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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — While towns like Paramus, Montvale, and Mahwah have successfully pushed back against unrealistic state housing mandates, the Village of Ridgewood appears poised to comply quickly with developer-friendly proposals, raising concerns among residents about the speed and scope of development.
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MONTVALE, NJ — July 2025 — In a significant development for local planning and property development, Mayor Michael Ghassali announced that Montvale will be responsible for constructing only three affordable housing units over the next decade—down from the 348 units originally proposed by a state agency in October 2024.
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Montvale NJ, Montvale’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) proudly participated today in the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Field Day Event, the largest single emergency preparedness exercise in the United States.
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MONTVALE, NJ — A lucky Mega Millions player in Bergen County is celebrating a massive win! A ticket purchased at the 7-Eleven on Kinderkamack Road in Montvale matched all five white balls in the June 20, 2025 drawing and included a 4X multiplier, boosting the prize to an impressive $4 million, the New Jersey Lottery has announced.
Continue reading $4 Million Mega Millions Ticket Sold in Montvale — Jackpot Climbs to $326 Million
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Montvale NJ, Montvale is continuing its legacy as a hub for automotive excellence with the exciting arrival of INEOS Automotive, which has officially chosen the borough as its United States headquarters.
Continue reading INEOS Automotive Selects Montvale, NJ for Its U.S. Headquarters and Showroom
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Montvale NJ, a coalition of over two dozen New Jersey towns is ramping up its fight against the state’s controversial forced over development “affordable housing” mandates, taking their case to federal court in an effort to halt the wave of rapid development sweeping through suburban communities.
Continue reading Over Two Dozen NJ Towns Sue State Over Court Ordered “Affordable Housing Mandates”
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Montvale NJ, in a night filled with gratitude and admiration, Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali proudly honored Matt Goldman, EMT with the Tri-Boro Volunteer Ambulance Corps, as the 2025 Hometown Hero—an honor only awarded three times in the town’s history. Goldman was also presented with the prestigious Key to the City for his selfless and heroic actions.
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