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TRENTON, NJ — As New Jersey lawmakers finalize the $58.1 billion state budget for fiscal year 2026 — the largest in state history — one controversial item appears to be making its way into the final cut: increased sales taxes on cigarettes, vaping products, and internet gaming.
Continue reading NJ Poised to Raise Sales Tax on Cigarettes and Vapes in 2026 Budget
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Ridgewood NJ, The Brewers Guild of New Jersey is proud to announce the inaugural New Jersey Craft Beer Week, running from July 13–20, 2025. The statewide campaign will spotlight over 150 independent breweries through taproom events, special releases, and local collaborations — all designed to bring customers back into the spaces where New Jersey beer is brewed, poured, and shared.
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Ridgewood, NJ – Ridgewood Water has announced a planned infrastructure project on Glen Avenue (between Oak Street and Upper Boulevard, near the Ridgewood Art Institute) scheduled for Friday morning, June 27, 2025. The project will affect traffic during early morning hours and involves important upgrades to the local water supply system.
Continue reading Ridgewood Water Road Closure Alert: Glen Avenue Work Scheduled for June 27, 2025
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Ridgewood NJ, Bumble, the popular online dating and networking platform where women make the first move, has announced a significant organizational restructuring. On Wednesday, shares of Bumble Inc. surged over 26% following a new securities filing that revealed plans to lay off 30% of its workforce, approximately 240 positions.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — It is with profound sorrow that the Ridgewood community shares the heartbreaking news of the sudden and unexpected passing of Octavio Gonzalez, a devoted father, husband, and a cornerstone of the Dads’ Night organization. Octavio’s passing on Sunday, June 22, has left an irreplaceable void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Compassionate Care for Rescued Wild Horses During Heat Wave
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Allendale, NJ — As temperatures soar across the region, The Unbridled Heroes Project in Allendale, NJ is going above and beyond to keep its beloved rescued mustangs safe, healthy, and cool during the extreme heat wave.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Restoration work is officially underway on Dunham Trail, a beloved 1.75-acre nature preserve along the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook. The project, aimed at stabilizing the brook’s bank near one of Ridgewood Water’s 20-inch mains, began today and is expected to be completed within a month.
In recent years, the wellness industry has seen a noticeable shift toward holistic health. People are no longer satisfied with quick fixes or isolated treatments that address only one part of their well-being. Instead, a growing number of individuals are embracing a more complete, integrated approach to health—one that considers the physical, mental, emotional, and even spiritual aspects of life.
This trend is not just a passing fad. It’s a response to the realization that health isn’t simply the absence of illness but the presence of balance and harmony across all areas of life.
In the classic tale of suburban ingenuity meeting urban necessity, communities along the New Jersey-New York border are discovering that commercial solar solutions services and comprehensive commercial solar solutions services offer far more than just environmental virtue signaling—they’re delivering hard-dollar returns that would make any Ridgewood entrepreneur smile. Like watching your property taxes actually decrease for once, the financial benefits of advanced commercial solar solutions and strategic commercial solar solutions services have transformed from feel-good luxury into practical business sense, creating a renewable energy corridor that stretches from Bergen County office parks to Manhattan high-rises where commuting residents finally found something that saves them money without requiring a move to Pennsylvania.
Continue reading Ridgewood to Manhattan: How NJ/NY Border Communities Are Embracing Solar Energy
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Westwood NJ, Westwood Mayor Ray Arroyo reminds everyone to please be aware :
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Paramus NJ, Valley Health System, in partnership with Inbound Health, a leading enabler of advanced care at home, is proud to announce a Hospital at Home program, set to launch this summer. This innovative program will deliver high-acuity inpatient care to eligible patients in the comfort and safety of their homes – improving patient experience while maintaining the same standards of quality and safety found at The Valley Hospital.
Continue reading Valley Health System and Inbound Health Partner to Launch Hospital at Home Program
RHS Junior Recognized for Outstanding Leadership, Academics, and Community Service
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Ridgewood High School junior Toi Murai has been awarded the prestigious Dwight D. Eisenhower Leadership Award by the West Point Society of New Jersey. The award was presented by Mr. Stephen Kalish, a former U.S. Army officer and graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point.
Step Into History with Live Demonstrations, Family Fun & Colonial Traditions
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HO-HO-KUS, NJ — Step back into 1778 and relive the Revolutionary War era at The Hermitage Museum during the exciting reenactment event, “Join the Militia!”, on Saturday, July 12, from 10 AM to 4 PM.
Township Officials Credit Accurate Land Analysis, Planning Strategy, and Smart Credit Usage
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MAHWAH, NJ — In a stunning development, the Township of Mahwah has dramatically reduced its fourth-round affordable housing requirement from 629 units to just three, following a comprehensive revision of its Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. This shift is being hailed as one of the most significant reductions among New Jersey municipalities.
Exploring the Surprising Link Between Cold Drinks and Irregular Heartbeats
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — There’s nothing more refreshing than an ice-cold drink on a hot summer day—but what if that frosty lemonade or iced tea could actually trigger a heart rhythm disorder?
For some individuals living with atrial fibrillation (Afib), that may be exactly what’s happening. A recent survey, published in the Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology, has identified a surprising trend—cold beverages may act as a trigger for irregular heartbeats in people with Afib, a condition that affects millions of Americans.
