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Ridgewood NJ, the U.S. Postal Service today filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) of mailing services price changes to take effect July 13. The new rates include a 5-cent increase in the price of a First-Class Mail Forever stamp from 73 cents to 78 cents.
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Ridgewood NJ, imagine owning a wallet or handbag made from T-Rex leather. It may sound like science fiction, but biotech innovation could make it a reality by the end of this year. A pioneering partnership between Newcastle-based Lab-Grown Leather and The Organoid Company is working to grow genuine T-Rex skin using DNA fragments from dinosaur fossils—ushering in a new era of prehistoric luxury fashion.
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Saddle Brook NJ, in a dramatic act of bravery, two Saddle Brook police officers rescued multiple dogs from a house fire on John Ochs Drive Monday afternoon after a patio blaze quickly spread to the home.
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Fair Lawn NJ, in what authorities are calling a miraculous outcome, the driver of a black Lexus SUV survived a high-impact collision with a Hoboken-bound NJ Transit train on Wednesday afternoon at the Fair Lawn Avenue railroad crossing.
Continue reading Train Collision in Fair Lawn: Driver Walks Away from Crash with NJ Transit Train
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River Edge NJ, on Sunday, May 18 at 4:00 PM, River Crossing Concerts presents Songs of Love and Exile featuring soprano Sun Young Chung, cellist Thapelo Masita, and pianist Slavina Zhelezova for a poignant and timely recital exploring the inner landscapes of displacement, longing, and resilience.
Continue reading Songs of Love and Exile brings immigrant voices to center stage
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Newark NJ, U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey Alina Habba today announced the creation of a federal task force to preserve and protect the integrity of elections conducted in the District of New Jersey.
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Paterson NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) announced today that Paterson City Council President Democrat Alex Mendez along with three alleged co-conspirators and another Paterson resident are facing new charges in a superseding indictment that alleges they stole ballots, forged ballots and voter registrations, and submitted them to help Mendez win Paterson’s May 2020 municipal election.
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Boston’s business environment is known for its fast pace. As a business owner, you make daily decisions to stay ahead of the competition. However, office cleaning and maintenance can easily be overlooked. You can dismiss it as an aesthetic concern. Unfortunately, many businesses make this mistake. Please don’t follow in their footsteps. Each space must look fresh and clean, whether a typical office, corporate workspace, or co-working venue. It creates a positive working environment for employees and boosts productivity. Otherwise, germs and a dull environment can hit their morale and performance. Do you want to take this risk? If not, hire an office cleaning company to ensure every nook and corner of the office shines brightly, evoking a sense of safety and mental comfort for those who spend considerable time within its walls.
Continue reading Office spaces: What should you expect from professional cleaners?
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed almost every industry, and the music world is no exception. From composing symphonies to creating catchy beats, AI music generators have started to play a significant role in how music is produced today. But as these tools become more advanced, an important question arises: Can human creativity coexist with AI music generation? Let’s dive into this fascinating relationship, explore the challenges and opportunities it presents, and discover how artists can thrive in this new landscape.
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???? Location: Ridgewood, NJ
????️ Date Approved: April 22, 2025
???? Total Budget: $130,989,166
???? Tax Impact: Decrease of $80.90 per average assessed home
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education (BOE) officially adopted its 2025–2026 school budget during a public hearing and vote held at the April 22, 2025 meeting. Richard Matthews, Business Administrator and Board Secretary, led the detailed budget presentation outlining financial highlights and community impact.
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???? Location: 74 East Allendale Rd, Saddle River, NJ 07458
????️ Dates: Saturday, May 3 & Sunday, May 4
???? Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM both days
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Saddle River NJ, Fitz’s Fish Ponds is thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of our newest location in Saddle River, NJ, at the historic site of Waterford Gardens, America’s first water lily farm! This two-day celebration marks the official debut of the newly renovated store and pond haven.
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Paramus NJ, Popular home goods and international foods retailer World Market is officially coming to Bergen County, with its newest location set to open at Bergen Town Center on May 1.
Continue reading World Market Opens First Bergen County Store at Bergen Town Center in Paramus
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Teaneck NJ, after months of debate, the Teaneck Township Council passed a controversial “special event” ordinance last week by a 5-2 vote, aiming to increase regulation of protests while attempting to safeguard First Amendment rights. The decision comes amid heightened tensions in the township following ongoing demonstrations linked to the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Continue reading Teaneck Approves Controversial “Special Event” Ordinance to Regulate Protests
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Hackensack NJ, after nearly a decade in the making, construction is officially underway on a state-of-the-art 70,400-square-foot indoor sports complex in Johnson Park, set to provide year-round access to youth sports and recreational activities for Hackensack residents.
Continue reading Hackensack Breaks Ground on $3.5M Indoor Sports Complex at Johnson Park
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Paterson NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) today announced that a Paterson school bus company pleaded guilty to a second-degree crime, and agreed to pay a six-figure penalty and face a decade-long ban from doing business with the State, after it put unqualified drivers behind the wheels of school buses and deceived school districts about its hiring practices and the safety of its bus fleet.
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