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BACK TO SCHOOL: New Data Shows AI Is Crushing Job Opportunities for Young Workers

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Ridgewood NJ, a groundbreaking new study reveals that artificial intelligence is hitting early-career workers the hardest—causing a double-digit drop in job opportunities for those just entering the workforce.

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BACK TO SCHOOL: Only 3% of U.S. Students Attend Tech-Ready Schools as AI Pushes Into Classrooms

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Ridgewood NJ, despite new federal guidance encouraging schools to use AI and classroom technology, a shocking new report reveals that more than 47 million American students are navigating an education system unprepared for the AI age.

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5 Reasons Why a Wildfire Claim May Get Denied

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Wildfires have become increasingly destructive in recent years, leading to countless property losses and emotional distress for affected families. While insurance coverage is meant to provide relief during such devastating times, not every claim gets approved. In fact, many policyholders are surprised when they receive a denial letter instead of the financial help they expected. As legal actions influencing wildfire regulations continue to shape how claims are processed, it’s crucial to understand why an insurer may reject a claim in the first place.

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Saddle River Revives Environmental Commission After Three-Year Hiatus Amid Affordable Housing Dispute

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SADDLE RIVER, NJ — After being disbanded in 2022 following a controversy tied to the Choctaw Trail affordable housing project, the Saddle River Borough Council has officially reinstated its Environmental Commission with seven new members.

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Philadelphia Man Convicted in New Jersey Murder-for-Hire Plot Targeting NJ Prosecutors and Judges

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TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that Steven Smink, 62, of Philadelphia, has been convicted for orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot to kill multiple New Jersey government officials, including prosecutors and judges involved in his prior criminal case.

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Saddle River Teen Released After July Shooting; Co-Defendant Faces Attempted Murder Charge

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SADDLE RIVER, NJ — A Saddle River teenager, charged in connection with a July shooting on Chestnut Ridge Road, has been released from jail following a detention hearing.

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Labor Day 2025: Mark Mix Urges Leaders to Protect Workers’ Right to Work and Reject Forced Unionism

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — As Americans gather to celebrate Labor Day 2025, Mark Mix, president of the National Right to Work Committee and the National Right to Work Foundation, is calling on policymakers to honor the nation’s workers not just with festivities, but with concrete protections for their freedom on the job.

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Three Essex County Sheriff’s Officers Charged With Theft in East Orange Narcotics Search

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II and Sheriff Amir Jones announced on August 28, 2025, that three Essex County Sheriff’s officers have been charged with theft following an investigation into the unauthorized removal of property during a January 10, 2023 narcotics search warrant in East Orange.

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New Jersey Energy Master Plan Backfires: GSI Report Warns of $5 Billion in Costs and 35% Rate Hikes

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MORRISTOWN, NJ — The Garden State Initiative (GSI) says it has been proven right about the hidden dangers of New Jersey’s Energy Master Plan (NJEMP). In a newly released report, The Reality of the Renewable Energy Provisions of the NJEMP, GSI outlines how the plan’s heavy reliance on wind and solar energy is projected to cost $5 billion per year and drive up electricity rates by 35%, all while reducing the state’s overall energy reliability.

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Driver Walks Away After SUV Crash at High-Risk Intersection in Fair Lawn

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FAIR LAWN, NJ – A driver escaped serious injury Friday morning, August 29, after a single-vehicle crash at one of Fair Lawn’s most accident-prone intersections.

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Lights, Camera, Park Ridge! Short Film St. Joseph Begins Shooting in Bergen County

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PARK RIDGE, NJ – Hollywood has come to Bergen County! Park Ridge is serving as one of the filming locations for the upcoming short film St. Joseph, which officially began production this week.

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Ridgewood Football Shuts Out Clifton 27-0 in Season Opener, Sets Sights on Montclair

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CLIFTON, NJ – The Ridgewood Maroons opened their 2025 season with a statement win, shutting out rival Clifton 27-0 in a dominant performance Friday night in New Jersey’s Super Football Conference.

The Ridgewood–Clifton matchup has always been more than just another game. With a history of hard-fought battles, physical play, and two passionate fan bases, this Week 0 clash was one of the most anticipated openers of the season.

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Another “What Ever Happened To?” Vagianos administration project

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Ridgewood NJ, along with the bus shelter at RHS (MIA) and the taxi stand tenant (MIA), what ever happened to the proposed left turn only lane/green traffic light arrow at the intersection of N. Maple and E. Glen?
They make these presentations to the public, but never seem to follow through. All show and no go.

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Tips for Getting Fair Compensation After a Car Accident

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Car accidents can be overwhelming, both physically and financially. In Ontario, victims often face medical bills, lost income, and the stress of dealing with insurance companies. During this challenging time, many people rely on experienced car accident lawyers in Ontario to help them secure fair compensation. Knowing the right steps to take after an accident can make a significant difference in the outcome of your claim.

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Rutgers Scientists Unveil ‘Scarlet Sunrise’ – A Sweet, Crack-Resistant Bicolor Grape Tomato

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PITTSTOWN, NJ – After nearly a decade of research, Rutgers University has officially introduced a new tomato variety that could change the game for local growers and food lovers alike. The “Scarlet Sunrise” bicolor grape tomato is sweet, crack-resistant, and visually stunning with its golden skin kissed by a reddish blush – a nod to New Jersey’s morning skies that inspired its name.

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