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Ridgewood NJ, Under the Governor’s Executive Order, on June 22, 2020 all barbershops, hair salons, nail salons, cosmetology shops, day and medical spas, electrolysis facilities, massage parlors, and tanning salons will be open and must adhere to all established guidelines.
Continue reading Effective June 22, it’s Time for a Haircut in New Jersey
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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco announces that 11,336 tests have been administered in the first five weeks of community mobile testing across Bergen County. According to results processed by Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, of the 8,147 COVID-19 saliva diagnostic tests and 3,189 COVID-19 antibody tests taken at mobile testing locations, only 2% of the saliva tests and 18% of antibody tests yielded positive results.
Next week, the community mobile testing program, which is available to all county residents thanks to a partnership between the County of Bergen and Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, will deploy to Alpine, Cresskill, Hasbrouck Heights, Mahwah, Palisades Park, Ridgefield, Tenafly, & Wood-Ridge.
Continue reading BERGEN COUNTY MOBILE COVID19 PROGRAM, OVER 11,000 RESIDENTS TESTED AND COUNTING
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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco announces that the County of Bergen will launch a grant program to provide relief for municipalities straddled with expenses related to the COVID-19 pandemic and small businesses financially impacted by the government ordered shutdown. The programs, which utilize CARES Act relief funds, will provide direct reimbursement to municipalities for costs associated with health officials, law enforcement, personal protective equipment (PPE) and social distancing improvements. “Non-essential” businesses that were forced to close as a measure to stop the spread of COVID-19 can receive up to $10,000 in financial relief to cover rent, property mortgage, and utilities expenses.
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NEW BRUNSWICK NJ, “Hug my parents”; “kiss my wife”; “hold someone’s hand.” When asked about the first thing they will do when life in New Jersey returns to normal,
one in five residents (20%) crave re-connecting with loved ones, according to the latest RutgersEagleton Poll. Similar numbers want to simply go to a different place other than their house,
such as the gym; or do familiar pre-pandemic activities, like shopping.
Continue reading Rutgers-Eagleton Poll: New Jerseyans Want Get Back to Work
Getting into a car accident can be a traumatizing experience and sadly, many unavoidable injuries can occur because of a negligent driver. These injuries can come in many different forms and many of them can be extremely troubling to deal with. Many people are clueless about how to react after a car accident as it’s one of those experiences that most people only learn how to deal with after it has happened to them or a person close to them. Being aware of some of the unavoidable injuries will help you react much faster and possibly mitigate long-term damage by being informed on how to handle the situation correctly.
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Bogota NJ, a reader pointed out that the borough of Bogota is flying the “Rainbow flag” over the Borough Hall for Gay Pride month ,yet there is no American Flag .
Continue reading Bogota Borough Hall Hoists Rainbow Flag and No American Flag
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TRENTON NJ, Assemblymen John DiMaio and Kevin J. Rooney are calling for the state division of Alcoholic Beverage Control and municipalities to waive fees for restaurants and bars reopening under Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive orders.
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TRENTON NJ, Assemblyman Christopher P. DePhillips sent a letter to the state health commissioner today, seeking answers about the termination of former assistant commissioner Chris Neuwirth. The state has been noncommittal to the reason for his firing, but pointed to holding simultaneous private-sector employment.
Filing for bankruptcy is undoubtedly one of the toughest things a person can go through. It is an emotionally draining process, and it is hard to avoid the sense of utter humiliation and defeat that comes with it. Besides the psychological impact, the whole ordeal is rather disquieting given the legal and financial fallouts, the level of paperwork involved, and so on. If you are staring down a tunnel of impending bankruptcy, it might help to hire a lawyer right away.
Continue reading The Numerous Benefits of Hiring A Bankruptcy Lawyer
Not all communities these days can be safe to go around unprotected. With each state having different provisions for gun laws, tensions escalating from protests and rallies, cases of civil unrest, gang wars and other violent crimes, there is a rising need for reliable body armor or bulletproof vest not just among law enforcement and peacekeeping personnel, but among civilians as well. When it comes to choosing a reliable and appropriate bulletproof vest for you, there are several considerations to keep in mind before you make that life-saving investment. Read further as we share some points in guiding you toward a well-deserved purchase.
Continue reading A Guide To Choosing A Reliable Bulletproof Vest
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Continue reading Bergen County Home Rule: Political Legacy or Luxury?
If you want to build a storage shed at your home, picking the right design is the first step that you should consider. There are different types of sheds and while some are liveable, there are others that are not. With the right equipment and knowledge, you can develop your shed easily and this method is relatively cheaper. There are also many benefits that you can get from building a shed in your yard. Here are some of the reasons why a shed is a right choice for you.
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Ridgewood NJ, The protests – turned riots and looting – have scorched the major cities of America in recent days and have left many Americans reeling and confused. After all, didn’t this start as a noble struggle against racism?
The nation of Israel has had vast experience dealing with similar rebellions, but there the lines are more clearly drawn, with less confusion. What can we learn from Israel in confronting this recurring powder keg, which seems to get worse every time it explodes?
Continue reading Riots and Protests: What America Can Learn From Israel
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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco announces the next four locations for the County of Bergen & Bergen New Bridge Medical Center community mobile testing program. This initiative which has brought COVID-19 saliva diagnostic and COVID-19 antibody testing directly to communities across the county, will serve residents in Cliffside Park, Edgewater, Franklin Lakes, Leonia, Oakland, Palisades Park, Ridgefield, and Saddle Brook in the next round of testing. To date, over 8,000 residents have received testing at 15 mobile testing sites across Bergen County.
Have you ever purchased something just because you saw someone you admire, know or respect post about it on social media ? The person who motivated you in your buying decision is known as an Influencer.
Influencers in social media are people who have built a reputation for their knowledge and expertise on a specific topic. They make regular posts about that topic on their preferred social media channels and generate large followings of enthusiastic, engaged people who pay close attention to their views. While it’s a new phenomenon in marketing , many consumers may be more familiar with what we used to call “celebrity endorsements” or on a micro level a referral.
