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Ridgewood to Remove Contaminated Soil from Historic Schedler-Zabriskie Property in $1.5M Cleanup Effort

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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood has earmarked $1.5 million in its proposed 2025 capital budget to remove contaminated soil from the historic Schedler-Zabriskie property, located at 460 W. Saddle River Road. The project is part of the village’s broader $64.8 million municipal budget introduced this week.

According to Village Manager Keith Kazmark, the contamination affects the entire 1,100-foot-long berm running along Route 17 north, as well as portions of soil previously distributed across the 7-acre property.

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Why You Should Consider Moving to Brighton, Massachusetts

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Brighton, Massachusetts is a vibrant neighborhood located in the western part of the City of Boston. Once part of the historical town of Brighton (and even further back, a part of Cambridge), today it stands as a unique and attractive destination for those seeking a place to call home. Characterized by its comfortable housing stock, close-knit communities, and easy access to downtown Boston, Brighton offers the best of both suburban tranquility and urban convenience. Compared to its neighboring areas such as Allston and Brookline, Brighton strikes a harmonious balance between affordability, livability, and cultural richness. Below, you’ll find a detailed, 1,500-word exploration of what makes Brighton so appealing—covering everything from housing to transportation, neighborhood highlights, and local comparisons that underscore why this enclave continues to draw in newcomers year after year.

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Read My Lips : Will Republicans Really Raise Income Tax Rates to Their Highest Level in 40 Years?

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Washington DC, in a surprising political twist, whispers are growing louder in Washington that some Republicans in Congress may consider raising the top income tax rate — potentially pushing it above 40% for the first time since 1985.

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The Government Spending Stimulus Hoax: Why More Spending Doesn’t Mean More Prosperity

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For decades, politicians and some economists have pushed the narrative that government spending stimulates economic growth. But is this really true? According to a new study by leading financial experts, the answer may surprise you.

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Woman Fatally Struck by NJ Transit Train Near Route 23 Transit Center in Wayne

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Wayne NJ, a woman was tragically killed after being struck by a New Jersey Transit train near the Route 23 Transit Center in Wayne on Friday afternoon, officials confirmed.

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New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Warns on Bird Flu and Wild Birds Found Dead

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Upper Saddle River NJ, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Division of Sustainable Waste Management (DSWM) has reviewed information from the Division of Fish and Wildlife (F&W), New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) and other Federal and State sources, and has prepared additional guidance for counties and municipalities regarding the handling and disposal of dead birds or wildlife suspected of infection with HPAI. Be advised that the cause of death should be considered HPAI unless there is evidence of an obvious trauma, or the dead birds are songbirds.

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Democratic Congresswoman Sherrill Called Out by Fellow Democrat for Insider Trading

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Trenton NJ, Steve Sweeney, Democratic candidate for Governor of New Jersey, is calling out Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill for violating federal law by not revealing her stock trading activity and for enriching herself at an astronomical rate while in Congress, an increase in asset value of at least 223% and possibly as high as 560%.

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Township of Washington Police Department will be conducting a Training Exercise at the Westwood Regional

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Twp. of Washington NJ, on Sunday April 13th and Tuesday April 15th the Township of Washington Police Department will be conducting a training exercise at the Westwood Regional Jr./Sr. High School between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm.
Those traveling in the area of the school are asked not to be alarmed by the police presence while the training event takes place.

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Police Respond to Reported Fight at Floor & Decor Store in Paramus

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Paramus NJ, a heavy police presence descended on the Floor & Decor store at 50 A&S Drive on Saturday evening following multiple 911 calls reporting a physical altercation in progress inside the store.

According to the Paramus Police Department, patrol units responded swiftly and in force to the scene shortly after the calls came in. Witnesses reported an active fight involving injuries, prompting the dispatch of two ambulances as a precautionary measure.

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Route 208 South Crash Causes Delays in Glen Rock Amid Sleet and Slippery Roads

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Glen Rock NJ, drivers faced significant delays on Route 208 South Saturday morning after a single-vehicle rollover crash occurred near Lincoln Avenue, just south of Utter Avenue. The incident, combined with sleet and rain, created hazardous driving conditions throughout the region.

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Park Ridge Police Warn Parents and Students About Risky “Assassins” Game Gaining Popularity

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Park Ridge NJ,  the Park Ridge Police Department has issued a public advisory about a growing trend among high school students known as the “Assassins” game — a water-gun-based activity that is raising serious concerns about public safety and law enforcement response.

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Ridgefield Park Faces Second Lawsuit Over Brutal Rottweiler Attack That Left Woman Severely Injured

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Ridgefield Park NJ, the Borough Ridgefield Park and its Police Department are now facing a second lawsuit related to two violent Rottweiler attacks, with the latest legal action filed by Gulsen Tamsen, who says she was viciously mauled by the same dogs involved in an earlier incident.

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Passaic County Acquires Bloomingdale’s Spring Brook Acres for $5M to Preserve Open Space and Create New Public Park

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Bloomingdale NJ, in a major win for open space preservation, Passaic County officials have finalized the $5 million purchase of Spring Brook Acres, a 100-acre tract in Bloomingdale previously targeted for high-density residential development.

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Paramus Crash: Landscaper’s Truck Hits Amazon Van, Slams Into Pole on Haase Avenue

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Paramus NJ, a landscaper’s Ford pickup truck struck the rear side of an Amazon delivery van before crashing into a utility pole and tree early Friday afternoon on Haase Avenue, near Farview Avenue. The incident resulted in traffic delays and a response from multiple emergency and utility crews.

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