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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A quiet Sunday morning in the Village was interrupted by the screech of tires and the crunch of brick as a vehicle plowed into a local storefront.
Continue reading No Injuries Reported After SUV Smashes Into Ridgewood Storefront on Franklin Avenue
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Trenton NJ, New Jersey is on the verge of passing the most restrictive e-bike law in the United States. A controversial bill (S4834/A6235) requiring e-bike riders to carry a driver’s license, registration, and insurance is currently sitting on Governor Phil Murphy’s desk, awaiting a high-stakes signature or veto.
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Washington DC, a historic diplomatic gesture has sparked a rare and blunt intervention from the Nobel Foundation. After Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado symbolically “gifted” her Nobel Peace Prize to President Donald Trump during a White House meeting last week, the prestigious institution in Stockholm has officially declared the move invalid.
Continue reading Nobel Foundation Rejects Maria Corina Machado’s Peace Prize “Gift” to Donald Trump
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Ridgewood NJ, , thethe greater Ridgewood community will gather for a historic milestone. In what has become the longest-running, continuous annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the State of New Jersey, the Interfaith Religious Leaders of Ridgewood (IRLR) will host their annual commemorative service.
Residential roofing choices shape durability, appearance, and long-term upkeep. Shingles vary by material, texture, and performance traits that suit different climates and home styles. Clear knowledge of these options supports practical planning, so let’s explore.
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Many households in Mandeville face weather conditions that place steady pressure on roofing structures throughout the year. A roof that appears stable on the surface can still hide weaknesses that develop silently over time. Homeowners who want lasting protection often rely on routine evaluations carried out by skilled professionals.
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Carlstadt NJ, a quiet Friday afternoon in Carlstadt turned tragic this week as a fast-moving house fire claimed a life and left the community in shock. The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office has officially taken the lead on an investigation into the blaze that erupted at a two-family residence on January 16, 2026.
Continue reading Investigation Underway After Fatal Friday Fire at Carlstadt Two-Family Home
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood’s culinary scene is about to get a major upgrade. Chef Claudia Rovegno, the mastermind behind the beloved flagship restaurant From Scratch, has officially announced her next venture: Pizza by From Scratch.
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Passaic NJ, The political landscape in North Jersey just got a major jolt of star power and legal muscle. Tiffany Burress, a seasoned Passaic County attorney and wife of former New York Giants Super Bowl hero Plaxico Burress, has officially launched her campaign for New Jersey’s 9th Congressional District.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 is back with another edition of “Meet the Members Monday.” This week, we’re stepping inside the firehouse to introduce you to one of our newest faces on the front lines: Thomas Malone.
Continue reading Why This Ridgewood EMT Says “Taking the Test” Was His Best Career Move
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Ridgewood NJ, during the January 14, 2026, Village Council meeting, Councilman Evan Weitz didn’t just defend the new affordable housing ordinances (4071–4075); he took aim at the residents concerned about them. In a series of pointed remarks around the 01:24:00 mark, Weitz cautioned the public against “social media misinformation” and made a definitive promise: “The village won’t look like the pictures that people keep sharing.”
To the casual observer, it sounded like a protective stance. But for those who remember the last decade of Ridgewood politics, the words rang hollow. Why? Because Evan Weitz has spent years building the very infrastructure that makes high-density “urban” development possible in our Village.
Continue reading The Architect of High Density: Ridgewood Councilman Evan Weitz’s Selective Memory
Buying a home is rarely just a financial decision. While numbers, location, and features matter, emotion often plays the strongest role in whether a buyer feels compelled to move forward. The moment someone walks through the front door, they begin forming impressions that shape how they perceive the entire property. These impressions are emotional as much as they are practical, influencing whether the space feels welcoming, comfortable, and easy to imagine as their own.
Continue reading How staging helps buyers emotionally connect with a property
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Paramus NJ, what started as a New Year’s Day project between Michelle Zakko, a first-grade teacher at Midland Elementary School, and her 14-year-old son, Nicholas, has melted the hearts of the local community. Using 150 plastic shoe bins to mold custom ice blocks and fresh snow as mortar, the duo constructed a 4-foot-tall, 6-foot-wide artisanal igloo.
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Ridgewood NJ, with a massive Verizon outage currently pushing thousands of phones into “SOS mode” across the country, many Ridgewood residents are asking the same question: How do I call for help if my cell phone doesn’t work?
Continue reading Verizon Outage? How Ridgewood’s Vintage Red Fire Boxes Could Save Your Life Today
Buying custom or specialty items online used to come with a long list of worries—especially for products where size, materials, and finish truly matter. Not long ago, shoppers had to rely on vague photos, incomplete descriptions, or slow email exchanges just to feel comfortable placing an order. That hesitation was understandable, particularly for large, detailed, or one-of-a-kind purchases.
Continue reading Online Ordering Doubts That No Longer Hold Up in 2026
