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Oakland NJ, a Bergen County doctor was sentenced today to 72 months in prison for distributing opioids without a legitimate medical reason and falsifying medical records to cover it up, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.
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The current job market and academic uncertainty are leading reasons for the possible decline in enrollment among American undergraduate students
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Ridgewood NJ, Intelligent.com, a trusted resource for online degree rankings and higher education planning, has published a survey report that examines expected college re-enrollment rates for fall 2022. The study highlights several factors influencing how many students will return to school or drop out for the new semester. Research experts surveyed 1,250 current undergraduate students expected to graduate in 2023 or after.
According to the report, 17 percent of students say they will not enroll in school, and 19 percent are unsure about their education plans for fall 2022. Students who started college in 2018 or earlier are most likely to drop out, with 22 percent of these students saying they don’t plan on returning in the fall. By comparison, only 12 percent of current freshmen don’t anticipate re-enrolling for the fall 2022 term. Continue reading Intelligent.com Survey Finds 36 Percent of College Students Might Drop Out of School by the Fall Semester
Continue reading Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month 5 Tips for Drivers
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Trenton NJ, Senator Joe Pennacchio expressed disappointment after the New Jersey State Board of Education refused to delay the roll-out of controversial new health and sex education standards in September.
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Carlstadt NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of IBRAHIM ASARE (DOB:5/23/1996; single; unemployed) of 254 Orange Street, Apartment 207, Newark, NJ on drug and weapons charges, and BRANDON WUSU (9/16/98; single; unemployed) of 254 Orange Street, Apartment 207, Newark, NJ on ID theft and money laundering charges. The arrests are the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love.
Continue reading Vehicle Stop in Carstadt Leads to Gun and Drug Arrest
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Ridgewood NJ, Green Way Markets of Ridgewood announces its one-year anniversary grand reopening celebration on Friday, May 6th. The community is invited to sample specialty food items, browse the aisles of the supermarket’s new design and expanded assortment, and, ask questions of Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Jacqueline Gomes who will be onsite from 10:30am – 1:30pm.
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Washington DC, on Wednesday the Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by half a percentage point, the most aggressive step yet in its fight against a 40-year high in inflation. In remarks after the Federal Open Market Committee voted to raise its key interest rate by 50-basis points for the first time since 2000, Powell rebuffed any suggestion that a mega-sized, 75-basis point increase is on the table at future meetings. The S&P 500 rose 3% following his comments, the biggest jump since May 2020.
Continue reading The Fed Wakes Up Raises its Benchmark Interest Rate by Half a Percentage Point
This is the second open letter sent to GOP congressional candidate Nick DeGregorio that attempts to pry out of his campaign his positions on important issues.
Dear Nick:
Voters deserve to know where candidates stand on issues like abortion and school curriculum. At the start of your campaign, you were the only congressional candidate who refused to be screened by a panel of statewide conservative leaders, which included New Jersey Right to Life and Pro-Second Amendment activists. You continue to avoid stating your position on these important issues.
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When most people think about lawyers, the first thing that comes to mind is criminal law. And while it’s true that criminal lawyers are in high demand, there are several other situations when you might need one as well. Here are four life situations when you need a lawyer. If you’re facing an international legal challenge, it’s important to have the expertise of an international extradition attorney who can guide you through the complexities of extradition cases. Continue reading 4 Life Situations When You Absolutely Need a Lawyer
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Trenton NJ, as part of ongoing efforts to improve motor vehicle and driver testing services, the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) today announced it has completed a rollout of web-based driver knowledge testing at high schools and driving schools around the state.
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Camden NJ, group of Camden-area drivers for the South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA) is suing union officials in federal court for seizing money from their paychecks in violation of the First Amendment. The drivers are receiving free legal aid from National Right to Work Foundation staff attorneys.
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Newark NJ, an investment fund manager was sentenced today to 109 months in prison for orchestrating a $100 million securities fraud scheme, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.
Continue reading Broad Reach Capital Mastermind of $100 Million Securities Fraud Scheme Gets Prison
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Ridgewood NJ, this weekend, Ridgewood Crew competed in a double header at the Cooper River Park in Pennsauken, NJ: The Garden State Scholastic Championship on Saturday and the Cooper Cup on Sunday.
Continue reading Ridgewood Crew Wins Sixteen Medals On the Official Start of Regatta Season
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Hackensack NJ, City of Hackensack Fire Companies responded to HUMC at 62 2nd Street for fire on the roof. The Fire involved a generator smoke stack with combustible materials at the roof line burning around the stack. Fire was brought under control in 30 minutes with no reported injuries. Companies from Englewood and Teaneck assisted on the scene. Fire is being investigated by Hackensack fire prevention.
Continue reading Fire Quickly Subdued on Rooftop of Hackensack University Medical Center
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Lyndhurst NJ, according Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella yesterday the Bergen County Regional SWAT Team and the Lyndhurst Police Department arrived to the scene of a barricaded subject at 444 Thomas Avenue in Lyndhurst. Police initially responded to the address at approximately 4:13 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3, 2022, and they have been in contact with an individual in that residence since that time. No other individuals are believed to be in the home.
Continue reading Lyndhurst Man Surrenders to Bergen County Regional SWAT after Standoff
