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Major GWB Detours Ahead: Center Avenue Bridge Construction Starts Aug. 14

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Major Traffic and Pedestrian Detours Begin Aug. 14 for Center Avenue Bridge Rehabilitation in Fort Lee

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Fort Lee NJ, Starting Friday, August 14, motorists and pedestrians in Fort Lee should prepare for extended travel delays and detours as the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey begins major rehabilitation work on the northbound Center Avenue bridge over the George Washington Bridge (GWB) approach.

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Explore Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates Across Texas

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Texas attracts homebuyers with its diverse housing market, strong local economies, and wide range of communities. Property ownership across the state, however, comes with varying tax obligations that can significantly affect long-term housing costs. A closer look at county-level tax patterns reveals important differences that deserve attention before any real estate decision.

Local governments rely heavily on property taxes to fund schools, infrastructure, emergency services, and community programs. Those funding needs create noticeable variations from one county to another. Understanding where rates are highest can help buyers, investors, and property owners plan more effectively. Now, please read this discourse.

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Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Has A New Executive Director

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Kathryn Garcia Officially Appointed to Lead Port Authority

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New York NY, In a landmark move for regional transportation, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Board of Commissioners has officially approved Kathryn Garcia as the agency’s next Executive Director.

The appointment, confirmed on February 5, 2026, signals a new chapter for the bi-state agency as it embarks on a massive 10-year, multi-billion-dollar capital plan. Garcia, a veteran public servant known for her “get-it-done” reputation, will officially take the helm on Monday, February 9, 2026.

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Trump Administration Announces Penn Station Overhaul: $43M Design Phase Kicks Off Ahead of 2027 Construction

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NEW YORK, NY — Federal Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy confirmed today that construction on a fully transformed Penn Station in Manhattan will begin before the end of 2027, marking one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the nation.

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Trump Administration Seizes Control of Washington’s Union Station, Promises Major Overhaul

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration announced Wednesday that it is taking over direct management of Union Station, marking another aggressive move by President Trump to assert control over the nation’s capital.

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Governor Phil Murphy Removes Gateway Commissioner Who Asked Too Many Questions

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TRENTON, NJ — in a significant leadership change on the Gateway Development Commission, Governor Phil Murphy has replaced Janine Bauer, a long-serving member and transportation attorney, with Victor Herlinsky Jr., an attorney and political insider with experience in regional governance.

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Ridgewood Moves Forward with $10K Change Order for Kingsbridge Lane Pedestrian Bridge Repairs

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Riderwood NJ,  Village Manager Keith Kazmark has announced a $10,073.95 change order for engineering services needed to ensure the safe and proper rehabilitation of the Kingsbridge Lane Pedestrian Bridge, a vital community walkway that spans the Saddle River.

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Veolia Water to Conduct Balloon Survey in Montvale for Upcoming Water Tank Installation

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Montvale NJ, Montvale residents, don’t be alarmed if you spot a balloon in the sky this Friday! According to Mayor Mike Ghassali, Veolia Water will be launching at least one balloon over their property on Summit Avenue as part of an ongoing survey for the planned water tank installation.

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Paramus Mayor Discusses Traffic Congestion and Infrastructure Improvements

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Paramus NJ, Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza addressed traffic congestion on Spring Valley Road and Forest Avenue.
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Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco Pushes Shared Services and Several Initiatives Including focus on the Route 17 Bottleneck in His 9th State of the County Address

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Hackensack NJ, on Tuesday, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco presented his 9th State of the County Address. In his remarks, Tedesco celebrated the completion of major administrative initiatives including the implementation of Bergen County’s own Emergency Medical Services Ambulatory Unit, the opening of the Bergen County Training Annex at the Law and Public Safety Institute, and the completion of five large-scale park upgrades including the renovations of the Darlington Driving Range and grand opening of the Bergen County Rowing Center in Riverside County Park.

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Ridgewood Roads Are Terrible and Have Been For Over a Decade

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Ridgewood NJ, the village of Ridgewood roads are all in terrible shape despite the mild winter. In fact they have been in terrible shape for most of the last decade .It seems bad roads are the norm and becoming like Ridgewood Water restrictions , something that never goes away while water bills and property taxes keep going up .

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Neighbors Say Not so Fast to Fourteen New Townhomes in River Vale

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River Vale NJ, neighbors are not happy with a fourteen new townhomes proposal that could be built at Rivervale Road and Collignon Way if an application before the joint Planning Board wins approval in River Vale.

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Newark New Jersey Ranked as the Dirtiest City in America

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Newark NJ, Rats, mold, pollution, and trash plague many U.S. cities big and small — but the problem is worse in some than in others. So, what are 2022’s Dirtiest Cities in America?

LawnStarter ranked nearly 90 of the biggest U.S. cities across four key categories, including pollution, living conditions, infrastructure, and consumer satisfaction.

See which cities are due for a spring cleaning below, followed by some highlights and lowlights from our report.

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Most Voters Agree: It’s Not a ‘Real Infrastructure Bill’

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Ridgewood  NJ, a majority of voters agree with a Republican senator’s denunciation of the $1.2 trillion infrastructure package that passed the Senate this week.

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Murphy Administration Has Failed to Deliver on Infrastructure Improvements Promised by the “Gas Tax”

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Morristown NJ,  As many of us are driving more lately, some utilizing public transportation again and some fortunate residents are just returning to work, observations regarding the continued state of disrepair of many roads and bridges in New Jersey have resurfaced. Along with those observations comes some questions the Garden StateInitiative (GSI) believes the public should be asking of our leaders in Trenton. What should we have expected to get from our Gas Tax money? And why would we keep paying more until we see better results?

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