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Major Milestone Achieved: Kingsbridge Lane Pedestrian Bridge Placed in Ridgewood, Nearing Reopening

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Bridging the Gap! Kingsbridge Lane Footbridge Finally Returns to Ridgewood—The Countdown to Reopening Begins

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – The long-awaited restoration of a vital Ridgewood walkway has taken a dramatic step forward! The Kingsbridge Lane Pedestrian Bridge, which has been closed for repairs and replacement, was officially set into place this week, marking a significant milestone in the project’s timeline.

The installation of the new structure means the saga of the Kingsbridge Lane bridge is nearing its conclusion, bringing the community one step closer to safely resuming foot traffic across the span.

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Groundbreaking Success: Glen Rock PFAS Treatment Facility Kicks Off with $1 Million State Investment

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Pictured (left to right): Midland Park Councilmember Lorraine DeLuca, Ridgewood Water Director Richard Calbi, Midland Park Councilmember Nancy Peet, Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos, Glen Rock Mayor Kristine Morieko, Assemblywoman Lisa Swain, Assemblyman Chris Tully, Glen Rock Councilmember Maureen Rozanski, Glen Rock Councilmember Elizabeth Coll and Village Manager Keith Kazmark

State Boosts Clean Water Fight: $1 Million Lands in Glen Rock for Major PFAS Treatment Facility

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GLEN ROCK, NJ – The commitment to delivering pristine water in Bergen County hit a major milestone on Thursday. Ridgewood Water held a ceremonial groundbreaking at the site of the new Main PFAS Treatment Facility in Glen Rock, signaling the start of construction on a project that will significantly upgrade the local water infrastructure.

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Ridgewood Water Delivers State-of-the-Art PFAS Treatment Vessels to Wyckoff and Ridgewood Facilities

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Clean Water Breakthrough! Giant Filters Land in Wyckoff and Ridgewood to Erase Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Ridgewood Water has reached a critical milestone in its mission to deliver the cleanest possible water, announcing the delivery of advanced filtration vessels to two key treatment facilities in Bergen County. These massive installations mark the final major construction step before the new systems become operational next year, ensuring the removal of harmful PFAS “forever chemicals” from the local water supply.

This multi-million dollar investment underscores Ridgewood Water’s commitment to not just meeting, but surpassing the strictest federal guidelines for water purity.

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Despite the Rain, Brilliance Shines at the 61st Annual Art in the Park: Celebrating Bergen County’s Thriving Arts Community

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Rain Couldn’t Stop the Canvas! See Who Took ‘Best in Show’ at the 61st Bergen County ‘Art in the Park’

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Paramus, NJ – The largest and most vibrant county in New Jersey once again proved its dedication to the arts! Despite challenging weather conditions, the 61st Annual Art in the Park successfully wrapped up this weekend, drawing out a dedicated crowd and showcasing the extraordinary talent thriving within our community.

This year’s event was a true testament to the passion of Bergen County’s artists, collectors, and art lovers, who came together to celebrate creativity, diversity, and excellence. The annual contest, a centerpiece of the event, highlighted incredible skill across six distinct categories.

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The Unsolvable Solved: Final Kryptos Code Found in Smithsonian Archive Just Before Solution Auction!

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Kryptos Code CRACKED! Two Journalists Accidentally Find CIA Sculpture’s Final Secret in a Trash Pile — Is the Auction WORTHLESS Now?

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LANGLEY, VA | October 16, 2025 – The auction for the final, closely-guarded solution to the Kryptos sculpture—the infamous encrypted message at CIA headquarters—has been thrown into chaos. Just as bidding opened, two journalists publicly announced they had accidentally stumbled upon the 97-character decryption, finding it on a piece of scrap paper in the Smithsonian’s public Archives of American Art.

The unexpected discovery dramatically undercuts sculptor Jim Sanborn’s planned auction, which was expected to fetch between $300,000 and $500,000 to cover medical expenses and support charities.

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Copyright Clash: Westwood’s Five Dimes Brewery Sued by ASCAP for Playing Unlicensed Music

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Playing the Hits, Skipping the Bill: NJ Brewery Faces Massive Lawsuit for Allegedly Stealing Pop & Disco Classics

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WESTWOOD, NJ – The music stopped abruptly this week for a popular Bergen County establishment. Five Dimes Brewery in Westwood, NJ, has been hit with a federal copyright infringement lawsuit by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) for allegedly playing copyrighted music without a license.

The brewery is one of ten venues nationwide targeted by ASCAP this week in a move to protect the livelihoods of professional songwriters and composers.

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The Fertilization President: Trump Lowers IVF Costs with Employer Insurance Guidance and Historic Drug Price Deal

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IVF Cost SLASHED: Trump Unveils Massive 84% Drug Discount & New Insurance Guidance to Boost Fertility Access!

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WASHINGTON D.C. | October 16, 2025 – Delivering on a major campaign promise, President Trump on Thursday announced two significant initiatives aimed at dramatically expanding access to and lowering the cost of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) for American families.

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Governor Murphy Goes Back to School: Ridgewood High Class Gets a Lesson in New Jersey’s Revolutionary History

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Governor Murphy visits a class on American History as a part of Rev 250 at Ridgewood High School on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 (Edwin J. Torres/NJ Governor’s Office).

Surprise Pop Quiz! Governor Murphy Goes Back to School, Drops Revolutionary War Hint at Ridgewood High School

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ | October 17, 2025 – Students at Ridgewood High School (RHS) received an unforgettable history lesson today when Governor Phil Murphy made a surprise visit to the school. The Governor sat in with students during Mr. Yannone’s American History and Literature class, focusing on New Jersey’s profound role in the nation’s founding.

The visit comes as New Jersey ramps up preparations for the upcoming America 250 celebration, the Semiquincentennial of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

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Bergen County Remembers: Demarest Marks 50th Anniversary of Susan Reeve’s Abduction and Murder by Serial Killer

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50 Years Later: The Bergen County Murder That SHATTERED a Town’s Innocence—Remembering Susan Reeve

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DEMAREST, NJ | October 16, 2025 – Fifty years ago this week, the abduction and murder of 22-year-old Susan Reeve shattered the peace of the quiet suburban town of Demarest, Bergen County. On October 14, longtime residents gathered solemnly at the Demarest Gazebo to mark the anniversary of the tragedy and remember the young woman whose death forever changed the community.

The emotional memorial service, organized by former Demarest Ambulance Squad Captain Owen T. Clarke, served as a powerful reminder of a crime that rocked not only Demarest but all of North Jersey.

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Chemical Scare on Route 208: Rollover Crash Hospitalizes 10 Firefighters, Multiple Victims, and Triggers Major Investigation

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Route 208 Chaos: Rollover Crash Hospitalizes TEN Firefighters and Multiple Victims After Exposure to Unknown Fumes!

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FAIR LAWN, NJ | October 17, 2025 – A devastating two-vehicle rollover crash on Route 208 northbound in Fair Lawn late Thursday night, October 16th, resulted in a chaotic scene that sent multiple civilians and an astonishing ten firefighters to area hospitals. The emergency responders were overcome by fumes emanating from an unknown chemical substance that was being transported in one of the overturned vehicles.

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Nytimes Shared Vision for Modern Sports Ownership

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Global sports ownership has seen a massive evolution in the past decade. Even though sports thrived with passion, the new ownership has taken on quite a different approach than just bagging victories. According to its website Andrew Schwartzberg’s involvement with Leeds United has brought a fresh perspective to the team; highlighted by New York Times as a combination of business acumen and sports ownership. The traditional sports fans might have said, “What does he have to do with sports?” However, the positive remarks from the Leeds United boardroom on this restructuring show that modern sports are more about operational excellence than prestige and tradition.  

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Essential Features of Trailer Yard Management Software

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Managing a yard where trailers are constantly being moved can be challenging and inefficient without the right tools. With thousands of trailers to track and coordinate, businesses need solutions that match the complexity of their operations. Trailer yard management software offers a comprehensive solution to streamline these processes and improve overall efficiency. In this post, we’ll explore the essential features of this software and why it’s a valuable asset for any company looking to optimize yard operations.

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RHS Homecoming 2025: Celebrating Distinguished Alumni and Launching the ‘Alumni Square’ Legacy Project

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Homecoming 2025 Buzz: Willie Geist & Renowned Alumni Honored, Plus a Sneak Peek at the NEW ‘Alumni Square’ Memorial Project!

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Ridgewood NJ, | October 16, 2025 – The countdown is officially on! Homecoming Weekend 2025 is just around the corner, and the [RHS Name] Alumni Association is pulling out all the stops. This year’s celebration features the annual Distinguished Alumni Ceremony and the exciting unveiling of a major new capital project: Alumni Square.

If you’re planning your return to campus, get ready to reconnect with classmates and contribute to a lasting legacy.

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The Strategic Flaw: Why NJ School District Plans Aren’t Improving Student Achievement

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NJ School SHOCKER: Study Finds MOST Districts Fail to Plan for Math & Literacy Success; Ramsey & Brick Stand Out!

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Ramsey, NJ | October 16, 2025 – Is your local New Jersey school district’s “strategic plan” a true roadmap for success, or just a binder collecting dust? A new, eye-opening report from the New Jersey Policy Institute (NJPI) reveals a widespread systemic flaw: most of the state’s school districts have adopted strategic plans, but few are using them to set clear, measurable goals for improvement in crucial areas like student literacy and math.

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Transit-Oriented Gold Rush: NJ Transit’s $1.9 Billion Plan to Monetize Real Estate and Build New Housing

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$1.9 BILLION Jackpot? NJ Transit Unlocks Massive Real Estate Plan to Build 20,000 New Homes & Fuel NJ’s Future!

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ISELIN, NJ | October 16, 2025 – NJ Transit is embarking on a massive, decade-long initiative to transform its vast, underutilized real estate portfolio into a substantial revenue stream, estimating a potential $1.9 billion in generated revenue. This ambitious new roadmap aims to leverage the agency’s 8,000 acres of property to develop transit-oriented communities, accelerate housing growth, and inject economic vitality into New Jersey’s downtowns.

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