department and Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. once again joined forces to spread holiday joy through their 5th Annual “How the Lambdas Stole Christmas” community service event, held at Public School #2. Led by Paterson Police Department Sgt. E. Del Valle, the heartwarming initiative brought together police officers, fraternity members, volunteers, and community …