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SpaceX Proposes Huge Speed Boost for Starlink, Seeks FCC Approval

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Ridgewood NJ, SpaceX has taken a major step toward significantly boosting the speed of its Starlink internet service. The company has filed an application with the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC), outlining a plan to deliver gigabit-per-second broadband, which could make Starlink roughly 10 times faster than it is today.

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New Exhibit at the Ridgewood Schoolhouse Museum: “Covering Bergen: Quilts 1840-1940”

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Historical Society is thrilled to announce the opening of a brand new exhibit, “Covering Bergen: Quilts 1840-1940,” now on display at the Schoolhouse Museum. This fascinating showcase, curated by Peggy Norris, offers visitors a rare opportunity to view a collection of handmade quilts that span a century of history and craftsmanship. The exhibit is open to the public every Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

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Walgreens Reports Strong Q4 Results Amid Major Cost-Cutting Efforts and Store Closures

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Ridgewood NJ, Walgreens, one of the nation’s largest drugstore chains, surprised Wall Street with stronger-than-expected sales and adjusted profits for its fiscal fourth quarter, thanks to aggressive cost-cutting measures. On Tuesday, the company also revealed plans to close around 1,200 stores over the next three years, including 500 closures in fiscal 2025 alone.

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Ridgewood Board of Education Regular Public Meeting

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education will be holding a regular public meeting October  14th at 7 pm . The meeting will be held at the Ed Center at 49 Cottage place .

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TD Bank Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering Violations, Faces $3 Billion in Penalties

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Ridgewood NJ, Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD Bank) has pleaded guilty to violating federal anti-money laundering (AML) and transparency laws, agreeing to pay over $3 billion in fines and penalties. The settlement, announced by U.S. federal officials, includes payments to several agencies such as the Federal Reserve and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). This marks one of the largest financial penalties in U.S. history for a bank’s role in enabling money laundering.

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New Jersey Sues TikTok for Exploitative Practices Targeting Youth

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey’s Attorney General, Matthew J. Platkin, alongside the Division of Consumer Affairs, has filed a lawsuit against social media giant TikTok, accusing the platform of engaging in deceptive and abusive practices that endanger the health and safety of the state’s youth. This action follows a multi-year investigation and is part of a growing national movement to hold social media companies accountable for their harmful impact on young users.

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Ridgewood Dominates Hackensack in 18-0 Victory, Improving to 5-1

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Maroons cruised to an 18-0 win over the Hackensack Comets on their home turf, bouncing back after their four-game win streak was snapped by Passaic Tech. With this victory, Ridgewood now boasts a 5-1 record for the season, much to the delight of their cheering fans during Saturday afternoon’s game.

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5th Annual West Village Oktoberfest Brings Fall Fun to Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, the West Village of Ridgewood is once again gearing up to transform  into a festive fall celebration for the community’s 5th Annual West Village Oktoberfest. People  of all ages are invited to enjoy hayrides to the Heights, shop local vendors, listen to live music  and indulge in seasonal food and drinks. 

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Spread the word – Ridgewood is open for business!

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Ridgewood NJ, Opening a brick and mortar business can be daunting. What should you know before you sign a lease? What departments in town do you need to contact – and in what order? Do you need to submit construction plans?

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Ridgewood Coffee Company Expands to New Location on E. Ridgewood Avenue

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Coffee Company, a beloved village staple, has relocated to a larger and more inviting space at 133 E. Ridgewood Avenue. The onetime space of Hillmann Electric & Lighting . a fixture in the Central Business District for over 100 years. After many years at their previous location at 90 E. Ridgewood Avenue., the coffee shop has crossed the street and moved into a 4,000-square-foot space, offering a fresh new atmosphere for customers.

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Emmanuel Church Presents: An Afternoon of Gospel and Praise

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Ridgewood NJ, Emmanuel Church is excited to announce a special event, “An Afternoon of Gospel and Praise,” taking place on October 27th at 4 PM at Emmanuel Church, 14 Hope Street, Ridgewood, NJ.

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RHS Green Club Kicks Off the Year with Successful Park Cleanup

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Ridgewood NJ, the RHS Green Club started the year off right with their first cleanup event at Habernickel Park! ???????? On a beautiful morning, club members gathered to make a positive impact on the environment while enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the park.

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New Jersey Transit Continues Overspending While Service Flounders

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Ridgewood NJ, Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) released the following statement regarding reports that a NJ Transit project to build a facility to park trains has ballooned by $116 million.

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Ridgewood Water Issues Boil Water Advisory for Midland Park and Parts of Ridgewood and Wyckoff

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Midland Park NJ, Saturday September 21st, Ridgewood Water issued a precautionary boil water advisory for Midland Park and parts of Ridgewood and Wyckoff. Update as to the seriousness of the situation should come by 6pm Sunday) today.

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Calling All Ridgewood Residents: Help Shape the Future of Our Schools with Vision 2030!

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Public Schools and Board of Education are excited to announce the launch of Vision 2030, a strategic plan designed to guide our schools’ excellence for the next five years. But we can’t do it alone—we need your input!

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