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Ridgewood Crew Rows to Three Golds, Eight Overall Medals at 2026 Philly City Championships

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At the 2026 City Championships in Philadelphia, members of the Ridgewood Crew team pose at the end of a long Sunday of racing with their medals, their trophies, and their parents. (Credit: Boris Roque Alvarez)

Ridgewood’s 16 entries was the second-highest number at the regatta and its eight total medals earned tied two others teams for the most overall

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Two freshmen and a pair of seniors led the way for the Ridgewood Crew this past weekend at the Philadelphia Scholastic Rowing Association’s 2026 City Championships, winning three races while the team claimed eight podium finishes in total. 

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From Scandal to Gold Standard: The Remarkable Turnaround of Palisades Park Police Department

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A New Era of Policing: How Palisades Park PD Earned the “Gold Standard” of Reform

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Palisades Park NJ, The Palisades Park Police Department is making headlines for all the right reasons. After decades of scrutiny and leadership instability, the department has officially been granted accreditation by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP).

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Doctors by Day, Rockstars by Night: Why These Top Surgeons are Battling in NYC This May

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Stethoscopes to Setlists: Hackensack’s “Docs That Rock” Hit the Stage for a Major Cause

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Hackensack NJ, What happens when the region’s top surgeons trade their scalpels for Stratocasters? You get LiveStream, a high-energy rock band comprised of medical powerhouses from Hackensack Meridian Health.

This May, these healthcare heroes are stepping out of the OR and into the spotlight for an epic Battle of the Bands in New York City. The goal? To rock the house while raising vital funds for the American Urological Association (AUA).

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First Steel Beams Placed: A Look Inside the Massive Midtown Bus Terminal Transformation

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A New Era for Midtown: First Steel Beams Rise for the Massive Bus Terminal Redevelopment

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New York NY, The skyline of Midtown West is officially shifting. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has reached a “steel-in-the-ground” milestone for the ambitious Midtown Bus Terminal Replacement project, signaling the beginning of the end for the city’s most notorious eyesore.

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Greenmail or Genius? The Hidden Motives Behind GameStop’s Massive Bid for eBay

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David vs. Goliath 2.0: GameStop Launches Audacious $56 Billion Bid to Acquire eBay

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Ridgewood NJ, In a move that has sent shockwaves through Wall Street and the e-commerce world, GameStop Corp. has officially launched a $56 billion bid to acquire eBay Inc. This isn’t just a standard merger; it is a bold, high-stakes play by GameStop Chairman Ryan Cohen to swallow a company four times the size of his own. If successful, it would represent one of the most improbable corporate takeovers in retail history.

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Close Call at EWR: NTSB Investigates After United Boeing 767 Clips Light Pole

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NTSB Launches Investigation into United Airlines Boeing 767 “Light Pole” Accident at Newark Airport

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Newark NJ, A routine landing at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) turned into a federal investigation this Sunday after a United Airlines Boeing 767 struck a light pole during its final approach.

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Is Your Commute Getting Priceless? New PATH Fare Hikes and Massive Service Upgrades Explained

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PATH Fare Hikes

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Hoboken NJ, If you rely on the PATH train to get between New Jersey and New York City, your morning routine is about to look—and cost—a little different. Starting May 4, 2026, riders will see the second fare increase in two years, but there’s a major silver lining: the most significant service expansion in nearly a quarter-century.

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Student Loan Consolidation Calculator: Estimate Your Savings

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Estimating how much you can save through student loan consolidation can feel confusing at first, especially when you are juggling multiple loans with different rates and payment schedules. A consolidation calculator helps bring clarity to the process by giving you a side-by-side comparison of your current obligations and what a new consolidated loan might look like. This makes it easier to determine whether student loan consolidation could simplify your payments or reduce the overall cost of your debt.

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Why Quality Sleep Matters More Than You Think

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Sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice when life gets busy. Late-night work, endless scrolling on phones, or early morning commitments can easily push rest to the bottom of our priority list. But what many people don’t realize is that quality sleep is not a luxury—it is a biological necessity that affects nearly every aspect of health and performance.

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Ancient Techniques for Modern Health Challenges

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Many people struggle with chronic pain, persistent fatigue, and elevated stress levels. Conventional medicine offers valuable treatments, but individuals increasingly seek alternative ways to support their physical and mental health. Centuries-old healing practices provide effective tools to address these complex conditions. These natural methods focus on restoring harmony within the physical body rather than merely suppressing symptoms. People want sustainable solutions that do not involve heavy medications or invasive procedures.

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Ridgewood Launches Major Downtown Parking Survey

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Have Your Say: Ridgewood Launches Major Downtown Parking Survey to Fix CBD Frustrations

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Ridgewood NJ, Whether you are a daily commuter, a local business owner, or someone who just loves dining at Ridgewood’s premier restaurants, the Village of Ridgewood wants to hear from you.

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Fatal Market Street Fire: Bergen County Arson Task Force Investigating Tragedy in Elmwood Park

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Tragedy on Market Street: Fatal House Fire Under Investigation in Elmwood Park

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Elmwood Park NJ, A somber scene unfolded in Elmwood Park, New Jersey, on Friday afternoon as a fast-moving house fire claimed the life of a local resident. The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and local authorities have launched a full-scale investigation into the origin and cause of the blaze.

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Federal Crackdown in NJ: Four Charged with Illegal Voting in Presidential Elections

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New Jersey Election Integrity: Four Residents Charged with Illegal Voting and Citizenship Fraud

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Trenton NJ, Federal authorities in Newark have officially cracked down on a string of election-related crimes, charging four New Jersey residents for allegedly casting illegal ballots in federal elections. The charges, announced by U.S. Attorney Robert Frazer on Friday, May 1, 2026, follow a year-long investigation into noncitizen voting and naturalization fraud.

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Hackensack School Crisis: $7M Emergency Budget Cut Deadline Could Trigger State Takeover

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Hackensack Schools Under Siege: County Demands $7M in Emergency Cuts to Avoid State Takeover

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HACKENSACK, NJ — The financial crisis gripping the Hackensack Public School district has reached a tipping point. With a looming deadline of Wednesday, May 6, 2026, the Board of Education is racing to slash an additional $7 million from its budget after the county executive superintendent rejected their initial proposal for not being “aggressive enough.”

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Spirit Airlines Shuts Down : Senator Elizabeth Warren’s Merger Block Kills 17,000 Jobs

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Spirit Airlines Shuts Down: Critics Blame Warren & Biden-Era Merger Block for “17,000 Lost Jobs”

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Waswhington DC, The “Yellow Plane” era has officially come to an end, and the political fallout is just beginning. On Saturday, May 2, 2026, Spirit Airlines announced an immediate cessation of all operations, grounding its fleet and leaving thousands of travelers stranded across the globe.

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