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Westwood NJ, A sophisticated nationwide scam has landed in Bergen County, prompting an urgent warning from local law enforcement. If an unexpected package arrives at your door with a mysterious QR code inside, you could be one click away from identity theft.
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North Arlington NJ, a routine radar patrol in Bergen County took a serious turn early Sunday morning when North Arlington police intercepted a speeding Dodge Challenger, leading to a DWI arrest and the seizure of a loaded Glock 19.
Continue reading High-Speed DWI Stop in North Arlington Ends in Gun and High-Capacity Mag Arrest
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Teaneck NJ, A 53-year-old Teaneck resident remains in serious condition following a devastating Valentine’s Day accident involving an intoxicated driver. The incident, which occurred late Friday night, has led to multiple charges against a Bogota man, according to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office.
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Ridgewood NJ, The Village of Ridgewood has announced the official return of rear-yard trash collection starting tomorrow, Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
Continue reading Ridgewood Trash Update: Rear-Yard Collection Resumes Wednesday, Feb. 18
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Ridgewood NJ, a standing-room-only crowd gathered in Ridgewood, NJ, this past week to honor the “Patron Saint of Soldiers.” On February 12, 2026, the Ridgewood Knights of Columbus Council #1736 hosted a powerful lecture exploring the life, heroism, and the accelerating canonization process of Father (Capt.) Emil Kapaun.
Continue reading From POW Camp to Sainthood: Ridgewood Event Honors Military Hero Fr. Emil Kapaun
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Ridgewood NJ, the debate over the future of Ridgewood’s landscape reached a turning point this week. Despite a wave of vocal opposition from local residents, the Village Council has officially moved forward with five key ordinances that will define the next chapter of affordable housing in the community.
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Ridgewood NJ, Property taxes are an unavoidable reality of homeownership, but where you choose to plant roots can be the difference between a comfortable retirement and a strained bank account. While taxes are rising across the United States, one state continues to hold a frustratingly familiar title.
Continue reading You Get What You Voted For: New Jersey Still Tops the Nation in Property Taxes
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Franklin Lakes NJ, it was a cold, “doe-eyed” evening in Bergen County that took a turn for the dramatic. On February 3, 2026, a local resident’s quiet evening was interrupted when they spotted a deer that had fallen through the ice and become hopelessly trapped in a frozen pond.
Continue reading Firefighters Bravely Rescue Trapped Doe from Frozen Franklin Lakes Pond
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Ridgewood NJ, The Village of Ridgewood just received a major financial “green light” for its mission to provide 100% lead-free water. Working alongside New Jersey’s congressional delegation, U.S. Senators Cory Booker and Andy Kim have secured $1.535 million in federal funding specifically for Ridgewood’s lead remediation efforts.
Continue reading Is Your Street on the List? Ridgewood Secures $1.5M for Massive Lead Pipe Overhaul
If you’ve noticed water dripping or trickling from the pipe running along the side of your water heater down toward the floor, don’t make the mistake of brushing it off as a minor inconvenience. That pipe — known as the temperature and pressure relief (T&P) valve overflow pipe — is one of the most important safety components in your home’s plumbing system. When it drips, it’s telling you something is wrong. Ignoring it could mean anything from wasted water and higher utility bills to a catastrophic tank failure.
Continue reading Water Heater Dripping From Overflow Pipe: Fixes You Shouldn’t Ignore
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Ridgewood NJ, in an increasingly digital world, there is something profoundly moving about the tactile, raw nature of paper. This month, the Village of Ridgewood invites you to slow down and experience ARTFusion 2026: Paper Trails – Stories That Connect Us, a vibrant community art initiative that proves a simple sheet of paper can tell a thousand stories.
Continue reading Forget Digital: Why This Paper-Only Art Exhibit in Ridgewood is Going Viral
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Trenton NJ, a high-stakes political battle erupted Thursday in the Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee as New Jersey Democrats pushed forward a bill (A1743) that would effectively ban law enforcement officers—including federal immigration agents—from wearing masks while on duty.
Continue reading Showdown in Trenton: NJ Democrats Move to Unmask Law Enforcement and ICE Agents
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Ridgewood NJ, the landscape of luxury real estate in New Jersey just reached a new milestone. Christina Gibbons, CEO and Broker Associate of the Ridgewood-based Christina Gibbons Group, has been exclusively invited to join the inaugural Christie’s International Real Estate Council.
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Mahwah NJ, according to former GOP congressional candidate Frank Pallotta ,last month, three heavyweights of the New Jersey Republican Party—Jose Arango (Hudson), Peter Murphy (Passaic), and Jack DeLorenzo (Bergen)—made a move that has sent shockwaves through the district. They officially endorsed Tiffany Burress for Congress in New Jersey’s 9th District.
Continue reading GOP Civil War: Backroom Deals and Foreclosure Scandals Rock NJ-9 Congressional Race
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Ridge3wood NJ, New Jersey commuters, take note: the long-awaited “Portal North Bridge” is entering its final stretch. Amtrak has begun a complex “cutover” process to transfer rail operations from the century-old, notoriously unreliable Portal Bridge to the brand-new, high-level span over the Hackensack River.
