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Alleged Sexual Assault of 13-Year-Old, Higher Taxes Proposed Are Top Local News
Here is a recap of the top Wayne news this week.
Crime, taxes and education dominated the headlines this week.
A Wayne man, James Perna, 53, was charged with aggravated sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child for alleged sexual contact with a 13-year-old boy in 2000, authorities announced this week.
Average Homeowner's Taxes Could Rise $205
The school portion of the average homeowner’s tax bill could increase $205 if the Board of Education approves the 2013-14 budget as it is currently constructed.
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The Board discussed the budget at a special public meeting this week.
Board Selects a Replacement to Fill Vacant Seat
The Board of Education selected Rogger Ortiz to fill a vacant spot on the board. Ortiz will serve the rest of former trustee Robyn Kingston's term. Kingston resigned from the board in January and moved to Texas.
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Motorist Charged with DWI
A Wayne man was charged with driving while intoxicated in Parsippany recently, the Parsippany Police Department said this week.
Wayne UNICO Donates $16K to Injured Officer
The Wayne UNICO chapter recently presented Officer Bob Franco with $1,600.
The Italian-American service organization sold Poinsettia plants last year to raise money for Franco.
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