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Handy Tips New Drivers Can Use To Prevent Accidents From Happening

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When it comes to driving, even the most experienced drivers come in situations that are new to them from time to time, and situations like these require a lot of vigilance in order to be handled properly. Having that in mind, it’s understandable why new drivers need to be even more careful and attentive, and in most cases – they are able to avert any unwanted scenario as well.

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Bridget Kelly formally announced her candidacy for Bergen County clerk

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Hackensack NJ, Bridget Kelly formally announced her candidacy for Bergen County clerk.

If the name sounds familiar Kelly, a Republican, was once a deputy chief of staff for Governor Chris Christie, and was convicted in 2016 along with Bill Baroni, deputy executive director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, of fraud and civil rights violations for their roles in re-directing access lanes to the George Washington Bridge in Fort Lee in 2013 “creating a massive four-day traffic jam” as retribution against the town’s  Democratic mayor for refusing to endorse Christie’s re-election. Known as “Bridgegate” , it preceded the fall from grace of then governor Chris Christie .

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Rockland Arts Festival invites artists & arts organizations to participate!

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Rockland’s 1st Virtual Arts Festival from April 1-30, 2021.
Open to all NY, NJ & CT artists & arts organization.

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New Milford Man Charged in Palisades Park Hit and Run

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Palisades Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of NICHOLAS SODANO (DOB: 5/15/1963; single; unemployed) of 454 Central Park Drive, New Milford, NJ on a charge of Leaving The Scene Of A Motor Vehicle Accident Resulting In Serious Bodily Injury. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti and the Palisades Park Police Department under the direction of Officer-in-Charge Captain Anthony Muccio.

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Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi, “Change starts with each and every one of us”

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River Vale NJ, Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi can not say this any clearer. In a Facebook post she reiterated :
“I DO NOT SUPPORT THE VIOLENCE THAT TOOK PLACE LAST WEEK.”

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Bergen County Executive : COVID Update by Town

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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco gave a county wide COVID19 update as of 12pm Friday, January 8, 2021, there are 50,763 total presumptive positive cases identified in Bergen County as per the CDRSS system; impacting all 70 municipalities.** As of today, 40 Long Term Care (LTC) facilities in Bergen County report at least one active presumptive positive case as per NJDOH.
We have sadly lost 2,102 Bergen County residents and our County mourns their loss and offer condolences to their loved ones; we continue to grieve as a community for the precious lives lost.

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NJ Assemblyman Bob Auth’s bill A5798 , “the Stop Social Media Censorship Act for New Jersey”

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Old Tappan NJ, this  video  explains Assemblyman Auth’s bill A5798 , “the Stop Social Media Censorship Act for New Jersey”. This bill will crush social media censorship.

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DISTRIBUTION OF MODERNA VACCINE TO BERGEN COUNTY HEALTHCARE WORKERS BEGINS MONDAY

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HACKENSACK NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco announces that the County of Bergen in partnership with Bergen New Bridge Medical Center have received 1000 doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine and will begin distribution to Bergen County category 1A healthcare workers on Monday, December 28.

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PSE&G : Downed wires should always be considered “live”

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PSE&G Statewide and Bergen County Update

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Ridgewood NJ, PSE&G state wide storm update as of 4pm December 25th :

Strong winds and hazardous gusts throughout PSE&G’s service territory caused downed trees, branches and wires. As of 4 p.m., approximately 5,800 of our 2.3 million customers were without service. The majority of those customers are in Bergen County.

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Mail Carrier Charged with Child Porn

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Ridgefield Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of JOHN BIANCHINI (DOB: 4/2/1955; married; letter carrier) of 74 Highland Place, Ridgefield Park, NJ on charges of Possession Of Child Pornography and Possession Of Marijuana. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti.

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Fight Leads to Fuel Fire at Elmwood Park Gas Station

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Elmwood Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of GLENN B. WILSON (DOB: 02/08/1984; single; unemployed) of 10 Marshall Street, Apartment 2J, Irvington, NJ on charges of Robbery and Aggravated Arson. The arrest is the result of a joint investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti and the Elmwood Park Police Department under the direction of Chief Michael Foligno.

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Everything You Need To Know About Septic Tanks

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Cleaning the inside of your house is actually not enough to keep things sanitary. You can vacuum every corner all you want and it still won’t be completely clean. We are of course talking about something that you don’t clean yourself – the sewage system. This often overlooked part of the house is more important than you think.

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Bergen County to Provide a Vaccination Program for Healthcare Employees at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center

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Hackensack  NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco announces that the County of Bergen in partnership with Bergen New Bridge Medical Center anticipates the arrival of 1000 doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine within the next week. The CDC and State DOH have established the priority of vaccine recipients and these doses will serve Bergen County category 1A healthcare workers who have not received the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine through their employer or the federal Pharmacy Partnership for Long Term Care (LTC) Program administered through CVS and Walgreens. Last week, all five Bergen County hospitals received shipments of the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.

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What To Get For Your Backpacking Trip in a Snowy Terrain

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Backpacking or hiking on snowy terrain can be dangerous and unpredictable, but also is probably one of the most beautiful things a person can encounter. It is a great way to get out of the rut that is often present during the cold winter months when most people want to sit in their cozy homes and do nothing all day. However, if you decide to leave your comfort zone and embark on this kind of journey, you will have to inform yourself about what you need to take with you so you can have a safe and pleasant trip.

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How To Determine The Most Suitable Accessories For Your Rifle

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Those of you that own a rifle will understand the imperative need for the correct accessories to complete your set up. Those that don’t, or are looking into the world of owning a firearm, will understand more at the end of this article. 

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