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Hoboken NJ, commuters relying on the PATH train between New Jersey and New York City are facing a significant sticker shock. Port Authority officials announced plans to raise the cost of a single ride by 50 cents next year, marking the start of a multi-year fare increase schedule.
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New York NY, a new and historically left-wing era is set to begin in New York City. Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani has clinched the 2025 mayoral election with 50.4% of the vote, defeating independent former Governor Andrew Cuomo (41.3%) and Republican Curtis Sliwa (7.5%).
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New York NY, New York City has ushered in a new era of leadership. Zohran Mamdani, the 34-year-old Democratic Socialist and State Assemblymember from Queens, has won the race to become the next Mayor of the nation’s largest city.
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When President Trump mentions former President Obama, he refers to Him as Barack Hussein Obama. Most Americans remember Saddam Hussein, the former President of Iraq, as a detestable strongman. He used poison against his villagers, threw gays off the roofs and executed his political opponents. His war with Iran in 1980s was bloody with many Iranians and Iraqis (including child soldiers) dying on battlefields. Barack received his Hussein middle name from his Kenyan father, Orthodox Islamist, Barack Hussein Obama Sr.
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New Jersey authorities have delivered a powerful message to those who try to cheat the system, announcing an indictment against a bus company and its owner for allegedly accumulating a staggering $290,000 in unpaid tolls.
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Ridgewood NJ, this is the state of Ridgewood Park and Ride on Route 17. As you can see trash is scattered everywhere . We are not sure if this is a Village issue , COACH Bus issue or Bergen County issue , but needless to say it is a disgraceful mess .
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New York NY, the gloves are officially off in the heated New York mayoral race. Former Governor Andrew Cuomo, running as an independent, has launched a blistering attack against socialist assemblyman and mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, calling him a “hypocrite” for owning valuable foreign property while campaigning on a platform to abolish private property rights.
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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey’s ambitious transition to an all-electric bus fleet just hit a massive speed bump. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a critical recall on September 20, 2025, for several models of electric buses manufactured by New Flyer of America, one of which is currently being used in NJ Transit’s electric bus pilot program.
The root of the problem? A dangerous fire risk emanating from the high-voltage battery system.
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Ramsey NJ, a frightening incident unfolded in Ramsey, New Jersey, early Thursday morning, October 3rd, when an NJ Transit train collided with a car at a grade crossing near the town’s station. One person, the driver of the car, was hospitalized following the crash.
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Adams OUT! NYC Mayor Abruptly Exits Race, Warning Against ‘Radical Ideals’ as Zohran Mamdani Gains Momentum.
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NEW YORK, NY – In a stunning move that reshapes the New York City mayoral contest, sitting Mayor Eric Adams formally suspended his re-election campaign on Sunday. The announcement, delivered via a video from Gracie Mansion, comes amid escalating pressure and financial strain to clear the crowded field and prevent a victory by socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani.
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Ridgewood NJ, your bus ride in New Jersey is about to get a major upgrade. NJ TRANSIT’s Board of Directors has approved the purchase of 260 new 40-foot buses and up to 26 zero-emission buses, a final authorization that puts the agency on track to have a fully modernized fleet by 2031 for the first time in its history.
Continue reading From Old to New: How NJ TRANSIT’s Massive Bus Buy Will Modernize the Fleet
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Ridgewood NJ, get ready for a more reliable and comfortable commute. NJ TRANSIT has announced a significant investment in its rail fleet, with the purchase of 200 additional multilevel rail cars. This major procurement is a key step in the agency’s goal to fully modernize its fleet and improve the rider experience across New Jersey.
Continue reading A Smoother Ride is Coming: NJ TRANSIT Invests Billions to Modernize Its Fleet
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Leonia NJ, a routine traffic jam on the New Jersey Turnpike erupted into a terrifying scene when a minor fender bender escalated into a violent confrontation and a shooting. New Jersey State Police are currently searching for two suspects who allegedly rear-ended a car and then opened fire on its occupants. This disturbing incident highlights the extreme dangers of road rage and the importance of public vigilance.
Continue reading Shocking NJ Turnpike Shootout: Road Rage Turns Violent in Bergen County
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New York NY, for years, the sacred ground of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum has been the site of a different kind of struggle—a quiet battle for control and transparency. But now, many families of those lost on that tragic day are seeing a glimmer of hope. With President Donald Trump exploring a federal takeover of the site, they feel their voices are finally being heard.
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New York NY, in a recent CNN interview, New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani faced tough questions from host Abby Phillip about his controversial proposal for government-owned grocery stores. The exchange was a trainwreck, exposing the flaws in Mamdani’s plan to create five city-run stores across NYC’s boroughs. Critics, including Phillip, challenged the idea’s feasibility, pointing to real-world failures and Mamdani’s apparent misunderstanding of basic economics. Here’s why his vision for “cheaper groceries” is sparking skepticism and what it means for New Yorkers in 2025.
