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The Ridgewood Friends of Music 4th Annual Song-Writing Competition

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CALLING ALL COMPOSERS!

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Friends of Music reminds all students that their 4th Annual Songwriting Contest is open until December 1st – all submissions are due then. Students of any age are invited to write a song for any instrument(s), voice, or combination. Any style and any length accepted. Entries are grouped by age and are judged by professional composers and musicians. The winners in each category may have their pieces premiered at the Friends of Music Concert in January 2023! Go to www.ridgewoodfriendsofmusic.org and click on “Events” for more details and the application forms.

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Columbia Bank Hosts Annual Week of Giving to Assist New Jersey Communities in Need Team Columbia Volunteers Unite to Spread Holiday Cheer

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Fair Lawn NJ,  Columbia Bank is pleased to announce its continued support of  New Jersey communities in need, by hosting its annual Week of Giving. During the week of November 14th,  2022, nearly 100% of “Team Columbia” employees donated their time to volunteer and make a meaningful  impact at local organizations throughout the state. Additionally, over 150 turkeys were donated to those in  need. 

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5 Most Common Mistakes to Avoid When Renting a Vehicle

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Car rental services are among the most useful and popular today. They are in demand among individual and business customers. However, many people make mistakes starting from choosing a vehicle. This article discusses common mistakes to avoid when using car rental services.

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Basil Pizzuto, an Assistant Principal at Ridgewood High School, died Suddenly on Wednesday

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Ridgewood NJ Basil Pizzuto, an assistant principal at Ridgewood High School, died on Wednesday November 23rd of an aortic aneurysm just one day shy of his 50th birthday . Incident response protocols were activated immediately following reports of Pizzuto passing out. Pizzuto was an assistant principal at Ridgewood High School, a Saddle Brook Volunteer Fire Fighter and  the leader of St. Philip’s Music Ministry.

His Facebook page : https://www.facebook.com/basil.pizzuto . We will publish more information as it become available.

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I Guess There Is Just No Substitute for Real Meat

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Ridgewood NJ, Thanksgiving puts food on the forefront of peoples minds. Beyond Meat, a “woke food”  and plant-based meat substitute company, is struggling to sell its products as consumers are rejecting them as they consider plant-based meats “woke,” Bloomberg reported Monday.

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Driver Walks Home After Rollerover Crash in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, a Tuesday night, 11/22, single vehicle rollover crash in Ridgewood may have been caused by the vehicle’s driver falling asleep at the wheel. The 4-door Toyota Camry rolled on its side after striking a tree located in the 400 block of Berkshire Road, Ridgewood. After being evaluated on scene by Ridgewood Emergency Services EMTs, the driver refused medical aid and walked to his home, which was just a few hundred feet away from the crash site. A hydraulic lift tow truck righted the vehicle and removed it from the scene. Ridgewood Police and Ridgewood Fire Department units also responded to the incident. Police at the scene did not indicate whether any summonses would be issued in connection with the mishap.

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How to Become an Online Pro Gambler: 5 Tips for Beginners

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Everyone fancies the idea of making money while doing what they love. For this reason, many people admire professional gamblers — making money by simply playing their favorite games like slot gacor. However, most people fail to understand that climbing the ladder of success in professional gambling is a steep process that takes years to perfect. 

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Catholic Charities to give out thousands of pounds of food just in time for Thanksgiving, and over 5,000 Christmas and holiday gifts

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Paterson NJ, “Hunger and poverty are their own epidemics, especially during this critical time.  With so many of our sisters and brothers struggling, organizations like Catholic Charities are a lifeline.  Last Thanksgiving, we gave out over 8,000 turkeys and chickens to those most in need, and over 5,000 Christmas and holiday gifts. The support from the community is incredible and always needed,” said Scott Milliken, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson CEO.

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Smart Ways to Win Online Slots

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Learning the smartest ways to win slots takes time. Slots machines are random. Therefore, regardless of your skill level, you still need to learn. However, the trick is to know the best ways to improve your skills to win. Although some people play slots for fun, the ultimate goal is to win for most. On a perfect day, playing slots can make you lots of money. This game is also popular on many online websites. But a few people know how to win slot machines. Have you experienced a string of losses when playing slot? Keep reading. Below are smart ways you can win slots. They include:

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Democratic Majority Stonewalls Legislative Investigation of Veterans Home Failures

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Trenton NJ, the sixteen members of the Senate Republican caucus sent a letter today to Senate President Nicholas Scutari urging the Democratic Majority to stop stonewalling a legislative investigation of continuing failures at State-run veterans homes that have resulted in hundreds of unnecessary deaths since the start of the pandemic.

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SEEKING RIDGEWOOD RESIDENTS TO VOLUNTEER TO SERVE ON VARIOUS BOARDS AND COMMITTEES DEADLINE – 12/9/2022

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Village Council is looking for residents who are interested in volunteering to serve on the following Boards and Committees: The Planning Board, the Zoning Board of Adjustment, The Library Board of Trustees, The Parks, Recreation, and Conservation Board, The Citizens Safety Advisory Committee, The Central Business District Advisory Committee, the Open Space Committee, The Shade Tree Commission, Green Ridgewood, Ridgewood Green Team, Project Pride Committee, The Ridgewood Community Center Advisory Board, The Ridgewood Arts Council, The Stigma Free Task Force, The Kasschau Memorial Shell Committee, and the Historic Preservation Commission, for a Class C member.

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Linear Motion System Guide: Attributes and Advantages

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Linear motion systems are becoming increasingly popular in a wide range of industries. They offer a number of advantages and attributes that can be extremely beneficial for certain applications. In this guide, we will discuss the key features and benefits of linear motion systems. We’ll also take a look at some of the most common applications for these systems.

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Stockton Poll Finds Inflation Taking Some of the Cheer Out of Holiday Spending and Travel

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Galloway NJ, Inflation is making the holidays a bit less merry, as many in New Jersey are cutting back on gift-giving or seasonal travel, according to a Stockton University Poll released Monday.

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6.3 Million Travelers Expected to Use Port Authority Airports and Bridges and Tunnels During Thanksgiving Holiday

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More than 6.3 Million Travelers Expected to Use Port Authority Airports and Bridges and Tunnels During Thanksgiving Holiday; Plan Ahead for Heavy Traffic, Longer Wait Times at Airports 

Air Travelers Should Arrive to Airports at Least 2 to 3 Hours Prior to Departure Depending on Destination, Anticipate Longer Waits at TSA Security Checkpoints

Port Authority, MTA Strongly Encourage Public Transit Use to Airports

Port Authority Will Suspend Non-Emergency Lane Closures at Vehicle Crossings to Accommodate Higher Volume Over Thanksgiving Holiday

PATH to Add Service on Thanksgiving; 9 St and 23 St Stations Will Remain Open at all Hours Over Holiday Weekend

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Fort Lee NJ, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced today that more than 6.3 million air passengers and vehicles are expected to use its airports and vehicular crossings from Wednesday to Monday, Nov. 23 to 28.

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