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Fair Lawn NJ, a dramatic Thursday morning collision in Fair Lawn sent both vehicles involved off the roadway, with one crashing onto a home’s front lawn and the other mounting a retaining wall. The accident occurred on October 10 in the 300 block of Saddle River Road.
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Strong leadership is essential for building and maintaining effective school sports programs. It goes beyond coaching; it involves planning, managing resources, and creating an environment where student-athletes can thrive. Athletic directors, coaches, and school administrators all play vital roles in shaping programs that support student development and foster a culture of teamwork and respect.
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Ridgewood NJ, Last night, Tesla CEO Elon Musk finally revealed the long-anticipated robotaxi—a futuristic, fully driverless vehicle named the Cybercab. With a price tag of $30,000, the Cybercab marks a significant step toward Tesla’s vision of autonomous driving. The sleek vehicle, notably lacking pedals and a steering wheel, is set to go into production by 2027.
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In today’s highly competitive business environment, acquiring top talent is essential for success. Employees are the backbone of any company, and the right talent can drive innovation, efficiency, and growth. However, for businesses that are fairly new or less established, competing with larger organizations for skilled professionals can be quite challenging. High competition, evolving candidate expectations, and limited resources often make the hiring process complex.
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Ridgewood NJ, in comments made during a Ridgewood Village Council meeting on Wednesday, October 9th, Richard Calbi, Director of Ridgewood Water, advised Council members of a boil water advisory that was issued on Tuesday, October 8th in connection with a “low pressure event.” The “event” occurred between 4:00 AM and 4:30 AM on Tuesday morning, October 8th. Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark again cited lawn watering as the likely event trigger.
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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, October 6th proved to be a hectic day for the Hasbrouck Heights Fire Department, as they responded to several emergencies, including a tire change gone wrong and two significant car accidents.
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Glen Rock NJ, during the September 23 meeting of the Glen Rock Board of Education, a significant change occurred when longtime board member Elizabeth Carr announced her resignation. The same meeting also saw the approval of a new basketball coach from out of town—who ended up resigning just days later.
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Ridgewood NJ, drivers are reminded to be extra vigilant on roadways this fall as the annual rut, or mating season, for white-tailed deer gets underway and daylight is limited during peak commuting hours, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) announced today.
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Bogota NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 19-year-old JUAN S. FLORES-MEJIA of Bogota, NJ on charges of sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Bogota Police Department under the direction of Chief Daniel Maye.
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Garfield NJ, the owner of a New Jersey counseling center was sentenced today to 15 months in prison for her role in a health care fraud scheme involving hundreds of false claims, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.
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East Rutherford NJ, the American Dream mall faced an unexpected evacuation early Tuesday evening after a suspicious vehicle was spotted in the parking garage, according to authorities.
Around 5:30 p.m., mall security noticed a Tesla parked on the ground level of the C parking deck with its driver’s side door left open and unattended. The vehicle’s unusual state raised concerns, prompting immediate action. Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron of the New Jersey State Police stated that after a K-9 sweep, the dog alerted the team, signaling potential danger.
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Ridgewood Nj, while reviewing Ridgewood Council meeting minutes, several questions have surfaced regarding the Ridgewood Water (RW) soil removal contracts, particularly related to the handling of contaminated soil.
