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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Since the 1920s, Ridgewood Cycle Shop has been a cornerstone of the local cycling community, and an institution in the greater Ridgewood area serving generations of riders in Ridgewood and beyond. Originally founded in Wilsey Square, the shop was purchased by Don McKinnon in 1964 and later relocated in 1971 to its current home at 35 North Broad Street.
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FAIR LAWN, NJ — On Saturday morning, July 5, the Fair Lawn Fire Department responded swiftly to a working truck fire on Route 208 southbound near Virginia Drive. The vehicle, a tree service truck, caught fire just before noon, prompting an emergency response from local firefighters and police.
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NEW YORK, NY — Nearly 50 years after New York City teetered on the edge of financial collapse, the city appears poised to repeat its historic mistakes. Last week’s Democratic primary results stunned political observers as voters backed Zohran Mamdani, a progressive candidate whose platform many say could trigger another economic crisis if enacted.
Continue reading A Half-Century After New York City’s Fiscal Collapse, Have We Learned Nothing?
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Say hello to Ridgewood’s newest menswear destination: Groom & Groomsmen Suits, where style, sophistication, and value meet. Located in the heart of downtown at 14 Wilsey Square, this one-stop shop offers an unbeatable alternative to traditional suit rentals—own your entire wedding outfit for the same price (or less).
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HO-HO-KUS, NJ — June 23, 2025 — It was a scorching Monday in Bergen County, but that didn’t stop the dedicated volunteers of the Ho-Ho-Kus Volunteer Fire Department from answering the call—four times, in fact.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 5, 2025 — In a significant legislative win just in time for Independence Day, President Donald J. Trump signed into law the much-anticipated “One Big, Beautiful Bill”, a sweeping reconciliation package that delivers the largest middle-class tax cuts in U.S. history, introduces Medicaid reforms, bolsters border security, and fuels an ambitious economic growth agenda.
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TEANECK, NJ — July 5, 2025 — The Township of Teaneck has officially submitted its Fourth-Round Affordable Housing Plan, identifying six potential development sites as part of its strategy to meet the state-mandated affordable housing obligation of 431 units.
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FRANKLIN LAKES, NJ — July 3, 2025 — a Bergen County woman has been indicted for obstruction of justice in connection with a multi-million dollar real estate investment fraud scheme that has already triggered more than a dozen lawsuits, federal officials announced.
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Cresskill NJ, the Friends of the Cresskill Library will be sponsoring the annual town wide garage sale fundraiser in about two months. Friends of the Cresskill Library have been running the event since 2022.
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MONTVALE, NJ — July 2025 — In a significant development for local planning and property development, Mayor Michael Ghassali announced that Montvale will be responsible for constructing only three affordable housing units over the next decade—down from the 348 units originally proposed by a state agency in October 2024.
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Hackensack, NJ — at approximately 10:30 PM, the Hackensack Fire Department 3rd Platoon, under the command of Deputy Chief M. Christensen, responded to a working fire on Fairmount Avenue near the Maywood border.
By Charles Stampul
Here is a park that should not exist, and what is happening today should not be happening. But if you were here now watching, you’d probably see nothing wrong, nothing unusual. It might even bring a smile to your face.
While other visitors come to NYC for its sightseeing spots and activities, you can escape to nearby cities or towns for a weekend getaway. It provides an opportunity to learn about the surrounding areas better and take a refreshing break from the familiar atmosphere for a while. Where should you go? Although many places are easily accessible from NYC, you can plan a trip to Atlantic City in New Jersey. You can play a game of blackjack, dance to your favorite soundtrack, or stroll on the Boardwalk in this resort town. Every moment, there will be something to keep you occupied. If you are thinking about commute options, intercity buses are the most reliable.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Fourth of July is celebrated as Independence Day in the United States. It commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, which declared the American colonies’ independence from Great Britain.
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