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TRENTON, NJ — CNBC has released its 2025 ranking of America’s Top States for Business, and New Jersey landed in 30th place overall. While the Garden State scored well in some categories, its persistent struggles with business costs, taxes, and regulations continue to drag down its overall competitiveness.
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TRENTON, NJ — A new bill under consideration in the New Jersey Legislature sponsored by District 6 (Burlington and Camden),Senator MICHAEL L. TESTA, JR.District 1 (Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland), Senator ANTHONY M. BUCCO District 25 (Morris and Passaic) could dramatically change the chain of command for the New Jersey State Police, shifting oversight away from the state attorney general and placing the agency directly under the governor’s authority.
Continue reading NJ Lawmakers Consider Bill to Strip Control of State Police From Attorney General
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Ridgewood NJ, Property taxes in New Jersey remain some of the highest in the nation—and 2024 is no exception. According to the latest state data, the average New Jersey homeowner paid $10,095 in property taxes last year, exceeding the federal government’s former $10,000 SALT deduction cap.
Continue reading NJ Property Taxes 2024: Bergen & Passaic Towns with the Highest Bills
Even in a world full of dating apps, self-help books, therapy, and podcasts, astrology continues to hold its firm ground as the go-to guide for romantic insights. Whether it’s checking astrological compatibility before the first date or comparing synastry charts with a long-term partner, love astrology is deeply embedded in how people explore emotional connection.
Continue reading Love Astrology Tips for Better Relationships
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PARAMUS, N.J. — Quick action by the Paramus Police Department led to the arrest of two Newark men at Westfield Garden State Plaza on Wednesday, July 16, after they attempted to flee in a stolen vehicle.
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National Ice Cream Day 2025 is here on Sunday, July 20—and there’s no sweeter reason to indulge in your favorite frozen treats! Whether you’re craving a classic sundae, a dairy-free scoop, or the latest trendy flavor, this holiday is all about celebrating one of America’s most beloved desserts.
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Ridgewood NJ , the Ridgewood Board of Education will hold its next public meeting on Monday, July 21st, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Education Center, located at 49 Cottage Place, Ridgewood.
Continue reading Ridgewood Board of Education Meeting Monday, July 21st, 2025
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – A key pedestrian staircase at the Ridgewood Train Station, providing access from East Ridgewood Avenue to the tunnel beneath NJ Transit’s Bergen/Main Line tracks, has been closed since May 14, 2024, following a dramatic crash involving an Infiniti SUV.
Continue reading Ridgewood Train Station Pedestrian Staircase Repair to Move Forward
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WESTWOOD, NJ – Mayor Ray Arroyo announced that Bergen County’s Kinderkamack Road repaving project continued on Friday, July 18, with work scheduled between Westwood Avenue and Old Hook Road.
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FORT LEE, NJ – Nearly a year after the fatal police shooting of 24-year-old Victoria Lee, family, friends, and community members gathered in Fort Lee on July 19 to honor her memory and protest a grand jury’s decision not to charge the officer responsible.
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Washington DC, President Donald Trump has filed a defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal, its parent company News Corp, and owner Rupert Murdoch after the paper published a story claiming Trump wrote a lewd letter to Jeffrey Epstein for his 50th birthday.
Continue reading Trump Sues Wall Street Journal Over “Fake” Letter to Jeffrey Epstein
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FAIR LAWN, NJ – A two-vehicle crash late Saturday morning, July 19, left one person with a non-life-threatening upper body injury at the intersection of Fair Lawn Avenue and Pollitt Drive.
Continue reading Fair Lawn Car Accident at Fair Lawn Avenue and Pollitt Drive Leaves One Injured
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New York NY, CBS has officially canceled The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, citing massive financial losses rather than political pressure, according to network insiders.
Despite The Late Show maintaining the No. 1 spot in late-night TV ratings, the show was reportedly bleeding $40 million to $50 million annually due to a decline in advertising revenue and shrinking viewership among younger audiences.
In Ontario, cohabitation agreements are governed by the Family Law Act, which allows unmarried partners—referred to as common-law spouses—to create contracts covering matters such as property division, spousal support, and rights related to the matrimonial home.
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Trenton NJ, Governor Phil Murphy has officially signed A4765/S4146, groundbreaking legislation that strengthens driver education and testing requirements to ensure motorists safely share the road with pedestrians, cyclists, and vulnerable road users.
