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Ridgewood NJ, as self-driving technology advances, many people wonder: Can you get a DUI in a self-driving car? The answer is yes—at least for now, depending on the technology level and the laws in your state.
Continue reading Can You Get a DUI in a Self-Driving Car? What the Law Says as of 2024
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Palisades Park NJ, the Borough Council has approved settlements for two more police officer lawsuits, pushing the 2025 total to four and increasing the town’s growing legal bill from internal police disputes. The two most recent cases, filed by Sgts. Marc Messing and Dennis Pavlik, centered around claims of political interference and retaliation that allegedly blocked their promotions.
A Betrayal Hidden Beneath Our Feet
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Ridgewood NJ, Yesterday marked Earth Day, a time to celebrate and protect the environment. But what if, right here in Ridgewood, our own community is facing an environmental crisis—one not caused by nature, but by decisions made by public officials entrusted to safeguard us?
Continue reading On Earth Day, Ridgewood Residents Face Toxic Betrayal and Rising Water Costs
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Glen Rock NJ, two-vehicle collision early Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of South Highwood Avenue and South Maple Avenue in Glen Rock left one person injured and caused significant property damage, including a snapped utility pole.
Continue reading Glen Rock Two-Vehicle Crash Snaps Utility Pole, Sends One to Hospital
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Ridgewood NJ, a recent email from Village Manager Keith Kazmark to Ridgewood Village Council members reveals that the true municipal tax levy increase for 2025 is 6.6%, despite public messaging indicating a lower figure. The discrepancy has sparked criticism among some residents who argue that the real tax burden is being underreported.
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Ridgewood NJ, a new legal battle is brewing in Ridgewood as Valley Hospital has filed a major tax appeal against the Village of Ridgewood, targeting the Payment In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for its property at 223 N. Van Dien Avenue. The appeal challenges the 2025 tax year assessment, potentially impacting the village’s proposed $64.8 million municipal budget.
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East Rutherford NJ, Conduent, the former E-ZPass service provider for the New Jersey Turnpike Authority, is pushing back after losing a $1.7 billion contract to its rival, TransCore. The company has requested that the Turnpike Authority delay awarding the contract while it prepares to file a legal challenge.
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Hackensack NJ, former Bergen County Prosecutor John Molinelli is speaking out after being publicly criticized by the New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association (PBA) for his support of restoring Daniel’s Law to its original form.
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Ridgewood NJ, former Bergen County Prosecutor John Molinelli is under fire from the New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association (NJ PBA) after taking on the role of spokesperson for the Public Safety Information Protection Coalition, a group seeking to revise Daniel’s Law to its original 2020 version.
Continue reading Former Bergen Prosecutor Faces Backlash from NJ PBA Over Daniel’s Law Advocacy
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Saddle River NJ, a second female former Saddle River police officer has filed a lawsuit alleging a hostile work environment, wrongful termination, and multiple forms of discrimination during her time with the borough’s police department.
Continue reading Former Saddle River Police Officer Files Harassment & Discrimination Lawsuit
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Paramus NJ, a high-speed police pursuit in the early morning hours of Monday ended dramatically when a black Mercedes-Benz lost a wheel and came to a stop near Teaneck Road, according to local authorities.
Continue reading High-Speed Police Chase Ends in Paramus After Mercedes Loses Wheel
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Ridgewood NJ, Bergen County Mosquito Control (BCMC) will conduct an aerial larvicide application by helicopter on Thursday, April 17, between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM, weather permitting, in an effort to control mosquito populations in natural wetland areas.
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Hillsdale NJ, a disciplinary hearing involving Hillsdale Police Chief Sean Smith was canceled last week after Smith and the borough of Hillsdale reached a settlement agreement, according to a statement from Hillsdale Mayor Michael Sheinfield. The chief also plans to retire on April 1, 2025.
Continue reading Hillsdale Police Chief Sean Smith Settles Disciplinary Matter, Plans to Retire
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Wood-Ridge NJ, students and staff at Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School in Wood-Ridge, NJ, were safely evacuated Tuesday afternoon after a small fire broke out in a construction area of the school. Thankfully, no injuries or structural damage were reported, and the school returned to its regular schedule on Wednesday.
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Closter NJ, Bergen County made history on Thursday night as one of its youngest school board members, 19-year-old Christina Argenziano, was sworn into the Closter Board of Education during New Jersey’s inauguration season for newly elected board members.
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