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Elmwood Park, NJ – A former Elmwood Park High School student has filed a lawsuit alleging that she endured “relentless torment, harassment, intimidation, bullying, and abuse” throughout her four years at the school—while administrators, teachers, and counselors allegedly failed to protect her.
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Morris County, NJ – A small earthquake rattled part of North Jersey early Monday morning, but officials say it caused no damage or injuries.
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July 20, 1969 – A Giant Leap for Mankind
photos courtesy of Buzz Aldrin Apollo 11
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Ridgewood NJ, “Contact light, engine stop.” With those words, the Apollo 11 lunar module Eagle touched down at Tranquility Base on the Moon, marking one of the greatest achievements in human history. Hours later, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin stepped onto the lunar surface, while Michael Collins orbited above in the command module Columbia.
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AI Adoption Among Small Businesses Surges While Workforce Remains Secure
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Ridgewood NJ, AI is rapidly transforming how small businesses manage their finances—but it’s not coming at the cost of jobs. According to new research from Bluevine, a leading small-business banking platform, most small business owners are embracing artificial intelligence while keeping their teams intact.
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RIVER EDGE, NJ – Earlier today, the River Edge Volunteer Fire Department, alongside Battalion 9, responded to a reported hazardous materials incident on the 700 block of Sixth Avenue in a residential garage.
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Ridgewood, NJ – Ridgewood Public Schools has been awarded a $72,000 grant from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJ DEP), Sustainable Jersey, and The College of New Jersey as part of the Trees for Schools program.
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New York NY, The late-night talk show — once a cultural institution dominated by legendary hosts like Johnny Carson, David Letterman, and Jay Leno — is facing an existential crisis. The latest casualty? The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
photo Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
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Washington DC, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signaled Monday that it may be time for a sweeping review of the Federal Reserve—beyond the current controversy over costly renovations—to examine whether the central bank is truly fulfilling its mission.
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Washington DC, Former President Barack Obama faces renewed scrutiny following bombshell documents released by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, placing him at the heart of what is being described as an unprecedented act of political sabotage during his final days in the Oval Office.
Efficiency and reliability are essential in the trucking industry, where tight deadlines and high customer expectations rule the day. One powerful tool that has transformed the way trucking fleets operate is GPS tracking. By providing real-time location data, GPS systems help fleet managers improve route planning, enhance safety, and reduce operating costs. When paired with tools like https://fleet.care/services/dispatch-services/, the benefits multiply, creating a smart, streamlined operation. Here’s a closer look at why GPS tracking is invaluable for trucking fleets and how to implement it effectively.
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For centuries, the act of creating art has been a deeply human pursuit driven by emotion, experience, and intuition. From oil paintings and classical compositions to sculpture and poetry, art has always been tied to the human soul. But in recent years, artificial intelligence has stepped onto the creative stage, bringing with it a new and controversial era: AI-generated art.
No longer confined to logic and math, machines are now composing music, designing graphics, writing poetry, and even creating award-winning paintings. As AI models become more sophisticated, they’re beginning to challenge our long-held definitions of what art is and who gets to make it.
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Ridgewood NJ, as reading scores decline nationwide and math gains remain uneven amid conflicting priorities, WalletHub has released its 2025 ranking of the Best & Worst School Systems in the U.S., comparing all 50 states plus the District of Columbia.
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SADDLE RIVER, NJ – Heads up, drivers! Bergen County crews will begin a major roadwork project on East Allendale Road starting Monday, July 21, 2025, that will bring temporary closures and detours to the area.
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TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, NJ – Heads up, residents! Coolidge Avenue is getting a much-needed facelift with a milling and paving project starting Monday, July 21, 2025. If you live, work, or commute through the area, here’s what you need to know.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – Ridgewood High School senior Luke Pash has officially etched his name into New Jersey track and field history. NJ MileSplit has announced the winners of the third annual Ed Grant Award, honoring the state’s top male and female high school track and cross-country athletes, and Pash’s incredible 2024-2025 season made him an easy choice for the prestigious honor.
