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FBI: Unpaid Road Toll SMiShing Scams Hits Tri-state Area

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NJ Turnpike Authority: Text message scam targets New Jersey tollpayers

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Ridgewood NJ, the FBI released a public service announcement warning of an uptick in unpaid road toll SMiShing scams. Since the scams started in early March 2024, over 2,000 complaints have been made to the FBI from at least three states, and it appears to be moving from state to state, including New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. On April 12, the New Jersey Turnpike Authority issued a statement alerting drivers that the scam had begun to target drivers throughout the state.

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Automatonophobia: Boston Dynamics New Atlas Robot all the Right Moves

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Ridgewood NJ, the fear of humanoid robots is known as “automatonophobia.” This phobia encompasses a broad range of fears and anxieties related to robots, including humanoid robots. People may fear humanoid robots for various reasons, such as concerns about loss of control, fear of the unknown, worries about job displacement due to automation, or fear of robots malfunctioning and causing harm. Additionally, some individuals may find humanoid robots unsettling due to their resemblance to humans, but with features that appear artificial or uncanny.

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Driver Loses Control and Slams into Godwin Avenue Nail Salon in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, The driver of a Nissan Rogue lost control of her vehicle while parking Monday morning, 04/15, and slammed into the front facade of a nail salon located on Godwin Avenue, Ridgewood. The driver is reportedly employed at the business she crashed into. No injuries were reported by the driver and the nail salon had not yet opened for business. Ridgewood Police, Ridgewood Fire, and a Village of Ridgewood construction code official responded to the mishap. The Nissan was towed away.

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Ridgewood Crew Claims Five Wins at Weather-Shortened 4th Manny Flick / Horvat Meet

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Ridgewood Crew Girls were pumped and ready to row, but the weather had other plans for them. From left to right Senior Anais Friedrich, Sophomore Ryan Mincey, Junior Aoife Ali, and Junior Julie Smith. (Photo Credit: Elsa Friedrich)

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Ridgewood Crew claimed five flight victories at a 4th Manny Flick / Horvat meet that ended early due to high winds and unsafe river conditions. Sunday’s 1500-meter racing event on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia was the fourth of a five-race series, where nearly 500 rowers from 80 clubs across the mid-Atlantic competed.

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Housing affordability Hits the Lowest Point Since the 1980’s

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Ridgewood NJ, Housing affordability has plummeted to its lowest point since the 1980’s, presenting a grim picture for prospective buyers grappling with steep mortgage rates and skyrocketing home prices.

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The Village of Ridgewood Has a Budget

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Ridgewood NJ, the Village Council adopted a $61.2 million budget with a 2.74% municipal tax rate increase, which is below the current rate of inflation. That equates to a municipal tax increase of $144 on the average home assessed at $710,168.

Please keep in mind that the Village is only responsible for 23.4% of the total taxes collected, while the budgets for the schools, county and public library make up the remaining 76.6% of your tax bill.

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Valley Hospital Preps to Make the Big Move

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Ridgewood NJ,a reminder that in less than 2 days the Valley Hospital will be moving to Paramus. At 6:00 am on Sunday, April 14th the new Valley Hospital facility will open in Paramus. Patients will be transported from Ridgewood to Paramus via Linwood Avenue, and ambulance staging will take place at Graydon.

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Congressional candidate Mary Jo” Guinchard will host a Town Hall Meeting on April 13th

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New Milford NJ, Congressional candidate Mary Jo” Guinchard will host a Town Hall meeting with free continental breakfast from 8:30 -10:30 am on April 13th.

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New Jersey Lawmakers Announce State Grants to Speed up Transportation Projects in Bergen and Essex Counties

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Franklin Lakes NJ, Assemblymen Christopher DePhillips and Al Barlas announced Thursday that the state is awarding more than $1 million in grants to Franklin Lakes Borough, Cedar Grove and Ridgewood to fund transportation projects.

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Vehicle Jumps Curb in Ridgewood Central Business District

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Ridsgewood NJ, at approximately 2pm Tuesday April 9th an older model four-door sedan driven by an adult male mounted a sidewalk near the Walgrees on East Ridgewood Avenue .

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Eclipse Madness Takes Over New Jersey

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Ridgewood NJ, the near-total solar eclipse passed over North Jersey, with the moon making its final encroachment on the sun around 4:30 p.m. Although North Jersey wasn’t in the path of totality for the prime viewing experience, spectators still witnessed a remarkable celestial event, albeit partially obscured by the day’s cloud cover.

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Today is Founders day for the Ridgewood blog

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The Ridgewood blog was founded in March of 2006 by James J Foytlin aka PJ Blogger . Mr. Foytlin was born and raised in Ridgewood ,New Jersey and is a graduate of Ridgewood High School .

Ridgewood NJ, – Oct. 26, 2009 – RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — The Ridgewood blog ( https://theridgewoodblog.blogspot.com/ Originally  ) (www.theridgewoodblog.net) was founded in March of 2006 by James J Foytlin aka PJ Blogger .[1] Mr. Foytlin was born and raised in Ridgewood ,New Jersey and is a graduate of Ridgewood High School .[2] [3]

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Emmanuel Church Revives Community Pasta Dinner Tradition

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Ridgewood NJ,  Emmanuel Church is excited to announce the return of its cherished Community Pasta Dinner tradition, sponsored by Women of Emmanuel and organized by Annie Davila. This event will now be held every third Tuesday of the month, providing the community with an opportunity to enjoy delicious food and foster friendly connections.

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