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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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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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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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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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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Continue reading NJ State Police Arrest Man Who Fired a Gun at a Motorist on Garden State Parkway
Addiction is a growing problem worldwide. Thankfully there are numerous resources available to help with recovery. There are a wealth of methodologies and practices that have been proven to help those suffering from addiction. However, it’s becoming more and more common to use a whole-person approach to addiction treatment. That means that during your fight with addiction, other things are taken into consideration as well, such as mental health, overall physical health, and general well-being. One of the things that many therapists have discovered to improve the quality of life during recovery and help combat addiction is meditation. So, let’s look at some of the top meditation techniques to fight addiction.
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Ridgewood NJ, President Joe Biden’s first year in office has been a failure, according to a majority of voters who say the Democrat has left the country more divided than when he was inaugurated.
A new national telephone and online survey by Rasmussen Reports finds that just 12% of Likely U.S. voters rate Biden’s first year in office Very Successful, while another 26% say his first year as president has been Somewhat Successful. Ten percent (10%) believe Biden has been Somewhat Unsuccessful during his first year in office, while 50% rate his first year Very Unsuccessful. (To see survey question wording, click here.)
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Ridgewood NJ, according to the CDC , Natural immunity from prior infection led to levels of protection against the Delta variant of COVID-19 than vaccination alone.
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Kratom can be understood as a psychoactive substance that can be used recreationally and medicinally. But in recent times, amidst so much Stress, Kratom is also being used to remedy anxiety. But as all the Kratom fans know about its different types, it becomes difficult for the consumers to identify which one should be used. Among the different types of Kratom, Red Sumatra Kratom powder is commonly considered one of the best accessible red strains. The health advantages of Red Sumatra leaves are numerous. It has qualities similar to opioids, making it ideal for treating pain and stress symptoms. Thus Kratom is used by an estimated 5 million people in the United States.
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“an egregious act of government overreach that impacts small businesses”
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Trenton NJ, New Jersey Restaurant & Hospitality Association President and CEO Dana Lancellotti has issued the following statement regarding Governor Murphy signing Assembly Bill 6246 into law:
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Paramus NJ, Senator Anthony M. Bucco said group homes and long-term care facilities are almost certain to face a staffing crisis resulting from a new executive order by Governor Phil Murphy.
“Nursing homes, group homes, and veterans homes are already struggling to find enough skilled staff to care for New Jersey’s most vulnerable residents,” said Bucco (R-25). “By eliminating the testing alternative to vaccination for workers in these settings, Governor Murphy is virtually guaranteeing that residents will face a shortage of caregivers. That will lead to unnecessary tragedies in facilities that have already sustained thousands of deaths during the pandemic.”
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Newark NJ, Warnings of a “catastrophic disruption” to the air travel industry have subsided, for now as AT&T and Verizon rolled out their 5G coverage countrywide Wednesday . The 5G coverage however won’t happen near some airports.
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Demarest NJ, Academy of the Holy Angels sophomore Natalie Yoo will be playing violin for the North Jersey School Music Association’s Region I Orchestra. Yoo quickly rose to the top as she participated in the rigorous audition process.
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Ridgewood NJ, With traffic congestion costing U.S. drivers an average of 36 hours and $564 during 2021, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2022’s Best & Worst States to Drive in, New Jersey surprisingly did not do as poorly as expected . We all noticed the increasing congestion and massive traffic backup’s on Route 4 and Route 17 . New Jersey placed 38 overall with a score of 53.75 . We ranked 36th in cost of ownership, 48th Traffic & Infrastructure and amazingly ,ranked 4th in safety.
