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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thousands of Americans are facing a major financial hit as the new year begins. The Department of Education has officially confirmed that the federal government will begin garnishing wages for student loan borrowers in default starting in January 2026.
Continue reading Paycheck Warning: Wage Garnishment for Defaulted Student Loans to Begin in January
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Fair Lawn, NJ — A sprawling criminal network that operated a string of illicit massage parlors across New Jersey and New York has been dismantled. Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced today that seven individuals have been charged with first-degree racketeering and promoting prostitution following a sophisticated multi-agency investigation.
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MAHWAH, NJ — The Mahwah Board of Education has set the stage for a landmark decision that could reshape the township’s educational landscape for decades. In a unanimous vote on December 17, 2025, the Board approved a two-question, $138.4 million bond referendum scheduled for March 10, 2026.
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Ridgewood-NJ-December 23, 2025: The Ridgewood Knights of Columbus Council #1736 held their annual senior citizens Christmas party in the Parish Center at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church on Sunday, December 21st. Guests were treated to a buffet lunch, entertainment, Christmas carols, and a surprise visit from Santa Claus. “We are proud to host this event every year, honoring the finest citizens of Ridgewood”, said John Walicki, Grand Knight of the Ridgewood council. “I’d especially like to thank Mark Stappenbeck for coordinating the gifts, and all of the local restaurants that assisted with the food donations”, said Walicki.
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TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey is officially one of the safest states for motorists in the nation. Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) announced today that the state’s seat belt usage rate has surged to a record-breaking 94.97% following the 2025 “Click It or Ticket” campaign.
Continue reading New Jersey Drivers Hit Historic High: Seat Belt Usage Rockets to Nearly 95%
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Ridgewood , NJ — Planning your trip to the Rockefeller Center Tree, a Broadway show, or a New Year’s Eve bash in the city? NJ TRANSIT is rolling out the red carpet for holiday travelers with massive savings and expanded schedules through January 5, 2026.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a historic shift for American taxpayers, IRS CEO and Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano has confirmed that the vast majority of middle-class families are about to see a massive financial windfall.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American economy is showing unexpected resilience as we head toward the close of 2025. In a report released by the Commerce Department on Tuesday, U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) surged at a surprising 4.3% annual rate during the third quarter (July–September).
Continue reading “Unstoppable” Consumer: US Economy Defies Predictions with Massive 4.3% Q3 Growth
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MAHWAH, NJ — The Mahwah community is mourning the loss of a local titan. Donald Minassian, a devoted coach, attorney, and the visionary founder of the Mahwah High School ice hockey program, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 71.
Continue reading Legacy of a Legend: Mahwah Mourns Donald Minassian, Founder of High School Hockey
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HO-HO-KUS, NJ — As the first snowflakes of the season begin to blanket Bergen County, the Ho-Ho-Kus Police Department is urging residents to prepare for rapidly changing road conditions.
Continue reading Winter Warning: Ho-Ho-Kus Police Issue Snow Alert and Emergency Parking Rules
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Ridgewood NJ, The celebration of Festivus begins with Airing of Grievances, a local favorite . Airing of Grievances takes place immediately after the Festivus dinner has been served. It consists of lashing out at others and the world about how one has been disappointed in the past year. Every household has its own traditions; in one house, the Airing of Grievances consisted of writing the grievances on the fridge with post it notes . The Ridgewood blog will publish “Grievances ” for the entire day of December 23rd.
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photos courtesy of the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — If you’ve taken a stroll through downtown Ridgewood lately, you may have noticed a beautiful new addition to the storefronts: 62 uniquely crafted wreaths, each telling the story of a local hero.
In a powerful display of community spirit, the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce and American Legion Post 53 have successfully launched the village’s first annual “Wreaths of Courage” campaign. This grassroots initiative has turned East Ridgewood Avenue and its surrounding streets into an outdoor gallery of gratitude, honoring both living and deceased veterans from every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.
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TRENTON, NJ — The era of scrolling during study hall may be coming to a permanent end in New Jersey. In a decisive move that has swept through the State House, New Jersey lawmakers have officially sent a bill to Governor Phil Murphy’s desk that would ban student cell phone use throughout the entire school day.
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PARAMUS, NJ — A former student has filed a harrowing new lawsuit against Paramus Catholic High School and the Archdiocese of Newark, alleging they were sexually assaulted by two prominent staff members during the mid-to-late 1980s.
“A single distraction can lead to a life-altering incident.”
photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page
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GLEN ROCK, NJ — A quiet Monday afternoon near Hamilton Elementary School turned chaotic when a sedan flipped onto its roof, trapping the driver inside.
At approximately 2:00 p.m. on Monday, December 22, 2025, emergency crews from Glen Rock and Hawthorne rushed to the 400 block of Harristown Road following reports of a violent single-vehicle rollover.
