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New Jersey State Police: Keep the Roads Safe This Holiday, Drive Sober!

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Ridgewood NJ, Thanksgiving weekend is one of the busiest travel times of the year, with millions taking to the roadways. Our priority is ensuring everyone traveling through New Jersey arrives at their destinations safely. Drive responsibly and make safety your top priority this holiday season. The NJ State Police encourage you to follow a few safety tips to prepare for the unexpected emergencies associated with holiday traffic. Before you head out, please consider the following:

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NJ State Senator Holly Schepisi, “Due to the State’s Fair Share Housing Mandates, Northern New Jersey has Faced Significant Overdevelopment”

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Montvale NJ, NJ state Senator Holly Schepisi (R-39) joined Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali and Attorney Mike Collins of King, Moench & Collins LLP for a town hall discussion Monday evening about state-mandated housing and its impact on the region.

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Republicans Gain Ground in New York and New Jersey, Raising Hopes for Future Races

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Ridgewood NJ, The 2024 election cycle brought unexpected shifts in the political landscape of New York and New Jersey, with Republicans making significant inroads in two states traditionally seen as Democratic strongholds.

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The Bergen County American Legion and Auxiliary: The George F. Axt Memorial Fund Nurses Scholarship

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Ridgewood NJ,The Bergen County American Legion and Auxiliary are pleased to announce that the 2024 scholarship application process is now open for The George F. Axt Memorial Fund Nurses Scholarship. The 2025 five individual awards will be $3,000 each.

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Republicans Increase Early Voting Lead: GOP Base Counties Out-performing Democratic Machine Counties

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Cape may NJ, with unprecedented early voting turnout numbers, on Day 4 of New Jersey Early Voting, registered Republican voters have increased the lead from 1.2% to 1.9% over registered Democratic voters in-person Early Voting.

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Can Mary Jo Guinchard Pull Off a Big Upset Against Incumbent Josh Gottheimer?

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Ridgewood NJ, with the 2024 election season heating up, an underdog candidate from Ridgewood, Mary Jo Guinchard, is making waves in New Jersey’s 5th Congressional District. Guinchard, a political newcomer, is taking on Congressman Josh Gottheimer, who has represented the district since 2017. And while Guinchard’s name may not be widely recognized yet, her campaign is gaining momentum.

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Free Golf for Bergen County Veterans: A Tribute to Service

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Hackensack NJ, in honor of Veterans Day, Bergen County is offering a wonderful opportunity for veterans and active-duty service members to enjoy a free round of golf at any of its six golf courses from November 11 to 15.

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New Jersey DEP Fish and Wildlife offers Fall Free Fishing Day October 19th

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Ridgewood NJ, the October date allows the public to take advantage of the fall trout stocking. Remember: on these days residents may fish on the Garden State’s public waters without a license or trout stamp. All other regulations, including size and daily catch limits, remain in effect.

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NJ STATE PARK POLICE SEEK TO HIRE 20 OFFICERS STATEWIDE

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Ridgewood NJ, Building upon the Murphy Administration’s commitment to protect and steward New Jersey’s natural and historic resources, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s State Park Police is recruiting candidates to fill 20 full-time officer positions across the state, Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette announced today.

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Bergen County Hosts Job Fair at Bergen Community College in October

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Paramus NJ, looking for a new job opportunity? Bergen County’s Annual Job Fair is set to take place on Friday, October 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bergen Community College, located at 400 Paramus Road.

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U.S. Attorney’s Office: Hackensack Meridian Health to Permit Service Animals at Medical Appointments

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Hackensack NJ, the U.S. Attorney’s Office has reached an agreement with Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) to resolve allegations that HMH violated the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) by prohibiting individuals with disabilities from bringing service animals to medical appointments, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

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Hackensack Meridian Health Partners with Medically Home Group Inc. to Launch ‘Hospital From Home’ Program

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Hackensack Nj, Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive health network, is partnering with Medically Home Group Inc. (Medically Home) to launch Hospital From Home, a program that provides hospital-level care to patients from the comfort of their home.

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Major Companies Announce Wage Hikes and Hiring in New Jersey Ahead of Holiday Season Despite Economic Concerns

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Ridgewood NJ, despite signs of a slowing economy, several major companies with a strong presence in New Jersey are ramping up hiring and increasing wages ahead of the holiday shopping season. In recent weeks, four prominent businesses have announced wage hikes or hiring sprees, signaling optimism even as the national unemployment rate rises and inflation remains a concern.

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New Jersey Mayors Take Legal Stand Against Controversial Bogus “Affordable Housing” Law

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Montvale NJ, A bipartisan group of New Jersey mayors, led by Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali, has filed a lawsuit against the recently enacted housing law, P.L. 2024, c. 2. This action, brought by the Local Leaders for Responsible Planning (LLRP) coalition, challenges the new housing mandates and aims to protect local communities’ right to manage their growth responsibly.

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THE COUNTY PROSECUTORS ASSOCIATION OF NEW JERSEY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

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Hackensack NJ, the County Prosecutors Association of New Jersey Foundation Scholarships 501 (c) 3, annually awards scholarships to college, graduate and law students.  Each scholarship is a one-year grant in the amount of $3,500.00 paid directly to the recipient.  Scholarship recipients from previous years are ineligible. The County Prosecutors Association of New Jersey Foundation Scholarships 501(c)3 announces the availability of the following scholarships:

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