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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — This holiday season, the American Dream Mall is transforming into a hub of hope. On Sunday, December 21, 2025, legendary blind entrepreneur and attorney Sean Callagy will join Trina’s Kids Foundation for the New Jersey stop of their 12th Annual World’s Largest Toy Drive.
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HACKENSACK, NJ — A major legal battle is unfolding in the Hackensack Public School District as the former head of Human Resources claims she was illegally fired for being a whistleblower and an “ally” of the ousted superintendent.
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EDGEWATER, NJ — A quiet Saturday morning along the Hudson River was interrupted by a police investigation after a body was discovered on the popular Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.
The discovery was made on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at approximately 7:25 a.m. Authorities were called to the scene near the Edgewater Commons Mall (555 River Road) after receiving a report of an unresponsive male on a bench behind the shopping complex.
Continue reading Investigation Underway: Body of Weehawken Man Found Along Edgewater Waterfront
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Ridgewood NJ, Traveling between New Jersey and New York is about to get more expensive. On December 18, 2025, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) Board of Commissioners officially approved a record-breaking $45 billion, 10-year capital plan alongside a $10 billion budget for 2026.
To fund massive infrastructure projects—including a brand-new Midtown Bus Terminal and an overhaul of Newark Liberty Airport—the agency is rolling out a series of toll, fare, and fee increases starting as early as January 4, 2026.
Continue reading Commuter Alert: Port Authority Approves 2026 Toll, PATH Fare, and Airport Fee Hikes
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Trenton NJ, A sobering new report from Truth in Accounting (TIA) reveals a deepening divide in the fiscal health of America. While some states are basking in “sunshine” surpluses, 25 U.S. states are currently “sinkholes,” lacking the necessary funds to pay their bills.
Continue reading Truth in Accounting Report : New Jersey in the Worst Fiscal Shape in the Nation
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Ridgewood NJ, Village Manager Keith Kazmark confirmed that the storm’s intensity felled numerous trees and triggered significant flooding, particularly in low-lying areas along the Saddle River.
Continue reading Ridgewood Storm Alert: Flooding and Downed Trees Shut Down Key Roads
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PALISADES PARK, NJ — A growing wave of residents in Palisades Park is demanding accountability as new allegations of “financial malfeasance” surface involving unused police trailers and massive budget overruns.
For months, concerned citizens have raised alarms over what they call a blatant “abuse and misuse” of taxpayer funds. At the center of the storm is a $1 million expenditure on trailers intended for police use that reportedly have never been occupied—not even for a single day.
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Montclair-Boonton Line faced a terrifying evening on Friday, December 19, 2025, when two NJ Transit trains collided near the Bay Street Station, leading to a derailment and a massive emergency response.
Continue reading “Like a Car Crash”: 17 Injured as NJ Transit Trains Collide and Derail in Montclair
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Ridgewood Police Department is reaching new heights in law enforcement leadership. Department officials proudly announced today that Chief Forest Lyons and Lt. Jay Chuck have officially been honored with the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Award. This distinguished recognition is reserved for law enforcement leaders who successfully complete the most rigorous executive training series in the country.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The thin blue line in Ridgewood just got a little stronger. On Friday, December 19, 2025, the Bergen County Police Academy held its milestone graduation ceremony for Police Class #135. Among the sea of new recruits were three familiar faces who will now call the Ridgewood Police Department home: Officers John Riker, Brian Skettini, and David DeNicola.
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HAWTHORNE/GLEN ROCK, NJ — A chaotic scene unfolded during the Friday evening commute as a massive tree crashed across Route 208 Southbound, bringing down high-tension power lines and forcing an emergency closure that lasted for several hours.
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Wall Street NY, the battle for Hollywood’s most storied assets has taken another dramatic turn. Affinity Partners, the private equity firm founded by Jared Kushner , has officially withdrawn its financial backing from Paramount’s massive $108.4 billion hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).
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Washington DC, The payment, set at exactly $1,776 to honor the nation’s founding year, is designed as a holiday “thank you” to the men and women in uniform.2 With the “One Big Beautiful Bill” funding these payouts, here is everything you need to know about who qualifies and when the money will hit your account.
Continue reading Warrior Dividend: How to Claim Your $1,776 Military Bonus Before Christmas
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Washington DC, in a landmark announcement on December 18, 2025, TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew confirmed that parent company ByteDance has signed a binding agreement to restructure its U.S. operations. The deal creates a new American-based entity—TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC—effectively ending the threat of a nationwide ban that was set to take effect in early 2026.
In Memphis’s shifting housing market, first impressions matter more than ever. With more homes available and buyers taking their time, an outdated kitchen can quickly become a deal-breaker. The good news is that sellers don’t need a full-scale renovation to make their kitchen feel fresh, functional, and move-in ready. Strategic, cost-conscious upgrades can create instant appeal and help homes stand out in a more competitive environment.
Continue reading From Outdated to Offer-Ready: Kitchen Upgrades Memphis Buyers Notice Immediately
