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East Rutherford NJ, With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just weeks away, the transformation of MetLife Stadium into the world-class “New York New Jersey Stadium” has reached a major milestone. On Thursday, May 7, crews officially began laying the high-tech, New Jersey-grown grass surface required by FIFA for the upcoming international tournament.
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Ridgewood NJ, Drivers in the tri-state area should prepare for a significant increase in police presence on the roads. The New Jersey State Police (NJSP), in a massive coordinated effort with the Pennsylvania State Police and the NJ Division of Highway Traffic Safety, has launched a high-intensity enforcement wave targeting aggressive and dangerous driving behaviors.
The online casino (iGaming) market in New Jersey has already reached the milestone of a cumulative revenue of more than $2 billion dollars this year, and it is the high point of the industry. The most current statistics released by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) indicate the online casino revenue had nearly increased to about $243 million in September 2025, marking an increase of 22.7% compared to the same period last year. This number is near to the all-time monthly high in the state and indicates the further success of the digital gaming industry.
As the online casino market is expanding at an alarming rate, the Atlantic City, the gambling capital of the state, is experiencing poor performance of its face to face casinos. According to industry observers, the market is moving towards mobile and online entertainment with a preference given to the benefits of online services like quick withdrawals and easy accessibility like Casino Fast Withdrawal. This shift highlights how traditional casinos must innovate and adapt if they want to remain competitive in an increasingly digital landscape.
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In 2010, history was made in the U.S. iGaming industry. For the first time, a legislative body in the U.S. passed a bill legalizing certain types of online gambling, although that bill would be vetoed in March 2011. But less than two years later, on February 26th, 2013, internet gaming was ultimately legalized in New Jersey.
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$4 Million Water Bill Shock: NJ Town Alleges Utility Giant Veolia Overcharged Them for Years with Defective Meters
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Saddle River NJ, the Core of the Dispute: $4 Million in Alleged Overcharges. The wealthy New Jersey municipality of Saddle River has dropped a legal bombshell, filing a lawsuit that accuses major utilities management company Veolia (formerly known as Suez Water NJ) of systematically overcharging the borough by a staggering $4 million. The core of the allegation? Years of using defective water meters that supposedly inflated the town’s water usage figures.
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Allendale NJ, according to multiple reports, former FBI Director and Allendale native James Comey is expected to be indicted in the coming days. The indictment, anticipated to be filed in the Eastern District of Virginia, will reportedly focus on allegations that he lied to Congress during his testimony on September 30, 2020.
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Trenton NJ, the New Jersey State Fraternal Order of Police (NJ FOP) endorsed gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli on Tuesday, marking a red shift on law enforcement issues in the Garden State.
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Ridgewood NJ, Giants fans, get ready to welcome a familiar face back to North Jersey. The New York Giants are bringing former Pro Bowl kicker Younghoe Koo home, signing the Ridgewood native to a deal after Graham Gano suffered a groin injury.
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Paramus NJ, Shoppers were left scrambling on Tuesday afternoon as the popular Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus abruptly closed its doors. The reason? A major water issue that has forced the mall to shut down for the rest of the evening.
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Ridgewood NJ, Looking for the best Halloween decorations in New Jersey? Look no further than the “Ridgewood Halloween House.” What started as a family’s simple attempt to attract trick-or-treaters has transformed into a massive, multi-month project that draws thousands of visitors every year.
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Freed Hamas Hostage Edan Alexander’s Shocking Decision: Why This American Hero Is Returning to the Front Lines
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Tenafly NJ, just five months after his emotional homecoming, Edan Alexander, a Tenafly, New Jersey native and former Hamas hostage, has made a powerful and deeply personal announcement: he will be returning to active military service in Israel.
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Paramus NJ, After an eight-month delay, the debate over a proposed Costco in Paramus has officially resumed. The Planning Board held a hearing last week to review the updated plans for the massive 184,000-square-foot project on Route 17, which aims to replace a vacant Stop & Shop, Kmart, and a retail strip mall.
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Elmwood Park NJ , the Elmwood Park community is mourning the sudden and tragic passing of Chris Woolis, a beloved longtime Little League coach, devoted husband, and father. Woolis, 47, passed away on September 16, just seven days after being diagnosed with cancer.
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Ridgewood NJ, a two-vehicle collision in Ridgewood, New Jersey, on Sunday morning resulted in minor leg injuries for two children. The crash, which occurred at the intersection of North Monroe Street and West Glen Avenue, brought a swift response from local emergency crews.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Police Department is growing! In a special ceremony, Mayor Paul Vagianos had the pleasure of swearing in three new police officers, a key step in strengthening the department’s ability to serve and protect the community.
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