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Floodwater Rescue Traps Drivers in Glen Rock and Fair Lawn as Severe Storms Submerge Route 208

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High Water Heroics: Dramatic Rescues & Flash Floods Submerge Bergen County Roads

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Glen Rock NJ, A severe summer storm pounded North Jersey on Friday evening, August 7, 2026, unleashing torrential downpours that quickly turned roadways into dangerous rivers. The sudden deluge triggered widespread flash flooding across Bergen County, requiring emergency water rescues, closing major highways like Route 208, and leaving brand-new vehicles submerged.

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60 MPH Gusts & Mass Power Outages: Severe Storms Leave 30,000+ NJ Residents in the Dark

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Severe Storms Slam New Jersey: Tens of Thousands Lose Power as Downed Trees Shut Down Ridgewood Roads

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Ridgewood NJ, A powerful line of severe thunderstorms swept through New Jersey on Friday, August 7, packing 60 mph wind gusts that brought down trees, tore down power lines, and left tens of thousands of homes and businesses without electricity across the Garden State.

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Friday Morning Crash Sends Car into Chestnut Street Building in Ridgewood

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Two-Vehicle Collision Forces Car into Chestnut Street Building in Downtown Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, A Friday morning two-vehicle collision in downtown Ridgewood, New Jersey, resulted in one car striking a mixed-use commercial building on Chestnut Street.

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Upper Saddle River Shooting: Major Law Enforcement Response Triggers Investigation

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Heavy SWAT Presence in Upper Saddle River Following Shooting on Hidden Glen Road

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Upper Saddle River NJ, A major police presence responded to a quiet neighborhood in Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, on Friday afternoon following reports of gunfire directed at a residence.

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How cryptocurrency holders can use shrminer to explore more income opportunities and easily Easily achieve a 4% daily increase in your digital assets

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SHR Miner, a leading global provider of cloud mining solutions, has announced a major expansion of its AI-driven platform, which is designed to offer cryptocurrency investors stable passive income. With over 5.5 million registered members worldwide, SHR Miner is setting new benchmarks for convenience, transparency, and profitability in the cloud mining industry.

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Catch Late Summer Savings: Grab Your Discounted Graydon Pool Pass Today!

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Save Big on Late Summer Fun: Graydon Pool Offers Reduced Membership Rates!

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Ridgewood NJ, Summer isn’t over yet! Beat the late-August heat and soak up the sun at Graydon Pool at a discounted rate. Whether you want to splash with the family or relax poolside, now is the perfect time to grab your end-of-season membership badge and make the most of the remaining warm days.

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NJ Taxpayers On the Hook for Gov. Phil Murphy’s $135K Official Portrait

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$135,000 for a Painting? Outrage Grows Over Gov. Phil Murphy’s Official Portrait Cost

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey taxpayers are footing the bill for Governor Phil Murphy’s official Statehouse portrait, and the six-figure price tag is raising eyebrows across the state.

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Over 100 Gather at Market Street Bridge to Honor Garfield Students Swept Away in Passaic River

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Community Unites to Mourn Two 10-Year-Old Garfield Students Lost in Passaic River Tragedy

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Garfield NJ, More than 100 community members gathered near the Market Street Bridge on Sunday to honor the lives of two 10-year-old playmates, Michael “Mikey” Robert Klenk Jr. and Milian “Millie” Dula, who tragically drowned after being swept away by strong currents in the Passaic River.

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Ridgewood Taxpayers on the Hook Again? Ridgewood Considers $375K Extension for Historic Warner Theater Purchase

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Clock Ticks on Warner Theater Purchase: Ridgewood Village Council to Vote on $375K Option Extension

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Ridgewood NJ, The Village of Ridgewood is preparing to vote on a supplemental bond ordinance that would appropriate $375,000 to extend an option agreement to purchase the historic Warner Theater.

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Goodbye Artificial Dyes: WK Kellogg Speeds Up Major Recipe Shakeup Across All Cereal Lineups

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WK Kellogg Co Accelerates Major Recipe Change: Artificial Colors and BHT Removed Ahead of Schedule

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Ridgewood NJ, Breakfast aisles are getting a major natural upgrade—and it’s arriving sooner than expected. WK Kellogg Co announced an accelerated timeline to completely eliminate artificial colors and the preservative BHT across its entire North American cereal lineup and packaging. Originally targeted for a later deadline, the transition will now be complete a full year ahead of schedule.

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Two Arrested at Garden State Plaza in Paramus After East Coast Retail Fraud Investigation

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Major Identity Theft Bust at Garden State Plaza: Two Arrested in Multi-State Retail Fraud Scheme

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Paramus NJ, A routine merchandise return at Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey, led to the dismantling of a multi-state retail fraud operation. Two men from the Bronx face multiple charges after Paramus police uncovered an identity theft scheme targeting Nordstrom locations across the East Coast.

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Suspected Shooter and 3 Accomplices In Custody After North Arlington Double Homicide

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4 Arrested in Connection to Fatal North Arlington Double Homicide Investigation

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North Arlington NJ, Four individuals have been arrested in connection with the fatal July 19 shooting that claimed the lives of two men near the border of North Arlington and Kearny, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced.

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Major GWB Detours Ahead: Center Avenue Bridge Construction Starts Aug. 14

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Major Traffic and Pedestrian Detours Begin Aug. 14 for Center Avenue Bridge Rehabilitation in Fort Lee

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Fort Lee NJ, Starting Friday, August 14, motorists and pedestrians in Fort Lee should prepare for extended travel delays and detours as the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey begins major rehabilitation work on the northbound Center Avenue bridge over the George Washington Bridge (GWB) approach.

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“Tell Them To Have Their Guns Ready”: Threat Call Triggers Police Response at Valley Hospital

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Hackensack Man Arrested at Valley Hospital Following Violent Phone Threats

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Paramus NJ, A 44-year-old Hackensack man is in custody after allegedly making violent threats to The Valley Hospital in Paramus, triggering an immediate law enforcement response on Tuesday morning, August 4.

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Top Trends in Bathroom Design for a Modern Home

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A bathroom should be more than a place for quick daily tasks. It can also be a calm space where people relax, get ready, and enjoy a little privacy. Modern bathroom design now focuses on comfort, simple style, and smart use of space.

Homeowners are choosing clean lines, natural materials, useful storage, and better lighting. Many are also adding features that save water and make daily routines easier. Whether you plan a full remodel or a few small updates, the right design choices can make the bathroom feel fresh, modern, and more comfortable.

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