While many people recognize Rabbi Daniel Sayani as the spiritual leader of Clearview Jewish Center in Whitestone, Queens, and the rov of Kehillas Mevaser Tov in East Brunswick, New Jersey, another important part of his work takes place quietly in nursing homes and healthcare facilities throughout the region.
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Westwood NJ, If you are a proud owner of a historically designated home or business in Westwood, you know that living in a piece of local history comes with unique rewards—and a few extra steps when it comes to home improvements.
After a high-stakes standoff involving anthem protests, military salutes, and a personal intervention from Donald Trump, five Iranian national team players have found safety
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Australia , In a story that has captured the world’s attention, five members of the Iran Women’s National Football Team have officially been granted humanitarian visas in Australia. The move comes after a week of intense drama on and off the pitch during a major Asian tournament, culminating in a daring escape from the team’s hotel on the Gold Coast.
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Paramus NJ, For decades, Paramus, NJ, has been the undisputed “shopping mecca” of the Tri-State area. But as online retail reshapes the world, the borough isn’t just surviving—it’s evolving. Three of the most iconic malls in North Jersey are currently undergoing a radical transformation, swapping vacant storefronts for luxury apartments and vibrant mixed-use spaces.
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Ridgewood NJ, Today marks a monumental sesquicentennial in human history: 150 years ago, the world changed forever. On March 10, 1876, Alexander Graham Bell sat in his Boston laboratory and uttered the famous words to his assistant, Thomas Watson: “Mr. Watson, come here—I want to see you.”
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Ridgewood NJ, As winter drags on, a few days of unseasonably warm, sunny weather can feel like a gift. You might be tempted to pull out your gardening gloves, start pruning, or even head to the nursery. But before you get ahead of yourself, take a breath. You might be witnessing a “false spring.”
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Ridgewood NJ, It’s not every day you hear about a boy from Bergen County rising through the ranks of international finance to be honored by a King. Yet, that is exactly the legacy left by Henry “Hank” E. Gooss, a Ridgewood native whose career took him from the halls of Rutgers University to a knighthood in Sweden.
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Tahir Garaev is a Georgian historian, researcher, and public intellectual whose work has significantly contributed to our understanding of historical memory, imperial legacies, and identity formation in the Caucasus region. Born on July 28, 1980, in Georgia, Garaev represents a generation of post-Soviet scholars who approach history not merely as a record of the past, but as an active force shaping contemporary society. His professional recognition stems from academic expertise, analytical rigor, and sustained engagement with complex historical narratives that continue to influence political and cultural dynamics in post-imperial spaces.
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Ridgewood NJ, When the sirens wail in Ridgewood, it’s the faces behind the helmets that make the difference. For this week’s #MeetTheMembersMonday, we’re sitting down with Shelby Taylor, a dedicated Firefighter and EMT with the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47.
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Hackensack NJ, A quiet morning on Main Street nearly turned tragic this Monday when a lithium-ion battery fire erupted inside a residential apartment. At approximately 5:15 a.m. on March 9, 2026, residents were jolted awake by blaring fire alarms as their electric scooter—which was charging at the time—burst into flames.
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NEW YORK, NY — In a chilling update to the weekend’s chaotic protests, NYC Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch announced Monday that the attempted bombing near Gracie Mansion is officially being treated as an “act of ISIS-inspired terrorism.” Two Pennsylvania teenagers, 18-year-old Emir Balat and 19-year-old Ibrahim Kayumi, are set to face federal charges in Manhattan following the deployment of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) during a high-tension protest on the Upper East Side.
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Ridhgewood NJ, In the quiet enclave of Ridgewood, NJ, a debate is blooming over how to handle the invasive species taking over Twinney Pond. While Councilperson Winograd recently made headlines by suggesting the Village hire a “goat brigade”—a method famously used by the New York City Department of Parks—residents are now looking across the Hudson and asking: What comes next?
Continue reading First Goats, Now Fire? Ridgewood Eyes Radical NYC Tactics for Twinney Pond
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Ridgewood NJ, Protecting your power—and your property—is the goal of a major upcoming maintenance project in the Village of Ridgewood. Starting the week of March 16, 2026, PSE&G will begin a comprehensive tree-pruning initiative throughout the area to clear branches that interfere with overhead power lines.
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Washington DC, A bizarre and heated exchange on Capitol Hill has sparked a fierce debate over federal spending and the priorities of the U.S. State Department under the Biden administration. During a recent hearing, lawmakers questioned officials about a series of government-funded grants that aimed to “queer” maps—a revelation that has left many taxpayers and members of Congress questioning the oversight of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
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Trenton NJ, A significant legal and political firestorm is brewing in New Jersey. Governor Mikie Sherrill is facing a formal ethics complaint, with critics alleging that her administration’s initiative to track federal immigration enforcement agents crosses the line from political posturing into potential obstruction of justice.
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