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Did you know that approximately 2 billion people worldwide lack access to safely managed drinking water, while air pollution is responsible for about 7 million premature deaths each year? These alarming statistics highlight the critical importance of clean water and air quality for our health and well-being.
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Is the air quality in your home feeling stuffy? Have you noticed an unpleasant musty smell that lingers, no matter how much you clean? It could be a sign of one unwelcome guest – mold. Mold can cause allergies and respiratory problems, making it important to recognize and fix these issues as soon as possible. Fortunately, there are quick and easy tricks for checking your home for mold quickly and effectively without having to hire expensive professionals or take drastic measures. Keep reading below to learn 6 steps on how to perform a quick mold check in your own home!
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Ridgewood NJ, the word is the Village of Ridgewood intends to cut down 186 mature tress at the Schedler property . Imagine a neighborhood without trees. The absence of these towering sentinels of nature would render such a place barren, stark, and lifeless. Trees are more than just botanical entities; they are living treasures that significantly enrich our neighborhoods. Their value extends far beyond aesthetics, and their presence contributes to a healthier, more vibrant, and happier community. In this essay, we will explore the myriad ways in which trees enhance the value of neighborhoods.
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Glen Rock NJ, according to an update on the Glen Rock borough website at the March 10th Glen Rock construction meeting the implosion of the former Nabisco Plant was announced. It will occur on Saturday, April 15th at 8am.
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Glen Rock NJ, the Glen Rock Council is keeping a careful eye on the progress of the Nabisco plant demolition. From the Borough’s website:
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Poor air quality can lead to many health problems, both short- and long-term. It is important to take steps to improve the air quality in your home so that you and your family can breathe easily. In this blog post, we will discuss the most important steps for improving the air quality in your home. So, if you want to know more, keep reading!
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American Lung Association “State of the Air” Report reveals that in New Jersey only Essex County had worse air quality than in last year’s report
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Ridgewood NJ, the 2022 “State of the Air” report, released today by the American Lung Association, finds that the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden, PA-NJ-DE-MD and the New York-Newark, NY-NJ-CT-PA metro areas, including all but one of the state’s 21 counties, improved to their best-ever results for ozone smog, one of the most harmful and widespread types of air pollution.
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Laboratories are among the most important facilities, especially in the modern-day world. Whether it is a chemical, medical, biological, or physical lab, one thing is for sure. There’s a high likelihood that the work done there involves the use of potentially harmful chemicals or dangerous substances. In some cases, lab work involves handling dangerous, toxic, or hazardous material as specimens, reagents, or test subjects.
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Ridgewood NJ, Governor Murphy, NJ TRANSIT Chair Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti, NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kevin Corbett, and local officials today marked the beginning of testing of the first of 25 new ALP-45 dual-power locomotives manufactured by Alstom during a ceremony that was held on Track A at Newark Penn Station.
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You may not be aware of it but the air quality inside your home may even be more polluted than the air that you are exposed to when you are outdoors. This is because of several other pollutants such as house dust, formaldehyde, and even volatile chemicals that can be found on conventional cleaners that are often found indoors. Rest assured that there are several means on how you will be able to improve your indoor air quality and below are some of them.
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…Air quality alert is in effect from 10 AM Sunday until 10 PM
Sunday…
…Air quality alert is in effect from 10 AM Monday until 10 PM Monday…
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued an air quality action day for the following counties…
Eastern Bergen…Eastern Essex…Eastern Passaic…Eastern Union…Hudson…Western Bergen…Western Essex…Western Passaic…Western Union.
An Ozone Action Day has been declared! Ozone is forecast to reach the unhealthy for sensitive groups category across New Jersey due to hot and humid conditions with adequate sunshine. Sensitive individuals including the very young, the elderly, and persons with respiratory diseases such as asthma, should avoid strenuous outdoor activities during the afternoon and early evening hours.
The Graydon Pool summer season opened Saturday, June 3rd! You will be able to purchase a day pass or a season pass by credit card, cash or check. Details are on the Graydon Pool website.
AMENITIES at Graydon Pool : Accessibile ramp for entry into the pool, Spray fountains, Adirondack chairs & Shade systems; Volleyball & Basketball Courts; Recreational Games of Shuffle Board, Four Square, Hop Scotch and Ping-Pong; Picnic Tables and Charcoal Grills; Shaded Playground and Sitting areas for Parents with young ones; The Water’s Edge Cafe – Open daily Noon to 7PM.
PROGRAM OFFERINGS: Instructiojnal Swim/Fitness for children and adults; Competitive Graydon Swim Team , ages 8 – 17; Stand Up Paddleboard, Beach Yoga, Kayaking Introduction; Storytime Under the Pavilion; Movies on the Beach; Live Concerts Monthly.
COME ENJOY THE FUN!
