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Paramus, NJ — A massive vehicle fire on Saturday morning, August 9, sent thick plumes of smoke into the air and caused damage to a nearby home in the 600 block of Paramus Road.
Continue reading Paramus Vehicle Fire Destroys SUV and Damages Nearby Home — No Injuries Reported
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Ridgewood NJ – With multiple mosquito pools testing positive for West Nile virus, Bergen County is stepping up its fight against the pests — and officials say residents play a crucial role in the battle.
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MAHWAH, NJ — Former Ramapough Lenape Nation Principal Chief Dwaine Perry, unseated in June, has filed a complaint in Bergen County Superior Court seeking to reclaim his leadership role over the 5,000-member tribe.
photo courtesy of Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco
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Ridgewood, NJ — Did you know August 8th is National Pickleball Day? If you missed it this year, there’s still plenty of time to grab your paddle, round up friends and family, and head to one of Bergen County’s many pickleball courts to join the fun. With sunny weather and an ever-growing community, there’s no better excuse to get out and play!
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Ridgewood, NJ – Ridgewood Water has taken a major step forward in its $150 million system-wide PFAS mitigation project, with the recent delivery of four enormous Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) vessels—the second-largest size manufactured by Calgon Carbon Corp.—to the Wortendyke PFAS Treatment Facility in Midland Park. The facility remains on schedule to begin operations by December 2026.
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FAIR LAWN, NJ — Two serious T-bone motor vehicle crashes occurred within just one hour and less than half a mile apart in Fair Lawn on Friday evening, August 8, leaving six people injured, including a young child. Authorities say at least five of the victims were hospitalized, with some requiring emergency extrication using the Jaws of Life.
Continue reading Six Injured — Including Child — in Two Fair Lawn T-Bone Crashes Within One Hour
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Wall Street NY, in the high-stakes world of U.S. monetary policy, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has built a reputation as a cautious decision-maker—balancing the twin mandates of controlling inflation and supporting employment. But as President Donald Trump’s economic vision—fueled by aggressive tariffs and growth-oriented policies—advances, Powell’s refusal to cut interest rates is sparking fresh speculation: Is this really about economics, or is politics creeping into the Fed’s decisions?
Continue reading Is Jerome Powell’s Rate Freeze a Political Move Against Trump’s Economic Agenda?
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — For years, more than 100 members of Congress have reported around 10,000 stock trades annually, often posting returns that outperform the market. Now, growing public outrage over potential conflicts of interest has pushed legislation to ban Congressional stock trading one step closer to reality — but the fight is far from over.
photos courtesy of NJ District 36 Assembly candidates Chris Musto and Diane DeBiase
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RUTHERFORD, NJ — A devastating blaze in the early hours of Friday, August 8, 2025, destroyed the home and synagogue of Rabbi Yitzchok and Bina Lerman on Montross Avenue. The couple and their four children narrowly escaped with their lives, but everything else — including seven sacred Torah scrolls — was lost.
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BERGEN COUNTY, NJ – New Jersey’s ground has been more restless than usual in 2025, with the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reporting 24 earthquakes so far this year. The latest tremor, a magnitude 2.7 quake near Hillsdale on Tuesday, is believed to be an aftershock from the magnitude 3.0 earthquake that rattled Hasbrouck Heights just days earlier.
Continue reading New Jersey Records 24 Earthquakes in 2025 – Experts Warn More Aftershocks Likely
Ridgewood, with its charming downtown, historic architecture, and close knit community spirit, has long been one of New Jersey’s most attractive suburban enclaves. Yet, like many towns across America, it faces pressing questions about how to grow sustainably while maintaining its character. Rising housing costs, evolving business needs, and infrastructure demands are all pushing Ridgewood toward critical decisions.
Continue reading Ridgewood’s Future: How Free Market Solutions Could Shape Local Development
Private jet hire is revolutionizing how today’s business leaders travel. In a world where executive performance depends on availability, speed, and discretion, private aviation is no longer just a luxury. It has become a strategic necessity. Business leaders are embracing private jet hire not for indulgence, but to maintain a competitive edge in high-stakes environments where every minute counts.
Continue reading How Business Leaders Are Transforming Travel with Private Jet Hire
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NEW YORK, NY — Nearly 24 years after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) announced on Thursday the positive identification of three more victims from the World Trade Center tragedy.
Continue reading Three More 9/11 Victims Identified Nearly 24 Years After World Trade Center Attacks
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CLOSTER, N.J. — A Closter man is under investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies after photos of his Cadillac — featuring a swastika decal and a URL linking to his anti-Jewish blog — began circulating on social media.
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Wyckoff NJ, the Jonas Brothers — Nick, Joe, and Kevin — have sold over 20 million albums, earned two Grammy nominations, and built a global fanbase with their signature mix of rock and funk. But New Jersey can proudly claim them as its own — the brothers grew up in Wyckoff and Little Falls.
