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A Ridgewood Landmark! Bamboo House Celebrates 38 Years of Success

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38 Years Strong! The Inspiring Story of Bamboo House, Ridgewood’s Second Oldest Restaurant

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Ridgewood, NJ – Cheers to a true Village icon! Bamboo House, a beloved Chinese restaurant, officially celebrated its remarkable 38th anniversary on October 1st. This incredible milestone solidifies its status as one of the many small businesses that give Ridgewood, New Jersey, its unique, special charm.

Thirty-eight years in the competitive restaurant industry is a phenomenal achievement, and the story behind Bamboo House is nothing short of inspiring.

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She Conquered the Fjord! Ridgewood Historical Society Leader Co-President Wins Major Irish Swimming Race

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Genny Allard Takes First Place in Gael Force Irish Open Water Challenge

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Ridgewood, NJ – The Ridgewood Historical Society is celebrating a monumental achievement by one of its own! Genny Allard, Co-President of the Society, has brought home the gold, securing first place in her age group at the prestigious Gael Force Irish swimming competition in Ireland.

This is no ordinary race. The Gael Force events are a major series of open water races held in some of Ireland’s most stunning and challenging natural locations, including the iconic River Shannon and the dramatically beautiful Killary Fjord. The competition attracts experienced swimmers from around the world to test their endurance against the rugged Irish coastline.

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Silence the Noise: The Growing Wave of Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Bans Across the U.S.

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Your Leaf Blower May Be Illegal Soon: Where Bans on the Loudest Landscaping Tool Are Spreading Rapidly Across the U.S.

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Ridgewood NJ, Fall is here, bringing beautiful foliage—and the roar of gas-powered leaf blowers. But that familiar sound is being silenced in a rapidly growing number of communities across the United States. More than 200 cities, counties, and local jurisdictions, along with several states, have implemented outright bans, restrictions, or incentive programs to encourage the switch to quieter, cleaner electric alternatives.

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Caught in the Act! Driverless Waymo Car Pulled Over for Illegal U-Turn in California

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Police Officers Stunned to Find No Driver to Ticket

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San Bruno, CA – Think autonomous vehicles are above the law? Think again. On a Friday night in San Bruno, California, police officers conducting a DUI crackdown witnessed a surreal sight: a driverless Waymo robotaxi committing an illegal U-turn right in front of their patrol car.

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Don’t Miss It! World-Class Artist Varvara Agabekova Lands in Ridgewood

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A Must-See! Highly Acclaimed Artist from Russia’s Top Art School Opens Stunning Solo Show in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood, NJ– Art lovers, mark your calendars! OQO Gallery in Ridgewood, New Jersey, is thrilled to announce the opening of Varvara Agabekova: Reflecting the Colors of Nature, a spectacular solo exhibition running from October 4–25, 2025.

This show features the distinctive vision of Varvara Agabekova, a gifted painter whose breathtaking works are held in private and corporate collections across the U.S. and Europe. Her exhibition invites viewers to experience the world—from intimate still lifes and compelling portraits to vibrant Maine landscapes—through her deeply personal and powerful artistic lens.

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FIRE FEAR: NJ Transit’s New Electric Buses Recalled Over EXPLOSION RISK, Forcing Service Cuts

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Charging Fire Risk Halts NJ Transit’s Electric Bus Pilot: A Major Roadblock on the Road to Zero-Emissions

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey’s ambitious transition to an all-electric bus fleet just hit a massive speed bump. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a critical recall on September 20, 2025, for several models of electric buses manufactured by New Flyer of America, one of which is currently being used in NJ Transit’s electric bus pilot program.

The root of the problem? A dangerous fire risk emanating from the high-voltage battery system.

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MEGA-Retailer Confirmed! Costco is Officially Coming to Route 17 Paramus

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Planning Board Greenlights New Costco Store Despite Traffic Worries

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Paramus NJ, it’s official: Costco is coming to Paramus, New Jersey! After an eight-month-long review process, the borough’s Planning Board unanimously approved the application for the discount warehouse giant on Thursday night, October 2nd.

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Bomb Squad Rushes to Ridgewood Home Over ‘Deteriorating Grenade’

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Digging in a Ridgewood Yard Unearthed a Real Grenade! Bomb Squad Called In

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Ridgewood, NJ – Homeowners on Glenwood Road in the Village of Ridgewood, got an unexpected visit from the Bergen County Bomb Squad on October 1st after a routine yard job unearthed a genuinely shocking item: what appeared to be a deteriorating grenade.

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ARREST MADE: South Hackensack Man Charged with Sexual Assault, Recording Acts with Minor

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MAJOR CASE: NJ Man, 21, Faces Decades in Prison After Being Charged with Sexual Assault and Endangering Minor, Including Recorded Acts.

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PROSPECT PARK, NJ – Authorities have announced the arrest of a South Hackensack man following an investigation into serious sexual offenses involving a minor. Torin W. Halvorsen, 21, was taken into custody on Wednesday, October 1st, stemming from charges filed by the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office and the Prospect Park Police Department.

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NJ Transit Train Smashes into Car in Ramsey, One Woman Hospitalized

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Early Morning Drama: Car Struck by NJ Transit Train in Ramsey

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Ramsey NJ, a frightening incident unfolded in Ramsey, New Jersey, early Thursday morning, October 3rd, when an NJ Transit train collided with a car at a grade crossing near the town’s station. One person, the driver of the car, was hospitalized following the crash.

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Rite Aid Officially Closes All Stores After Final Bankruptcy

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The Final Chapter: Rite Aid’s Financial Collapse

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Twp. of Washington NJ, this widespread closure is the culmination of severe financial struggles that the pharmacy chain could not overcome. Rite Aid first filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in October 2023. However, the situation deteriorated further, leading to a second, decisive bankruptcy filing in May. It was as part of this final bankruptcy plan that the chain announced the full closure of its remaining stores.

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Jaws of Life Deployed: Wyckoff Firefighters Rescue Occupant After Two-Car Collision on Wyckoff Ave

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DRAMATIC RESCUE: Wyckoff Firefighters Cut Door Off Mercedes After Two-Vehicle Crash—Remarkably, No Serious Injuries Reported!

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WYCKOFF, NJ – A routine Friday morning commute turned into a dramatic rescue scene in the 300 block of Wyckoff Avenue following a two-vehicle collision. The crash, which occurred on the morning of October 3rd, required the swift intervention of the Wyckoff Fire Department (FD) to free a trapped occupant.

Firefighters from Wyckoff FD utilized specialized tools to remove the driver’s side door of a four-door Mercedes sedan involved in the incident. This action was necessary to safely extricate one of the vehicle’s occupants.

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Early Morning Inferno: New Milford Firefighters Save Home After Two Cars Erupt in Flames

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CLOSE CALL: New Milford Fire Department’s Heroic Stop Prevents House Fire as Two Vehicles Go Up in Flames on Jordan Road!

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NEW MILFORD, NJ – The New Milford NJ Volunteer Fire Department demonstrated swift and coordinated action early this morning, Friday, October 3, 2025, successfully preventing a major structure fire after two vehicles in a residential driveway erupted in flames.

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Major Shift: FBI Cuts All Ties with Southern Poverty Law Center Over “Partisan Smear Machine” Accusations

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FBI SHUTS DOWN PARTNERSHIP: Director Kash Patel Cites “Hate Map” and Partisan Activism in Severing All Ties with Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC).

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a major development with significant implications for how federal law enforcement interacts with activist organizations, the FBI has severed all ties with the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). FBI Director Kash Patel made the announcement on Friday, stating that the group’s “hate map” and overtly partisan activism made the SPLC unfit for partnership with the Bureau.

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Low-Stake Casino Games for Casual Evenings at Euro Queen

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Looking for a low-key night where your Kč actually lasts? Head to Euro Queen Casino, set your own limits, and try a low-stake session today. Quick tip before you start: new players can grab a registration free-spins offer that’s handy for testing slots without putting much on the line. Sign up, keep the stakes small, and play at your own pace—nice and easy for a chilled evening in Czechia.

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