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New York New York, the FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Albany have initiated a formal criminal investigation into New York Attorney General Letitia James concerning allegations of mortgage fraud. The probe centers on claims that James falsified records to secure favorable loan terms for properties in Virginia and Brooklyn. New York PostReuters+1Newsmax+1
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Midland Park NJ, a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Erie Avenue and Franklin Avenue on Friday around noon resulted in significant damage to both vehicles but no injuries were reported.
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Ridgewood NJ, During a discussion at Wednesday evening’s Village Council public work session, some Council members expressed concern about costs associated with NJDEP-mandated FAQs related to remediation of contaminated soil at the Schedler property.
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Ridgewood NJ, a small section of a drop ceiling collapsed early Friday morning inside the Chase Bank branch located on East Ridgewood Avenue. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, as the bank was unoccupied at the time of the incident.
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Ridgewood NJ, before Ridgewood Fire B Platoon completed their shift Thursday morning, Ridgewood firefighters were dispatched to a working dumpster fire in Engine 31’s West Side district. The fire was reported in a 30-yard construction dumpster, prompting a quick response from both Engine 31 and Rescue 42.
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Newark NJ, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was detained on Friday, May 9, after refusing to leave a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility located at Delaney Hall in Newark, New Jersey. The confrontation has sparked national attention, drawing in federal authorities, congressional representatives, and immigration policy critics.
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, join renowned artist Eric Santoli for a LIVE plein air painting class at the beautiful and historic Hermitage in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ. Whether you’re a professional painter or just starting your creative journey, this is a rare opportunity to learn directly from a master in a breathtaking outdoor setting.
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Ridgewood NJ, a tentative agreement between NJ Transit and the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) was reached on May 7, offering a temporary sigh of relief for thousands of bus and light rail riders across New Jersey. However, the threat of a rail strike still looms as negotiations continue with the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET).
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Ridgewood NJ, Universal Basic Income (UBI) has gained popularity as a bold anti-poverty proposal supported by many progressives—and even a few conservatives. The idea is simple: provide no-strings-attached cash payments to individuals living below the poverty line. But does it actually work?
Continue reading Universal Basic Income: New Study Shows More Cash Doesn’t Mean Better Outcomes
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With the NJ Transit strike expected to begin on May 16, 2025, Boxcar is stepping in to provide commuters with a reliable alternative. Starting Monday, May 12, Boxcar will implement a new Bergen Bullet emergency schedule from Ridgewood Train Station to ensure continued transportation throughout the strike period.
Continue reading Boxcar Launches New Emergency Bergen Bullet Schedule Ahead of NJ Transit Strike
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Midland Park NJ, the New Jersey Appellate Court has upheld the life sentence for former NYPD officer Arthur Lomando, denying his appeal for a new trial in the 2015 machete murder of his ex-girlfriend, Suzanne Bardzell, outside her Midland Park home.
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Newark NJ, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean P. Duffy today unveiled a plan to build a brand new, state-of-the-art air traffic control system that will be the envy of the world. By replacing the current, antiquated system, the FAA will enhance safety in the sky, reduce delays, and unlock the future of air travel. This plan also ensures hard-working air traffic controllers have a system they can rely on and one they deserve.
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Ridgewood NJ, a relic of the Cold War space race, Kosmos-482, a Soviet-era Venus lander capsule, is expected to crash back to Earth tonight or early tomorrow morning. While the exact landing site remains unknown, space experts estimate a very low risk to human life — roughly 1 in 25,000.
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Washington DC, in a significant blow to both the cryptocurrency industry and a top legislative priority of former President Donald Trump, Senate Democrats have voted to block a bill to regulate stablecoins, halting momentum on a bipartisan push to bring clarity to the fast-growing digital asset sector.
