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Ridgewood NJ, Public opposition to artificial intelligence infrastructure has intensified in local communities across the nation. However, recent findings suggest that part of the outrage may be driven by coordinated foreign disinformation campaigns rather than purely organic grassroots concerns.
Man Spotted Leaving Hasbrouck Heights Route 17 Hotel with ‘Shotgun’ Arrested with Loaded Air Rifle
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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ — A report of an armed man walking out of a Route 17 hotel lobby prompted a swift police response and led to the arrest of an Indiana man on Monday, August 31, authorities confirmed.
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Englewood, NJ — A 35-year-old Englewood, New Jersey resident is facing severe federal and state charges after law enforcement officials seized more than 580 pounds (266 kilograms) of cocaine valued at an estimated $10 million.
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HAWTHORNE, NJ — A massive four-alarm structure fire tore through a commercial auto body shop and residential apartments at 136 Goffle Road on Tuesday morning, September 1, 2026, triggering an extensive multi-county mutual aid response.
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Between work, school, family, and social obligations, it is easy to feel frustrated. Taking a vacation might not always be possible, so create a peaceful place in your own home.
Make some small adjustments to your environment and habits, and you can turn your living space into a relaxing retreat. Here are several practical ways to calm your mind and body without stepping out your front door.
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Good relationships between neighbors are valuable, particularly in close communities where people may live beside one another for many years. However, even a minor property incident can create tension when responsibility and repair costs are unclear.
A vehicle might damage a fence, landscaping work could affect a nearby structure, or construction debris could harm a driveway. The person responsible may initially agree to pay but later stop responding.
Continue reading How a Demand Letter Generator Can Help With a Neighbor Property Damage Dispute
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Just days before the start of the new school year, Ridgewood Public Schools announced the indefinite closure of two major High School athletic fields after independent third-party testing revealed they failed critical safety standards.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Ridgewood Board of Education is actively exploring a public bond referendum to fund essential capital improvements, security upgrades, and structural repairs across the district’s ten schools.
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UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NJ — For Dave Kaplan, stepping into the role of Superintendent of Schools feels less like a new arrival and more like a homecoming. Having dedicated the past 28 years of his career to local education and the Upper Saddle River community, Mr. Kaplan has officially taken the helm to lead the school district into its next chapter.
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Ridgewood NJ, The parish community at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Ridgewood, NJ, marked the end of an era as staff and parishioners gathered for a farewell pizza lunch to celebrate two pivotal leaders: Rev. Msgr. Ronald J. Rozniak (Father Ron) and Peter Denio, Pastoral Associate for Adult Faith Formation.
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MONTCLAIR, NJ — Losing access to their home field couldn’t slow down the Ridgewood Maroons. Forced to hit the road for their 2026 season opener, Ridgewood delivered a dominant performance against the Montclair Mounties, cruising to an emphatic 42-7 victory.
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ALPINE, NJ — Bergen Fiber is officially LIVE in Alpine! By joining this innovative shared service, the Borough of Alpine gains access to a secure, reliable, high-speed network engineered to meet the growing technological demands of modern local government.
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Saddle River NJ, After months of dedicated planning and community preparation, the Saddle River County parkrun officially kicked off its inaugural event! Energy was high as 73 participants crossed the finish line on a beautiful, humid Saturday morning, including 41 first-time parkrunners taking on their very first 5K event.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Ridgewood Public Schools are officially back in session! As students return to the classroom, village officials and local authorities urge all residents, motorists, and parents to exercise extra caution in school neighborhoods, particularly during morning drop-off and afternoon pickup hours.
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Speeding Driver Triggers 3-Car Chain-Reaction Crash on Route 46, Demolishing Maserati & Escalade
Multi-Agency Rescue: Firefighters Extricate Driver Trapped in Violent Route 46 Crash in Teterboro
High-Speed Route 46 Crash Sends 3 to Hospital After Speeding Vehicle Hits Escalade and Maserati
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TETERBORO, NJ — A high-speed, multi-vehicle crash on Route 46 in Teterboro sent at least three people to the hospital and required an extensive extrication effort by firefighters from multiple surrounding departments around 6:00 p.m. yesterday evening.
