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Washington DC, President Donald Trump and Elon Musk are taking bold steps to shrink the federal workforce, implementing mass terminations, probationary firings, and a government-wide reduction in force (RIF). These actions have already triggered legal challenges from unions and civil rights groups, as the administration moves forward with its streamlining efforts.
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Ridgewood NJ, all Village offices and departments (except emergency services) will be closed on Monday, February 17 in observance of Presidents’ Day. There will be no garbage or recycling collection, and the Recycling Center will be closed. Ridgewood Police ,Fire and Emergency Services will be fully operational .
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Atlantic City NJ, an Atlantic County, New Jersey, man today admitted to the procurement, casting, and tabulation of fraudulent mail-in ballots submitted in connection with the general election held on November 8, 2022, Acting U.S. Attorney Vikas Khanna announced.
Continue reading Atlantic City Political Operative Admits Payment for Vote Election Fraud Scheme
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Bridgewater NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) announced today that, following an approximately three-week trial, suspended Manville Police Chief Thomas Herbst was convicted by a jury in Somerville, New Jersey, of several counts of Official Misconduct and related offenses, stemming from sexually assaultive and sexually inappropriate activity against several subordinates, both inside and outside the workplace, frequently while he was on duty.
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Wayne NJ, a police-involved shooting occurred Friday night in the White Birch Court neighborhood of Wayne, New Jersey, after officers encountered a man armed with two swords during a welfare check.
Continue reading Wayne Police Officer Shoots Sword-Wielding Suspect During Welfare Check
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Oradell NJ, a multi-alarm fire broke out at a CareOne nursing home on Kinderkamack Road in Oradell on Saturday morning, February 15, prompting a large emergency response from multiple Bergen County fire departments.
Continue reading Fire at Oradell Nursing Home Sends One to Hospital
You may already have an online course concept in the back of your mind as you read this.
If you have a strong interest in a subject, are proficient in it, and it meets a need for someone, you have everything you need to be an effective course developer. Numerous new tools and platforms have made it easier than ever to create an online course by taking care of the majority of the work for you. You just need what you know. Continue reading Choose an online course that sells – 10 Steps to make the process seamless
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Ridgewood NJ, Residents in Southern Connecticut, Northeast New Jersey, and Southeast New York should prepare for a mix of snow, ice, and strong winds this weekend, as the National Weather Service issues a Winter Weather Advisory and High Wind Watch.
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Upper Saddle River NJ, Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (O&R) is preparing to mobilize its emergency response workforce Sunday morning as accumulating snow, ice, heavy rain and strong wind gusts are expected to hit the area Saturday afternoon through Monday night.
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Hackensack NJ, a Bergen County woman is facing theft charges after allegedly transferring more than $451,000 from her employer’s bank account to her own using Zelle, prosecutors said.
Continue reading Hackensack Woman Accused of Stealing $451K via Zelle Transfers from Employer
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Hackensack NJ, With the May 13 municipal election approaching, Mayor John Labrosse’s team has a new candidate after a slate member withdrew to avoid a potential conflict of interest.
Richard Garcia, a Democrat working for the Bergen County Clerk’s Office, will replace Marco Howington, a real estate development consultant, on Labrosse’s ticket.
Continue reading Hackensack Mayoral Race: New Candidate Joins Labrosse Team Ahead of Election
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Wood-Ridge NJ, few entertainers can claim success in both Hollywood and professional auto racing, but Frankie Muniz has carved out a unique path that merges both worlds. In 2024, the former child star is set for an exciting year, making his full-time NASCAR debut while also reprising his iconic television role.
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Trenton NJ, the New Jersey Senate Republican Caucus sent a letter to NJ Board of Public Utilities (BPU) President Christine Guhl-Sadovy, demanding the BPU to prioritize reliability and affordability amid the recent electric rate hike on New Jersey residents.
