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The Bergen County Republican Organization : When The Lies Become Their Legacy

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by Frank T. Pallotta

Hackensack NJ, in the political annals of New Jersey politics, the Bergen County Republican Organization (BCRO) has become the embodiment of nearly two decades of failure. It’s clear that the mission of this once great organization, has now regressed to stand for something entirely different: retribution, retaliation and a predictable measure of vindictiveness more reflective of a scene out of “Mean Girls” than an organization charged with overseeing the largest county in New Jersey.

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Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotic Task Force Takes Down Armed Paterson Drug Dealer

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Garfield NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 30-year-old TRISTAN COLQUHOUN of Paterson, NJ on charges of drug distribution, weapons related offenses, and receiving stolen property. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Suffern (NY) Police Department under the direction of Police Chief Andrew Loughlin.

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Embracing Citizenship: The Heartbeat of a Thriving Society

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Hackensack NJ, in the tapestry of human existence, citizenship emerges as a defining thread, weaving together the aspirations, responsibilities, and collective identity of a community. Beyond a mere legal status, citizenship embodies a profound sense of belonging and allegiance to a shared homeland, fostering unity, democracy, and progress. As we navigate the complexities of our modern world, it is paramount to recognize and celebrate the intrinsic value of citizenship, for it serves as the cornerstone of a vibrant and inclusive society.

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County of Bergen Celebrates Law Day by Administering the Oath of Citizenship to 30 New American citizens

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Hackensack NJ, yesterday, the County of Bergen celebrated Law Day on the steps of the Bergen County Justice Center. Law Day is a celebration of the foundations of American democracy: justice, liberty, and equality under the law. The theme of this year’s Law Day is: “Voices of Democracy”.

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Unraveling the Enigma: Is Jack Zisa a Pawn of Political Incompetence or a Bad Actor?

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The Organization continues to play checkers while others play chess

by Frank T. Pallotta

The story unfolding in Bergen County, New Jersey, presents a complex set of flawed characters, specifically, Chairman Jack Zisa. With more than a decade of hopeless campaigns, embarrassing county losses and most recently, being found guilty of Election Law violations, the question arises: Is Zisa masterminding a structured demise of the GOP in Bergen, for his own personal gain, or is he a clueless participant in a larger scheme orchestrated by the Democrat party in Bergen?

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Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco Fires Back MTA Chair Lieber on Congestion Pricing

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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco responded to remarks made MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber appeared on “Newsline with Brigitte Quinn” on WCBS 880 Friday to officially announce the start date and discuss next steps.

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Bergen County Board of Elections is Looking for Poll Workers

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Paramus NJ, the Bergen County Board of Elections conducted a special poll working training class to train over 30 Bergen County Academies students on how to be poll workers for the upcoming Presidential Primary and General Elections.

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The Majority of NJ Voters Support Increased Fees for EVs

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Voters also want Gas Tax and Registration Revenues Used for Roads and Bridges – not Subsidizing NJ Transit

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Fairleigh Dickinson University, Madison, NJ, according to the latest results from the FDU Poll, sponsored by the Fuel Merchants Association of New Jersey, New Jersey voters support the recently passed fees on electric vehicles by more than a 2 to 1 margin. The survey questions, which monitored the opinions of voters on transportation funding, also show that a majority of voters (58-34) want gas tax and vehicle registration revenues to be dedicated to funding roads and bridges, rather than used to subsidize New Jersey Transit.

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Bergen County Ups Security for the Passover Holiday

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Hackensack NJ, according to Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco ,with the religious holiday of Passover around the corner (Evening of Mon, Apr 22, 2024 – Tue, Apr 30, 2024) , this morning the county executive  attended Sheriff Anthony Cureton’s Annual High Holy Day security briefing which brought together community leaders and law enforcement representatives from across our region to talk about public safety.

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Nothing Left to Lose : Jack Zisa is stepping down as Chair of Bergen GOP

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Hackensack NJ,with nothing left to lose  Jack Zisa is stepping down from his position as head of the party and has thrown his support behind Jack DeLorenzo of Hasbrouck Heights to succeed him.

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Bergen Budget Sees a 2.27% Increase

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Hackensack NJ, During last Wednesday’s work session of the Board of County Commissioners, County Executive James Tedesco unveiled Bergen County’s 2024 budget, which reflects a 2.27% increase over the current budget. This uptick translates to an annual rise of $32.02 in the tax bill for the average assessed home valued at $530,000.

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Flood Watch For Bergen County Starting Saturday Morning

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Ridgewood NJ, here we go again, flood watch is now in effect from Saturday morning through late Saturday night for portions of northeast New Jersey and southeast New York, including Bergen , Passaic and Hudson  counties. Excessive rainfall may lead to flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and low-lying areas, especially in poor drainage and urban regions.

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EPA Limits Consumer Choice By Curbing Tailpipe Emissions

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Ridgewood NJ, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized regulations aimed at curbing tailpipe emissions from passenger cars and light trucks as part of a broader strategy to shift the United States towards electric vehicles.

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Scandal Plagued Senator Menendez Won’t File for Democratic Primary, But Opened the Door for a Run as an Independent

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Ridgewood NJ, in a video announcement on Thursday, Senator “Gold Bar” Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) revealed his intention to explore the possibility of running as an independent candidate for his seat, despite facing pressure from within his own party to resign over his indictments.

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New Jersey Forest Fire Service: Red Flag Warning in effect until 7 p.m. Thursday, March 21

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Ridgewood NJ, according to the National Weather Service ,in Bergen County the combination of an anomalously dry airmass and gusty northwest winds around 25 mph will result in an enhanced risk of wildfire spread through early this evening. Minimum relative humidity values will drop to 25 to 30 percent during this time frame.

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