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Paramus NJ, Paramus Police Sgt. Dean Avagnano saved a doe that was stuck between two fences. Sgt. Avagnano went above and beyond the call of duty .

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Paramus NJ, Paramus Police Sgt. Dean Avagnano saved a doe that was stuck between two fences. Sgt. Avagnano went above and beyond the call of duty .

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Wayne NJ, the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is investigating a possible cluster of Legionnaires’ disease cases in residents of neighboring municipalities across Passaic County and Bergen County.

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Irish Dance reflects on what an amazing year 2022 has been! From March Madness, to Pubs and Parades to Community Centers, Programs & schools & of course our favorite pro teams thank you to everyone who invented us to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with them & supported Ridgewood Irish Dance & dancers!
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UPDATE: James Allandale died during a shooting incident that occurred as police were attempting to take him into custody in Morris County.
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Elmwood Park NJ, James Allandale, 61, who police said shot Cindy Greco of New Milford at Dolack’s home Tuesday night, has a violent criminal history that includes an armed kidnapping more than 20 years ago, records show.

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Newark NJ, in a civil complaint filed today, the Department of Justice alleges that AmerisourceBergen Corp. and two of its subsidiaries, AmerisourceBergen Drug Corp. and Integrated Commercialization Solutions LLC (AmerisourceBergen), collectively one of the country’s largest wholesale pharmaceutical distributors and one of the largest companies in America by revenue, violated the law in connection with the distribution of controlled substances to pharmacies and other customers across the country, contributing to the prescription opioid epidemic.
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Ramsey NJ, a horrific Wednesday afternoon, 12/28, collision on Route 17 northbound in Ramsey, involving two (2) motor vehicles and a pedestrian who was crossing the busy highway when he/she was struck, resulted in the temporary closure of Route 17 in both directions through portions of Allendale, Ramsey, Saddle River, and Upper Saddle River.
The pedestrian sustained life threatening injuries and was rushed by ambulance to Hackensack University Medical Center’s main campus. Numerous public safety agencies and the NJDOT responded to the incident. On scene were Ramsey Rescue ,Ramsey, New Jersey Volunteer Fire Department , Upper Saddle River Police, Bergen County Sheriff’s Office , Valley Health System.

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Newark NJ, on December 22nd, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced that for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, monthly air passenger levels across the agency’s regional airports surpassed pre-pandemic volumes. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey run Newark, LaGuardia and John F. Kennedy airports.
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There is something magical about writing on an app. You can meet your educational goals faster by using them because they reduce the time you spend on tasks, deliver more accurate papers, and improve your concentration. You do not have to struggle with assignments and college life; you can enhance your college experience by using excellent student apps. Apps abound on the internet. It offers a variety of features to make learning easier. You will, however, have a unique experience depending on what app you choose.

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Fine & Applied Arts Department and Ridgewood Friends of Music once again collaborated on the Ridgewood 7th & 8th Grade District Honor Band. After only a few rehearsals, this group of middle school students, alongside advanced student mentors in the RHS Band Program, put on a fantastic performance on December 21st.

Men’s boots aren’t just for riding and trekking; they also come in various stylish styles that perfectly finish an outfit. Men’s fashion boots come in a variety of packaging options. While some look excellent with formal attire, others could be better suited for a more relaxed yet stylish casual look. By selecting the ideal boots and putting them on in an ideal way, men who value their style might significantly alter their clothing selections.
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Continue reading the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce rolls out the Ridgewood Chamber Guide 2022

Online payments are advertised as convenient, secure, and fast. With a few clicks on your mobile device to the payment terminal, money is sent from your credit card to the receiver’s account. It’s almost like magic!
However, mobile payments are a lot more complicated than they seem. Making a payment with your mobile device is convenient and easy, no doubt, yet they can be quite expensive and subject to technological glitches. For instance, if there’s a problem with the host device, mobile payment will not work. Besides, the digital payment industry continues to engage in “format wars.”
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Trenton NJ, The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) today announced changes in the maximum benefit rates and taxable wage base that take effect January 1, 2023, for Unemployment Insurance, Temporary Disability Insurance, Family Leave Insurance, and Workers’ Compensation. Continue reading New Jersey Increase Unemployment Insurance Benefits

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Ridgewood NJ, on January 2nd all Village offices and departments will be closed in observance of the New Year’s Holiday. There will be no garbage or recycling pickup on this day, and the Recycling Center will also be closed.

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Ridgewood NJ, scientists have developed a blood test to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease without the need for brain imaging or a lumbar puncture. The antibody-based blood test could enable faster diagnosis of the disease and faster initiation of therapy. It detects a particular form of protein that is specifically related to Alzheimer’s disease. The test still needs to be validated with a broader range of patients.
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