Most Dangerous Main Road in Kinnelon [POLL]

Tell us what you think the most dangerous main thoroughfare in the borough is and why.

A road does not have to be slippery to seem dangerous to some drivers and even with warmer weather on the horizon, some of the main roads in the borough may not seem as safe as others. Recently, a report has designated Route 46 as the most dangerous road in Morris County. Now we want to know what you think is the most dangerous main road in Kinnelon. Participate in our poll below and let us know in the comments why you think that road is dangerous. Also share with us the smaller streets you tend to not feel as safe driving on and why.

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Butler Intersection Improvements Unlikely

Pedestrian safety still a concern of resident, council.

Despite continued concerns over pedestrian safety at the intersection of Route 23 and Kiel Avenue, further safety improvements in the area will likely not be considered by the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT), according to the Suburban Trends. The Trends reported that Cascade Way resident Bob Norman approached the Butler Council on Aug. 21 to ask whether a footbridge could be created at the intersection. Norman has also previously approached the council asking if cameras could be installed on traffic lights at the intersection, as many cars are making illegal left turns, he said. The borough has received some funding from the DOT for safety improvements in that area, including a new speed countdown meter which tells …

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Kiel Avenue Safety Questioned by Resident

Council said not much can be done about illegal left turns on to Route 23.

Butler resident Bob Norman is sick of seeing cars make illegal turns from Kiel Avenue on to Route 23. But the Butler Council told him Tuesday there is not much that can be done about it. According to NorthJersey.com, Norman approached the council about his concerns, but the council advised him that the state owns Route 23 and, as such, cannot make modifications, such as adding a camera, to the traffic light there. However, Butler police officers do regularly patrol in that area in addition to all other areas in the borough. Norman also approached the council in December to ask about illegal turns on to Route 23 and illegal turns on Main Street. The borough is aware of safety issues in that particular area and has received funding from the …

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Holidays in the Boroughs

Kinnelon Congregation Holds Hanukkah Celebration

'Latkerama' draws more than 100 people to Kiel Avenue firehouse.

The Jewish Congregation of Kinnelon (JCK) on Friday held its annual Hanukkah event, "Latkerama," at the Kiel Avenue Firehouse.   More than 100 people ate the traditional potato pancakes called latkes, enjoyed homemade donuts and chocolate coins, all traditional Chanukah foods, and dinner. This year, JCK held a basket raffle as well. Friends gathered for live music, games, crafts and the company of the community. The event grows in scope and attendance each year. For further information about Latkerama or the JCK, call 973-838-5566.

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Woman Charged With DWI After Allegedly Failing to Stop

Kinnelon police said 47-year-old woman allegedly failed sobriety tests.

A Kinnelon woman was charged with DWI Saturday after police initially stopped the vehicle she was driving for allegedly failing to stop at a stop sign at the corner of Kakeout Road and Kiel Avenue. Lynda Colaianni, 47, was charged with careless driving, failure to stop and failure to keep right in addition to the DWI charges. Ptl. Mark Ehrenburg saw the 2006 Honda allegedly go through the stop sign at 9:07 p.m. and pursued the car, at which point police said they saw the vehicle allegedly swerving in and out of its lane. The vehicle was stopped on Kakeout Road and the driver was identified as Colaianni. Police said Ptl. Ehrenburg noticed Colaianni having slurred speech and bloodshot, glassy eyes. She was asked to perform several field …

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Police Investigating Boonton Avenue Home Burglary

Woman who fled accident charged with DWI.

Kinnelon police are investigating a burglary that is believed to have occurred on Saturday at a Boonton Avenue home. The homeowner, who had just bought the home, told Ptl. Christopher Mucci that the day before, he had gone to the house and left several power and hand tools in the garage of the home. The homeowner said that when he returned to the house he noticed the tools were taken. Police said the tools are valued at about $200. Anyone with information on the incident is being asked to contact the Kinnelon Police Department at 973-838-5400. In Other Arrests Twenty-three-year-old Jose A. Vargascastro, of Paterson, was arrested and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia after police said he was the passenger in a vehicle stopped on…

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