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Fact Check Friday is Back: Ridgewood Manager Debunks Rumors on Flood Dams, Wetlands, and Green Acres

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Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark Issues Fact Check on Village Hall Flood Dams, Schedler Wetlands, and Kings Pond Playground

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Ridgewood NJ, in an effort to promote transparency and combat misinformation circulating online, Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark has released the second edition of “The Manager’s Fact Check Friday.” The latest update addresses three contentious issues currently dominating local discussions: flood mitigation at Village Hall, the environmental status of the Zabriskie-Schedler property, and the progress on a decades-old Green Acres issue.

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Ho-Ho-Kus Route 17 South Chain Reaction Crash Injures One, Causes Major Traffic Backups

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Route 17 NIGHTMARE: Crash Shuts Down Lanes Under Hollywood Ave, Snarls Rush Hour Traffic for Miles!

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Ho-Ho-Kus Nj, late Wednesday afternoon on November 12, 2025, the southbound lanes of Route 17 in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ, became the scene of a significant two-vehicle chain reaction crash. The accident, which occurred directly underneath the Hollywood Avenue overpass, severely impacted the evening rush hour commute.

The collision resulted in the injury of one individual and forced the closure of two crucial travel lanes (the left and center), causing southbound traffic to back up for miles across Bergen County.

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First Confirmed Fatal Case: New Jersey Man Dies from Lone Star Tick-Spread ‘Meat Allergy’

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Alpha-Gal Syndrome Fatality: Healthy NJ Man Dies After Eating Hamburger, UVA Researchers Confirm

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Charlottesville VA, somber and groundbreaking report from the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine has confirmed the first death directly attributed to the “meat allergy,” a severe, potentially fatal condition spread by ticks.

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Driver Rescued After Crash Flips SUV at Key Intersection in Ridgewood

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Single-Vehicle Rollover Crash at Grove & South Pleasant, Ridgewood: Driver Hospitalized

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Ridgewood NJ, a normally quiet late Thursday morning in Ridgewood, NJ, was shattered by a dramatic single-vehicle rollover crash. The incident occurred at the busy intersection of Grove Street and South Pleasant Avenue on November 13, 2025, involving the driver of an Acura RDX.

The force of the crash caused the luxury SUV to flip completely, leaving the driver trapped inside the overturned vehicle.

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Beyond the Myth: Unraveling the True Story of Bonnie & Clyde at the Ridgewood Schoolhouse Museum

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Bonnie and Clyde: From Romantic Rebels to Outlaw Reality at Ridgewood Historical Society Event

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Ridgewood NJ, In the bleak landscape of the Great Depression, America was captivated by a pair of stylish, reckless, and inseparable criminals: Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. Their wild romance and daring crime spree across state lines instantly turned them into media sensations, folk heroes, and the ultimate romantic rebels challenging authority.

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NJ TRANSIT’s $917 Million Overhaul: 429 Rail Cars Getting Major Modernization

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BIG Change for Commuters: NJ Transit Just Approved a $917M Upgrade to YOUR Train Car! See What’s Coming

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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT is taking a massive step in its fleet modernization strategy, announcing a commitment of over $917 million to overhaul its existing fleet of 429 Multilevel rail cars. This significant investment is key to the agency’s goal of fully modernizing its entire rail and bus fleet by 2031, promising safer, more reliable, and more modern service for New Jersey commuters.

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Port Authority Announces 50-Cent PATH Fare Hike in 2026 as Part of $45 Billion Capital Plan

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PATH Riders ALERT! Your Commute is About to Get More Expensive 

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Hoboken NJ, commuters relying on the PATH train between New Jersey and New York City are facing a significant sticker shock. Port Authority officials announced plans to raise the cost of a single ride by 50 cents next year, marking the start of a multi-year fare increase schedule.

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Accountability Starts NOW: Governor-Elect Sherrill’s “Pragmatism” Under the Common Sense Club Microscope

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GREEN AGENDA GRILLED! Sherrill Blames PJM for NJ Energy Crisis While Ignoring Murphy’s ‘Moronic’ Mandates

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Trenton NJ, Governor-Elect Mikie Sherrill is positioning herself as a pragmatic leader ready to bring “everyone” to the table. However,  the Common Sense Club, is wasting no time in demanding accountability, especially when it comes to the stark realities facing New Jerseyans.

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What is a 510 Vape Battery? A Complete Guide

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Vaping has become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional smoking, and with it, a variety of devices and accessories have emerged.

Among these, the 510 thread battery stands out as a versatile and widely used component in the vaping community.

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Standing Up for Your Rights: Legal Defenses in Cases of Unlawful Arrest

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Being placed under arrest is one of the most stressful experiences anyone can face, especially when the situation feels undeserved or unjustified. The law recognizes that every individual has the right to resist an unlawful arrest, but that right comes with important boundaries. To be considered lawful, the resistance must meet two conditions: the arrest itself must be illegal, and the person’s response must involve only reasonable force. For anyone defending unlawful arrest accusations in Houston, understanding these limits can mean the difference between standing up for your rights and facing additional charges. Knowing how the law defines “unlawful” and what constitutes “reasonable force” can help protect both your freedom and your future.

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Key Ways Design Teams Make Trade Show Booths Unforgettable

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Promotional activities help businesses reach new people and leave strong impressions at major events. Brand identity serves as the visual and emotional mark that makes a business easy to recognize and trust. In this regard, display and connection to the audience matter because a clear presence helps visitors feel welcomed and curious. Lead generation relies on meaningful interaction and memorable moments that drive real conversations and follow-up.

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The Power of Routine: Why Structured Dog Boarding Makes All the Difference

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Leaving your dog in someone else’s care can be stressful, both for you and your pet. Yet, when managed properly, dog boarding can be a positive, enriching experience that supports your dog’s emotional and physical well-being. The key lies in routine and structure. Dogs thrive on predictability—knowing when to eat, sleep, play, and rest helps them feel calm and confident.

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Why Professional Cleaning Services Are the Smartest Investment for Homes and Businesses

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Keeping your home or workplace clean is more than a matter of appearances—it’s about maintaining health, comfort, and efficiency. With increasingly busy schedules, many people struggle to keep up with daily cleaning routines. This is where professional cleaning services come in. Whether it’s maintaining a tidy home or ensuring a spotless office, hiring experts can save you time, reduce stress, and even improve your quality of life.

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How Layered Recovery Plans Keep Critical Systems Online

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For any business operator, the thought of critical systems grinding to a halt is a constant worry. Whether it’s your CRM, financial software, or the entire network, the potential for an outage looms as a significant threat to productivity and profitability. You have insurance for your building, your equipment, and your liability. But what about your most valuable asset in the digital age—your data and operational uptime?

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Outsourcing’s New Face: Partnership Over Hand-Offs

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If you’re a business owner, the pattern is probably familiar. An employee can’t log in. The server goes down at the worst possible moment. A piece of critical software stops working. You call your IT support, they fix the immediate issue, and you get back to work—until the next problem inevitably crops up. This constant cycle of break-fix IT can feel like a necessary cost of doing business, but what if it’s the very thing holding you back?

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