Although some people want their weddings to be kid-free, if you have a large family or have children in your life, it is likely that you will want them there to witness the special occasion.
In fact, weddings can be wonderful family-friendly days that kids will remember for the rest of their lives, and here are a few tips to help you to achieve this.
Ah, yearbook photos! That little square or rectangle immortalizing a moment in time. Instead of settling for a generic pose, why not infuse your personality and style into this lasting memory? While they might seem straightforward, a touch of thoughtfulness can elevate your looks from basic to slay.
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Ridgewood NJ, on May 17th the Ridgewood Recycling Center hosted a successful community event, collecting more than 60 pre-owned bicycles for donation to Pedals for Progress, a New Jersey-based nonprofit organization.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Village Council has officially proclaimed the week of May 18 to May 24, 2025, as Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, during a council meeting held on May 14.
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Washington DC, President Donald Trump expressed his sympathy and well-wishes on Sunday following the announcement that President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer.
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BROOKLYN NY , a tragic incident occurred Saturday night when the Mexican Navy’s tall ship Cuauhtémoc collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in two confirmed deaths and 22 injuries, according to Mexican officials.
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Ridgewood NJ, after a disruptive weekend strike, NJ TRANSIT rail service, including Metro-North service west of the Hudson, will fully resume on Tuesday, May 20, starting with the first scheduled train on each line. Limited contingency service will remain in effect through Monday, May 19.
Continue reading NJ TRANSIT Rail Service Resumes May 20 After Historic Strike Ends
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Ridgewood NJ, a two-vehicle collision late Sunday morning at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Manor Road left two children shaken but fortunately uninjured, according to emergency responders.
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Mahwah NJ, just in time for summer, Darlington County Park is set to reopen its popular swimming lakes and Wibit Splash Zone on Saturday, May 24 at 10 a.m., according to Bergen County officials.
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Newark NJ, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) may soon see a reduction in air traffic, as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a temporary limit of 28 aircraft arrivals per hour to combat flight delays and runway congestion.
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Fort lee NJ, Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced the results of the first-ever “Operation Plate Check,” a weeklong statewide enforcement campaign aimed at identifying and penalizing drivers using fraudulent license plates and fake temporary tags. Led by the New York State Police in collaboration with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and various law enforcement agencies, the operation resulted in over 3,300 tickets issued between April 26 and May 3, 2025.
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Ridgewood NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) today announced the launch of the annual “Click It or Ticket” campaign, a coordinated statewide initiative focused on changing behavior as well as enforcement efforts to drive home the life-saving importance of wearing seat belts.
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Once a symbol of luxury, a million-dollar net worth is now average in the U.S. — here’s how we got here
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Ridgewood NJ, in the past, millionaires were revered — symbols of success, wealth, and sometimes, envy. Today? Not so much. According to the Federal Reserve, the average (mean) net worth of an American household has topped $1 million for the first time in history. With over 22 million millionaire households in the U.S., being a millionaire is no longer rare — it’s practically mainstream.
Continue reading The Explosive Rise of Millionaire Households in America
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Twp. of Washington NJ, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers, tattoo artists, and retailers about the risk of serious infections associated with tattoo inks contaminated by harmful bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Tattoo inks that are contaminated can cause infections and lead to severe health issues when injected into the skin during a tattooing procedure, as there is an increased risk of infection whenever the skin barrier is breached.
