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Fort Lee NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced additional charges against 58-year-old MARC PIOVANETTI of Fort Lee, NJ. These latest charges are the result of an ongoing investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck.
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Alpine NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the following additional information related to the ongoing investigation of a fatal crash that occurred in February 2025 on the Palisades Interstate Parkway in Alpine, N.J. This ongoing investigation is being conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Palisades Interstate Parkway Police Department, under the direction of Chief Steven Shallop.
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Elmwood Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announces charges against a juvenile in connection with a shooting investigation in Elmwood Park, NJ. This investigation is being conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Elmwood Park Police Department, under the direction of Chief Michael Foligno.
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LONDON, UK — The world’s oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament, Wimbledon, concludes this weekend with a star-studded finals lineup. American Amanda Anisimova and Poland’s Iga Świątek will battle for the women’s singles title today at 11 a.m. ET, while Italy’s Jannik Sinner and Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz will clash in the men’s final on Sunday.
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HACKENSACK, NJ — A former longtime employee of the Hackensack Public School District has filed a lawsuit against the Board of Education and several high-ranking administrators, alleging age discrimination, disability discrimination, and workplace retaliation.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A large tree fell early this morning in the 400 block of South Pleasant Avenue, blocking traffic and disrupting utility services to at least one single-family home, according to local reports. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
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Franklin Lakes NJ, a federal grand jury returned an indictment charging a New Jersey real estate investor and influencer with committing a multi-million-dollar Ponzi-like investment fraud scheme, conspiring to launder drug proceeds, laundering money represented to be drug proceeds as part of a sting operation, and bribing a New Jersey politician, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced today.
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PARIS — A rare prototype Hermès Birkin bag sold for a record-breaking $10.1 million at Sotheby’s Paris, making it the most expensive handbag ever sold at auction. The iconic black leather bag—featuring gilded brass hardware, a nondetachable strap, and the initials of actress Jane Birkin—was snapped up in under 20 minutes by a Japanese private collector.
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TRENTON, NJ — Senator Kristin Corrado (R-40) has strongly criticized Trenton Democrats for fast-tracking major changes to New Jersey’s Mansion Tax with little notice or time for the real estate industry to adjust. The new law (S-4666/A-5804) was introduced on June 23, signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy on June 30, and took effect immediately on July 1, leaving just nine days for compliance.
Continue reading Senator Kristin Corrado Slams Trenton Democrats Over Sudden Mansion Tax Overhaul
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NEW JERSEY — A new Rutgers-Eagleton Poll reveals that New Jersey residents are largely dissatisfied with how the state government is handling critical issues, particularly taxes, cost of living, and public transportation. The report, conducted between June 13 and 16, 2025, paints a picture of a public increasingly frustrated with both state and national leadership — a sentiment expected to shape the upcoming 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial election.
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Clifton NJ, Clifton Councilwoman Rosie Pino declared her candidacy for the Republican nomination for New Jersey’s 9th Congressional District. Announcing her campaign, Councilwoman Pino stated the following:
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A routine motor vehicle stop conducted by members of the Ridgewood Police Department Detective Bureau on the afternoon of Thursday, July 10, 2025, led to the recovery of a stolen motorcycle and the arrest of its driver, authorities confirmed.
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BERGEN COUNTY, NJ — A former Fair Lawn School District employee arrested for alleged lewd acts inside a middle school building has been confirmed as a former substitute teacher in Ridgewood, authorities and school officials said.
Every successful food truck starts long before the first meal is served. Long before the windows open or the grill heats up, there’s a journey that unfolds—one that turns an idea into a fully operational mobile kitchen. For those dreaming of launching their own truck, understanding this process can make the difference between a smooth start and a frustrating scramble.
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Most people think of pests as a problem that arises when something has already gone wrong—an infestation that appears suddenly and demands urgent attention. But pest activity doesn’t happen in isolation. In fact, much of it is triggered by changing weather patterns and seasonal shifts that create the perfect conditions for insects and rodents to thrive.
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