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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — The American Dream megamall just scored a major legal victory — and it could have big financial repercussions for taxpayers, bondholders, and nearby towns.
Continue reading American Dream Wins $850M Property Value Cut in Tax Court Ruling
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HACKENSACK, NJ — Leadership is staying in the family — and the city — as Hackensack’s governing body has officially tapped retired Fire Chief Thomas Freeman, a 40-year veteran of the Hackensack Fire Department, to serve as the city’s new municipal manager.
Continue reading Hackensack Appoints Former Fire Chief Thomas Freeman as New City Manager
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PARAMUS, NJ — A Tuesday morning mishap at the Trader Joe’s on Route 17 North caused a brief commotion, after a white Mazda CX-90 accidentally crashed into a support pillar in front of the popular grocery store. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.
Continue reading Fender-Bender at Trader Joe’s in Paramus Causes Stir, But No Injuries Reported
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Ridgewood NJ, in a sweeping 335-page report released yesterday, the U.S. Coast Guard concluded that the catastrophic 2023 implosion of OceanGate’s Titan submersible—which killed all five people on board—was the direct result of “avoidable engineering failures” and a systemic disregard for safety standards by the company.
Continue reading US Coast Guard Report: OceanGate Titan Implosion Was “Entirely Preventable”
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States trade deficit fell sharply to $60.2 billion in June, its lowest level in nearly two years, according to fresh data released by the federal government yesterday.
Continue reading U.S. Trade Deficit Falls to 2-Year Low as Imports Drop Ahead of Tariffs
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Woodcliff Lake NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announces the following information related to the investigation of a fatal crash that occurred on Pascack Road in Woodcliff Lake, NJ. This investigation is being conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Woodcliff Lake Police Department, under the direction of Chief Stephen Regula.
When it comes to vehicle safety, your brakes are the most critical component. Regardless of how advanced your car’s safety features are—such as airbags, seat belts, or collision avoidance systems—none of these will protect you if your brakes fail. The ability to slow down or stop your vehicle promptly is essential for avoiding accidents and protecting everyone on the road.
At the heart of your braking system are the brake cylinders, including both the master and slave cylinders. These components convert the force you apply to the brake pedal into hydraulic pressure that activates the brakes at each wheel. For example, trucks like the 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Clutch Slave Cylinder depend heavily on robust and reliable brake systems to safely manage their heavy loads, especially when towing or hauling.
Continue reading Why Your Brakes Are the Most Critical Safety Feature in Your Car
The morning ritual holds profound power in shaping our entire day, influencing energy levels, mental clarity, and overall well-being. For those seeking to transform their morning routine by replacing cigarettes with cleaner alternatives, the journey represents more than simple substitution—it’s an opportunity to cultivate wellness-focused habits that enhance rather than compromise daily vitality and long-term health goals.
Continue reading Morning Rituals: Swapping Cigarettes for a Cleaner Nicotine Routine
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RIDGEWOOD — While Ridgewood High School’s Stadium turf field recently passed ASTM G-max testing (the industry standard for measuring shock absorption and surface impact), community advocates are warning that this certification does not tell the full story when it comes to player safety or environmental health.
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RIDGEWOOD — In a surprising turn, members of the Ridgewood Village Council are moving forward with a plan to purchase the former Warner Theater property, located at 190 East Ridgewood Avenue, a landmark building in the heart of downtown.
Continue reading BREAKING: Ridgewood Looks to Buy Historic Warner Theater Property
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Less than a month after severe flooding from the July 14 rainstorm caused over $50,000 in damage to two high school athletic fields, Ridgewood Public Schools has announced both facilities are officially back open and safe for play.
Continue reading Ridgewood School District Reopens High School Turf Fields After July Storm Damage
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TRENTON, NJ — the future of Alina Habba’s role fighting New Jersey’s culture of corruption as acting U.S. attorney for New Jersey now rests in the hands of a federal judge in Pennsylvania, after a criminal defendant argued that she was unconstitutionally appointed and must be disqualified from prosecuting his case.
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JERSEY CITY, NJ — Thirteen commuters were treated for smoke inhalation on Monday, August 4, after a fire ignited beneath a PATH train at Newport Station during the morning rush hour, officials confirmed.
Continue reading PATH Train Fire at Newport Station Leads to Evacuation and Service Delays
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CRESSKILL, NJ — A prominent Cresskill property owner is suing the borough, alleging that a preventable cybersecurity failure inside the tax collector’s office allowed more than $550,000 in property tax payments to be fraudulently diverted.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — in a dramatic escalation of its ongoing probes into the origins of the Russia investigation hoax, Attorney General Pam Bondi on Monday ordered the Department of Justice to convene a grand jury to examine how senior Obama administration officials handled, some say concocted “intelligence” surrounding alleged Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election. Which was proven to be totally false .
