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Ridgewood NJ, In the world of political journalism, there are “bad takes,” and then there are historic failures. Perhaps the most glaring example in modern history is the media’s initial portrayal of Ayatollah Khomeini during the 1979 Iranian Revolution.
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Ridgewood NJ, Classical music lovers in North Jersey, mark your calendars. On Sunday, March 8, 2026, the prestigious Parlance Chamber Concerts series welcomes one of the most profound musical minds of our time: pianist Jonathan Biss.
Performing at the stunning West Side Presbyterian Church in Ridgewood, Biss brings a program that isn’t just a concert—it’s an expressive journey through three centuries of keyboard masterpieces.
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Ridgewood NJ, After five years of documenting the milestones, challenges, and heartbeat of the Village, TAPinto Ridgewood is officially entering a new chapter. Today, February 28, 2026, marks the final day of ownership for Jason DeAlessi, who is passing the torch to a seasoned local media professional.
Hearing health is something many people take for granted until it becomes a serious problem for them to deal with. Most people find that they experience some amount of gradual hearing loss from time to time, but the effects from that loss can be very damaging to your overall health and well-being, such as how you interact with others in social situations. We currently have a growing body of knowledge of how the untreated ear issues will continue to impact people negatively throughout the rest of their lives, and as a result, we continue to have more and more people talking about how to make hearing care much easier for the public to access and afford.
Continue reading The Rising Importance of Hearing Health and Accessible Care Options
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Tehran- In a dramatic escalation of Middle East tensions, the United States and Israel have launched a coordinated, large-scale military offensive against Iran. The operation, which President Donald Trump has described as “massive and ongoing,” has struck targets in the capital city of Tehran and multiple provinces across the country.
Continue reading Operation Epic Fury: US and Israel Launch ‘Massive’ Joint Combat Operations in Iran
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Ridgewood NJ, With more snow in the forecast for North Jersey, the Village of Ridgewood is taking proactive steps to keep our community and essential workers safe.
To protect sanitation crews from icy conditions and hidden hazards, rear-yard collection remains officially suspended. Until further notice, residents must transition to curbside pickup to ensure their trash and recycling are collected on schedule.
Continue reading Ridgewood Trash Alert: Snow Forecast Forces Suspension of Rear-Yard Collection
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Ridgewood NJ, Ensuring the safety and well-being of students takes a special kind of leader—someone with the tactical experience of a veteran officer and the heart of an educator. At Ridgewood Public Schools, that leader is Special Law Enforcement Officer (SLEO) Class III Chris Hughes.
Continue reading From State Trooper to Student Mentor: Meet Ridgewood’s Officer Chris Hughes
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Teaneck NJ, A Teaneck police officer just won a massive $2.1 million settlement for whistleblowing—but the legal battle is far from over. Officer Glenn Coley has officially filed a second lawsuit, alleging that the department’s retaliation didn’t stop once the cameras were off.
Continue reading Teaneck Police Face New Lawsuit Over “Manufactured” Charges Against Whistleblower
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood is officially home to the best in the business. In a major win for our village, Parks & Recreation Director Nancy Bigos was recently honored as “New Jersey’s Recreation Professional of the Year.”
Continue reading Ridgewood’s Own Nancy Bigos Named New Jersey’s Top Recreation Professional
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Ridgewood NJ, In a surprising turn of events, CNN host Fareed Zakaria—often viewed as a moderate-to-liberal voice—spent a segment this Sunday delivering a scathing critique of the current state of America’s most prominent “blue” cities.
Upskilling employees have evolved from a tactical HR task to a strategic endeavor, now assessed by board members and executive leaders. Since automation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and digital transformation technologies are altering the nature of work across industries, businesses must retrain their employees. However, many L&D teams have been strained to choose between traditional classroom training and completely online programs, both of which come with trade-offs. That is why blended learning can truly transform the equation.
Continue reading When Blended Learning Is the Right Model for Workforce Upskilling
Factory diesel engines churn out mediocrity from the assembly line. Engineers bolt together blocks and turbos for the lowest bidder, squeezing every cent from the build. They aim for the dead-center buyer, the one who hauls groceries or light trailers without complaint. Performance? Buried under layers of emissions gear and cost-slashing alloys. Owners drive these beasts blind, convinced the sluggish pull and flat torque curve define diesel life. Bullshit. These motors hide raw fury, throttled back by bean counters who fear lawsuits more than lost sales. You push the pedal, and half the cylinders wake up late. That’s not engineering. That’s sabotage.
Continue reading The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Diesel Engine Upgrades
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Ridgewood NJ, The Garden State is digging out. After a ferocious winter storm dumped up to two feet of snow across New Jersey, the transportation “standstill” is finally thawing. From the terminals at Newark Liberty to the tracks of the Northeast Corridor, the message is clear: New Jersey is moving again.
Continue reading NJ Digs Out: Is Your Train Running? Latest NJ Transit & Newark Airport Update
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Montvale NJ, The high-stakes legal battle over New Jersey’s affordable housing mandates reached the steps of the nation’s highest court this week—and the result is a setback for dozens of NJ municipalities.
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has officially denied an emergency application for an injunction filed by a coalition of New Jersey towns led by Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali. The injunction sought to pause the looming March 15, 2026, deadline for towns to adopt new high-density zoning ordinances under the state’s “Fourth Round” housing obligations.
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Ridgewood NJ, In the wake of the recent heavy snowfall in New Jersey, Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 is issuing a critical Public Service Announcement (PSA) for all residents. While clearing your driveway is likely your top priority, there is a “hidden” danger that could be lurking right outside your laundry room: a blocked dryer vent.
