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Survey Reveals New Jerseyans Need to Work for 15 Days on Average to Cover Household Bills

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  • Survey of 3,002 families.
  • Dining out is the first expense families will sacrifice when tightening budgets.
  • Infographic included.

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Ridgewood NJ, Money has never felt quite this fragile. Families are grappling with stubbornly high grocery prices, ever-rising utility bills, and the looming fear that even their jobs could be on the chopping block thanks to AI. Against that backdrop, Advance America, a leading loan provider, surveyed 3,002 families to find out how many days they need to work to cover household bills.*

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Your Next Job is Waiting! Garden State Plaza Hosting HUGE Job Fair in Paramus

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HIRING NOW: Massive Job Fair Coming to Garden State Plaza – Top Retailers You Need to See!

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PARAMUS, NJ – If you’re actively searching for a new career or part-time work in North Jersey, clear your calendar! A major job fair is coming to Bergen County next month, offering immediate opportunities with some of the region’s biggest retailers.

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Celebrity Chef Food Hall “Wonder” Coming to Hackensack’s Print House

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Hackensack is Getting a Major Food Upgrade: “Wonder” Food Hall with Celebrity Chef Menus Opening Next Month!

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HACKENSACK, NJ – Hackensack’s massive Print House redevelopment project is about to get a major culinary boost! Wonder, a popular food hall-style restaurant chain known for its rotating menu of celebrity chef creations, is set to open its doors on River Street next month.

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Tenafly Honors a Hero: Street Renamed for Former Hamas Hostage Edan Alexander

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“Edan Alexander Way”: Tenafly Renames Street to Honor Former Hamas Hostage and Local Hero.

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TENAFLY, NJ – The community of Tenafly is set to honor one of its own—a young man whose story of captivity, resilience, and survival captured the hearts of New Jersey and the nation.

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Bergen County Therapist Accused of Operating Without License or Degrees

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FAKE DOCTOR? State Shuts Down Paramus Clinic After Therapist Allegedly Falsified MD and PhD Credentials.

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Paramus , NJ – Residents seeking help with anxiety and depression in Bergen County are being urged to exercise caution following a major legal action taken by the state. Authorities allege that a man operating the Stress Reduction Clinic Inc. in Paramus was falsely claiming to possess the necessary training, degrees, and licensing to practice therapy in New Jersey.

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Attention Maroons! Ridgewood High School Homecoming 2025: Get Ready to Reunite! 

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RHS Alumni Alert: Homecoming 2025 Is Set! Find Your Reunion Details and Join the Maroon Fun!

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Ridgewood NJ, as a proud member of the Ridgewood High School (RHS) alumni community, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of returning home. The biggest highlight of the fall calendar is nearly here: Homecoming Weekend and your milestone Class Reunion!

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Cop Killer Fugitive Joanne Chesimard Dies at 78 in Cuba

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Joanne Deborah Chesimard Dead at 78: Decades-Long Fugitive Status Ends

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CUBA / NEW JERSEY – Cop Killer Assata Shakur, a figure whose life fueled decades of political debate and international intrigue, has died in Cuba on September 26th at the age of 78.

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Saturday Traffic Nightmare on Route 4: Wire Down Near Bergen Town Center

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Route 4 Shutdown Chaos Near Bergen Town Center 

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Paramus, NJ – Saturday, September 27th, turned into a massive traffic headache for thousands of drivers on Route 4 (State Highway 4). Both the eastbound and westbound lanes near the heavily congested Bergen Town Center were crippled for hours in the afternoon and early evening due to a dangerous low-hanging communications cable.

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Black Bear Alert in Township of Washington

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Township Residents: Black Bear Sighting Notice – Don’t Panic, Do THIS Instead!

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Twp. of Washington, NJ – Recent days have brought confirmation of Black Bear sightings, particularly on the west side of Washington Township. While this is a common occurrence in our region, understanding how to coexist safely is paramount. The Washington Township Police Department urges all residents to be aware, take preventative measures, and know the correct procedure if you encounter a bear.

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Let’s Do The Time Warp! How to Prepare for the ‘Rocky Horror’ 50th Anniversary Experience

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Ridgewood NJ, the 50th anniversary of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” is almost here, and we know you’re shivering with antici… (SAY IT!) …pation!

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Ridgewood to Honor Gold Star Families This Sunday

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood American Legion Post 53 extends a heartfelt invitation to the entire community. Join us in a solemn and special ceremony to honor our Gold Star Families—those who have endured the ultimate sacrifice by losing a loved one in active-duty military service.

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Willie Geist, Peter Rork, and Kim Smith Named 2025 Distinguished Ridgewood Alumni!

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Ridgewood High School Alumni Association (RHSAA) has announced the stellar recipients of its 2025 Distinguished Alumni Awards, transforming the annual Homecoming Weekend into an even more remarkable celebration of excellence.

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Ridgewood Police & Ridgewood Parks & Recreation Partner to Teach Kids Essential Bike Safety Skills

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Forget the Sidewalks: Ridgewood Cops Teach Kids Pro Bike Skills—The 4 Rules Every NJ Parent MUST Know!

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Ridgewood NJ, learning to ride a bike is a fundamental part of childhood, but with today’s traffic—and the growing use of electric scooters and bikes—instilling core safety knowledge has never been more crucial.

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Child Hospitalized After Electric Scooter Crash in Fair Lawn

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Fair Lawn Scooter Crash Hospitalizes 12-Year-Old—Is New Jersey Doing Enough to Protect Kids on E-Bikes and Scooters?

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Fair Lawn NJ, The dangers of electric scooters and bikes for young riders in New Jersey continue to mount, following a concerning crash in Fair Lawn, Bergen County, last week.

Police confirmed that a 12-year-old pre-teen was hospitalized with a head injury after his electric scooter collided with the rear of a parked 2023 Subaru on Warren Road around 10:03 p.m. on September 17. The child was transported to Hackensack Medical Center for treatment.

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Mathnasium & Allstar Pharmacy Anchor New Luxury Development at Wesmont Station in Wood-Ridge

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Train, Tutor, and Thrive: Wood-Ridge’s Rosera Wesmont Adds Mathnasium & Allstar Pharmacy to its Transit-Friendly Retail Scene

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Wood-Ridge NJ, the dynamic, transit-oriented development around Wesmont Station in Wood-Ridge, NJ, is expanding its appeal with two new essential businesses. JCMLiving has announced that Mathnasium and Allstar Pharmacy have signed leases at Rosera Wesmont, the newest luxury residential community in the vibrant Rosie Square district.

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