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Kitten rescued from Newark highway during heat, shelter seeks donations

Volunteers from the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge rescued the kitten—now named Conan—after he was found trapped on Route 280.

News 12 Staff

Aug 14, 2025, 7:47 AM

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A Bergen County pet rescue is asking for donations after saving a kitten from a busy highway in Newark during Wednesday's heat.

Volunteers from the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge rescued the kitten—now named Conan—after he was found trapped on Route 280.

In honor of the rescue, the shelter says a donor is matching every dollar donated to its medical fund, up to $5,000.

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