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Is New Jersey’s Economy Heading for a Crash? Assemblyman DePhillips Demands Immediate Tax Cuts to Stop Job Losses

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New Jersey currently holds the title for the third-highest Unemployment rate in the United States

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey is currently facing a dual economic crisis: a climbing unemployment rate and a “worst-in-the-nation” tax environment. As businesses struggle under the weight of new mandates and skyrocketing energy costs, Assemblyman Christopher P. DePhillips (R-Bergen) is sounding the alarm, calling on Governor Mikie Sherrill to enact emergency tax reforms before the “affordability crisis” worsens.

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Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza Announces 2027 Re-Election Bid: “The Work Continues”

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Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza Announces 2027 Campaign: Can He Keep Taxes at a 10-Year Low?

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PARAMUS, NJ — Mayor Christopher DiPiazza has officially kicked off his campaign for a second four-year term, setting the stage for the 2027 mayoral election.

Citing a record of fiscal discipline and aggressive opposition to state-mandated over-development, DiPiazza is asking residents for four more years to continue what he describes as “tremendous progress” for the Borough of Paramus.

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Assemblyman DePhillips Demands NJ Transit Audit and Corporate Fee Elimination

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NJ Corporate Transit Fee Under Fire: Lawmaker Proposes Rescinding 2.5% Surcharge and Slashing State Taxes

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Ridgewood NJ—A new legislative battle is brewing in Trenton over New Jersey’s tax policies and the accountability of the state’s largest transportation agency. Assemblyman Christopher P. DePhillips (R-Bergen), a staunch critic of the state’s high corporate burden, has introduced a bill aimed at rescinding the controversial 2.5% corporate transit fee while simultaneously renewing his demand for a “top-to-bottom audit” of NJ Transit.

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NJ Sales Tax Cut Proposed: Assemblyman DePhillips Seeks to Lower Rate to 6% to Boost Affordability

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The Affordability Crisis Meets the Sales Tax

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Ridgewood NJ, As New Jersey lawmakers increasingly prioritize “affordability,” Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips (R-Bergen) is putting those talking points to the test. On Thursday, DePhillips introduced new legislation designed to cut the state’s sales and use tax rate from 6.625% down to 6%.

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Open Space or AstroTurf? Ridgewood’s Tax Battle Erupts as League of Women Voters Backs Controversial Funding Hike

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Taxpayer Alert! Ridgewood’s ‘Open Space’ Funding Hike Sparks Outrage Over Potential Use for Artificial Turf Fields

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Ridgewood NJ, The debate over green space, taxes, and political transparency in Ridgewood, NJ, has reached a boiling point following a controversial endorsement by the local League of Women Voters (LWV) of Ridgewood.

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Senator Holly Schepisi Takes On Key Issues at Ridgewood League of Women Voters Luncheon

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Senator Schepisi Tackles Affordability, Housing, and Voting at Ridgewood LWV Luncheon!

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Ridgewood, NJ | October [Relevant Year] – Last week, the annual Ridgewood League of Women Voters (LWV) luncheon hosted a powerful conversation with one of New Jersey’s leading voices, Senator Holly Schepisi (R-District 39). The event, described by attendees as “very informative,” provided a deep dive into the most pressing issues facing New Jersey residents today.

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Energy Shock! Ridgewood Village Hall Ditches Solar Panels After Years of Secret Failure

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Ridgewood Village Hall Solar Panels Haven’t Worked for YEARS—And They’re About to Be Ripped Out.

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Ridgewood, NJ – The Ridgewood Village Council is ditching the solar panels on the roof of Village Hall. The decision, revealed by Village Manager Keith Kazmark on Wednesday night (July 2, 2025), has sparked concern and raised questions among taxpayers and local observers.

The primary reason for the removal? Citing pervasive “cable and conduit failures,” the Council determined that removing the panels is the logical step as part of an upcoming necessary roof replacement project.

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Antifa Branded Terrorist Organization in Major Crackdown!

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Washington DC, on September 17, 2025, President Donald Trump stunned the nation by designating the far-left Antifa movement a “major terrorist organization,” vowing to crush its influence in a fiery Truth Social post. From Bergen County to Utah, this bold action follows the assassination of conservative icon Charlie Kirk, with Trump targeting Antifa’s funders and signaling a broader war on radical left groups.

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Trump’s $15 Billion Bombshell Lawsuit Against New York Times: Exposing Media Bias

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Ridgewood NJ, President Donald Trump is taking on The New York Times in a jaw-dropping $15 billion defamation lawsuit filed in Florida, targeting four journalists and their alleged smear campaign against him. Announced on September 16, 2025, via Truth Social, Trump calls the Times a “degenerate mouthpiece” for Democrats, slamming their pre-election articles and a book as malicious lies. From Bergen County to nationwide, this legal battle is shaking up media accountability—here’s why it’s a must-know story for 2025!

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Garfield Mayor’s Stunning Party Switch: Endorses Jack Ciattarelli for NJ Governor in 2025

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Garfield NJ, in a bold move that’s shaking up New Jersey politics, Garfield Mayor Everett Garnto announced on September 4, 2025, that he’s leaving the Democratic Party to join the Republicans—and endorsing GOP gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli. The dramatic event in Garfield, attended by heavyweights like state Sen. Holly Schepisi and Bergen County Republican Party Chairman Jack DeLorenzo, highlights Garnto’s shift and Ciattarelli’s growing momentum. Here’s why this cross-party endorsement and Bergen County’s role could shape the 2025 NJ governor’s race.

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Hackensack City Council Rescinds Three Developer Tax Breaks Amid Fierce Debate

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HACKENSACK, NJ — In a major move signaling a shift in the city’s development strategy, the Hackensack City Council voted on August 11 to rescind three financial agreements—known as PILOTs (Payments in Lieu of Taxes)—granted to developers by the previous administration just weeks before leaving office.

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