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Teaneck Decectives Nab Second Suspect in a String of “Gel pellet” Attacks

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Second Suspect Nabbed: Is Friday the 13th to Blame for Teaneck’s Gel Gun Crime Wave?

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Teaneck NJ, Teaneck residents are breathing a sigh of relief—but also asking questions—after a second juvenile was taken into custody in connection with a series of disturbing “gel pellet” attacks. The timing? Friday, March 13, 2026. While many believe Friday the 13th is a day of bad luck, for Teaneck detectives, it was the day they caught up with a second 17-year-old suspect linked to a string of drive-by shootings and a high-profile bias crime.

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Ridgewood Board of Education Meeting Monday, March 16th, 2026

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Ridgewood Board of Education Public Meeting

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Ridgewood NJ , the Ridgewood Board of Education will hold its next public meeting on Monday, March 16th, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Education Center, located at 49 Cottage Place, Ridgewood.

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Chairman of a Municipal TV Station Sues Montvale Mayor Over Blocked Facebook Account

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Can a Mayor Block You on Facebook? The First Amendment Lawsuit Shaking Montvale

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Montvale NJ, In an era where the “digital town square” has moved from physical steps to social media feeds, a high-stakes legal battle in Montvale, New Jersey, is raising a critical question: Do public officials have the right to silence dissenting voices on their official pages?

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Ridgewood Water kicks off a critical infrastructure project

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Construction Alert: Ridgewood Water Main Expansion Hits Glen Rock—What Residents Need to Know

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Ridgewood NJ, Commuters and residents near the Ridgewood-Glen Rock border should prepare for upcoming utility work as Ridgewood Water kicks off a critical infrastructure project. Starting next week, crews will begin connecting a local well to the Prospect PFAS Treatment Facility in Glen Rock.

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Why We Obsess Over the Bracket: The Ultimate Guide to March Madness 2026

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March Madness 2026 !

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New York NY, Every spring, millions of people—from die-hard basketball junkies to office workers who couldn’t name a single player—become obsessed with a 68-team grid. March Madness isn’t just a tournament; it’s a cultural phenomenon defined by “Cinderella” stories, heartbreaking buzzer-beaters, and the statistical impossibility of a perfect bracket.

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The ANCHOR Program On The Chopping Block

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Is Your Property Tax Relief Vanishing? New Stay NJ Cuts for 2026 Explained

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey homeowners are facing a major shift in property tax relief. As Governor Mikie Sherrill tackles a looming $1.7 billion structural deficit, the Stay NJ program—once promised as a massive windfall for seniors—is undergoing a significant “trimming.”

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Landmark NJ Ruling: Public Schools Now Liable for Employee Sexual Abuse

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Landmark Ruling: NJ Supreme Court Says Schools Can Be Held Liable for Sexual Abuse

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Trenton NJ, In a historic 6-1 decision, the New Jersey Supreme Court has shifted the landscape of student safety and institutional accountability. The court ruled on March 10 that public schools can now be held “vicariously liable” for acts of sexual abuse committed by employees—even when that abuse occurs outside the traditional scope of their professional duties.

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New Economic Data: Did the US Reduce Poverty Faster BEFORE the 1960s?

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The Surprising Truth About the ‘War on Poverty’: Is It Trapping Americans in a Permanent Underclass?

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Washington DC, When President Lyndon B. Johnson declared a “War on Poverty” in 1964, the goal was clear: give Americans a “hand up,” not a “handout.” But six decades and trillions of dollars later, a growing body of economic research suggests the results are far more complicated than a simple victory.

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Bad Luck on Friday the 13th? $16K Designer Heist Busted at Garden State Plaza

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The “Booster Bag” Fail: Two Arrested in Massive $17,000 Garden State Plaza Heist

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Paramus NJ, They say Friday the 13th is a day for bad luck, but for two alleged shoplifters at the Westfield Garden State Plaza, that superstition became a reality. What started as a high-stakes “designer heist” ended in handcuffs after Paramus police intercepted a vehicle packed with nearly $17,000 in stolen luxury goods.

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How Strategic Landscaping Design Creates Functional and Beautiful Outdoor Living Spaces

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Understanding the Purpose Behind Outdoor Planning

A yard can be much more than open space surrounding a home. When thoughtfully planned, it becomes an extension of everyday living. Outdoor environments can support relaxation, entertainment, and quiet reflection while also improving the overall visual appeal of a property. However, achieving this balance requires more than planting a few shrubs or installing a walkway.

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Municipal Taxes Jump in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood Tax Alert: 2026 Budget Introduced with 3.98% Increase—Here’s the Monthly Cost for Homeowners

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Village of Ridgewood has officially introduced its 2026 municipal budget, navigating what officials describe as an “especially tough” fiscal year. Driven largely by a massive spike in healthcare costs and emergency snow removal, the proposed budget includes a 3.98% tax levy increase over 2025.

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Investigation Underway After 21-Year-Old Found Dead in Fairview Apartment

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 Fairview Police and Bergen County Prosecutor Investigate Death on Fairview Avenue

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FAIRVIEW, NJ — A quiet neighborhood in Bergen County is at the center of a death investigation after a 21-year-old man was discovered deceased inside a Fairview Avenue residence late Wednesday night.

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Miracle Escape: Fair Lawn Rescue Squad Extricates Driver After Violent Rollover on Morlot Ave

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Trapped Driver Freed in Dramatic Rollover Crash on Morlot Ave: What Happened Friday Night

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Fair Lawn NJ, late Friday night, March 13, 2026, a quiet stretch of Morlot Avenue became the scene of a dramatic rescue operation. A Nissan Murano traveling eastbound lost control in the 3100 block, slamming into a parked Acura MDX with enough force to flip the SUV onto its roof.

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Netflix is Officially Hiring in NJ: How to Land a Role at the New Fort Monmouth Mega-Studio

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Netflix Kicks Off Hiring at Fort Monmouth as NJ’s Film & TV “Gold Rush” Begins

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Ridgewood NJ, Hollywood is no longer a cross-country flight away—it’s moving into the Garden State. From the historic streets of Paterson to the shores of Long Branch, New Jersey is undergoing a massive cinematic transformation. With billion-dollar investments from Netflix, Lionsgate, and Paramount, the “East Coast Hollywood” is officially open for business, and they are looking for local talent.

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Trump’s ‘Cubastroika’? Cuba Confirms High-Stakes Talks with U.S. for Historic Economic Deal

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Trump vs. Cuba: The Secret ‘Cubastroika’ Plan to Reopen the Island Revealed

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Miami Fla, The geopolitical landscape of the Caribbean is shifting. In a move that mirrors the fall of the Iron Curtain, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel confirmed on March 13, 2026, that his government is engaged in direct negotiations with the Trump administration.

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