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Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church Reports Phishing Scam Using Fr. Ron’s Name

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Ridgewood NJ, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, is reporting to please be aware another phishing campaign using Fr. Ron’s name hit emails this morning. PLEASE DO NOT RESPOND OR ENGAGE WITH THE SENDER. This email DID NOT come from Fr. Ron and should be DELETED IMMEDIATELY.

Fr. Ron or any priest or staff member will NEVER ask for money, gift certificates or any type of direct financial assistance via email.
Also, please note that official emails from the priests and staff members will always be from our official email system @olmcridgewood.com
Thank you!

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DEMOCRAT GOTTHEIMER CHALLENGER DR. ARATI KREIBICH REITERATES CALL FOR UNIVERSAL VOTE-BY-MAIL

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Glen Rock NJ,Dr. Arati Kreibich released the following statement in response to Governor Phil Murphy’s decision to issue an Executive Order moving New Jersey’s primary election:

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Ridgewood Driver Revived with Narcan after Multi Car Crash on Route 4

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Paramus NJ,  medics revived a Ridgewood man at the scene  of a multi-car crash on Route 4 on Tuesday using Narcan. The Tuesday multi-car crash on Route 4 resulted in the arrest of a Ridgewood man who was charged with DWI, and possession of what appeared to be heroin. In addition to DWI and possession, Brennan was also charged with aggravated assault by motor vehicle, reckless driving and possession of a fraudulent driver’s license.

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Key Factors Of An Efficient SMS Marketing Campaign

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SMS marketing is without a doubt becoming more popular every day due to its efficiency, especially for business owners who are trying to promote their products globally. Because people spend most of their time surfing the internet on their smartphones, targeting potential customers through mobile phones can be quite effective. What is good about Short Message Service (SMS) marketing is that it’s relatively inexpensive and has a high-return system that uses one of the most common communication methods to provide information on the brand to potential customers. So, if you’re looking for an easy, low-cost, and effective marketing strategy, SMS marketing might be just perfect for you. 

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NJ TRANSIT is urging all riders to wear a face covering

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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT is urging all riders to wear a face covering. It’s an additional, voluntary public health measure that CDC says can #SlowTheSpread. ESSENTIAL TRAVEL ONLY, please. Learn to make your own cloth mask at: https://youtu.be/tPx1yqvJgf4. Thanks for

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Glen Rock Police Department Reports an Uptick in Vandalism

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Glen Rock NJ, according to the Glen Rock Police Department over the past week, they have seen an uptick in vandalism in town. Offensive graffiti has been found on the Wilde Park bathrooms, the utility boxes between the basketball courts and hockey rink, and the rear of the Glen Rock Volunteer Ambulance Corps building. A water fountain was also completely damaged and knocked over in Wilde Park.
At this time, we do not know if the actor(s) were from town or out of town. Glen Rock Police understand that sheltering at home is difficult and it can be frustrating that the parks and public spaces are not accessible.

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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD COVID-19 CASES UPDATE 4/8/2020

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Ridgewood NJ, according to Village of Ridgewood Mayor Ramon Hache  this is the latest update on coronavirus cases in Ridgewood  is as follows :

The most recent numbers in RIDGEWOOD are as follows:

Positive: 175
Pending: 1
Negative: 192
Deaths: 9
**We are working on providing the numbers on residents who have recovered. We will share that information once we have it.**
Please continue to do your part in working together to contain and prevent the spread of the virus by adhering to proper social distancing practices, washing hands frequently for at least 20 seconds, and staying home if you feel sick. Be well, stay safe, and encourage others to do the same.

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Melissa Rubenstein, Regional Real Estate Leader, Joins Ridgewood Office of Christie’s International Real Estate Northern New Jersey as a Realtor Associate®

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RIDGEWOOD NJ ,Christie’s International Real Estate Northern New Jersey, an exclusive partner of Christie’s International Real Estate, voted Christie’s Affiliate of the Year in 2017 and 2018 and the fastest growing real estate brokerage in northern New Jersey, announced today Melissa Rubenstein, a highly experienced and respected industry leader, and the Rubenstein Property Group, have joined the team at Christie’s International Real Estate Northern New Jersey’s Ridgewood Sales Gallery.

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Chinese Caught Selling Faulty Medical Equipment Overseas

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness is reporting that according to open source reporting, Chinese efforts to shift blame for the COVID-19 pandemic and gain favorable influence from countries impacted by the disease include manufacturers selling substandard medical equipment. While Chinese authorities have stated they contained the disease in their country, they are also engaged in a public relations campaign to bolster their image by claiming China is the only government providing equipment to vulnerable countries such as the Netherlands, Spain, and Turkey.

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New Jersey Rules on Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) Hurting New Jersey’s Minority Communities

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Trenton NJ, A USA TODAY report headlined “Black People are Overwhelmingly Dying from Corona Virus in Cities Across the United States” should prompt the Murphy Administration to rethink its policy on the ability of patients to access hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) for corona virus treatment therapy, Senator Joe Pennacchio said today.

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The Importance of Green Cleaning Practices for Daycare Centers in Ridgewood

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The use of green cleaning solutions in daycare centers is extremely crucial. Most parents place high importance on a daycare’s cleanliness factor when it comes to choosing a place where they can leave their child. As such, daycare centers must adopt a health friendly cleaning program that benefits all those concerned. In fact, several organizations have launched their campaign, encouraging the use of sustainable cleaning practices in Ridgewood schools. 

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Where is the tax money going to come from if nobody is working? 

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Jersey City NJ, according Jersey City Mayor Steven M. Fulop announcing  the first steps to confront the $70 million budget impact COVID-19 will have on the municipal budget of Jersey City.

The city will offer a voluntary separation package for those who have 15 years or more of service with the city. There are currently over 400 employees eligible for the voluntary package with a combined total salary of $22.7 million. Applicants will receive $20,000 or 25% of their salary, whichever is greater. Applicants must respond by April 20th and date of separation will be May 1st.

So one questions ,where is the tax money going to come from if nobody is working?

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Customers and Employees Must Wear Face Coverings Food Shopping

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Trenton NJ, NOTE: The Governor’s pending Executive Order will take effect Friday, April 10. Updates to this article will be made when more information is available.

Governor Murphy has announced a pending Executive Order that will impact business operations across the State of New Jersey. Once the Executive Order is signed, additional information will be posted here. This Executive Order will generally cover:

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PSEG Warns Customers of Scammers taking Advantage of Coronavirus Crisis

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Ridgewood NJ, Public Service Electric & Gas, New Jersey’s largest utility, is more committed than ever to the health and safety of its customers. A heightened sense of uncertainty throughout the world is emboldening phone scammers who impersonate utility employees and PSE&G urges customers to know the facts and protect themselves.
“In times like these, every challenge our households face is magnified,” said Fred Daum, executive director, PSE&G Customer Operations. “The heightened anxiety we’re feeling is perfect for scammers, whose preferred tactic is to make people panic at the thought of getting their power shut off. That’s why it’s important for people to know that, during this crisis, PSE&G is not shutting off power for non-payment due to financial burdens.”

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