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Hackensack NJ, Three teenagers from New York City have been arrested in connection with an alleged armed carjacking that occurred in Hackensack in April 2024, according to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office (BCPO).
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Ice cream connoisseurs know that there is nothing better than a delicious treat made at a local microcreamery. Clementine’s produces just such a thing. Their wide range of unique flavors has attracted plenty of attention in recent years, and the St. Louis-based ice cream maker now has a growing cult following.
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Ridgewood NJ, former Bergen County Prosecutor John Molinelli is under fire from the New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association (NJ PBA) after taking on the role of spokesperson for the Public Safety Information Protection Coalition, a group seeking to revise Daniel’s Law to its original 2020 version.
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New York NY, a former New York City police sergeant has been sentenced to 1.5 years in federal prison for operating as an unregistered agent of the Chinese government during a covert surveillance operation in New Jersey.
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Washington DC, in a bold political move, the Trump administration has formally asked the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to revoke Harvard University’s tax-exempt status, following criticism that the Ivy League institution is promoting political and ideological agendas.
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Paramus NJ, the Archdiocese of Newark has announced that Visitation Academy, a long-standing Catholic elementary school in Paramus, will permanently close its doors at the conclusion of the 2024-2025 academic year due to declining enrollment and financial challenges.
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Ridgewood NJ, get ready for a fun-filled family event as Ridgewood’s Easter in the Park returns on Saturday, April 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square.
Hosted by the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce, this annual celebration offers an afternoon of live music, games, local vendors, and plenty of springtime joy for all ages.
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Chicago Il, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell issued a cautious economic outlook on Wednesday, stating that the central bank will “wait for greater clarity” before considering any changes to interest rates. His comments come amid rising concerns that President Trump’s tariffs may fuel both higher inflation and slower economic growth, creating a policy dilemma for the Fed.
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Washington DC, emotions ran high at the White House press briefing on Wednesday, April 16, as Patty Morin, the grieving mother of murder victim Rachel Morin, took the podium to denounce her daughter’s killer — and to deliver a fiery rebuke of political leadership she says failed her family.
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GLEN ROCK, NJ – A two-vehicle collision involving a Toyota SUV and a Mercedes SUV in the 300 block of South Maple Avenue sent one driver to the hospital on the afternoon of Wednesday, April 16.
The crash caused the Toyota SUV to roll onto its roof, trapping the driver inside. Fortunately, the woman behind the wheel sustained non-life-threatening injuries. She was transported by Glen Rock EMS to The Valley Hospital for treatment.
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Trenton NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) announced today that a Florida man has been indicted for aggravated assault, endangering others, and multiple weapons offenses, including possession of assault weapons, large capacity ammunition magazines, handguns, silencers, and a booby-trapped rifle that fired during his arrest at the Trenton Transit Center.
With a focus on cost efficiency and sustainability, businesses are re-evaluating how they power their tools. Traditional compressors often bring hidden costs, from frequent maintenance to inefficient fuel use, that add up fast. Choosing more innovative equipment can lead to real savings without sacrificing performance.
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Newark NJ, Amtrak has announced a $40 million investment to upgrade aging infrastructure on the Northeast Corridor between New York Penn Station and Trenton, as part of a major push to prevent a repeat of the “Summer of Hell” delays that plagued commuters in 2024.
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Ridgewood Nj, the threat of a rail strike in New Jersey is growing after NJ Transit’s locomotive engineers voted overwhelmingly to reject a tentative labor agreement, with a staggering 87% voting “no”. The high turnout — 93% of eligible union members — sends a powerful message as the agency faces increasing pressure to return to the bargaining table.
Continue reading NJ Transit Engineers Overwhelmingly Reject Contract Offer, Strike Looms for May 15
