Having a great conversation is an important part of any relationship, whether it’s with a friend, family member, or business associate. And in today’s world, more and more of our conversations are happening online via video chat.
While this can be a great way to connect with people who are far away, it can also be a bit tricky to master. Here are some tips for making the most out of your next online video chat.
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Ridgewood NJ, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, in Ridgewood, is warning parishioners :BEWARE! DO NOT RESPOND TO ANY EMAILS CLAIMING TO BE FROM FR. RON REQUESTING ASSISTANCE OF ANY SORT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PURCHASING GIFT CARDS!
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Partnering up with a postal office can be very beneficial for your business. However, there are a few key factors to keep in mind when choosing a postal service for your business. This article will discuss what you need to pay attention to.
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Trenton NJ, the New Jersey Business & Industry Association is strongly supporting a bill today that will increase the qualified research expenses tax credit for corporations in targeted industries and basic research payment tax credits from 10% to 15%.
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Results show pandemic-related setbacks statewide in student learning with public charters best positioned to accelerate educational recovery
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Hamilton NJ , the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) released statewide assessment scores for the first time in three years due to extensive disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic. While there were significant drops statewide, analysis shows that Black and Latino students enrolled in public charter schools in the six largest charter cities are twice as likely to be proficient in English language arts and mathematics compared to their district peers based on 2022 statewide assessment results. This data verifies that public charter schools accelerated student learning for low-income students of color during a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic in Newark, Trenton, Paterson, Camden, Jersey City and Plainfield.
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TrentoN NJ, on the floor of the New Jersey State Senate, Senator Joe Pennacchio today once again implored his Democrat colleagues to act on legislation that would convene a special committee with subpoena power to investigate the Executive Branch’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Continue reading Bipartisan Legislative Investigation of Pandemic Response Blocked by Democrats
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Englewood NJ, after receiving an anonymous tip that an individual was in possession of a firearm , on December 2nd at approximately 630pm Englewood Police officers investigated a suspicious individual at Wides Corner Englewood Police Officers Kim, Washington and Iacovo were first to make contact with a person fitting the description provided. Moments later the male fled and police gave chase , throwing a bag into an empty lot. Englewood Officers Donegan, Smith and Lt. Londahl-Smidtwere were in the area and assisted in taking the male into custody . Officers retired the bag which held a loaded handgun with a high capacity magazine .
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Atlantic City NJ, Senator Anthony M. Bucco said Governor Phil Murphy should heed the advice of the New Jersey Division of Rate Counsel to pump the brakes on wind farm expansions amid mounting costs for developers that will likely translate into higher energy bills for families and businesses.
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Saddle River Nj, early this morning The Saddle River Fire Department responded to a single car motor vehicle crash involving power lines on the East Road. Saddle River Fire Department units 1131,1141,1130,1140,1151, mitigated the scene by securing the area and turning the scene over to Orange and Rockland Power for the utility repairs. No injuries reported .
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Fort lee NJ, The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey welcomed five officers and their canines to the Port Authority Police Department (PAPD) K-9 unit in a graduation ceremony held today at Newark Liberty International Airport. Canines Mag, Bruce, Mimmo, Stuey and Amo were named in honor of fallen 9/11 PAPD officers.
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Ridgewood NJ, TIES (Teens in Emergency Services) is our youth division of Ridgewood Emergency Services with high school students interested in all facets of healthcare and public safety, who complete trainings and drills as well as volunteer in the community. They did a great job volunteering at Ridgewood’s annual Downtown for the Holiday’s event!
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Paramus NJ, according to Paramus police Chief Kenneth Ehrenberg , A scam artist who demanded $15,000 from a Paramus mom to bail her daughter out of jail, was lured into a trap by the mother she tried to con.
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Ridgewood NJ, during the holidays, as the volume of home deliveries surges due to gift giving,and so does the chance that so-called porch pirates will grab parcels right off your front stoop. Roughly between 30% and 50% of Americans have had at least one package stolen.
Continue reading ‘Porch pirates’ stole an estimated 260 million packages in the last year!
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Ridgewood NJ, after two years of disruption by COVID-19, more Americans are planning holiday travel this year, even exceeding pre-pandemic levels.
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