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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.
Continue reading Driver Walks Away After SUV Crash at High-Risk Intersection in Fair Lawn
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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.
Continue reading Lights, Camera, Park Ridge! Short Film St. Joseph Begins Shooting in Bergen County
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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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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.
Continue reading Tips for Getting Fair Compensation After a Car Accident
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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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WALLINGTON, NJ – Seton Hall University’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry has received a transformative $10 million donation from Bergen County natives and alumni Thomas and Sylvia Tencza, marking the largest gift in the program’s history.
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Hasbrouck Heights , NJ – A Hasbrouck Heights man has been sentenced to 15 years in state prison for his role in a 2021 Paterson double homicide, the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office announced.
Continue reading Hasbrouck Heights Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Role in Paterson Double Homicide
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Big news for Ridgewood High School athletics: sophomore Lindsay LaBier has been named to the 2025 U.S. Girls’ U15 National Lacrosse Team, an honor reserved for the nation’s top young lacrosse talent.
Continue reading Ridgewood’s Lindsay LaBier Selected to U.S. Girls’ U15 National Lacrosse Team
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. economy grew at a stronger-than-expected 3.3% annualized rate in Q2 2025, according to the Commerce Department’s latest report released Thursday. The jump, fueled by resilient consumer spending and a surprising trade balance boost, signals continued economic strength despite ongoing global tariff uncertainties.
Continue reading U.S. Economy Surges 3.3% in Q2 2025 as Consumer Spending Defies Tariff Pressures
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Ridgewood officials, led by Village Manager Keith Kazmark, welcomed New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) Commissioner Zenon Christodoulou on Thursday for a productive meeting at Ridgewood Water Headquarters, followed by a tour of the Prospect PFAS Treatment Facility, which is scheduled to be operational this fall.
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ORADELL, NJ – A freak parking lot accident startled bystanders late Thursday afternoon, August 28, at the Oradell Public Library on Kinderkamack Road.
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TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) has confirmed the state’s first human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) this year, including a child in Atlantic County and an adult in Middlesex County. Both developed neuroinvasive disease, a more severe form of the illness, but have since been discharged from the hospital and are recovering at home.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Members of the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 will lace up their running shoes next month to participate in the annual Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk in New York City, a powerful tribute to the heroism of FDNY firefighter Stephen Siller.
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HOBOKEN, NJ – The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced that the Hoboken PATH station will be closed from 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28, through 5 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2, for urgent repairs to its interlocking and track system. The closure comes as crews work to fix mechanical failures that have disrupted service in recent weeks.
Continue reading PATH Hoboken Station Closing Labor Day Weekend for Urgent Repairs
