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Ridgewood NJ ,”Deja vu all over again” in 2016 we asked , correct me if I am wrong is this not a violation of the Faulkner Act, the Village of Ridgewood was established as a non partisan town . Why is the mayor promoting partisan politics?
op-ed from Bergen County GOP Chairman Jack DeLorenzo
Whomever wins the June 10 Republican gubernatorial primary, it is incumbent for all New Jersey Republicans to put aside old grievances and unite behind the GOP nominee. Any Republican would be better in the governor’s mansion than all the Democrat candidates. If the Democrats win the gubernatorial election, NJ’s economy will continue to shrink, entrepreneurs will continue to move out, young couples will continue to look towards other states to raise families, senior citizens will continue to move out of state to retire, and the cost of living will continue to skyrocket.
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GLEN ROCK, NJ — A local teen reported a disturbing encounter near Glen Rock High School on May 25, 2025, when he and his friends were allegedly targeted by Airsoft gunfire during a game of spike ball, according to the Glen Rock Police Department.
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PALISADES PARK, NJ — Nearly two years after approving a $1 million lease for a temporary police department trailer, borough officials and residents are still left asking the same questions: Why was it never used? And why is it still sitting vacant near Depot Place?
Continue reading Palisades Park Spends $1M on Unused Police Trailer—Investigation Ongoing
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KEARNY, NJ — A 36-year-old IT employee at Hudson Arts and Science Charter Middle School in Kearny has been arrested and charged following allegations of inappropriate sexual conduct involving two students under the age of 13, according to the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office.
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TRENTON, NJ — A 64-year-old Middlesex County man has been sentenced to 27 months in federal prison for operating a fraudulent commodities investment scheme that defrauded South Korean investors out of more than $1 million, according to U.S. Attorney Alina Habba.
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Fort Lee, NJ — Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella has announced the arrest of 71-year-old Manuel A. Barrantes of Fort Lee, New Jersey, on charges of aggravated sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. The arrest was made following a thorough investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit, led by Chief Matthew Finck, in collaboration with the Teaneck Police Department, under Chief Andrew McGurr.
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Palisades Park, NJ – A 23-year-old man from Palisades Park has been arrested and charged with sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child, according to Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella.
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Hackensack NJ, the Hackensack Police Department is responding decisively to a growing trend of unauthorized “park takeover” events promoted on social media, following two incidents at Carver Park in early June.
Continue reading Hackensack Police Address Unpermitted “Park Takeover” Events at Carver Park
photos courtesy of Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark
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Continue reading The Village of Ridgewood Adds New Thermo-plastic Stop Signs
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Ridgewood, NJ – A Day of Unity and Support for Special Olympics Athletes . Friday was a powerful day of community, awareness, and athletic spirit in Ridgewood, New Jersey, as members of the Ridgewood Police Department proudly joined students from Ridgewood High School (RHS) in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics New Jersey (SONJ).
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Behind every shimmering spoonful of premium caviar is a story shaped by patience, precision, and a deep respect for nature. From crystal-clear water to a perfectly sealed tin, each step reflects ethical farming and timeless craftsmanship. It’s not just about luxury—it’s about understanding what justifies the price of osetra caviar and other top-tier varieties. When you know the journey from farm to tin, every bite becomes richer in meaning and flavor.
Continue reading From Farm to Tin: The Journey of Premium Caviar
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Washington DC, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has released its latest monthly jobs report, showing a modest increase of 139,000 nonfarm payroll jobs in May, while the national unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.2%.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood invites community members to attend a public review session for the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) project. This federally funded initiative—administered through the NJDOT Local Aid Safe Routes to School Program—aims to improve walking and biking conditions for students across Ridgewood.
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photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood’s bravest were called into action Thursday night for one of the most heartwarming tasks in a firefighter’s repertoire: rescuing a stranded pet.
Continue reading Ridgewood Firefighters Rescue Cat Stuck on Roof in Late-Night Operation
