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NJ Transit Train Smashes into Car in Ramsey, One Woman Hospitalized

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Early Morning Drama: Car Struck by NJ Transit Train in Ramsey

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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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Mayor Eric Adams Drops Out of NYC Mayoral Race

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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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From Old to New: How NJ TRANSIT’s Massive Bus Buy Will Modernize the Fleet

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NJ TRANSIT on Track to Fully Modernize Bus Fleet by 2031

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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.

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A Smoother Ride is Coming: NJ TRANSIT Invests Billions to Modernize Its Fleet

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A Major Upgrade: NJ TRANSIT Purchases 200 New Rail Cars to Modernize 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.

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Shocking NJ Turnpike Shootout: Road Rage Turns Violent in Bergen County

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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.

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Why 9/11 Families are Backing a Federal Takeover of the Ground Zero Memorial

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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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Zohran Mamdani’s CNN Interview Flops: Why His Government-Run Grocery Plan Is a Recipe for Disaster

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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.

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Hoboken Terminal Redevelopment Throws Commuters Into Chaos Amid $176M Transformation

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HOBOKEN, NJ — What’s supposed to be a transformational redevelopment of Hoboken Terminal has instead turned into a nightmare commute for many residents. Confusing signs, endless detours, and hazardous walkways have left locals navigating a dangerous maze just to reach Washington Street.

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PATH Hoboken Station Closing Labor Day Weekend for Urgent Repairs

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HOBOKEN, NJ – The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced that the Hoboken PATH station will be closed from 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28, through 5 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, for urgent repairs to its interlocking and track system. The closure comes as crews work to fix mechanical failures that have disrupted service in recent weeks.

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Waymo Self-Driving Taxis Get Green Light in NYC Pilot Program – Here’s What You Need to Know

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New York City has officially given Waymo, the self-driving taxi firm owned by Google’s parent company Alphabet, the go-ahead to begin testing its autonomous vehicles on some of the busiest streets in America.

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Measles Exposure Alert: NJ Transit and PATH Riders May Have Been Exposed, Health Officials Warn

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Jersey City NJ,  – State health officials are urging caution after confirming that a Hudson County resident infected with measles may have exposed riders on NJ Transit’s Hudson-Bergen Light Rail and PATH trains earlier this month.

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Route 17 Northbound Ramps to and from Route 3 Westbound Closed for Drainage Work This Week

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Detours in place August 4–8 for NJDOT drainage pipe replacement project

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BERGEN COUNTY, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has announced that two critical ramps connecting Route 17 northbound and Route 3 westbound will be closed this week for vital drainage upgrades in Lyndhurst and Rutherford.

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NYC Subway and Bus Fares to Rise to $3 in 2026, MTA Confirms

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NYC Commuters: Subway and Bus Fares Will Hit $3 in 2026, MTA Says

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New York New York , bad news for New York City commuters: MTA officials have confirmed that subway and bus fares will increase to $3 starting January 4, 2026.

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Tragic NYC Office Shooting Claims Life of Blackstone Executive Wesley LePatner

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NEW YORK, NY — In a tragedy that has shaken the financial and philanthropic communities, Wesley LePatner, a senior executive at Blackstone, was among four people killed during a mass shooting at 345 Park Avenue in Manhattan on Monday, July 29. The shooter, identified as Shane Tamura, 27, of Las Vegas, opened fire inside the midtown office building before taking his own life.

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Ridgewood Train Station Pedestrian Staircase Repair to Move Forward

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – A key pedestrian staircase at the Ridgewood Train Station, providing access from East Ridgewood Avenue to the tunnel beneath NJ Transit’s Bergen/Main Line tracks, has been closed since May 14, 2024, following a dramatic crash involving an Infiniti SUV.

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