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Ridgewood NJ, Investment giant BlackRock is making headlines as it pivots away from environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives and refocuses on maximizing returns for its clients. This shift comes amid growing criticism of ESG policies and a broader trend of financial firms distancing themselves from so-called “woke” investing.
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Ridgewood NJ, the U.S. has officially implemented broad 25% tariffs on all imports from Mexico and Canada, marking a significant shift in trade policy under President Donald Trump. The tariffs, which were delayed for a month to allow negotiations on drug trafficking and migration, are now in full force.
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Lodi NJ, The Lodi School District is grieving the loss of a high school senior who tragically lost their life in a car accident early Sunday morning.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood High School recently hosted Super Science Saturday, an annual hands-on learning event that brought science students and families from across the tri-state area together for a day filled with experiments, demonstrations, and interactive exhibits.
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Westwood NJ, Westwood Mayor Ray Arroyo is calling on residents of Westwood and surrounding neighborhoods to share their personal experiences with flooding. The Borough of Westwood is gathering firsthand accounts to support a FEMA application aimed at identifying flood-prone areas and developing potential solutions.
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Ridgewood NJ, a new Edunomics Lab study analyzed return on investment (ROI) in education from 2013 to 2024, examining per-pupil spending alongside 4th-grade reading and 8th-grade math scores on the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). The goal? To determine which states have been the most (or least) successful in leveraging funding for academic improvement.
Continue reading New Jersey’s Education Spending vs. Student Outcomes: A Decade-Long Analysis
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Hillsdale NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 24-year-old ENAJAIM E. BOWMAN of Newark, NJ, on various charges related to a series of burglaries across northern and central New Jersey. The arrest is the result of a weeks-long investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck; the Hackensack Police Department, under the direction of Chief Michael Antista; and with assistance from the Township of Union Police Department in Union County, under the direction of Police Director Chris Donnelly.
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Westmont NJ, Ridgewood Crew showed off both its speed and depth on Sunday at the 2025 Haddon Hammer, earning five individual medals across four races while the boys team took home the overall ‘fastest boat’ trophy. Also billed as the New Jersey Indoor Rowing Championships, Sunday’s event at Haddon Township High School featured 254 youth athletes from 14 different clubs across the state and represented the culmination of a highly successful winter erg season for Ridgewood.
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Ridgewood NJ, Figure, a Bay Area robotics startup, is bringing humanoid robots into homes sooner than expected. CEO Brett Adcock confirmed that the company will begin alpha testing its Figure 02 robot in real-world home environments later in 2025.
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Washington DC, President Donald Trump has unveiled plans to create a U.S. Crypto Reserve, aiming to bolster the digital asset industry after what he describes as years of regulatory attacks under the Biden Administration.
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Allendale NJ, FBI Director Kash Patel has ordered a formal investigation into former FBI Director James Comey over allegations that he authorized an off-the-books surveillance operation on Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign, according to a Tuesday report by The Washington Times.
In recent years, the way we approach end-of-life arrangements has evolved significantly. Many individuals and families are now seeking more personalized and meaningful ways to say goodbye to their loved ones. This shift reflects a desire to move away from traditional, one-size-fits-all ceremonies toward experiences that truly honor the unique lives of those we’ve lost.
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Short Hills NJ, New Jersey native Sean Baker took home his first Academy Award on Sunday night, winning Best Original Screenplay for his critically acclaimed film, Anora. The movie, which follows a young woman who marries the son of a Russian oligarch, was written, directed, produced, and edited by Baker, showcasing his signature indie filmmaking style.
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Ridgewood NJ, Artificial intelligence is set to transform the job market, and the cities that helped pioneer AI may be the most vulnerable to its impact.
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