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Budd Lake NJ, a Morris County man today admitted to having concealed his efforts to provide material support and resources to ISIS, U.S. Attorney John Giordano, Sue Bai, Head of the U.S. Department of Justice’s National Security Division, and FBI-Newark Acting Special Agent in Charge Terence G. Reilly announced.
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Fort Lee NJ, authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating the next of kin of Jairo Lopez-Lopez, a 25-year-old man from Hempstead, New York, whose body was discovered along the shoreline at Ross Dock in Fort Lee over the weekend.
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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, a tragic four-vehicle crash on Route 17 south in Hasbrouck Heights claimed the life of Edwin B. Coreas, 30, of Bogota, on Thursday, March 6, 2025, according to officials.
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But what about exercise ?
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Ridgewood has officially earned the prestigious Mayors Wellness Campaign (MWC) “Healthy Town” designation for 2024! ???? That’s right—we’re a town dedicated to health and wellness! Now, if only more of us would actually get up and move.
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Glen Rock NJ, as spring approaches, so does an increase in home improvement scams caution the Glen Rock Police. Scammers often go door-to-door, offering “free inspections” for roofs, driveways, or chimneys. After their so-called inspection, they claim your home has serious damage that needs immediate repair.
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Paramus NJ, the North Jersey Regional Spelling Bee returns for its 90th annual competition on Tuesday, March 12, 2025, at the Bergen Community College Moses Center in Paramus, NJ. This historic event has been a cherished tradition since 1935, bringing together the region’s top young spellers for a chance to shine on the national stage.
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Ridgewood NJ, looking for a unique way to explore history? The Ridgewood Historical Society invites you to experience childhood as it was over the past two centuries with their newest exhibit, “200 Years of Childhood in America.”
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Ridgewood NJ, in light of this week’s sanitation truck fire, the Village of Ridgewood is reminding residents that rechargeable batteries, single-use lithium batteries and computer parts SHOULD NOT BE PLACED IN TRASH OR BULK REFUSE. Please refer to the above graphic for guidance on the proper disposal of various types of batteries. Many items, including electronics, automobile batteries and printer cartridges, can be brought to the Recycling Center. Please refer to the 2025 Ridgewood Green Guide. Hazardous household waste can be dropped off at a Bergen County Utilities Authority collection event.
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New Jersey Scientists Protest as Federal Research Grants Face Uncertainty
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New Brunswick NJ, Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway confirmed in a recent campus-wide email that federal research funding is being blocked, leaving scientists and researchers across New Jersey in limbo. His statement follows growing concerns over the Trump administration’s executive order, which bars federal spending on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and has led to major funding cuts at agencies like the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
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Paramus, NJ, tensions flared over the weekend as protesters gathered outside the Tesla dealership on Route 17, calling for change amid growing opposition to CEO Elon Musk’s political affiliations. The demonstration was part of a broader movement against Musk’s involvement in Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which has drawn sharp criticism from environmental and labor activists.
Continue reading ‘Drain the Swamp’ Resonates with Voters but Protests Against Tesla Grow
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Ridgewood NJ, independent movie theaters in North Jersey are facing an uphill battle. With the rise of streaming services and competition from major theater chains, small cinemas must reinvent themselves to survive.
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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey commuters could face major disruptions this spring as the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) has rejected a settlement proposal in its ongoing wage dispute with NJ Transit. The decision paves the way for a possible train engineers’ strike as early as March 22, 2025.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood just got a new late-night food hotspot with the launch of Screamers, a pop-up eatery operating out of Best of Everything at 29 Oak Street.
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