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RAMSEY, N.J. — Emergency personnel from multiple departments responded Friday morning following reports of heavy smoke filling the interior of the ShopRite supermarket located in the Interstate Shopping Center on Route 17.
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photo of Cedar Hill Shopping Center, Wyckoff
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WYCKOFF, N.J. — A major police response behind the Cedar Hill Shopping Center ended after a juvenile admitted to making up a report about being attacked with a razor blade, according to the Wyckoff Police Department.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02) has led 18 of his House Republican colleagues in sending a formal letter to New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill, demanding full accountability after state officials admitted that approximately 6,600 non-citizens were registered to vote—and nearly 400 cast ballots—before the system failure was discovered.
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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — The Stable Art Gallery is hosting a solo exhibition featuring the work of New Jersey native Juliette Sandleitner. The featured collection highlights paintings inspired by Sandleitner’s keen observation of everyday life, capturing her personal experiences in France spanning from 2013 through 2026.
Continue reading New Jersey Artist Brings a Decade of French Life to Ridgewood Art Exhibition
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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Downtown Ridgewood is turning into an interactive treasure hunt this summer! The Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of Ridgewood Sale Days, featuring a town-wide “Where’s Waldo?” Scavenger Hunt running from Thursday, August 6 through Saturday, August 8.
Continue reading Ridgewood Sale Days Return: 18 Local Businesses Join Giant Waldo Scavenger Hunt
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RAMAPO, N.Y. — The Ramapo Police Department is requesting the public’s help to identify two e-bike motorcycle riders who engaged in dangerous driving behavior, blocked emergency responders, and fled from law enforcement.
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SADDLE RIVER, N.J. — The Saddle River Police Department has issued an urgent warning to local residents following a surge in fraudulent phone calls from scammers impersonating officials from the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office.
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TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Assemblyman Greg McGuckin (R-Ocean) is calling for criminal prosecutions and an immediate suspension of automatic voter registration at the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) following disclosures regarding non-citizen voter registrations in the state.
photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook
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PARAMUS, N.J. — First responders sprang into action Saturday afternoon following a multi-vehicle crash on Route 17 southbound near the Garden State Parkway interchange, leaving a passenger pinned and creating extensive traffic backups across central Bergen County.
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New York NY, Despite ongoing economic debate, recent economic indicators showcase an extraordinary record in the American labor market: weekly unemployment claims have dropped to levels not seen in over half a century.
photos courtesy of Bergen County Executive Tedesco
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Paramus NJ, To mark National Zookeeper Week, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco paid a special visit to the Bergen County Zoo to express deep gratitude to the animal care professionals and staff who work tirelessly year-round to keep the zoo’s wildlife safe, happy, and healthy.
Continue reading Cool Treats & Warm Thanks: How Bergen County Celebrated National Zookeeper Week
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Ridgewood NJ, If you’re planning to travel through downtown Ridgewood in late July, expect upcoming traffic detours. The County of Bergen is scheduled to pave a major stretch of Maple Avenue between Linwood Avenue and Franklin Avenue between Wednesday, July 29 and Friday, July 31.
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Paramus NJ, A routine surveillance operation turned into a chaotic scene at the Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey, after three suspects linked to high-end retail thefts rammed multiple patrol vehicles in a desperate attempt to evade arrest.
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Hackensack NJ, In a high-stakes situation where seconds mattered, members of the Hackensack Police Department demonstrated exceptional skill and calm under pressure, bringing a dangerous mental health crisis to a safe, peaceful resolution.
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Ridgewood NJ, The local business scene in Ridgewood, New Jersey, is entering an exciting new chapter—and local graphic designers, artists, and creative minds have a chance to leave a lasting mark on the community!
