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NJ’s Future: Gov.-Elect Mikie Sherrill Signals Major Push for Urbanization and Affordable Housing

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Sherrill Doubles Down on Development: New Gov.-Elect Taps Top Housing Expert, Signaling Massive Shift in NJ’s Urbanization Strategy

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Trenton NJ, Governor-Elect Mikie Sherrill is wasting no time in signaling her administration’s core focus: tackling New Jersey’s acute affordability and housing crisis. In a move that clearly emphasizes an intent to address development and housing access, Sherrill announced the appointment of Adam Gordon, Executive Director of the Fair Share Housing Center (FSHC), to her Transition Team.

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Landmark Ruling: NJ Korean Spa Forced to Allow Trans Clients in Locker Rooms Matching Gender Identity

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Korean Spa Must Change Policy After Lawsuit Over Locker Room Access and ‘Boy Parts’ Question

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Palisades Park NJ, a prominent Korean spa in New Jersey, King Spa & Sauna in Palisades Park, has been forced to dramatically change its policies to comply with the state’s anti-discrimination laws. The change comes as part of a consent order settlement in a lawsuit filed by a transgender woman who was denied access to the women’s facilities and subjected to invasive questioning about her body.

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Are YOU Part of the Problem? DOT Campaign Targets Unruly Behavior Ahead of Holiday Rush

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Ahead of Holiday Rush, Trump’s Transportation Secretary Unveils Campaign to Combat 400% Surge in In-Flight Outbursts

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Newark NJ—Just ahead of the hyper-busy holiday travel season, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has rolled out a new initiative to restore manners and courtesy to American skies.

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The Hidden History of the Schedler Property: George Washington, a Traitorous General, and Irate Farmers!

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Shedding Light on the Truth: The Revolutionary War Secrets of Old Paramus Reformed Church and the Schedler Property

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Ridgewood NJ, the history books often skim over the dramatic, human moments of the Revolutionary War, but right here in Bergen County, the Old Paramus Reformed Church holds secrets involving George Washington, military misconduct, and some very unhappy local farmers.

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Body Found By Hiker at Tenafly Nature Center

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Major Investigation Underway After Deceased Man Discovered in Wooded Area of Tenafly Nature Preserve

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Tenafly, NJ—A routine walk through nature turned into a serious criminal investigation on Thursday afternoon after a hiker discovered the body of a deceased man within the serene, wooded confines of the Tenafly Nature Center.

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Is Your NJ Hospital Safe? Federal Ratings Reveal the 4 Top Hospitals and Over a Dozen Low Performers

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New Jersey Hospital Quality Check: CMS Ratings Show 5-Star Leaders and a Surge of 1- & 2-Star Facilities

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Hackensack NJ, if you live in New Jersey, the quality of care at your local hospital matters. The latest release of quality ratings from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) provides a crucial look at which NJ hospitals are leading the nation in care and which ones are struggling.

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Are New Jersey’s LSRPs working for Environment Protection or for the Landlords?

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When Oversight Fails: How a New Jersey Town’s Park Dispute Raised Questions About Environmental Independence, Political Influence, and the Integrity of LSRP Decision-Making

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Ridgewood NJ, In 2008, the Village of Ridgewood, New Jersey, purchased a seven-acre property along Route 17 North with a straightforward civic goal: convert it into a public park for a neighborhood with almost no access to green space. Early plans included walking paths, a small playground, and a modest athletic field—features aimed at serving children, seniors, and local families who had long requested a safe, accessible recreational area.

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Fence Contractor Causes Gas Leak in Glen Rock

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Contractor Chaos! Why a Glen Rock Gas Leak Is a Crucial Reminder for Every NJ Homeowner

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Glen Rock NJ, last week, residents in Glen Rock, NJ, were reminded of a critical safety rule after a routine home project escalated into an emergency situation. A contractor, while installing a fence, accidentally struck a crucial underground gas line, prompting a swift response from local police and fire crews.

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Pressure’s UP! Ridgewood Water Completes Major Pump Installation to Boost Flow in Three Towns!

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Ridgewood Water Solves Chronic Low Pressure Issues in Ridgewood, Midland Park, and Wyckoff with Massive New Pump! Details on the $26K Concrete Vault

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Ridgewood NJ, great news for residents of Ridgewood, Midland Park, and Wyckoff! Ridgewood Water has successfully completed a critical infrastructure upgrade designed to eliminate those frustrating low water pressure situations.

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Crash Alert: Paramus Firefighters Execute Daring Rescue on West Midland Ave

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Dramatic Rescue: Paramus Firefighters Cut Driver Free from Wreckage!

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Paramus NJ, an early Monday evening (11/17/2025) commute turned into a harrowing scene on West Midland Avenue in Paramus, New Jersey, as a single-vehicle crash left a driver trapped inside their SUV. The incident, which involved a white-colored SUV striking a utility pole, required the immediate and specialized response of the Paramus Fire Department .

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Close Call in Ridgewood: Quick Firefighter Action Prevents Car Fire from Consuming Home

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Ridgewood Firefighters Contain Vehicle Fire in Residential Driveway Seconds Before Flames Reached the Garage

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Ridgewood NJ, a routine Monday afternoon in the 400 block of Overbrook Road, Ridgewood, NJ, turned into a dramatic scene on November 17, 2025, when a passenger car parked in a residential driveway suddenly caught fire.

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The Hidden Value of Choosing the Right Gutter Company for Your Next Gutter Installation

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A home’s gutter system plays a more significant role than most homeowners realize. It directs rainwater away from the foundation, prevents erosion, and safeguards roofs, walls, and landscaping from damage. Despite its importance, gutters are often overlooked until problems arise. The key to avoiding these costly issues lies in working with a trusted gutter company that provides professional gutter installation tailored to your property’s needs.

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Major Reversal: President Trump Says He Will Sign Bill to Release Epstein Files, Calling It a “Democrat Problem”

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Shock U-Turn: Facing Pressure from His Own Party, President Trump Backs Legislation to Release Full Jeffrey Epstein Files

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WASHINGTON D.C. – In a stunning reversal, President Donald Trump announced Monday that he would sign legislation to release files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, signaling a shift in his administration’s handling of the long-running, politically charged scandal.

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USDA Alleges “Massive” Fraud in $100 Billion SNAP Program: All Recipients May Have to Reapply

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Fraud Crisis: USDA Secretary Claims 186,000 Deceased People Receive SNAP Benefits—Will Millions of Americans Be Forced to Reapply?

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Trump administration is announcing a sweeping crackdown on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the federal food assistance program valued at roughly $100 billion in 2024. USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins has alleged “rampant fraud” within the program and stated that the administration plans to require “everyone” currently receiving SNAP benefits to reapply.

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Future Stewards: Ridgewood Cub Scouts Restore Nature Path and Plant Tree at Historic New Bridge Landing

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Cub Scout Conservationists! Ridgewood Pack 35 Clears Trail and Plants Native Tree to Boost Wildlife at Historic Bergen County Site

photos courtesy of the Ridgewood Cub Scouts and the Bergen County Historical Society

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – The spirit of community service and conservation was on full display this week at Historic New Bridge Landing in River Edge, thanks to the dedicated efforts of local youth.

The Bergen County Historical Society (BCHS) extended a special thank you to the young volunteers of Cub Scout Pack 35 from Ridgewood,  who devoted their time to enhancing the historic site’s natural landscape.

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