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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Calling all volunteers! It’s time to roll up your sleeves and show some love to our beautiful community. The Friends of Ho-Ho-Kus, in partnership with the Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus Shade Tree & Beautification Committee, is thrilled to announce the 6th Annual Litter Clean-Up in celebration of Earth Day.
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Ridgewood NJ, With the arrival of warmer weather, the Village of Ridgewood is seeing more families and young riders on the road than ever before. To ensure everyone stays safe and informed, the Ridgewood Police Department has officially launched “Bicycle Junction,” an engaging 12-part video series designed for riders of all ages.
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WALDWICK, NJ — A swift response by the Waldwick Volunteer Fire Department (WFD) prevented a potentially serious situation this afternoon on Franklin Turnpike.
At approximately 5:14 p.m., the WFD received a report of smoke filling the second floor of a local office building. Given the location and the time of day, crews moved quickly to secure the scene and ensure the safety of any remaining occupants.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The next generation of first responders got a taste of the action this week as Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 hosted its annual “Take Your Children to Work Day.” It was far from a typical day at the office. While many children spend the day shadowing their parents in cubicles or meetings, the children of Ridgewood’s bravest traded pens for nozzles, experiencing firsthand what it takes to protect the Village.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Local government got a youthful makeover this week as the Village of Ridgewood hosted its annual Bring Your Child to Work Day. The event offered young residents a rare “all-access pass” to see exactly what goes into keeping one of Bergen County’s most vibrant communities running smoothly.
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Hackensack NJ, A routine evening at the Hackensack Ice House nearly turned tragic on April 22nd when a goalie collapsed mid-game. What followed was a masterclass in emergency response, proving that when seconds count, the combination of bystander intervention and professional expertise is the ultimate lifeline.
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TEANECK, NJ — Authorities in Teaneck are calling on the public for assistance following a sophisticated spree of vehicle burglaries that took place in the early morning hours of April 22, 2026. Detectives report that over a dozen vehicles were targeted, with thieves focusing on a specific and costly automotive component: airbags.
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NEWARK, N.J. — Federal authorities have announced one of the largest narcotics seizures in the history of the state following a massive raid in Passaic County. Nankel Stuardo Solorzano, 46, of Clifton, New Jersey, now faces life in prison after law enforcement uncovered a staggering “stash” of deadly drugs and high-powered weaponry.
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River Edge NJ, This spring, step back in time and witness the seasonal rebirth of the Hackensack River valley. On Sunday, April 26, 2026, the Bergen County Historical Society invites you to Chwame Gischuch: Under the Shad Moon, an immersive cultural event at Historic New Bridge Landing.
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Ridgewood NJ, Tomorrow, Friday, April 24, 2026, marks Arbor Day—a day that stands apart from all other holidays. While most celebrations look back at history, Arbor Day looks forward. By planting and caring for trees today, we ensure clean air, cooling shade, and vital habitats for generations of Ridgewood residents to come.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A fresh environmental movement is taking root across the Ridgewood Public School District, led by a generation of students committed to restoring the local ecosystem.
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Hackensack NJ, The search for a missing Hudson County college student has come to a somber conclusion. Officials confirmed Wednesday that the body of 20-year-old Emilio Acosta was recovered from the Hackensack River in Secaucus last week.
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Cupertino, California, When Steve Jobs passed away in 2011, the tech world was convinced Apple’s “Golden Age” was over. The conventional wisdom was blunt: you don’t replace a once-in-a-generation visionary. You don’t follow the man who turned a struggling computer company into a cultural juggernaut.
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Quinton Township NJ, After 45 years of mystery, a “John Doe” discovered in a shallow grave in Salem County finally has a name. But while the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) now know who he was, they still don’t know who killed him.
