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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — July 2025 — In a significant turn of events, Ridgewood has reduced its fourth-round affordable housing obligation from 427 units—the number initially assigned by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs—to just 4 units, all of which the village says are already covered through surplus credits.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — July 2025 — After nearly two decades of requiring air travelers to remove their shoes at security checkpoints, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has officially begun phasing out the shoe removal policy at select U.S. airports. The update, already implemented at airports in Maryland, Florida, and Oregon, is expected to expand nationwide in the coming days.
Continue reading TSA Begins Rolling Back Longstanding Shoe Removal Policy at Airports
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Ridgewood NJ, a former taxi stand office at the train station, now vacant, was supposed to have been occupied with a paying tenant beginning in early 2024. The space is still vacant.
Continue reading Some Promises Made from the Ridgewood Village Council Dais Have Not Been Kept
photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page
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FAIR LAWN, NJ — July 8, 2025 — A commercial van overturned on its side in the 400 block of River Road (southbound) late Monday afternoon, July 7, leaving the driver with non-life-threatening hand and arm injuries, according to Fair Lawn police.
Continue reading Driver Injured After Commercial Van Flips on River Road in Fair Lawn
photos courtesy of the New Milford Fire Department
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NEW MILFORD, NJ — Tuesday, July 9, 2025 — Emergency crews rushed to a residential neighborhood in New Milford just before 7:30 a.m. after a garbage truck crashed into a home, striking two parked cars and damaging a gas meter.
Continue reading Garbage Truck Crashes into Home in New Milford — No Injuries Reported
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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — July 8, 2025 — In a major win for both healthcare innovation and patient outcomes, Saint Peter’s University Hospital has successfully reduced emergency department (ED) visits by 7.1% among high-risk patients, thanks to its partnership with Lightbeam Health Solutions, a leading provider of AI-powered population health management solutions.
Continue reading Saint Peter’s University Hospital Uses AI to Cut Emergency Department Visits by 7%
Online sports betting is on the rise across New Jersey, and Ridgewood is right in the thick of it. From phone apps to buzz locally, this is the way the wave of online gambling is impacting close by.
Just a few years back, sports betting appeared to be the domain of casino floors in Atlantic City or smoke-filled back rooms out of a movie. Now? It’s just another phone app. And in Ridgewood, this is how that shift has really taken hold more than maybe some might have expected.
In today’s short-term rental market, presentation and hygiene are everything. Guests don’t just want a clean space—they expect a consistently spotless, hotel-level experience from the moment they walk through the door. Whether it’s a quick overnight stay or a week-long booking, expectations have evolved. And for hosts, that means elevating their Airbnb cleaning routines from “good enough” to guest-ready on every level.
A well-cleaned rental does more than impress—it sets the tone for the entire stay, affects reviews, and influences repeat bookings. But achieving and maintaining this level of readiness requires more than basic tidying. It takes a strategic, thorough approach to both house cleaning and deep cleaning routines, designed specifically for short-term rentals.
Continue reading The Guest-Ready Standard: What Airbnb Cleaning Should Look Like in Today’s Market
Most people associate a clean space with visual appeal—a neat kitchen, an organized office, or freshly vacuumed floors. But the impact of cleanliness extends beyond appearance. A tidy environment has profound effects on emotional and psychological well-being. Whether at home or in a workplace, the state of your surroundings directly influences mood, focus, and stress levels.
Continue reading The Psychology of a Clean Space: How Tidiness Impacts Mental Health
Insurance is supposed to be that safety net we all count on. We pay for it every month so that if something goes wrong, we’re covered. But then, an accident happens. You file a claim, hoping the process will be smooth. And suddenly, the insurance company says no.
Frustrating, right? And you’re left thinking, why? What did I miss? This happens to many people across the U.S. In moments like these, seeking legal assistance for denied insurance claims can be a big help in understanding your options and fighting back.
Continue reading What to Do When Your Insurance Claim Gets Denied
When homeowners think about remodeling, the focus often zeroes in on one room—perhaps a kitchen in need of modern updates or a basement waiting to be finished. But what many don’t anticipate is how a single improvement can trigger a wave of positive changes throughout the rest of the house. At BBC Construction, clients often find that upgrading one space leads to rethinking others, as form and function begin to align in new and exciting ways.
Continue reading The Remodeling Ripple Effect: How One Upgrade Impacts the Entire Home
???? Zillow Snooping Is the New National Pastime
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Ridgewood NJ, You know the drill: someone casually drops that they just bought a house in Aspen, and before they’ve even finished their humblebrag, you’re hunched over your keyboard like a modern-day Nancy Drew, tapping their address into Zillow.
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HO-HO-KUS, NJ — August 2025 — Mark your calendars! The Hermitage Museum Outdoor Art & Craft Show is back on Saturday, August 9, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the historic Hermitage Museum (355 Franklin Turnpike, Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ, just next to Ridgewood). This annual family-friendly event will feature over 75 talented artists and crafters, offering a one-of-a-kind open-air shopping experience.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — July 2025 — After decades as a respected voice in financial journalism, Neal Lipschutz—the former Deputy Editor-in-Chief of The Wall Street Journal and Ridgewood native —has embarked on a new literary journey: mystery fiction. His debut novel, No Write Way to Die, is set to release July 8 and promises suspense, sharp character development, and a plot that explores the lengths a parent will go to protect their child.
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Twp. of Washington NJ, township Mayor Peter Calamari comment’s on the State’s “affordable housing” mandates for Twp. of Washington:
As your mayor, I want to speak to our residents not just as an elected official, but as a neighbor who shares your deep love for this community.
