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Ridgewood NJ, due to the inclement weather, Village Hall will have a delayed opening today, Thursday, February 6th. Village offices will open at 12:00 pm to ensure the safety of our staff and residents. Be careful out there!
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Paramus NJ, no more cash payments—that’s the new policy for property and sewer tax payments in Paramus, NJ. The Borough Council recently approved a resolution eliminating cash transactions, requiring residents to pay through personal checks, bank or certified checks, money orders, or credit cards instead.
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Demarest NJ, a Demarest Board of Education lawsuit alleges that a transgender student faced years of bullying and harassment, with district staff failing to intervene. The lawsuit, filed in New Jersey Superior Court, claims the school neglected to protect the student, despite repeated reports from the family.
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Closter NJ, a Queens-based attorney and Closter, NJ resident, Hyun W. Kee, also known as Michael Lee, has been sentenced to four-and-a-half years in federal prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud in December 2023.
Continue reading Attorney from Closter Sentenced to Prison for $3.3 Million Wire Fraud
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Ridgewood NJ, the U.S. Department of Education has been under fire, with President Donald Trump leading the charge to shut it down or drastically reduce its influence. Critics argue that despite over $1 trillion in spending, student performance has stagnated or declined.
Continue reading Is the U.S. Department of Education a Trillion-Dollar Failure?
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Washington DC, Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has set out to cut red tape and streamline federal bureaucracy—and while it’s stirred plenty of debate, one group is particularly excited: defense industry CEOs.
Continue reading Elon Musk’s DOGE Initiative: A Game-Changer for the Defense Industry?
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Ridgewood NJ, the world of online dating has transformed how we meet potential partners. From Match.com’s early days to today’s swipe-based apps like Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge, finding love has never been more accessible—or more frustrating.
Continue reading Swiping Fatigue: The Evolution of Online Dating
photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook
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Elmwood Park NJ, a two-vehicle collision on Wednesday, February 5, in the 200 block of eastbound Broadway led to a full road closure while emergency crews worked to rescue a trapped driver from an overturned vehicle.
Continue reading Serious Crash Closes Broadway in Elmwood Park; Firefighters Rescue Trapped Driver
photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page
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Paramus NJ, Firefighters from Paramus Engine Company #3 and Engine Company #4 swiftly responded to a raging car fire at the entrance of George Washington Memorial Park (234 Paramus Road) on the afternoon of Wednesday, February 5.
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Ridgewood NJ, in a major win for women’s sports and a huge shift on Title IX enforcement, the Trump administration’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced that it will enforce the 2020 Title IX rules rather than the Biden administration’s expanded 2024 version, which included gender identity under sex discrimination protections.
Continue reading Trump Administration Reinstates 2020 Title IX Rules ,Major Win For Women’s Sports
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Ridgewood NJ, President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping executive order aimed at eliminating what the White House calls “radical indoctrination” in K-12 education.
In an extraordinary convergence of luxury jewelry and medical innovation, the precision technology behind lab-grown diamonds is emerging as an unexpected hero in cancer treatment. This groundbreaking development showcases how the same meticulous processes that create stunning jewelry-grade diamonds are now paving the way for revolutionary cancer therapies. Continue reading Medical Breakthrough Hidden in Jewelry: Lab-Grown Diamonds Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment
Managing a bankroll is one of the most vital skills for anyone looking to enjoy online casino games responsibly. It refers to the money set aside solely for gambling activities, and having a proper plan in place can help you keep your finances in check. A well-managed bankroll allows you to avoid rash decisions and maintain a clear perspective throughout your gaming sessions. Without such a plan, it becomes easy to lose track of your spending and chase losses, which can lead to mounting debts and increased stress. By establishing a well-defined bankroll, you create a safety net that keeps gaming fun and minimizes the risk of financial strain.
Continue reading How to Manage a Bankroll: Online Casino Tips and Strategies
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Ridgewood NJ, due to expected inclement weather, Ridgewood Public Schools will be CLOSED on Thursday, February 6th, and all afternoon clubs and activities are cancelled.
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