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Mahwah NJ, a Mahwah, New Jersey, man is facing serious charges after police say he was arrested not once, but twice in a single day for allegedly sending vulgar and threatening text messages to women. The incidents highlight the growing problem of cyber-harassment and the swift response of local law enforcement.
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Hackensack NJ, with another school year underway, a new focus is being placed on a long-standing issue in New Jersey: the massive disparity in state school aid. According to Bergen County Republican Commissioner candidates Jay Costa, John Dinice, and Andrea Slowikowski, Bergen County taxpayers are being “crushed” by a $2.6 billion school tax burden, arguing that state and county Democrats are doing nothing to fight for fairness.
Continue reading NJ School Funding: A “Cheating” Formula That Costs Bergen County Taxpayers Billions
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Ridgewood NJ, a monthslong battle over the future of a school board member in Park Ridge, New Jersey, has come to an end. Robert Fisher Jr., one of the state’s youngest elected officials, has resigned his seat on the Board of Education after a state appeals court refused to block a voter-led recall effort.
Fisher’s resignation letter was filed on Friday, just a day after the state Appellate Division denied his emergency appeal, clearing the way for a recall question to appear on the November ballot.
Continue reading Legal Battle Ends: Park Ridge School Board Member Resigns Ahead of Recall Vote
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Trenton NJ, the race for New Jersey governor is turning into a high-stakes battle, with both the Democratic and Republican parties investing millions to secure a victory. The surge in spending comes as new polls show a surprisingly tight contest in a state typically seen as reliably blue.
Continue reading Why the Garden State Governor’s Race Is a National Political Battleground
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Washington DC, with the clock ticking toward a deadline, President Donald Trump said on Friday that the government could shut down “for a period of time” amid an ongoing stalemate between Republicans and Democrats in the Senate. The president expressed pessimism about the two sides reaching a deal that can secure the necessary 60 votes to keep the government funded.
Continue reading President Trump Predicts Government Shutdown, Citing ‘Crazy’ Impasse with Democrats
New Jersey’s success as the leader in the U.S. gaming market can be attributed to pragmatic and visionary law and regulation, as well as being the first to embrace the digital world. From humble beginnings in Atlantic City, it has now become a full-fledged online gaming ecosystem. In fact, according to the Division of Gaming Enforcement, New Jersey has become a national leader in Internet Gaming, retail casinos, and sports wagering, becoming a policy leader as well as a market leader in the country, with each month’s report for 2025 showing sustained growth in all three verticals.
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Imagine a nice cozy evening in Ridgewood, lamp light bouncing off cafe windows, and neighbors gathering at tables covered with colorful tiles, chessboards, or deck of cards. That’s the magic of game nights, where classic favorites like mahjong, chess, bridge, and Scrabble forge bonds that go far beyond the final move.
The casinos of Atlantic City got their legs under them in July, providing a much-needed shot in the arm after a slower summer beginning. As visitors are attracted by the mix of gaming, beachside attractions, and entertainment choices, the city has once again demonstrated why it continues to be a pillar of American resort gaming. The performance of the last month indicates that, even with the changes in the gaming environment, brick-and-mortar casinos still provide an experience that cannot be reproduced by digital platforms.
Continue reading Atlantic City Casinos Recover with Good July Revenue
Ridgewood’s business community has always found ways to adapt, from family-owned shops passing down traditions to new startups popping up on neighbourhood corners. But now, many of these same entrepreneurs are looking toward something less tangible: the digital economy. Crypto payments, online collaborations, and blockchain-driven communities are starting to catch their attention, not as distant experiments but as real opportunities to grow.
Continue reading Ridgewood Entrepreneurs Step Into the Digital Economy
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Teaneck NJ, a statewide rally intended to create a “living chain of resistance” took a complicated turn in Teaneck, New Jersey, when two demonstrators received summonses for violating the township’s new special events ordinance. The incident highlights the growing tension between the right to protest and local regulations designed to manage public gatherings.
Continue reading Protest vs. Ordinance: Why Teaneck Police Issued Summonses During a Statewide Rally
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Wyckoff NJ, a bizarre and unexpected accident caused major traffic headaches in Wyckoff, New Jersey, on Thursday afternoon. A dump truck, fresh from a paving project, got its raised truck bed tangled in a large communications trunk line, forcing the closure of Wyckoff Avenue near the Midland Park border for more than three hours.
Continue reading Wyckoff Avenue Shut Down for Hours After Freak Dump Truck Accident
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Ridgewood NJ, your next meal from Uber Eats might not arrive by car, but by air. Uber Technologies has announced a new plan to re-enter the drone delivery market through a strategic partnership with Flytrex, a drone operator based in Tel Aviv. The service is set to launch in test markets later this year, signaling a major move into the future of food delivery.
Continue reading Your Uber Eats Order Might Soon Fly to Your Door, Literally
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Ridgewood NJ, a key vaccine advisory panel for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is meeting this week, with major recommendations on the table that could impact the vaccine schedules for children and newborns. The discussions center on two key areas: the Hepatitis B vaccine and a combination vaccine for measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox).
Continue reading CDC Panel Considers Major Changes to Baby Vaccines: What Parents Need to Know
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Ridgewood NJ, on September 18, 2025, Ridgewood Public Library’s two support groups united to form the Friends Foundation of the Ridgewood Public Library, streamlining volunteer efforts and fundraising for Bergen County’s beloved cultural hub. This merger eliminates confusion, cuts costs, and fuels vibrant programs and future growth. From community events to library renovations, here’s why this move is a big win for Ridgewood in 2025!
Continue reading Ridgewood Library’s Game-Changing Merger: New Friends Foundation
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Ridgewood NJ, as Back to School Night activities conclude this September parents are examining why Cottage Place employees were handing out new eye glasses for students to wear during this 2025-2026 school year.
