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Route 3 eastbound lanes reopen in Clifton after repairs for grease spill accident

A dump truck then crashed in the same spot Thursday, spilling its load of gravel.

Tony Caputo

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Sep 5, 2025, 10:26 AM

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Updated 1 hr ago

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NJDOT says work continued through the morning commute, creating headaches for drivers.


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