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Posted on February 2, 2023February 1, 2023 by James — 4 Comments

The “N”-word Used in Racist Graffiti Discovered at Glen Rock High School

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Glen Rock NJ, on Monday January 23rd at 8:16 PM , the administration at the Glen Rock High School notified police of an incident of bias graffiti which was reported by a student. In this case, the “N”-word was written with highlighter ink on the edge of a desk in the media room. School officials have indicated that they intend to review seating charts and video surveillance footage in an effort to identify the individual involved.

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Posted on February 2, 2023February 2, 2023 by James — 3 Comments

The Ridgewood Village Council will be Holding Council Chat on the First Saturday of Every Month

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Ridgewood NJ, Village Council Chat , The Village Council will be holding Council Chat on the first Saturday of every month, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., in the Court Room, on the 4floor of Village Hall. This is an informal, brief meeting with two Village Councilmembers to discuss your thoughts, suggestions or concerns about the Village. Reservations will be taken for specific times for this event, by calling 201-670-5500 ext. 2207.All are welcome to attend, but those with reservations will be seen first.

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Posted on February 2, 2023February 1, 2023 by James — Leave a comment

Six Harmon Stores in Bergen County to Close

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Paramus NJ, Bed Bath and Beyond is shutting down all of its Harmon stores , just weeks after announcing a possible bankruptcy filing. The company confirmed plans to shutter its last 50 Harmon Face Values stores across the country. Exact dates for store closings have yet to be announced.

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Posted on February 2, 2023February 2, 2023 by James — Leave a comment

The Ridgewood Village Council Meetings now have a Hybrid Format

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Ridgewood NJ, the Village Council Meetings now have a hybrid format, with participants at remote locations, connecting to conferencing software provided by zoom.us or by telephone. Members of the public are invited to view meetings live using Zoom, which also allows them to “raise a hand” and contribute with voice and video when they are invited to do so during Public Comments, as well as during Public Hearings, during the meeting.

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Posted on February 2, 2023February 1, 2023 by James — Leave a comment

Glen Rock High School Victim of a “Swatting Event”

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Glen Rock NJ, on Friday January 27th at 5:27 PM , Glen Rock Police Patrols were dispatched to the Glen Rock High School on a 9-1-1 report that a shooting had just taken place. Responding officers met with school security personnel, who were present for an athletic event at the gym and were unaware of any problem at the school. Officers cleared the school building and determined that this was a swatting incident. There had been no gun shots fired nor any other act of violence.

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Posted on February 2, 2023February 1, 2023 by James — Leave a comment

Groundhog Day is February 2nd !

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Ridgewood NJ, Groundhog Day on February 2 is when we ask are we in for six more weeks of Winter? Only a groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil knows for sure. Each year on Groundhog Day, people flock to Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, to await the forecast of the local rodent celebrity. Originating with German settlers, who came to Pennsylvania in the 1700s and brought their seasonal superstitions with them, legend has it that if Phil sees his shadow on February 2, the winter chill will continue. Oddly, if the weather is cloudy and he doesn’t see his shadow, we can expect warmer temperatures and early spring. Groundhog Day is a tradition to be cherished. And yes, it is also a film starring Bill Murray.

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Posted on February 1, 2023February 1, 2023 by James — Leave a comment

Federal Reserve Raises Rates a Quarter Point, Expects ‘ongoing’ Interest Rate Increases

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Washington DC, The Federal Reserve on Wednesday raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage point and gave little indication that it is nearing the end of this hiking cycle.

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Posted on February 1, 2023February 1, 2023 by James — 31 Comments

URGENT MESSAGE about SCHEDLER PARK in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood’s Historic Schedler Property is the only physical barrier protecting an entire Ridgewood neighborhood from the harmful pollutants of Route 17, a major transportation corridor.

The tree and green-filled parcel (7+ acres) filters out light, noise, visual, airborne particulates, gaseous pollutants, and air toxics emitted by nearby diesel truck and motor vehicle activity. Equally important, it protects property values and helps deter crime.

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Posted on February 1, 2023February 1, 2023 by James — 13 Comments

Making The Schedler Property Into A Ballfield Was Unwise in 2016 and Still Is

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Ridgewood NJ, didn’t we do this in 2016,it was dumb in 2016 and nothing has changed . After watching this video, if you agree that having our tax money spent on converting the Schedler property to a baseball field is a dumb idea, please let our Village Council know by email:

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Posted on February 1, 2023February 1, 2023 by James — 10 Comments

BREAKING: Fatal Glen Rock Hit and Run Driver May Have been Identified

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Glen Rock NJ, a Glen Rock Police patrol supervisor and patrol officer conducting traffic surveillance in connection with a 01/30 fatal pedestrian hit and run collision on Lincoln Avenue, Glen Rock, spotted a vehicle matching the description of one being sought in connection with the horrific event driving right past the crash site early this morning, 02/01. The vehicle’s driver immediately complied with officers’ commands to pull over one (1) block north of the crash site. Following the officers’ visual inspection the damaged vehicle, and a brief conversation with the driver, it was decided to transport the driver to Glen Rock Police headquarters for questioning. Personnel from the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office were notified and responded shortly thereafter to assume command of the vehicle inspection/impounding and suspect interrogation. No arrest has been announced at this time.

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Posted on February 1, 2023February 1, 2023 by James — Leave a comment

Fort Lee Honors Civil Rights Leader Fred T. Korematsu

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Fort Lee Nj, in a special ceremony at Borough Hall , Fort lee paid tribute to Civil Rights Leader and Pioneer Fred T. Korematsu. Korematsu believed that the United States’ decision to send Japanese Americans into internment camps during World War Two was racial discrimination and a violation of the Constitution.

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Posted on February 1, 2023February 1, 2023 by James — 2 Comments

New York Man Admits Distributing Fentanyl in Fort Lee

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Fort Lee NJ, a New York man today admitted distribution and possession with the intent to distribute fentanyl, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

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Posted on February 1, 2023February 1, 2023 by James — 4 Comments

Borough of Oakland Police Department Issue “Black Bear Safety” Warning

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Oakland NJ, Black bears will begin emerging from their winter dens in New Jersey in March. At that time of year, berries and acorns have yet to form, leaving bears with limited options for natural food. As a result, they may travel more to find sufficient food and there is greater potential for bear sightings and encounters. Residents statewide should be familiar with bear safety measures including tips to avoid attracting bears and what to do in case of an encounter.

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6 Tips To Help You Get An Excellent Driveway For Your Home

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Having a great-looking driveway is an important part of having a beautiful home. Not only does it provide you with a safe and secure place to park your car, but it also adds curb appeal to your property. But getting the perfect driveway for your home isn’t always easy. There are many factors to consider when choosing the right material and design for your driveway, including cost, durability, maintenance requirements, and aesthetic appeal. So read on to find out how to create a stunning entranceway into your house that will last for years to come!

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