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Hackensack NJ, A tense, rain-slicked standoff at a Hackensack high-rise ended with a leap and a miracle on the night of Thursday, March 5, 2026. Emergency crews from across Bergen County converged on The Carlyle at 380 Prospect Avenue following reports of a man in a severe mental health crisis.
Continue reading Armed Man Jumps from 3rd Floor During Hackensack High-Rise Crisis
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Hackensack NJ, A routine Wednesday in Hackensack nearly turned tragic on March 4, 2026, if not for the elite training and split-second decisions of the Hackensack Police Department.
Continue reading Hackensack Officers Revive 78-Year-Old After Cardiac Arrest
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Englewood NJ, a quiet morning in Englewood turned into a scene of heroism and narrow escapes on Friday, March 6, 2026. A massive second-alarm fire ripped through a two-story apartment building on Coriander Way, leaving three residents trapped and forcing a daring rescue.
Continue reading Heroic Rescue in Englewood: 3 Saved by Ladder as Apartment Roof Collapses
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Hackensack NJ, on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, in Hackensack, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco marked over a decade of leadership with his 12th Annual State of the County Address.
Speaking to a room of dignitaries, families, and residents, Tedesco painted a picture of a county that isn’t just surviving—it’s leading the state of New Jersey in safety, healthcare, and fiscal responsibility.
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Ridgewood NJ, The wait is over! The 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) is officially here, bringing the world’s greatest talent together for a global showdown. From the high-energy crowds in Tokyo to the vibrant atmosphere in San Juan, the battle for international baseball supremacy is officially on.
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Westwood NJ, Parents and educators in the Westwood Regional School District are bracing for a difficult budget season. Superintendent Patrick McQueeney issued a stark warning at the March 5th board meeting: staffing reductions across administration, support, and teaching roles are now a “very real possibility.”
Continue reading Westwood Schools Warning: $3M Healthcare Spike May Trigger Teacher Layoffs
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Ridgewood NJ, If you’ve recently spotted a bushy tail darting through your backyard or caught a pair of glowing eyes on your doorbell camera, you aren’t alone. Reports of fox sightings in Ridgewood, are on the rise.
Continue reading Wild Neighbors: Why More Foxes are Being Spotted in Ridgewood Yards
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Ridgewood NJ, The long-awaited arrival of spring is almost here! This Sunday marks the beginning of Daylight Saving Time (DST), which means we get more sunshine in the evening but one less hour of sleep.
Continue reading Losing Sleep? Here is Exactly When the Clocks Change This Weekend
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Trenton NJ, The sanctity of child protective services has been shaken following a major indictment in Trenton. A former Department of Children and Families (DCF) employee is facing serious prison time after allegedly selling confidential case files for cold hard cash
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Ridgewood For years, shoppers have relied on Walmart as the gold standard for low-cost groceries. But if you’re trying to stretch your budget in 2026, the retail landscape has shifted. A major new study released this February by Consumer Reports, in partnership with the Strategic Resource Group, has upended the traditional wisdom, revealing that several chains can save you significantly more at the register than the big-box giant.
Continue reading New Study: The Most (and Least) Expensive Grocery Chains in America
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Ridgewood NJ, The February 2026 real estate market is sending mixed signals that have both buyers and sellers paying close attention. While housing inventory growth nationwide continues to stall, a major shift in lending could be the catalyst buyers have been waiting for: mortgage rates dipped below 6% for the first time in over three years.
Continue reading Is the NJ Housing Market Turning? What February 2026 Trends Mean for You
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River Edge, NJ – Looking for a unique way to celebrate American history this weekend? On March 8, 2026, the Bergen County Historical Society is hosting a vibrant tribute to George Washington’s Birthday at the legendary Historic New Bridge Landing.
Continue reading George Washington is “Returning” to Bergen County This Sunday
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New York, NY – For years, the headlines have been terrifying: microplastics are in our blood, our brains, and even our unborn children. But a growing movement of analytical chemists is now issuing a “bombshell” challenge to these claims, suggesting that the global panic over internal plastic pollution might be built on a foundation of false positives and laboratory contamination.
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Long Hill, NJ – Two weeks ago, a bald eagle was found stranded on a chunk of ice in the freezing Hudson River, near the George Washington Bridge. Today, there is a glimmer of hope for the iconic bird as it continues its recovery at The Raptor Trust in Morris County.
Continue reading Rescued from the Hudson: The Heartwarming Recovery of a Famous NJ Bald Eagle
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Wood-Ridge NJ, A quiet Thursday morning was shattered in Wood-Ridge, NJ, as a residential structure fire broke out on Columbia Street, triggering a massive response from surrounding Bergen County fire departments.
