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What Every Homeowner Should Know Before Winter Hits

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The first freezing nights often catch homeowners off guard. Heating systems that worked fine last year suddenly struggle, drafts appear in unexpected places, and energy bills climb faster than expected. For many families, the real problems only become clear when the temperature drops, leaving little time to react. Preparing your home before winter sets in is one of the smartest steps you can take. A little attention now helps prevent costly emergencies, saves money, and ensures your family stays comfortable.

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Creating a Comfortable Home Office Without Wasting Energy

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Working from home has become the new normal for millions of people, but many still face a common problem: staying comfortable without watching their energy bills climb higher every month. Heating and cooling costs are already the largest portion of most households’ energy use, and spending long hours at home only adds to the strain. The challenge is clear. People want a home office that feels productive, cozy, and healthy, but they don’t want to waste energy in the process.

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State of Emergency Forces Cancellation of Ridgewood Oktoberfest – Huge Thanks to the BEST Community!

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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood, community woke up to disappointing news today: the Ridgewood Oktoberfest has been officially canceled due to the ongoing state of emergency. The severe weather conditions and focus on public safety have regrettably made it impossible to host the popular fall festival.

While the cancellation is a letdown for attendees, the organizers wanted to share a massive thank you to the heart of the event: the local small businesses and devoted residents.

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Huge Win for Youth Ministry! Ridgewood’s Our Lady of Mount Carmel Earns Prestigious St. Carlo Acutis Award

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NJ Parish Honored for Unwavering Dedication to Young People and Digital Evangelization

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Ridgewood NJ, the community of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Ridgewood, NJ, is celebrating a significant honor! The parish has been selected by the Archdiocese of Newark to receive the inaugural St. Carlo Acutis Award, recognizing their exceptional dedication to youth ministry and Catholic evangelization.

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The Village of Ridgewood Manager Rolls Out, “The Manager’s Fact Check Friday”

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Ridgewood NJ, Village Manager Keith Kazmark announces “his Truth” on Facebook  in a new post ,”The Manager’s Fact Check Friday”. Kazmark rattles off a series of issues impacting the Village and attempts to shed light on the Village’s current position. When the Village had vigorous public debate on issues this type of thing would not be necessary, but over the last 20 plus years  public debate has been severely curtailed.
 The Village Manager feels the councils point of view needs to be disseminated and reiterated on social media.

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In Observance of Columbus Day, all Village Offices and Departments will be closed on Monday, October 13th

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Ridgewood NJ, in observance of Columbus Day, all Village offices and departments (except emergency services) will be closed on Monday, October 13. There will be no garbage collection or recycling pickup, and the Recycling Center also will be closed. Enjoy the long weekend!

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$290,000 in Unpaid Tolls! NJ Bus Company Owner Charged with Massive Theft of Services

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Bayonne Executive Indicted After Allegedly Racking Up Over 7,000 Toll Violations

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New Jersey authorities have delivered a powerful message to those who try to cheat the system, announcing an indictment against a bus company and its owner for allegedly accumulating a staggering $290,000 in unpaid tolls.

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Antisemitism or Random Attack? Bergenfield Rabbi Assault Spurs Urgent Debate on Hate Crime

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NJ Community Demands Answers After Violent Assault on Teaneck Rabbi

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Bergenfield NJ, a violent weekend assault on a local rabbi in Bergenfield, New Jersey, has ignited a passionate debate across the community: Was this a terrifying random act of violence or a chilling instance of rabid antisemitism?

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Racketeering, Extortion, and Re-Election? Poker Playing Councilman Indicted on 18 Felony Charges

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Prospect Park Council President Anand Shah Faces Massive Legal Turmoil Ahead of Election Day

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Prospect Park NJ, the political world in Prospect Park, NJ, has been rocked by an explosive 78-page indictment against Council President Anand Shah. Shah, a sitting Democrat nearing the end of his third term, is now facing 18 serious charges, including multiple counts of money laundering and racketeering in the first degree.

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Man Convicted in Fort Lee Stabbing

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Fort Lee NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the conviction of FREDDY PINA of Fort Lee, NJ in connection with a stabbing committed on August 5, 2023. After a two-week trial that began on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, before the Honorable Christopher R. Kazlau, J.S.C. in Bergen County Superior Court, the defendant was found guilty. Sentencing is scheduled for Friday, December 12, 2025.

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Is Obamacare Finally Collapsing? Skyrocketing Premiums & Taxpayer Subsidies Exposed in Budget Fight

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The “Affordable Care Act” Under Fire: Was It Always a Financial Scam?

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Ridgewood NJ, the recent budget shutdown debate in Washington has done more than just halt government services; it has ripped the cover off what critics are calling the “financial sham” of Obamacare, officially known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA). While former President Obama and his allies hailed the ACA as his “greatest achievement,” the latest data on health care costs and skyrocketing premiums suggests a starkly different reality for American taxpayers.

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Remembering a Patriot: Paramus Vigil Honors Slain Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk

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Community Gathers to Honor the Founder of Turning Point USA

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Paramus NJ, the nation is still reeling from the tragic loss of conservative thought leader and activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University (UVU). Tonight, the community in Paramus, New Jersey, is gathering to pay tribute to his life and legacy.

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Ridgewood Street Upgrades Complete Just in Time for November Vote!

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The Timing Tactic: Ridgewood Street Paving Sparks Political Debate

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Ridgewood NJ, just as the crisp fall weather settles in and ballots are being prepared, the Village of Ridgewood, NJ is sporting some freshly paved streets! Taking advantage of the mild weather, the Village completed several key paving projects and sidewalk installations right before the highly-anticipated November elections.

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Habernickel Park Demolition Kicks Off for New ADA-Accessible Design in Ridgewood

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A Major Step Towards Inclusive Play in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, exciting changes are underway at Habernickel Park! Starting today, the demolition of the old playground structure will commence, marking the start of a highly-anticipated project to install a brand-new, ADA-accessible playground. This move is a huge win for the community, ensuring that children of all abilities in the Village of Ridgewood, will soon have a safe and inclusive place to play.

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Anonymous Mailer: Is Ridgewood’s ‘Open Space’ Mailer Hiding Something?

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The Controversy Behind the Referendum

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Ridgewood NJ, a mystery mailer about the upcoming Ridgewood Open Space referendum has landed in residents’ mailboxes, sparking a fierce debate and raising serious questions about transparency and taxpayer funding. The referendum, set for November 4, 2025, asks voters to approve doubling the Open Space tax in the Village of Ridgewood, New Jersey. But it’s not just the proposed tax hike that has people talking—it’s the peculiar, officially-paid-for piece of campaign material.

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