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Overdevelopment Madness? Inside Montvale’s High-Stakes KPMG Land Shakedown

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NJ Affordable Housing Crisis: How One Town’s Data Center Deal Ended Up in Court

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Montvale, NJ — A major legal battle is brewing in Bergen County over the future of the historic 44-acre KPMG property. What was supposed to be a straightforward plan to meet New Jersey’s strict affordable housing mandates has now devolved into a high-stakes courtroom showdown over data centers, special tax breaks, and the local “overdevelopment madness.”

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NJ’s Wealth Gap Widens: Why Thousands of High-Earners Are Leaving for Florida and Texas

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The Great New Jersey Wealth Exit: Why $2.5 Billion in Income Fled the State

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey is facing a significant fiscal wake-up call. According to the latest IRS migration data analyzed by the Tax Foundation, the Garden State isn’t just losing people—it’s losing its tax base. Between 2022 and 2023, the state saw a massive “wealth flight,” with billions in adjusted gross income (AGI) heading south toward lower-tax climates.

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Tragedy at the Palisades: Search for Missing Brooklyn Woman Ends in Alpine Lookout Fall

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Tragedy at State Line Lookout: Brooklyn Woman Dies After Fall from Palisades Cliffs

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Apline NJ, A Sunday evening search for a missing woman ended in heartbreak at the Palisades Interstate Parkway. On May 3, authorities confirmed that a 35-year-old Brooklyn woman passed away following a devastating fall at the State Line Lookout in Alpine, New Jersey.

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State-Sanctioned Targeting? DiMaio Blasts Sherrill’s New Federal Agent Tracking Portal

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“Reckless and Dangerous”: John DiMaio Slams Governor Sherrill’s Federal Agent Reporting Tool

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Trenton NJ, a heated political battle has erupted in Trenton following the launch of a new state-run online portal. Assembly Republican Leader John DiMaio issued a scathing rebuke of Governor Mikie Sherrill on Wednesday, after her administration introduced a platform encouraging New Jersey residents to upload photos and locations of federal immigration agents.

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Controversial 150-Foot Verizon Cell Tower Approved in Hillsdale: Residents Demand Health Priority

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Hillsdale Cell Tower Battle: Council Approves 150-Foot Verizon Plan Near Elementary School, Mandates Public Town Hall

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Hillsdale NJ, In a closely watched decision, the Hillsdale Mayor and Council have unanimously moved forward with a resolution that could pave the way for a new 150-foot cell tower in the Bergen County borough. Despite strong opposition from residents citing health, safety, and property value concerns, the governing body approved the measure during its December 9th meeting.

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Bomb Squad Rushes to Ridgewood Home Over ‘Deteriorating Grenade’

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Digging in a Ridgewood Yard Unearthed a Real Grenade! Bomb Squad Called In

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Ridgewood, NJ – Homeowners on Glenwood Road in the Village of Ridgewood, got an unexpected visit from the Bergen County Bomb Squad on October 1st after a routine yard job unearthed a genuinely shocking item: what appeared to be a deteriorating grenade.

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Where is Mikie Sherrill? Ciattarelli Attacks Opponent for Missing Votes and Debates

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Ciattarelli Criticizes Mikie Sherrill for “Missing in Action” on the Campaign Trail

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Trenton NJ, the race for New Jersey governor is heating up with sharp criticism from Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli aimed at his opponent, Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill. Ciattarelli has accused Sherrill of being “missing in action,” citing her absence from public events, missed congressional votes, and a refusal to participate in debates.

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Protest vs. Ordinance: Why Teaneck Police Issued Summonses During a Statewide Rally

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Teaneck Police Issue Summonses During Protest, Citing Violations of New Ordinance

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Teaneck NJ, a statewide rally intended to create a “living chain of resistance” took a complicated turn in Teaneck, New Jersey, when two demonstrators received summonses for violating the township’s new special events ordinance. The incident highlights the growing tension between the right to protest and local regulations designed to manage public gatherings.

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Israeli Flag Burned at Bergen County Synagogue, Police Launch Hate Crime Investigation

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Vandalism at Tenafly Synagogue Under Investigation After Israeli Flag is Burned

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Tenafly NJ, a hate crime investigation is underway in Tenafly, New Jersey, after an Israeli flag was found burned outside Temple Sinai of Bergen County. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, September 16, has sent a shockwave through the local community, especially as it happened just days before the start of the Jewish High Holy Days.

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Leonia, Removed from Federal “Sanctuary City” List

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Leonia, NJ, Removed from Federal “Sanctuary Cities” List

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Leonia NJ, the borough of Leonia, New Jersey, has officially been removed from a controversial federal list of so-called “sanctuary cities,” according to an announcement from Mayor Bill Ziegler. The change follows a concerted effort by local and state officials to clarify the borough’s policies and affirm its compliance with federal immigration laws.

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Lawsuit Claims FDU Punished Jewish Chaplain for Speaking Out Against “Antisemitic” Event

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Fairleigh Dickinson University Sued by Jewish Chaplain Over Allegations of Antisemitism

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Teaneck NJ,  a lawsuit filed against Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) alleges that the institution allowed “rampant antisemitism” to spiral out of control in the wake of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks and Israel’s military actions in Gaza. The lawsuit was brought by Ira Jaskoll, an adjunct professor and volunteer Jewish chaplain who claims he was discriminated against and retaliated against for speaking out.

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United Flies High Again: How Newark Airport Bounced Back from a Summer of Delays

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United Airlines Says Newark Airport Is Back to Normal After a Summer of Chaos

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After a summer of widespread flight delays and cancellations, United Airlines has announced that its operations at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) have finally returned to normal. The airline and federal officials say a combination of factors, from construction to staffing shortages, contributed to the tumultuous period, but new measures are helping to get operations back on track.

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Flags, Vigils, and Controversy: Why Sparta, NJ’s Mayor Is Under Fire After a Tense Public Scene

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A Tense Standoff: Why Sparta’s Mayor Is Facing Backlash After a Charlie Kirk Vigil

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Sparta NJ, a local vigil in Sparta, New Jersey, intended to honor Charlie Kirk took a dramatic and contentious turn on Saturday night, sparking a heated public dispute. Mayor Neill W. Clark is now at the center of a controversy after he allegedly refused to lower the town’s flags and became involved in a shouting match with vigil attendees.

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Englewood Hospital Surgeon Resigns Amid Controversy Over Charlie Kirk Comments

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Englewood Hospital Surgeon Resigns Amid Fury Over Charlie Kirk Comments

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Englewood NJ, a firestorm of controversy at Englewood Health has come to a head with the resignation of a surgeon who was accused of celebrating the assassination of conservative pundit Charlie Kirk. The hospital confirmed on September 15 that it has accepted the resignation of Dr. Matthew Jung following a thorough investigation into the incident.

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SUV Slams Into Midland Park Home: One Person Critically Injured

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Major Crash in Midland Park: SUV Slams into Home, Injures One Critically

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A quiet Sunday evening in Midland Park, NJ, was shattered by a dramatic single-vehicle crash at the intersection of Cottage Street and Franklin Avenue. An SUV veered off the road and collided head-on with a home, causing significant damage and sending one person to the hospital with a life-threatening injury.

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