The town of Fair Lawn in Bergen County is home to a large population from Russia and other former Soviet republics. Many Ukrainians there say they feel the support of their Russian neighbors. But as some residents fear for loved ones trapped in the war, others are contending with family and friends in Russia who don’t believe a war is even happening.
Trauma for Ukrainians, Russians in NJ amid news — and misinformation
One Fair Lawn resident produces a TV show aimed at telling the truth about events in Ukraine
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Joanna Gagis joined the NJ Spotlight News team in 2018. As a Senior Correspondent, her coverage includes education, health care, the environment, New Jersey politics and more.