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The Great Thanksgiving Hoax
By Richard J. Maybury
Each year at this time school children all over America are taught the official Thanksgiving story, and newspapers, radio, TV, and magazines devote vast amounts of time and space to it. It is all very colorful and fascinating.
It is also very deceiving. This official story is nothing like what really happened. It is a fairy tale, a whitewashed and sanitized collection of half-truths which divert attention away from Thanksgiving’s real meaning.
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Newark NJ, Thanksgiving is synonymous with family, food, and travel. This year, a record-breaking 80 million Americans are hitting the road or skies to celebrate the holiday, with 71.7 million traveling by car—the highest number to date. For air travelers, Thanksgiving Sunday is set to be particularly busy, with an expected 3 million flyers taking to the skies, breaking previous records.
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photos courtesy of the City of Hackensack Fire Department
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Hackensack NJ, as the holiday season gets underway, the City of Hackensack Fire Department is already busy, responding to four kitchen fires in the past 10 days. With cooking the leading cause of fires and home injuries, according to the U.S. Fire Administration, the department is urging residents to prioritize safety in the kitchen. Unattended equipment is a primary culprit in these incidents, and the message is clear: stay vigilant and call 911 in case of emergencies.
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Ridgewood NJ, with Thanksgiving right around the corner, Hubscore has unveiled its annual report on America’s Favorite Thanksgiving Sides by State, and New Jersey has spoken: Macaroni and Cheese is the Garden State’s top choice!
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Ridgewood NJ, Cigar aficionados, rejoice! Just in time for Thanksgiving, The Tobacco Shop of Ridgewood and Davidoff Lounge is thrilled to announce the arrival of the coveted Fuente Fuente OpusX cigars. These premium cigars, known for their unparalleled craftsmanship and flavor, are a rare find and a true treasure for any cigar enthusiast.
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Ridgewood NJ, as Americans grapple with the fallout from the recent election, new polling data from Prolific that captures the pulse of American sentiment post-election reveals the growing political tension within families across the country. Following a divisive election season, 22% of respondents report that polarization has deepened within their families, with the impact felt most strongly by younger generations—36% of 18-24-year-olds believe political divides are more intense than in previous election cycles.
Continue reading Poll: Many Expect Political Arguments at Thanksgiving Dinner
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Glen Rock NJ, Turkey trot through the beautiful streets of Glen Rock, NJ. The annual tradition gathers friends, neighbors, and family. The event is organized by Racefaster , with registration starting at 8:45am and the run began at 9am.
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George Washington’s Thanksgiving Prayer – abridged from his Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1789. You may wish to share this with your family and friends at your Thanksgiving table.
Written and researched by Kevin Wright©2015
As compared with present consumption, the colonial diet included relatively little fresh meat. Families reared swine and turkeys in great numbers and those destined for winter market were fenced in an appropriate place at the lower end of the garden. Pork was preferred over beef, except among Jewish colonists whose religious observance proscribed its consumption. Pigs generously fattened on forest mast, field pumpkins, buckwheat, and a sweet mash of skimmed milk and bran.
photos courtesy of DD and MT
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood gets ready for the holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year ) . Once again, Village of Ridgewood Councilmember Lorraine Reynolds and her crew of volunteers were out early readying the planters in the Central Business District for holiday decorating by Tony Damiano and his crew.
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Ridgewood NJ, from the aromatic allure of roast beef at Christmas, the sizzle of BBQs on Labor Day, to the tender succulence of Easter lamb, American home cooking is a variation of traditions that kindles anticipation throughout the year. Yet, it’s the Thanksgiving holiday that captivates the hearts of many as the quintessential culinary celebration. A time when turkey, stuffing, and pies transform dining tables into centers of gratitude and togetherness. In a bid to capture the essence of this festive spirit, Gunther Mazda commissioned a nationwide survey via QuestionPro of 3,000 people to gauge the lengths Americans are willing to go to savor their mother’s home cooked Thanksgiving feast. The survey revealed some rather interesting results!
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Ridgewood NJ, during the 2022 holiday season, consumers spent approximately $936.3 billion, an increase of over five percent from the previous year. Online and other non-store shopping increased 9.5 percent, totaling $261.6 billion. On Cyber Monday alone, consumers spent a record $11.3 billion. This year, total sales are expected to moderately increase about three percent given the rising costs of goods and services due to inflation and other factors, and consumers may choose to spread out their holiday shopping over a longer period of time – in 2022, 49 percent of consumers started their holiday shopping before November. While predictions for total sales are debated, one thing is certain – cybercriminals will continue their efforts to target online shoppers and marketplaces for financial gain. As consumers may be increasingly motivated to find deals, specials, and discounts when purchasing gifts this year in particular, it is vital to maintain awareness of the many cyber threats posed by these individuals and groups. Threat actors may target victims through a variety of methods, including compromised or spoofed websites, phishing campaigns, social media ads and messages, or unsecured Wi-Fi networks. Reviewing the common attack vectors detailed in this article, along with tips and best practices, will help to combat the threats posed by cybercriminals this holiday season.
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Ridgewood NJ, Most Americans will spend this Thanksgiving Day at home with family and friends.
The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey finds that 81% of American Adults plan to get together with family and friends this Thanksgiving, up slightly from last year. Only 27% plan to travel away from home for the holiday, unchanged from a year ago. (To see survey question wording, click here.)
wild turkeys in Mahwah photo courtesy of Frank Pallotta
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Ridgewood NJ, sorry New Jersey but if you are looking for the most value for the dollar and you are hosting Thanksgiving then the state of Kansas is your choice. There’s nowhere cheaper to buy a turkey and trimmings in 2022.
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