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Ridgewood NJ, the era of scrolling in the hallways is officially coming to an end in the Garden State. On January 15, 2026, the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) released its highly anticipated updated guidance for “bell-to-bell” cell phone policies.
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Hackensack NJ, a high-stakes detention hearing in Hackensack has revealed the “horrifying” details of a random act of violence that has left an 8-year-old girl with life-altering injuries.
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Ridgewood NJ, as a service to our readers, here is a listing of commercial properties in Ridgewood owned by Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos:
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FRANKLIN LAKES, NJ — Parents and students at Ramapo High School (RHS) were left with more questions than answers this week following a cryptic message from the district office.
On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, a text notification informed the community that Assistant Principal Claudia Dargento is “presently in charge” of the high school. However, the message notably failed to mention the school’s long-standing leader, Principal Travis Smith, or explain his sudden absence.
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Paramus NJ, The legal firestorm surrounding Paramus Catholic High School continues to grow. On January 14, 2026, a new sexual assault lawsuit was filed against the school, the Archdiocese of Newark, and the Christian Brothers, centering on the alleged actions of former teacher and hockey coach Bernard Garris.
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Paramus NJ, In a major win for consumer transparency, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that Apple Inc. has been hit with its largest-ever penalty for violating New Jersey’s Merchandise Pricing Act. The tech giant has agreed to pay $150,000 and overhaul its in-store operations after state investigators discovered widespread pricing violations across every Apple Store location in New Jersey.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood’s culinary scene is about to get a major upgrade. Chef Claudia Rovegno, the mastermind behind the beloved flagship restaurant From Scratch, has officially announced her next venture: Pizza by From Scratch.
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Mahwah NJ, A high-stakes plot to crack a safe at a prominent Route 17 car dealership has been foiled, and police say the call was coming from inside the house.
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Saddle River NJ, Bergen County residents are on high alert after a terrifying incident in Saddle River this week. On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, a resident in the Burning Hollow section reported that their small dog was attacked and dragged into the woods by a coyote.
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Ridgewood NJ, the wait for a more reliable Northeast Corridor is almost over, but New Jersey commuters will have to endure one final “patience test” first.
Starting February 13, 2026, Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT will begin the critical “cutover” process to transfer rail service from the 114-year-old, failure-prone Portal Bridge to the brand-new Portal North Bridge. While this marks a historic milestone for the $1.5 billion Gateway Program, it comes with a catch: four weeks of significant service changes affecting nearly every rail line in the state.
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Passaic NJ, The political landscape in North Jersey just got a major jolt of star power and legal muscle. Tiffany Burress, a seasoned Passaic County attorney and wife of former New York Giants Super Bowl hero Plaxico Burress, has officially launched her campaign for New Jersey’s 9th Congressional District.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 is back with another edition of “Meet the Members Monday.” This week, we’re stepping inside the firehouse to introduce you to one of our newest faces on the front lines: Thomas Malone.
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Westwolod NJ, Bergen County is about to get a major dose of “The Real Thing.” Teresa Giudice, the iconic star of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, and her daughter Gia Giudice have officially announced their newest venture: an upscale Italian restaurant named Il Vero.
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Ridgewood NJ, The curtain is rising on a major milestone in Bergen County! On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, the Village of Ridgewood Council officially presented a Proclamation to the producers of RHS Jamboree, recognizing eight decades of community spirit, theatrical flair, and life-changing philanthropy.
