Online gambling is growing at rapid speeds, and part of that growth has been that many states across the US are relacing their gambling rules – and looking to the UK for a framework.
Online gambling: UK vs. New Jersey
Suspect Who Tried to Run Down Clifton Police Officers Still at Large
SUSPECT: Alberto J. Maymi-Sepulveda
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Clifton NJ, on 6/18/22, Clifton Police officers responded to the area of Valley Road on the report of a suspicious act in progress. Once our officers arrived on scene, one of the involved parties; specifically, Alberto J. Maymi-Sepulveda (42 years of age), began to flee the scene in a vehicle. While in the process of doing so, he slammed the door on the officer who was attempting to stop him. The suspect then accelerated and struck the officer with the vehicle as he fled from the scene. (The officer suffered arm contusions as a result of the incident).
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The Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP): The Complete Guide
The Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) is a government-funded program that assists low-income, elderly, and disabled individuals. CDPAP helps people with disabilities live more independently and participate in society. The program offers a variety of services, including help with personal care, medication management, transportation, and more. CDPAP can be a valuable resource for individuals who need assistance but don’t have the means to pay for it.
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Ho-Ho-Kus Police Warn of Increase in Vehicle Thefts During Daylight Hours
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Ho-Ho-Kus Police warn of an increase in vehicle thefts due to keys/key fobs being left in vehicles continues in Ho-Ho-Kus and surrounding towns. This is occurring during DAYLIGHT HOURS as well as overnight.
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Uber’s Attempt at World Domination
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Ridgewood NJ, A trove of internal Uber documents has leaked. The Uber Files consists of over 124,000 documents from between 2013 and 2017 and its not pretty. They show how Uber tried to gain support by discreetly courting government bureaucrats and world leaders. The documents also reveal how the company prepared a kill switch to shut off its computer systems to prevent authorities from successfully investigating its business.
Watch Out Ridgewood Pickleball Is the Fastest-growing Sport in America
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Ridgewood NJ, according USA Pickleball is the National Governing Body for the sport of pickleball, with over 4.8 million participants nationwide, and a growth of 39.3% over the last two years, pickleball was officially announced as the fastest-growing sport in America for the second year in a row, according to The Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) 2022 Sports, Fitness, and Leisure Activites Topline Participation Report that was just released.
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No Injuries Reported at Hackensack Taco Bell Fire
photos courtesy of City of Hackensack Fire Department
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Hackensack NJ, on Sunday July 10th 2nd platoon operated at 500 South River Street Taco Bell for a fire in the cockloft. Hackensack Fire Companies work extensively to open up the exterior wall and the roof area to contain the fire. Fire was brought under control in 45 Minutes. Englewood Fire, Teaneck Fire and Bogota Fire assisted at the scene. No injuries reported Fire is currently under investigation.
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Glen Rock Police Vehicle Chase Ends in Saddle River Where Occupants Were Finally Apprehended
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Glen Rock NJ, on Monday July 4th at 1:27 AM , while on patrol, Sgt. Carter observed a dark colored SUV traveling on Route 208 Northbound with no working tail lights. Glen Rock Police Sgt. Carter attempted to conduct a motor vehicle stop with the vehicle, but the vehicle accelerated and continued to travel into Wyckoff. Sgt. Carter ceased his attempt to stop the car and notified surrounding towns of the vehicle description and reason for the attempt to stop. A short time later, the Saddle River Police Department came across the vehicle and the occupants fled on foot. All the occupants were later apprehended, and the adult driver faces several motor vehicle charges for the infractions that occurred in Glen Rock.
New Environmental Justice Rule Could Sink New Jersey’s Economy Once and For All
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Trenton NJ, NJBIA Vice President of Government Affairs Ray Cantor will testify today that a new environmental justice rule proposed by the state Department of Environmental Protection runs the risk of negatively impacting residents economically in communities designated as overburdened.
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Why shouldn’t you use auto parts on a boat
When you need a new part for your boat, you probably head to a marine retailer. When you need a new part for your car, you probably head to an automotive retailer. This is because boat parts and automotive parts are different. To arrange your boat parts, you need tool holders including a plier holder for the boat. Continue reading Why shouldn’t you use auto parts on a boat
Glen Rock Police Investigate Possible Luring Incident
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Glen Rock NJ, on Wednesday the 29th of June at 5:20 PM , a Glen Rock parent reported that their 11-year-old son was approached by the occupant of a black landscaping truck which had stopped next to the boy as he was walking along Highland Road about one hour prior to the report. The boy reportedly ran off and was not followed. He could not provide a further description.
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Bergen County Narcotic Task Force Nabs Man with over 15 pounds of Fentanyl and over 6 pounds of Heroin in Ridgefield Park
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Ridgefield Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of CARLOS FRANCISCO OLIVAR GOMEZ (DOB: 03/09/1980; married; painter) of 3710 W. Cold Spring Lane, Baltimore, Maryland on charges of possession with intent to distribute controlled dangerous substances, specifically fentanyl and heroin. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and the Ridgefield Park Police Department under the direction of Chief Joseph Rella.
The New Move Over Law in New Jersey
file photos by Boyd Loving (bike accidents in Ridgewood )
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Upper Saddle River NJ, the 2021 New Jersey Safe Passing Law is designed to remind motorists that they must share the roads with those who are not in vehicles, whether they are bicyclists, pedestrians forced to walk down a road with no sidewalks, or those with mobility challenges who are on motorized scooters.
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING JULY 13, 2022 8:00 P.M.
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
VILLAGE COUNCIL
REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING
JULY 13, 2022
8:00 P.M.
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Linda McNamara Passed Away Over the Weekend And Will Be Sorely Missed by the Village of Ridgewood
photo from Saurabh Dani
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Ridgewood NJ, long time resident Linda McNamara passed away over the weekend :
Ridgewood NJ, Linda Leigh McNamara, nee Bareford, the loving wife of Frank McNamara, and mother of Thomas, Andrew, Katherine, and Margaret McNamara quietly passed away at her home in Ridgewood, New Jersey.
