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Is Your Tap Water Safe? Ridgewood Water Releases Results of 10,000+ Quality Tests

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Check Your Mailbox: Ridgewood Water Is Mailing Important 2026 Quality Updates to 4 NJ Towns

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Ridgewood NJ, If you are a Ridgewood Water customer, make sure to keep a close eye on your mailbox. Residents across four North Jersey municipalities will soon receive an important postcard detailing the newly released 2026 Annual Water Quality Report. This comprehensive public health document compiles and summarizes the data from more than 10,000 rigorous water quality tests conducted throughout the past year.

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Unconstitutional Overreach? Why NJ’s Controversial New Immigration Detention Tax Facing Supreme Court Backlash

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NJ Bill A4077 Taxing Federal Immigration Detention Centers Under Fire

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Trenton NJ, A fierce constitutional battle is brewing in Trenton after a controversial new bill aimed at for-profit operators of federal immigration detention centers advanced through the state legislature.

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NJBIA Slams Controversial Climate Superfund Act as ‘Worst Ever’ for Consumers, Warns of Aggressive Energy Price Spikes

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Business Hostility or Climate Fix? NJBIA Slams Controversial Climate Superfund Act as ‘Worst Ever’ for Consumers

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Trenton NJ, A massive legislative battle is brewing in Trenton after the Senate Budget Committee advanced the controversial Climate Superfund Act (also known as the Polluters Pay Act).

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Hawthorne Man Arrested After Multi-Agency Bergen County Child Sexual Assault Investigation

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Bergen County Police Arrest Sex Offender Following Alleged Assaults on Minor in Mahwah

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Mahwah NJ, A multi-agency law enforcement investigation in Bergen County has resulted in the arrest of a Hawthorne, New Jersey man on multiple severe felony charges, including the sexual assault of a minor and violating sex offender registration laws.

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Garfield Man Arrested After Investigation Uncovers Assault on Three Children in Bergen County

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Garfield, NJ Man Charged with Child Endangerment & Aggravated Assault

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Garfield NJ, A joint investigation by local police and county detectives has culminated in the arrest of a Garfield, New Jersey man on severe child abuse and assault charges.

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Vote Early Vote Often: PA Woman Pleads Guilty to Election Fraud in NJ-PA Double Voting Case

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 A Tale of Two Ballots: How a 2024 Double-Voting Scheme Spanning NJ and PA Unraveled

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Ridgewood NJ, A high-profile interstate election fraud case has concluded with a federal guilty plea, highlighting the ongoing efforts of local and federal law enforcement to protect ballot integrity.

A 40-year-old Philadelphia resident has officially pleaded guilty to one count of voting more than once in a federal election. The case, which spanned across state lines between northern New Jersey and southeastern Pennsylvania, involved casting multiple ballots during the 2024 presidential election.

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NJ School Budget Crisis: Why Falling Enrollment & Overhiring Sparked Mass Layoffs

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A devastating fiscal crisis is sweeping through New Jersey public schools, forcing boards of education to make painful staff cuts, eliminate vital programs, and reduce critical student support services

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Hackensack NJ, At recent school board meetings across the state, the emotional toll of these decisions has taken center stage. Long-time educators, special education paraprofessionals, and support staff are pleading for their livelihoods. Unfortunately, these structural budget deficits mean that widespread layoffs are already underway.

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Midnight Trespasser Rescued by Boat from Fair Lawn Pool

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Stranded at Dawn: Midnight Trespasser Rescued by Boat from Fair Lawn Pool—Because He Couldn’t Swim

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Fair Lawn NJ, Imagine sneaking into a public pool under the cover of darkness, successfully making it to the diving platform in the dead center, and then realizing one major detail: you don’t know how to swim.

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Protecting Your Home: Preparing for New Arrivals

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Bringing a new baby home is one of life’s most exciting moments. Amid the joy and anticipation, there’s also a long to-do list, and at the top of it is ensuring your home is a safe, welcoming environment. Preparing your space goes beyond just decorating a nursery; it involves looking at your home from a new perspective to identify and address potential hazards. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to protect your home and prepare for your new arrival.

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Why Buying Attached Often Beats Renting Long-Term

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Renting feels easy right up until the day the lease renews with another increase tacked on. No equity, no control, and a landlord who can change the terms whenever the market shifts. Compare that to attached-home ownership, and the math starts looking very different once you actually run the numbers over several years instead of one.

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Ready to Scale? 10 Actionable Strategies to Grow Your Business

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Scaling a company is a significant transition for any business owner. It represents the shift from establishing a proof of concept to building a sustainable organization that can operate efficiently at a larger size. While growth is a common goal, the execution requires discipline, foresight, and a willingness to change how you manage daily operations. Moving from a small team to a larger organization involves more than just hiring more people or increasing sales efforts. It demands a systematic review of how your business generates value and how it delivers that value to customers.

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Ultimate Road Trip Preparation Checklist for Adventure Travelers Guide

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A successful road trip begins long before the engine starts. Careful planning helps travelers avoid delays, discomfort, and unexpected breakdowns while maximizing freedom on the open road. Whether the journey involves mountains, deserts, coastlines, or remote backroads, preparation ensures safety and enjoyment. From mapping routes and organizing gear to understanding vehicle limits and travel timing, every detail matters. Adventure travelers benefit most when their checklist is structured, practical, and flexible enough to handle changing conditions along the way.

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What Is Estate Planning and Why It Matters

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Estate planning is often perceived as a task reserved solely for the wealthy, but in reality, it is a vital process for anyone who wishes to secure their family’s future and protect their hard-earned assets. At its core, estate planning is the formal arrangement of how your assets and responsibilities will be managed after your death or in the event of your incapacitation. A well-organized plan ensures your specific wishes are honored, providing clarity for your loved ones during what is often a challenging and emotional time.

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2 Dogs Saved as Firefighters Battle Rapidly Spreading Blaze on Veterans Drive in Wood-Ridge

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2 Dogs Rescued as Car Fire Explodes Into Wood-Ridge Structure Fire: Massive Multi-Agency Response Saves the Day

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Wood-ridge NJ, What started as a routine car fire quickly escalated into an emergency situation in Bergen County this afternoon, triggering a massive response from local first responders.

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Millburn Deli Comes to Ridgewood

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New Jersey’s Iconic Millburn Deli Just Opened Its First Bergen County Location in Ridgewood—And the Sandwiches Are Massive

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Ridgewood NJ, Bergen County foodies, rejoice! One of New Jersey’s most legendary sandwich shops has officially crossed county lines to bring its famous overstuffed creations to a brand-new neighborhood.

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