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Ridgewood NJ, The landscape of the Garden State is about to look a lot different—and much more connected. At a standing-room-only event in Newark, NJ TRANSIT officially signaled to the world that it is open for business.
photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page
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Ridgewood NJ, A potentially devastating house fire was quickly contained Tuesday morning, May 5, 2026, thanks to the rapid intervention of the Ridgewood Fire Department.
photos courtesy of the Rutherford Fire Department
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Rutherford NJ, A Tuesday morning commute took an unexpected turn in Rutherford, New Jersey, when a vehicle veered off the road and struck a local building.
Continue reading Morning Crash in Rutherford: Vehicle Strikes Building at 1 Orient Way
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Ridgewood NJ, History is coming alive in Ridgewood—with a lethal twist. In celebration of America250, the Ridgewood Historical Society is inviting the community to trade their 2026 routines for a night of 18th-century intrigue.
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Bergenfield NJ, A Sunday morning shopping trip turned into a violent encounter for a River Edge resident at a local Walgreens. At approximately 8:30 a.m. on May 3, Bergenfield police responded to a reported carjacking at 406 South Washington Avenue, where an 80-year-old woman was targeted while sitting in her vehicle.
Continue reading Bravery and Arrest: 80-Year-Old Woman Fights Off Carjacker at Bergenfield Walgreens
Photos courtesy of Woodlands Wildlife Refuge
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Oakland NJ, For weeks, the Lim family of Oakland, New Jersey, captivated the community with footage of a mother black bear and her four cubs “denning” comfortably under their home. But when the family moved on in late April, a heartbreaking discovery was made: two of the cubs had been left behind.
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Washington DC, In a landmark decision that has sent shockwaves through Washington, the U.S. Supreme Court recently struck down the practice of racial gerrymandering. By narrowing the interpretation of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, the Court’s 6-3 ruling in Louisiana v. Callais (April 2026) effectively ends the requirement for “majority-minority” districts—a move that could fundamentally reshape the American political map.
ESPN host Stephen A. Smith says that black voters in the U.S. should vote for the GOP in the next election.
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Ridgewood NJ, A long-standing pillar of American politics is beginning to crumble. Recent data and the 2024 election results have confirmed a trend that legacy media is only now beginning to acknowledge: a generational and structural decoupling of Black identity from Democratic Party loyalty.
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Trenton NJ, We’ve all seen the movie before: a Republican candidate looks unstoppable heading into Election Day. The polls are solid, the messaging is sharp, and the base is energized. Then the results come in, and—somehow—they lose.
Continue reading Cliff Maloney’s “Run Right”: The Ground-Game Strategy That Secured 400+ Victories
As cryptocurrencies gain popularity worldwide, more and more investors are beginning to focus on how to earn stable passive income without the need for expensive equipment or specialized skills.
Recently, UK-based cloud computing platform FTMining officially launched a new “free cloud mining service,” specifically designed for holders of major cryptocurrencies such as BTC, ETH, XRP and DOGE, offering users a new zero-barrier opportunity to participate in cryptocurrency mining.
Opening your monthly utility bill shouldn’t be a source of anxiety. Yet, as energy costs continue to climb, many homeowners find themselves searching for reliable ways to lower their expenses. The good news is that reducing your home’s energy consumption is entirely within your control.
Continue reading Energy-Saving Habits That Actually Make a Difference
Finding the perfect pair of glasses is an important personal journey. Your eyewear is a practical medical technology and a giant fashion accessory. The selection of the correct pair will totally change your image on a daily basis and increase your overall confidence. There are so many great choices out there today that making the right choice seems completely daunting. A little knowledge about some of the simplest rules of styling will enable you to discover the absolute best fit of your everyday needs without any problems.
Continue reading How To Choose Eyeglass Frames That Match Your Face Shape And Daily Lifestyle
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Mahwah NJ, A quiet Sunday evening at Continental Soldiers Park turned into a terrifying ordeal when a young boy was attacked by a beaver. On May 3, around 6:00 p.m., Mahwah police responded to Lake Henry following reports that a wild animal had charged a child.
Continue reading Terrifying Beaver Attack: 8-Year-Old Boy Bitten While Fishing at Bergen County Park
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Apline NJ, A Sunday evening search for a missing woman ended in heartbreak at the Palisades Interstate Parkway. On May 3, authorities confirmed that a 35-year-old Brooklyn woman passed away following a devastating fall at the State Line Lookout in Alpine, New Jersey.
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Jersey City NJ, New Jersey is officially rolling out the red carpet for the world’s most innovative companies. Starting May 4, 2026, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) and SOSA are launching the NJ BASE (New Jersey Business Acceleration and Soft-Landing Ecosystem) Business Immersion Program.
