CLIFFVIEW PILOT is different from anything you've seen. It's local and loyal, fair and accurate. No secret affilations or hidden agendas. No assumptions, rumor or innuendo.
I grew up in North Bergen and have lived in Cliffside Park most of the past 15 years. This area has always been the center of the universe to me -- a hip, happening place where people aren't easily fooled. That's why I will never tell you I heard something from someone who heard it from someone else. Instead, you get what can and can't be be verified -- straight, no slant.
There will be no exposes or "gotchas." We're too busy trying to find out what's happening that affects YOUR life, not trying to mess with someone else's. However, if evidence of favoritism or unfair treatment comes to light, we're all over it.
There will be absolutely NO badgering of the bereaved. The only funerals we'll cover will involve police officers, firefighters or other public servants so widely known in the community that their passing demands such a tribute. Still, there will be rules: (1) We'll keep a respectful distance; and (2) The family must OK it first. Otherwise, we ain't goin'.
Finally, we will do all we can to find out about predators in your midst, so that your children can remain safe.
I made my bones covering cops and courts: I exposed wrongdoing, put bad guys in prison and won local and national awards for investigative reporting. I also ran a "Law & Order" team that, among its accomplishments, forced an Attorney General from office.
My law enforcement contacts are everywhere. They're honest, reliable and dedicated. Most of them are at the very top of their respective agencies, so they know the real story.
But that's not what's going to make CLIFFVIEW PILOT a success.
That's up to YOU.
When you see or hear something, email or call me. Same thing if a tip or rumor needs checking out. If you've got the scoop on something that happened minutes ago, get in on the action. Join the network.
Just the same: If you're interested in writing, shooting photos or participating in any way in the PILOT, get hold of me soon as possible.
I'm looking for sharp, aggressive people who won't be hustled. Interns are welcome, as well (I promise I'll teach you all I know). Having a bit of an edge doesn't hurt, though. Be able to leave your opinions behind and see the world with "soft eyes" and we'll get along great.
If my plan works, we'll become a connected community, sharing stories and ideas, scoping out tips, beating everyone else to the punch.
In the meantime, I'll keep doing my job -- getting the real story behind the story, nailing exclusive interviews with important figures, and attracting the kind of columnist talent you want to check out every day.
So c'mon in. Poke around. Kick the tires. Make us part of your life -- and I promise we'll make it worth your while.
My email box is always open. My phone: 201.943.2794.
Respectfully,
Jerry DeMarco
Publisher/Editor
CLIFFVIEWPILOT.COM
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