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Washington DC, history often remembers President William McKinley for the tragic way his life ended, but his presidency was the spark that ignited the American “Century of Power.” Known as the “Tariff King” and the “Advance Agent of Prosperity,” McKinley transitioned the United States from a nation in depression to a global empire.
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Ridgewood NJ, today, Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, is Presidents Day. As a federal and bank holiday, it honors the legacies of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. While many public services are on pause, the day is also one of the busiest for retail and errands.
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Ridgewood NJ, What would you do if a pipe burst in your home while you were thousands of miles away? For one Ridgewood, NJ family traveling overseas this week, that nightmare nearly became a reality.
photos courtesy of Tabboule Lebanese Cuisine
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Ridgewood NJ, Looking for the best Mediterranean food in Bergen County? Tabboule Lebanese Cuisine in Ridgewood, NJ, isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a portal to the ancient Fertile Crescent. Known for its lively ambiance and “hidden gem” status, this local favorite serves authentic, homemade dishes where every bite represents 4,000 years of culinary evolution.
Continue reading More Than a Salad: The 4,000-Year History Behind Ridgewood’s Best Lebanese Cuisine
photos courtesy of the Hasbrouck Heights Fire Departrment
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RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ — A local family is beginning the process of recovery today after a massive 3-alarm fire tore through their Euclid Avenue home on the afternoon of February 12. While the blaze caused significant damage, officials have confirmed that all residents and first responders escaped without injury.
Continue reading 7 Towns Assist as 3-Alarm Fire Displaces Ridgefield Park Family on Euclid Avenue
Photo Courtesy of Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco
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PARAMUS, NJ — A new era of emergency medicine has arrived in Bergen County. Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, New Jersey’s largest hospital, officially cut the ribbon on a massive expansion of its Emergency Department (ED) on February 11, 2026.
Continue reading Bergen New Bridge Hospital Just Doubled Its Emergency Room Capacity
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FRANKLIN LAKES, NJ — A major turning point is arriving for one of the most significant pieces of real estate in Bergen County. The long-anticipated development proposal for the 89-acre former Cigna corporate campus has officially been submitted, with the first public hearing scheduled for Wednesday, February 18, at 7:30 p.m.
Continue reading Major Public Hearing Set for Massive Cigna Property Redevelopment in Franklin Lakes
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RIVER EDGE, NJ — Local commuters and residents should prepare for a significant disruption as the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has announced the immediate and unexpected closure of the Grand Avenue pedestrian bridge over Route 4.
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PARK RIDGE, NJ — A shocking incident involving off-duty law enforcement has led to multiple arrests and a high-profile investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office. Two police officers and two civilians are facing charges following an assault outside a Park Ridge steakhouse that left a man unconscious and seriously injured.
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Dumont, NJ — A major legal development has surfaced in a case that shocked North Jersey. Andrew LaBruno, the former Mayor of Dumont and a veteran Jersey City police sergeant, has been officially indicted by a grand jury on multiple felony charges, including the aggravated sexual assault of a minor.
Continue reading Former NJ Mayor and Cop Indicted: New Details in Aggravated Sexual Assault Case
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Ridgewood NJ, Planning your commute between New Jersey and New York City just got a bit more complicated. Due to essential Amtrak work on the new Portal North Bridge, significant service changes are coming to NJ TRANSIT and PATH starting Tuesday, February 17, through Friday, March 13, 2026.
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Ridgewood NJ, Some say the day is named after a bishop named Valentine, who was stationed in the Roman Empire. Claudius II or Claudius Gothicus was the Emperor at that time.Claudius II’s short reign was vulnerable to internal as well as external attack. There may have been a revolt in 269-270 led by a Censorinus. Claudius received the title Gothicus in recognition of his major triumph over the Goths. He thought that unmarried men made better soldiers, so he decided to make it a law that young men could not marry. Around 270 A.D., Valentine took pity on the ostracized soldiers who were not permitted to marry or see their sweethearts.
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Ridgewood NJ, for residents and customers relying on Ridgewood Water, staying informed about water safety is more critical than ever. While the utility provider issues quarterly water quality notices, a closer look at the data by concerned citizens reveals a troubling trend: PFOA and PFOS levels are not just persisting—they appear to be on the rise.
Continue reading Is Your Drinking Water Safe? Why Ridgewood Water Quality Concerns are Rising
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Ridgewood NJ, February 14 is Valentine’s Day. Although it is celebrated as a lovers’ holiday today, with the giving of candy, Valentine flowers, or other gifts between couples in love, it originated in 5th Century Rome as a tribute to St. Valentine, a Catholic bishop.
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MAYWOOD, NJ – A dangerous head-on collision disrupted the Thursday afternoon commute in Maywood, leading to the arrest of a South Hackensack man on multiple serious charges, including driving while intoxicated and drug possession.
