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NJ State Police Seeking Public’s Assistance with Garden State Parkway Arson Investigation

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Brick Township NJ, The New Jersey State Police Troop “D” Criminal Investigation Office is seeking the public’s assistance with an arson investigation that occurred on the Garden State Parkway in Ocean County.
On Wednesday, January 19, at approximately 5:00 PM, troopers responded to the report of a fire in the area of milepost 91 in Brick Township. Based on the preliminary investigation, detectives determined that the fire was started by several individuals, possibly juveniles, within a drainage culvert that runs underneath the Garden State Parkway from the 91 north entrance ramp to the 91 south exit ramp.

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Columbia Bank Hires Justin Jennings, New Executive Vice President, Operations Officer

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Justin Jennings, the new Executive Vice President,  Operations Officer of Columbia Bank. Image  Courtesy of Columbia Bank.

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Fair Lawn  NJ , Columbia Bank is pleased to welcome Justin Jennings, the new Executive  Vice President, Operations Officer, effective immediately. Jennings, who replaces Brian Murphy upon his retirement  in April 2022, is responsible for the Operations division including Card Services, Deposit Operations, Loan Servicing  and the Customer Service Center.

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Christina Gibbons Group Celebrates Highly Successful 2021

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Ridgewood NJ, Christina Gibbons, Realtor-Associate® with Christie’s International Real Estate Northern New Jersey and the CEO of the Christina Gibbons Group, along with her team, is celebrating the group’s tremendous success and expansion during the 2021 year. Christina and her team closed out 2021 having generated approximately $122 million in sales across 105 transactions, with a total lifetime sales volume of over $250,000,000. They currently stand as the #1 real estate team in Ridgewood by dollar volume sales in 2021 and have secured their position as the #1 team at Christie’s Northern New Jersey based on dollar volume of sold transactions for the second year in a row.

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Does Cold Weather Affect Lip Fillers?

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The changes in weather temperatures are one which we cannot control. When it comes to cosmetic procedures, the effect on weather temperatures can determine whether one books the next appointment with the dermatologist or not.

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Human trafficking victims can have more records expunged under new law

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Trenton NJ, Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips’ bill expunging the records of human trafficking victims who were convicted of certain crimes was signed into law by Gov. Phil Murphy on Tuesday.

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Beware of those Facebook Messenger Scams

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Ridgewood NJ, The New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC ) continues to receive reports of Facebook Messenger social engineering scams. Messages are received from a Facebook account the target is “friends” with but whose account has been hacked. These messages vary but often include a link that leads to a website requesting the target’s Facebook account credentials. Some messages reported include language referring to a COVID-19 grant program and claiming the target can receive thousands of dollars. Previously reported scam messages contained phrases like “Hey I saw this video. Isn’t this you?” or claimed the sender is in trouble and needs money. These Facebook Messenger scams are prolific and have resulted in compromised Facebook accounts and monetary loss.

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Ridgewood ‘s Joe Grasso Named “Young Man of the Year”

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East Rutherford NJ, Ridgewood ‘s Joe Grasso was named  the winner of the Steve DiGregorio “Young Man of the Year” by the Super Football Conference. Grasso is a senior Maroon football player, was given two tickets to Super Bowl LVI courtesy of the New York Jets at a press conference at MetLife Stadium on Wednesday morning.

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New Centers for Disease Control Mask Guidance , Will YouTube Issue Senator (Doctor) Rand Paul An Apology On Masks?

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Ridgewood NJ, Last August, Senator Rand Paul was kicked off of YouTube’s popular platform for a week for questioning the medical value of cheap cloth masks. He is one of many commentators with serious credentials who have been suspended from media platforms for going against the COVID orthodoxy.

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Light Snow and Icy Roads This Morning in Bergen County

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Ridgewood NJ, according to the the National Weather Service ,Light to moderate snow will continue this morning. The snow will taper off by around noon. Totals in the 1 to 2 inch range can be expected by the time the snow ends. Extra caution should be used if traveling this morning. The light…

The light snowfall accumulation could result in snow covered and icy roads during this mornings commute.

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Ridgewood YMCA Job Fair Today 4:00-6:00PM.

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Ridgewood NJ, Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll enjoy the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.
Don’t forget to join us for the Ridgewood YMCA Job Fair on Thursday, January 20th from 4:00-6:00PM. We have full-time, part-time and seasonal positions available. No appointments necessary. All are welcome.
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What to Know About Boiler Care and Maintenance

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The boiler unit is something very few people will think about as they enjoy hot water and warmth in the home. But if it stops performing its proper function, then it suddenly gets all the attention. This is a situation that is best to avoid. To this end, we have assembled the following important notes and pointers that can help you keep your boiler in full function.  

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DELAYED OPENING FOR RIDGEWOOD SCHOOLS

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Ridgewood NJ, Due to the inclement weather expected tomorrow morning, all Ridgewood schools will operate under the delayed opening schedule tomorrow, January 20.  Under the delayed opening schedule, the school day will begin two hours later than usual. School bus schedules will operate two hours later.

Elementary school children who have not ordered lunch must bring a bag lunch to school. There will not be sufficient time for children to go home for lunch.

For students who walk to school, please dress warmly and allow extra time and caution while walking.

Thank you and please stay safe.

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Man Fresh Out of Detox Hijacks an Ambulance From Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, according to the Bergen County sheriff’s office, a man got into a private ambulance while it was unattended on hospital property and drove off. The man who had recently been released from a detox program at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center was arrested Wednesday in connection with the theft of an ambulance from the parking lot.

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Motor Vehicle Accident on Prospect Street and Franklin Turnpike in Waldwick

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Waldwick NJ, on Wednesday Waldwick Volunteer Fire Department units were on scene of a two car motor vehicle accident at Prospect Street and Franklin Turnpike. Fire department Crews secured both vehicles and spread speedi-Dri on the fluids that were released on the pavement. Traffic was backed up in all directions during the aftermath. Waldwick Police gave an assist at the scene .

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It’s official: Get free COVID test kits at COVIDtests.gov

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There’s a new federal resource to get free FDA-authorized coronavirus test kits. At COVIDtests.gov, you’ll find information about testing and a link to the U.S. Postal Service – special.usps.com/testkits – where you can order up to four rapid tests to be sent to your home address. Your kits will be mailed through the U.S. Postal Service within 7 to 12 days

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