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Wall Street NY, Federal authorities in Newark have dismantled a sophisticated, multi-million dollar securities fraud network that used stolen medical data and fake press releases to manipulate the stock market.
Continue reading Massive $41M Takedown: Six Charged in Elaborate Cancer Drug Insider Trading Scheme
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Ridgewood NJ, Forget the beach—the most exclusive destination for 2026 is 200 miles above the Earth. What was once the stuff of science fiction has officially become a billion-dollar industry.
Continue reading Vacationing Among the Stars: The 2026 Guide to Space Tourism and Orbital Hotels
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Lodi NJ, a months-long investigation into a terrifying armed home invasion in Lodi, New Jersey, has culminated in the arrest of four individuals, including a resident of River Edge.
Continue reading Masked Gunmen in Lodi: River Edge Resident Among 4 Arrested
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Lyndhurst NJ, Looking for a majestic way to kick off the New Year? There is no symbol more powerful than the Bald Eagle, and in North Jersey, these iconic raptors are staging a historic return.
Continue reading 2026 Festival Celebrates Miraculous Bald Eagle Comeback
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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, If you drove past the corner of Route 17 and Williams Avenue in Hasbrouck Heights this week, you saw something incredible: a piece of New Jersey history hovering in mid-air.
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Montvale NJ, A high-stakes legal battle that could reshape New Jersey’s suburban landscape is heading to federal court. U.S. District Court Judge Zahid Quraishi—the same judge who shook NJ politics by striking down the “county line” ballot system—has signaled he is ready to dive into the state’s controversial new affordable housing law.
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SADDLE RIVER, NJ — A major leadership transition is underway in one of Bergen County’s most dedicated volunteer organizations. After more than seven years at the helm, Chief William “Billy” Salvatori has officially concluded his tenure as Chief of the Saddle River Fire Department (SRFD).
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Wall Street – New York , On January 1, 2026, Warren Buffett ended his legendary seven-decade career, stepping down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway ($BRK.A, $BRK.B). At 95 years old, the man widely considered the greatest investor of all time is passing the torch to his hand-picked successor, Vice Chair Greg Abel.
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MINNEAPOLIS, MN — As the massive $250 million Feeding Our Future fraud case moves into its final stages, the legal consequences for those who exploited child nutrition programs are becoming clear.
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TEHRAN, IRAN — A catastrophic economic collapse has ignited a firestorm of civil unrest across Iran, culminating in a government-ordered nationwide shutdown on Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
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Paramus NJ, Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus faced a terrifying moment on Tuesday night, December 30, 2025, when a teenager was spotted brandishing a handgun inside the mall.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood has officially turned the page on a long chapter of administrative tension. Sources confirm that James McGrath, a seasoned infrastructure expert and the current Municipal Engineer for the City of Paterson, has been selected as the new Village Engineer.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The next generation of American leadership is blooming in Bergen County. Grace Kim, a senior at Ridgewood High School, has been named one of only two students to represent the entire state of New Jersey in the 64th annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP).
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TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON , NJ — A quiet Bergen County neighborhood was the scene of a terrifying New Year’s Eve confrontation as masked burglars broke into a home while the resident was still inside.
The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, December 31, 2025, has sparked an urgent warning from the Township of Washington Police Department as they hunt for three suspects involved in what appears to be a targeted attempt to steal high-end vehicles.
Continue reading New Year’s Eve Nightmare: Masked Intruders Confront Homeowner in Twp of Washington
