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Beware of those Facebook Messenger Scams

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Ridgewood NJ, The New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC ) continues to receive reports of Facebook Messenger social engineering scams. Messages are received from a Facebook account the target is “friends” with but whose account has been hacked. These messages vary but often include a link that leads to a website requesting the target’s Facebook account credentials. Some messages reported include language referring to a COVID-19 grant program and claiming the target can receive thousands of dollars. Previously reported scam messages contained phrases like “Hey I saw this video. Isn’t this you?” or claimed the sender is in trouble and needs money. These Facebook Messenger scams are prolific and have resulted in compromised Facebook accounts and monetary loss.

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2 Ridgewood Seniors at Bergen County Academies Named Society of Science Regeneron Scholars

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Seven seniors from Bergen County Academies, Haworth, Franklin Lakes Woodcliff lake, Maywood ,Park Ridge and Ridgewood 

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WASHINGTON DC, Society for Science (the Society) today announced the top 300 scholars in the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2022, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. The 300 scholars and their schools will be awarded $2,000 each. 

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worldFlats Grand Opening today at 11am

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Ridgewood NJ, this Wednesday worldFlats will hold it’s grand opening in Ridgewood at 11am! worldFlats  features home to world flavors made from fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Their food is crafted by hand and ready to eat in minutes, offering a savory and nutritious meal for everyone.

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Fair Lawn has a Rooster Problem

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Fair Lawn NJ,  the Borough of Fair Lawn has a rooster problem and the borough  Council is considering regulating the keeping of farm animals as pets.  Yes Roosters are legal in Fair Lawn, but the natural alarm clock is getting a second look after several residents have come forward to complain to the borough council about being disturbed in their sleep.

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New Jersey Student Loan Borrowers to Receive More than $60 Million in Relief from Settlement with Navient Corp. in State’s Lawsuit Alleging Deceptive, Misleading Tactics

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Ridgewood NJ,  Acting Attorney General Andrew J. Bruck and the Division of Consumer Affairs today announced that New Jersey student loan borrowers will receive over $60 million in relief from a settlement with Navient Corp. and its subsidiary Navient Solutions LLC (Navient) that resolves a 2020 lawsuit filed by the State against the student loan servicing giant. The State’s lawsuit alleged that Navient engaged in unconscionable commercial practices, deceptive conduct, and misrepresentations when servicing thousands of New Jersey consumers’ student loans over the past decade – boosting company profits at the expense of struggling borrowers.

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Ridgewood Police Department Announces the Promotion of Kevin Mckeon to the rank of Sergeant

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Kevin Mckeon to the rank of Sergeant. Kevin was officially sworn in at the Village council meeting on January 12th by mayor Susan Knudsen. Kevin’s wife Stephanie and his son Cole held the Bible while is daughter Emily looked on. We congratulate Sergeant Mckeon on his promotion.

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UPDATE: Bagelicious, Grand Re-Opening Delayed

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Ridgewood NJ, according Bergen Comminissoner and official spokes person for Bagelicious Ramon M Hache, “Unfortunately, the reopening of Bagelicious is not going to take place this week due to some unexpected last minute issues. Stay tuned until next week! “

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Bagelicious in Ridgewood is Reopening on National Bagel Day , Saturday January 15!

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Ridgewood NJ, according to Bergen Commissioner Ramon M Hache , Bagelicious is reopening on Saturday, January 15! Very excited to have Bagelicious reopen after being destroyed by a fire in April 2020. The new location is just a few doors up the street, next to the Ridgewood Cycle Shop in what used to be Mango Jam. Stop in and support this local gem and say hi to Gus the owner.

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Ridgewood Board of Education to Swear in Board Members and Elect a New BOE President

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education meets on January 10, 2022 at 6:00 PM for an Executive Session and 7:00 PM for a Reorganization/Regular Public Meeting at the Education Center.

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PayPal, Venmo, CashApp and Zelle To Report Payments Of $600 Or More Starting January 1st

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Ridgewood NJ, beginning January 1, 2022 payment platforms ,PayPal, Venmo, CashApp and Zelle will be required to issue 1099Ks to any taxpayer who receives $600 or more for transactions tagged as “Goods and Services”.  This is a change from our current state of affairs which requires 1099Ks to be generated only for $20,000 of gross revenue and 200 individual transactions of this type.

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In 2021 there were 26 Unlocked Cars Stolen in the Village of Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, according to the Ridgewood Police Department and as frequently reported on the Ridgewood blog , auto theft is on the rise in the state of New Jersey. In 2021 there were 26 cars stolen in the Village of Ridgewood. Every car stolen was unlocked with the keys left in it. It’s important to always lock your car whenever it is left unattended. Studies have shown that the vast majority of vehicles that are burglarized or stolen have been left unlocked. Don’t be the next victim. Here are several simple steps that everyone should follow.

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Lieutenant Todd Harris Retires From the Ridgewood Police Department

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Ridgewood NJ, December 31st 2021 was the last day of work for Lieutenant Todd Harris. Todd Joined the Ridgewood Volunteer Ambulance crop in 1982 and was hired by the Ridgewood Police Department in 1987 continually serving the Village of Ridgewood for 39 years. Todd was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 2004 and Lieutenant in 2009. The Ridgewood Police congratulate Todd on his retirement and thank him for his many years of dedicated service to the Village of Ridgewood.

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Light Snow but Hazardous Travel Conditions , Especially for the Friday Morning Commute

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey State Police warn widespread snow is expected to impact our state Thursday night into Friday morning. Be sure to monitor the weather closely as forecasts can change.

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Ridgewood Water is Once Again in Violation of Two New Jersey Drinking Water Standards

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Water is once again in violation of two New Jersey drinking water standards . Ridgewood Water exceeded the PFOS at 13 parts per trillion and PFOA at 14 parts per trillion mandated MCL safety limit. An MCL is the highest allowable concentration of a contaminant in water delivered to a user of a public drinking water supply. (Milligrams per liter)MCLs apply to public water systems, including public community and public nontransient noncommunity water systems. Public community and public nontransient noncommunity water systems are required to routinely monitor for contaminants for which MCLs have been established and to take any action necessary to bring the water into compliance with an MCL.

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Sunday Night Crash in Ridgewood’s Central Business District Sends One to The Valley Hospital

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Ridgewood NJ, one (1) summons was issued in connection with a two (2) vehicle crash at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and North Walnut Street, Ridgewood on Sunday evening, 01/02. Ridgewood firefighters used hydraulic tools to extricate an adult female passenger of a minivan involved in the collision. The victim was transported to The Valley Hospital by Ridgewood EMS. A crash related fluid spill was also attended to by Ridgewood Fire Department. Both vehicles involved in the crash appear to have been totaled and were removed from the scene by a flatbed tow truck. Ridgewood Police Patrol Division handled the crash investigation.

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