Your Kid’s Phone Just Got a Bodyguard: Inside the New “Parents Decide Act”
photo courtesy of U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — In an era where algorithms often have more influence over children than their own guardians, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) is drawing a line in the digital sand.
The Future of Flight is Electric: JFK and Newark Selected as Top Testing Grounds for FAA’s “Air Taxi” Revolution
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Fort Lee NJ, Forget the commute across the George Washington Bridge. The era of “Advanced Air Mobility” (AAM) is officially arriving in the New York-New Jersey metro area.
Ridgewood Approves $1.35M Cleanup: What the Schedler Property Bond Means for Your Neighborhood
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A major step toward resolving a long-standing environmental hurdle in Ridgewood was taken during the Village Council meeting on March 25, 2026. In a move that drew both support for public health and scrutiny over future land use, the council officially greenlit a significant funding package to clean up the Schedler Property.
To the Moon and Back (to IT Support): Artemis II Astronauts Face Broken Toilet and Outlook Glitches
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Moon — You can take the humans out of the office, but you can’t take the office out of the humans. Even while hurtling toward the Moon at thousands of miles per hour, there is no escaping the universal dread of a software update gone wrong.
From Personal Lawyer to Acting Attorney General: Who is Todd Blanche?
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a lightning-fast shake-up at the Department of Justice, President Trump has ousted Attorney General Pam Bondi, catapulting his former defense attorney, Todd Blanche, into the role of Acting Attorney General.
Gridlock in the Cloud: Why 100+ Robotaxis Just Froze on a Chinese Highway
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Wuhan, China, Imagine cruising down a high-speed expressway when suddenly, every car around you—all driverless—slams on the brakes and comes to a dead stop. No emergency lights, no pulling over to the shoulder, just a total fleet-wide freeze in the fast lane.
The Firehouse Dog That Never Was: Ridgewood’s “Glen” Remains an April Fools’ Legend
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Ridgewood NJ, If you were walking past the Ridgewood Fire Department this morning hoping to spot a wagging tail and a pair of floppy ears, you might have been met with a familiar grin from the crew instead.
For the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47, April 1st has become a day of legendary digital pranks. While some departments stick to tradition, Ridgewood’s social media team once sparked a local “uproar” that people are still talking about years later: The Legend of Glen the Firehouse Dog.
Road to 2026: Major Infrastructure Upgrade Kicks Off Near MetLife Stadium for FIFA World Cup
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East Rutherford NJ, The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially on, and East Rutherford is getting a facelift to handle the global spotlight.
Is the 2026 World Cup Becoming a “Tax Trap”? NJ Leaders Slam Proposed “Trenton Cash Grab”
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East Rutherford NJ, The world is coming to New Jersey in 2026, but will they be met with a massive bill before they even reach their seats?
New Jersey GOP Assemblymen Christopher DePhillips and Al Barlas are sounding the alarm on a new legislative proposal that would hike taxes, surcharges, and fees specifically for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They’re calling the move a short-sighted “cash grab” that threatens to tarnish the state’s reputation on the global stage.
The Golden Years? Not in the Garden State: Why New Jersey is 2026’s Worst State to Retire
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Ridgewood NJ, For many, the “Jersey Shore” lifestyle is the ultimate dream. But according to a new comprehensive study by Seniorly, that dream is becoming a financial nightmare for seniors. In its 2026 rankings of the best and worst states to retire, New Jersey has officially claimed the #1 spot on the “Worst” list.
Beyond Myelin: New Scientific Discovery Reveals Why Brain Cells Die in Multiple Sclerosis
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Ridgewood NJ, For decades, the fight against Multiple Sclerosis (MS) has been a race to protect one thing: myelin. But a groundbreaking study published yesterday has shifted the entire paradigm of how we understand this neurodegenerative disease.
Life-Saving Suction: Park Ridge Officers Use LifeVac to Rescue Choking Victim
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PARK RIDGE, N.J. — A terrifying choking emergency at a local establishment ended in a miracle thanks to the quick thinking of the Park Ridge Police Department and a specialized piece of medical technology.
On a routine shift that quickly turned critical, officers were dispatched to 103 Kinderkamack Road following reports of an unresponsive individual who had stopped breathing due to a severe airway obstruction.
Million-Dollar Payroll Tax Scheme: NJ EMS Company Owner Pleads Guilty to Federal Tax Evasion
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Mahwah , N.J. – A major fraud investigation has culminated in a guilty plea from the owner of multiple New Jersey-based companies. Louis V. Greco III, 38, of Highland Mills, NY, admitted today in Trenton federal court to orchestrating a multi-year scheme to evade more than $1.8 million in taxes and penalties.
Nutley Teacher Arrested: Narcotic Use Alleged While Supervising Children in Bergen County
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Nutley NJ, A Nutley, NJ woman is facing serious legal consequences following an investigation into allegations of child endangerment and substance abuse during school hours. Jenna Junio, 41, was arrested by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office on charges that have sent shockwaves through the local community.