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New Study Ranks New Jersey Property Taxes Dead Last for Affordability in 2026

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The Cost of Garden State Living: New Jersey Ranks 5th Highest for Tax Burden in 2026

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Trenton NJ, As Tax Day approaches, New Jersey residents are facing a familiar, albeit painful, reality. According to the WalletHub 2026 Taxpayer Survey, the Garden State has officially maintained its reputation as one of the most expensive places to live in America, ranking 47th overall for effective state and local tax rates.

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Don Lemon Arrested by Federal Agents in LA Over Disruption and Harrasment at Minnesota Church

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Lemon accused of acting as a political activist and conspiring with protestors

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Los Anglews Ca, in a move that has sent shockwaves through the media industry, former CNN anchor Don Lemon was arrested by federal agents in Los Angeles late Thursday night, January 29, 2026.

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After 8 years of Phil Murphy New Jersey Ranked Among Worst States to Start a Business in 2026

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NJ Chamber of Commerce are calling for a “bold, pro-growth reform” that includes reducing red tape and incentivizing emerging industries like AI and clean energy

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Trenton NJ, For nearly a decade, New Jersey has prided itself on a highly educated workforce and a prime location between New York and Philly. But according to a bombshell study released this week, those perks may no longer be enough to offset the skyrocketing costs of doing business.

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The Death of the Suburbs? NJ Judge Crushes 27 Towns’ Fight Against High-Density Mandates

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Judge Rules Towns “Lack Standing” to Protect Their Own Borders

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Montvale NJ, the “Garden State” is at a breaking point. For decades, New Jersey’s suburbs have been defined by quiet streets and local control. But a recent, devastating legal ruling has signaled what many residents fear is the “Death of the Suburbs.”

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Ridgewood Mayor: Personal financial gain, or service to the community? What’s his voting record show?

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Ridgewood NJ, as a service to our readers, here is a listing of commercial properties in Ridgewood owned by Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos:

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The Architect of High Density: Ridgewood Councilman Evan Weitz’s Selective Memory

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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.

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Fiscal Fury: Inheritance Tax is the Most Hated Tax in New Jersey, Reveals Poll

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  • Survey of 3,022 respondents.
  • Inheritance Tax was followed by property tax + vehicle registration tax as the most despised among New Jerseyans.
  • Infographic showing the most hated taxes in each state.

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Ridgewood NJ, Americans may joke that only death and taxes are certain, but which taxes do they hate the most? 5StarLoans.com carried out a poll of 3,044 respondents, which aimed to uncover the most despised tax in every state – from sky-high property taxes, to steep sales taxes, to the polarizing “death tax”.

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Midnight Money Grab: NJ Lawmakers Quietly Approve $128 Million in New Spending

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This is What You Voted For : NJ’s Secret Midnight Spending Spree Revealed

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Trenton NJ, In the final minutes of a marathon session late Thursday night, New Jersey legislative committees greenlit more than $128 million in new spending—all without a single minute of public comment or a detailed explanation to the taxpayers footing the bill.

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Ridgewood’s 63% Vote for Mikie Sherrill: Is Overdevelopment Coming to the Village?

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The “Sherrill Effect” in Ridgewood: High Voter Turnout and the Future of NJ Overdevelopment

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The recent election results are sending shockwaves through Bergen County as 7,004 Ridgewood residents—nearly 63% of the local electorate—cast their ballots for Mikie Sherrill for Governor.

The lopsided victory has ignited a fierce debate among residents regarding the village’s future, specifically concerning the controversial Mt. Laurel doctrine and the looming threat of overdevelopment.

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Is New Jersey’s “Climate Superfund” a $9,000 Tax Trap for Families?

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While most of the country is focusing on holiday recovery, Trenton is moving at breakneck speed to pass one of the most controversial pieces of legislation in New Jersey’s history.

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Trenton NJ, the Climate Superfund Act (S-3545/A-4696) is currently slated for a critical vote in the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee on January 8, 2026. While sponsors frame it as a “polluter pays” model, the business community and legal experts are sounding the alarm on what they call “Climate Fraud” that will ultimately be paid for by New Jersey households.

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Is New Jersey Ditching Hand-Counts? New Election Audit Bill Sparks Transparency Debate

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What Could Possibly Go Wrong With This ?

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Trenton  NJ, in a move that could redefine how New Jersey verifies its votes, the State Senate has passed a major legislative update to the post-election auditing process. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Zwicker (D-Middlesex/Mercer/Somerset/Hunterdon), Bill S-3853 was approved with a unanimous 37-0 vote on December 22, 2025.

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Truth in Accounting Report : New Jersey in the Worst Fiscal Shape in the Nation

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Is Your State a Financial Sinkhole? New Jersey and California Top 2025 “Debt” List

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Trenton NJ, A sobering new report from Truth in Accounting (TIA) reveals a deepening divide in the fiscal health of America. While some states are basking in “sunshine” surpluses, 25 U.S. states are currently “sinkholes,” lacking the necessary funds to pay their bills.

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Village of Ridgewood Special Meeting

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Critical Session December 17th Precedes Final Court Showdowns on 4th Round Mandates

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – The clock is ticking on a crucial legal and developmental matter for the Village of Ridgewood. The Ridgewood Village Council is holding an urgent Special Public Meeting , Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 7:00 PM, to address its 4th round affordable housing obligations.

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Ridgewood Village Council Holds Last-Minute Meeting on “Affordable Housing” Obligations!

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Critical Session December 17th Precedes Final Court Showdowns on 4th Round Mandates

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – The clock is ticking on a crucial legal and developmental matter for the Village of Ridgewood. The Ridgewood Village Council is holding an urgent Special Public Meeting , Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 7:00 PM, to address its 4th round affordable housing obligations.

This meeting is not merely procedural; it is a required pre-cursor to the final two court hearings scheduled before the year’s end. This highly anticipated decision will shape the future landscape of the Village, affecting zoning, density, and housing availability.

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