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Tonight in Ridgewood: Join a Nationwide, 50-State Historic Reading of the Declaration of Independence

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Sharing the Spirit of America: Ridgewood Public Library Hosts Nationwide Historic Reading Tonight

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Ridgewood NJ, History is coming alive in Bergen County tonight. The Ridgewood Public Library invites community members to gather and participate in a massive, nationwide event commemorating the 250th anniversary of the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence.

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Hackensack SWAT Raid Uncovers Park-Side Drug Operation and a Shotgun Stolen 30 Years Ago

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Hackensack SWAT Raid Exposes Drug Operation; Stolen 1995 Shotgun Recovered

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Hackensack NJ, A routine search warrant executed by a regional SWAT team in Hackensack, NJ, led to the arrest of a local man and the recovery of a firearm that had been missing for over three decades.

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Hackensack: City Officials Break Silence on Federal ICE Raids Near Local Market

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Hackensack Officials Address ICE Operations and 24 Detentions Near Hackensack Market

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Hackensack NJ, Local leadership has issued a public statement following multi-day federal law enforcement operations in Hackensack, NJ, that resulted in the detention of nearly two dozen individuals.

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Saddle Brook Police Officer Charged After Allegedly Striking Suspect with Gun and Turning Off Body Cam

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Saddle Brook Police Officer Arrested Following Use-of-Force Investigation

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Saddle  Brook NJ, A Saddle Brook police officer faces multiple criminal charges following an internal use-of-force investigation in Bergen County, New Jersey.

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Debate Intensifies: Historic NJ Church-to-Mosque Conversion in Upper Saddle River Delayed Again

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Upper Saddle River Mosque Hearing Postponed a Second Time Amid Local Debate

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A highly anticipated Planning Board hearing regarding the conversion of a historic Upper Saddle River landmark into a mosque has been delayed once again.

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Contaminated Soil Removal at Ridgewood’s Schedler Property Hit with Rain Delay

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Ridgewood’s Schedler Property Soil Cleanup Delayed by Weather and Permits

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Ridgewood NJ, Efforts to remove thousands of tons of contaminated soil from the historic Zabriskie-Schedler property in Ridgewood, NJ, have hit an unexpected roadblock. What was originally slated as a swift, six-week, $1.7 million remediation project is now facing ongoing delays due to a combination of bureaucratic paperwork and heavy rain.

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The Popcorn is Still Popping: Westwood Cinemas Sets the Record Straight on Closure Rumors

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Westwood Cinemas Addresses Closure Rumors: “We Have No Intention to Close”

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Westwood NJ, If you have heard rumors circulating about the future of Westwood Cinemas in Westwood, NJ, the hometown staple has an official message for the community: The doors are wide open, and they plan to keep it that way.

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66-Year-Old Man Survives Near-Drowning After Medical Crisis at Teaneck Community Pool

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Miracle on July 4th: Lifeguards and First Responders Save Unresponsive Man at Teaneck Pool

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Teaneck NJ, A celebratory Independence Day weekend nearly turned tragic on Saturday, July 4, if not for the heroic and coordinated actions of local lifeguards and emergency personnel.

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Bergen County Paving Alert: Massive Traffic Delays Expected on Maple Avenue Starting July 13th

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Bergen County Paving Alert: Expect Heavy Traffic Delays on Maple Avenue (July 13–23)

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GLEN ROCK, NJ — Commuters who frequent the borders of Glen Rock, Ridgewood, and Ho-Ho-Kus need to prepare for significant travel disruptions later this month.

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Why Bee Swarms Are Appearing Earlier This Year, and What Homeowners Should Know Across the U.S.

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Each spring, homeowners across the United States begin noticing increased bee activity around their properties. This year, however, reports of swarms have arrived noticeably earlier in many regions, catching residents by surprise. While it can be tempting to search for bee extermination services the moment a cluster appears, understanding why swarms occur, and how to respond appropriately, can help protect both your family and these vital pollinators. Climate patterns, warmer winters, and shifting flowering seasons are all contributing to changes in bee behaviour, making it more important than ever for homeowners to recognize the difference between a harmless swarm and a colony that requires professional attention.

Rather than indicating an increase in aggressive bee populations, early swarming is often a sign that colonies are thriving after favorable winter conditions. Knowing what attracts bees, why they swarm, and when professional intervention is necessary can help homeowners make informed decisions that protect both their property and the environment.

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Protecting Your Small Business from Payment Fraud

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For small business owners, every sale is a victory. But with the rise of digital commerce, the risk of payment fraud looms larger than ever, threatening to turn those victories into costly losses. Fraudulent transactions not only drain your revenue but can also damage your reputation and lead to higher processing fees. Understanding the threats and implementing strong defenses is no longer optional; it’s a critical part of running a successful business.

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Car ‘Catapults’ Off Route 17 Into Second Floor of a Mahwah Building; Teen Charged with DWI

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Car ‘Catapults’ Off Route 17 into Second Floor of Mahwah Building; Teen Driver Charged with DWI

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MAHWAH, NJ — A harrowing midnight crash on a major Bergen County highway left local authorities stunned after a vehicle literally went airborne, slamming directly into the second story of a commercial structure.

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Severe Storm Sends Tree Crashing Onto SUV on Route 208 in Wyckoff, Hospitalizing Two

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Severe Bergen County Storms Send Tree Crashing Onto Car on Route 208; Two Hospitalized

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WYCKOFF, NJ — Mother Nature dealt a violent blow to Bergen County over the weekend, leaving behind a trail of property damage and a terrifying highway accident that sent two people to the hospital.

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Jersey Mike’s Going Public: Inside the Sandwich Giant’s Aggressive Plan to Open 15,000 Global Stores

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Jersey Mike’s Officially Files for an IPO

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Ridgewood NJ, The rumors are officially reality: Jersey Mike’s is bringing “A Sub Above” to the New York Stock Exchange.

The beloved fast-casual sandwich giant has officially filed for an initial public offering (IPO), intending to trade under the ticker symbol “JMKE”. Driven by massive growth and heavy institutional backing, the Jersey Shore-born brand is ready to let the public buy a piece of its sandwich empire.

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New Safety Barriers Coming to Ridgewood’s Hudson Street Parking Garage This Week

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Ridgewood Announces Safety Upgrades and Temporary Closures at Hudson Street Parking Garage

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Driver and pedestrian safety is getting a proactive upgrade in the Village of Ridgewood. According to an announcement from Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark, a new infrastructure project is scheduled to begin this week at one of the town’s central parking structures.

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