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County Breaks Ground on Wild Duck Pond Restoration in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ,  today Bergen County broke ground on a cornerstone ecological restoration project that will return the beloved Wild Duck Pond in Ridgewood to that of its glory days, preserving it for the enjoyment of future generations. The restoration is expected to be complete next year and through the construction of stormwater treatment wetlands as well as the installation of a new pond liner, the project will restore ecological functions of the pond, enhance public use, and prevent the threat of fish kills from lack of oxygen. This is yet another project underway in our nearly 10,000 acres of Bergen County Parks System, which demonstrates both the Bergen County Board of Commissioners and administration’s continued commitment to the preservation of open space, the protection of our environment, and the enhancement of our parks.

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New Jersey Imposes New Fee With Legalization Of Marijuana

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As marijuana bills shape the nation, New Jersey joined the party. The recent push to legalize recreational marijuana in New Jersey will include a “social equity” tax according to recent reports. That means that the tax will benefit communities of color disproportionately affected by drug laws. The report states that bills by the Senate and Assembly will allow the Cannabis Regulatory Commission to levy “an optional social equity excise fee” for programs geared towards alleviating racial disparities. 

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“OnlyFans” Drops Porn

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Ridgewood NJ, just when you thought tings cant get any worse with COVID lockdowns  , the social media site “OnlyFans” will ban sexually explicit material on its platform from October 1 to comply with the requests of its banking partners and payout providers. The company has yet to reveal its new rules, but nudity will still be allowed. OnlyFans is having trouble attracting investors due to its racy content. The company, founded in 2016, has 200 employees, 150 million registered users, and over 1.5 million content creators. It has paid out over $3 billion in creator earnings since its founding.

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Paladin Drones’ Launches “Knighthawk” First Responder Drone

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Ridgewood NJ, the Knighthawk is a drone designed for emergency response personnel. It has a 10x optical zoom camera, a thermal camera, and 55 minutes of flight time. 911 operators can place a pin on a map to direct the drone to sites within seconds of a call being made. No special hardware needs to be installed in the city for the drones to process their surroundings. The FAA has strict rules around visual line of sight for drone operators, so the company behind the Knighthawk has to collect extensive data to get operating waivers, which it has done so far for the two cities it works with.

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10 Tips for Choosing the Right College

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As high school graduation nears, it is time to start gathering information on colleges you want to attend and make probably the most difficult decision so far. Away from the movies in which the best College is the furthest one, choosing a college can be a daunting task. With so much information to collect and process before making the decision of which college to apply to this year, you may need some help. What follows are the top 10 Tips for Choosing the Right College this year. 

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Raise Trout in Your Classroom

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Ridgewood NJ, Trout in the Classroom registration will close on September 10 for the 2021-2022 school year. Not familiar with this middle school-geared program? Consider joining this hands-on science-based program that currently reaches 40,000 students a year! Raise trout from eggs to fingerlings to release while discovering the importance of clean, cold water not only for trout but also for other organisms – including people!

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Bookends Bookstore, Paterson Public School & Paterson Reads Present: Summer Reading Book Bundles to Benefit Paterson Public School Students K-8th

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GIVE A CHILD IN PATERSON the GIFT OF SUMMER READING. Donate books to a child in the grade of your choice by clicking on the book image(s) below. Each bundle include 5 or 6 books specially selected for that grade. We have discounted the books with our teachers discount. Books will be delivered weekly to the students!

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NJ State Troopers to Set Up Sobriety Checkpoint in Ocean County on Saturday

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Ocean County NJ,  in an effort to make our roads safer and reduce crashes attributed to driving while under the influence, the New Jersey State Police will set up a sobriety checkpoint on Saturday, August 21, in the Toms River Township, Ocean County area.

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Tired Of Your Messy Garage? Here’s What You Should Do

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It’s no secret that garage spaces can get messy and cluttered, but it doesn’t have to be this way! This article will help you clean up your garage so that it is a more pleasant place to work from. 

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72 Year Old Garfield Man Charged with Inappropriate Sexual Conduct with a Child under the Age of Sixteen

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Garfield NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of MIKULAS BANACKY (DOB: 11/17/1949; married; unemployed) of Garfield, New Jersey on charges of child endangerment and aggravated criminal sexual contact. The arrest was a result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and the Garfield Police Department under the direction of Chief Raymond Kovach.

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Sopranos Sessions: Special Theatrical Triple Feature at Bow Tie Cinemas Warner Quad in Ridgewood Tonight at 7pm

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Ridgewood NJ, Bow Tie Cinemas Warner Quad will feature a Sopranos Sessions: A Special Theatrical Triple Feature is an unforgettable cinema event offering fans of The Sopranos unique insights from the Critics, the Cast & the Creator about this epic, multi-award-winning series that is still regularly cited as being one of the best television series of all time. Acclaimed TV CRITICS Alan Sepinwall and Matt Zoller Seitz, authors of the best-selling book “The Sopranos Sessions” meet at Holsten’s in Bloomfield, New Jersey, the location of the controversial last scene of The Sopranos, to discuss the series. This cinema exclusive will also be accompanied by an intimate and hugely entertaining dinner with key members of THE CAST of The Sopranos, as they reminisce about the show.

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The Major Mental Health Benefits Of Occupational Therapy

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Occupational therapy is a great way to improve your mental health. These therapists help people develop occupational skills and find ways to do everyday tasks. In occupational therapy, people work with therapists on activities that can help them be independent and more self-sufficient in daily life. This article will provide you with the major mental health benefits of occupational therapy!

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SCAM ALERT : Email from FTC Chair Lina Khan about Coronavirus money is fake!

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Consumer Education Specialist, FTC

Ridgewood NJ, Scammers are impersonating FTC Chair Lina Khan in a new phishing scheme. The email says the FTC wants to send you Coronavirus relief funds and tells you to send some personal information, like your name, address, and date of birth. The FTC is not distributing Coronavirus economic stimulus or relief money to people. The email is a scam. Don’t reply.

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Archdiocese of Newark Parishes to Hold Special Collection for Haiti Relief Aug. 21-22

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Ridgewood NJ,  Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, has invited parishes within the Archdiocese of Newark to take up a special collection during Masses this weekend, Aug. 21-22, to help those affected by the 7.2 magnitude earthquake that devastated the southwestern region of Haiti on Aug. 14.

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5 Helpful Ideas to Support Students Who Are Now Learning Offline

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No matter how dedicated you are as a student or whether you’re in high school or college, checking your phone for new notifications is second nature. According to Inside Higher Ed, 49% of students use technology for non-learning tasks which distract them, with 68% of teachers being bothered by the fact. 

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