Wyckoff Mom Scammed, Burglars Hit Franklin Lakes Cars This Week

It’s been a busy holiday week in Wyckoff and Franklin Lakes. Here’s a look at some of the top stories of the week. Have an idea for a story you’d like to see on the site next week? Email it to Jessica.mazzola@patch.com.

Wyckoff Mom Scammed Out of $4,100, Cops Say

The woman wired money thinking that she was paying for an out-of-town apartment for her daughter, police say.

Police: Burglars Hit Three Cars in One Franklin Lakes Driveway

Burglars made off with an expensive camera from one of the unlocked cars, police say.

Wyckoff Man Led Cops on Morning Chase, Police Say

Man faces multiple charges after eluding police from a Ridgewood home last week, according to police.

‘American Idol’ Star’s Father, Longtime Wyckoff Resident Dies

Township resident James Maroulis, an army veteran, engineer, and father of ‘American Idol’ contestant and Broadway actor Constantine Maroulis, died Saturday. Visitation is Tuesday.

Man Injured in Motorcycle Accident Charged with DWI, Cops Say

Oakland Man was transported to the hospital with 'moderate' injuries, police said.

Mandee Co-Founder Becomes Children's Book Author at 87

Franklin Lakes resident Bernard Mandelbaum has decided to move away from his retail roots to explore a different passion.

O&R Requests 9.7 Percent Rate Increase

If approved, the rate hike - which the company says will help it cover costs from Superstorm Sandy - will cost the average customer in Wyckoff and Franklin Lakes about $16 more per month.

Wyckoff Mom Starts Career Services Firm for College Grads

Mom of two college-aged kids said she used her experience working in corporate HR and recruiting to start a new business.