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Westwood NJ, The Westwood Regional School District has officially approved a $78.9 million budget for the 2026-2027 school year, but the financial blueprint comes with a heavy price tag for both taxpayers and staff.
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Hackensack NJ, A multi-month investigation into the Hackensack Police Department has resulted in the arrest of an officer accused of forging military documents to collect thousands of dollars in unearned pay.
Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 31-year-old Forrod Bonsu on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The charges follow a collaborative investigation by the Prosecutor’s Office Confidential Investigations Unit and the Hackensack Police Department’s Professional Standards Unit.
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Ridgewood NJ, Are you passionate about keeping Ridgewood beautiful, sustainable, and environmentally resilient? The Ridgewood Village Council is officially looking for dedicated residents to bring their expertise and energy to three vital local committees.
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Ridge3wood NJ, The era of “quiet” supersonic travel is officially one step closer to reality. High above the Mojave Desert, NASA’s X-59 QueSST (Quiet SuperSonic Technology) is currently undergoing its high-stakes envelope expansion phase, proving that this “pencil-shaped” marvel is as agile as it is innovative.
Continue reading NASA’s “Quiet” Supersonic Jet Just Hit a Major Milestone in the Mojave
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Twp of Washington NJ, Residents of the Township of Washington, NJ, take note: there have been recent reports of black bear activity near The Westwood Regional Jr./Sr. High School.
While seeing a bear in a residential area can be startling, it isn’t necessarily a cause for panic. However, it is a reminder that we share our environment with powerful wild animals. To keep our community and our wildlife safe, the Washington Township Police Department is urging residents to stay vigilant and follow these essential safety protocols.
Continue reading Black Bear Alert: Recent Sightings Near Westwood Regional High School
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Ridgewood NJ, Pickleball isn’t just a backyard hobby anymore—it’s a high-stakes financial powerhouse. In a move that has sent shockwaves through the sports world, Pickleball Inc. (the parent company of Major League Pickleball and the PPA Tour) has secured a staggering $225 million investment.
Continue reading Why Apollo Just Dropped $225 Million on the Future of Pickleball
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Washington DC, The geopolitical landscape of Europe just shifted significantly. On Friday, President Trump ordered the Pentagon to withdraw approximately 5,000 U.S. service members from Germany, a move that directly follows a high-stakes public spat with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Canada experiences very volatile weather conditions that place significant stress on the widespread residential buildings nationwide. From Atlantic hurricanes to hefty prairie hailstorms, Canadian homeowners should understand how environmental stressors affect a building’s structural integrity over the long term.
There are times when fallen trees in Fredericton cause massive destruction, but the gradual erosion of roofing materials typically remains hidden for a long time. Knowing about shingles and their lifestyle enables homeowners to make informed decisions about maintenance and avoid unnecessary professional interventions.
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MAHWAH, NJ – For 35 years, she was a ghost in the system. Found dead in an Albuquerque motel in 1991, the 18-year-old girl known only as “Becca Doe” remained unidentified for decades—until a team of students at Ramapo College stepped in to restore her identity.
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FAIR LAWN, NJ – A disturbing incident at a local business led to the arrest of a Fairfield man this past weekend after he allegedly exposed himself and attacked a responding officer.
The Fair Lawn Police Department released details on Wednesday regarding the confrontation, which occurred in a parking lot on one of the borough’s busiest commercial stretches.
Continue reading Police: Man Exposed Himself, Struck Officer in Fair Lawn Parking Lot Confrontation
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MIDLAND PARK, NJ – It was a day to remember for local residents at the Northwest Senior Center. After settling in for a special screening of Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, the audience received a surprise that brought the “Jersey Shore” magic straight to Bergen County.
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HACKENSACK, NJ — Homeowners in the “City in Motion” are facing a significant financial squeeze this year. Hackensack officials have unveiled a proposed $146.45 million budget that includes a staggering 10.25% municipal tax hike, driven by skyrocketing healthcare costs and past budgeting errors.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – In a last-minute reversal that has energized the local community, the Ridgewood Board of Education has confirmed that popular gym teacher and wrestling coach Robert Franklin will no longer face a layoff.
The decision comes just days before the district’s high-stakes $134 million budget hearing scheduled for May 4, 2026.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a historic unanimous vote, the House of Representatives has passed a Senate-led bill to end the 76-day partial government shutdown—the longest in United States history. The legislation now heads to President Donald Trump’s desk for an immediate signature, bringing much-needed relief to federal agencies and workers nationwide.
Continue reading Trump to Sign Bill Ending 76-Day Historic Government Shutdown
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Washington DC, The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement just secured a massive legislative win on Capitol Hill. In a bipartisan show of force, the GOP-led House voted to strike down special protections that would have shielded pesticide manufacturers from legal liability.
