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Senate Votes Overwhelmingly for Laken Riley Act, New Jersey’s Booker and Kim Vote No
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Ridgewood NJ, in a striking 84-9 vote, the Senate took its first major legislative step of the year by advancing the Laken Riley Act, defying claims that former President Donald Trump’s legislative priorities are “radical.” This decisive vote suggests growing bipartisan alignment on certain immigration issues and opens the door for broader immigration reform.
Bergen County Launches Crime Suppression Team
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Saddle River NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella, in partnership with local and federal law enforcement agencies, announces the recent implementation of the newly formed Bergen County Crime Suppression Team. This initiative was a special, directed patrol and investigative response task force that was assembled at the start of the recent holiday season. As a collaborative effort of combined resources from the Prosecutor’s Office, municipal police departments, and federal law enforcement, the Crime Suppression Team aimed to enhance public safety throughout the county during a particularly busy time of year.
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Macy’s Announces Closure of 66 Stores as Part of “Bold New Chapter” Strategy
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Paramus NJ, Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE: M) has confirmed the planned closure of 66 stores across the country including one in New Jersey in West Orange as part of its transformative “Bold New Chapter” strategy. This initiative, announced in February 2024, aims to drive sustainable, profitable growth by streamlining the company’s store portfolio and investing in key locations.
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Bank Manager, Charged with Stealing Nearly $70,00 from bank
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Belleville NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 43-year-old AMIRA T. WHITE of Belleville, NJ, on charges of theft by deception. The arrest is the result of a months-long investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck.
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Beware of Phishing Scams as Congestion Pricing Takes Effect in Manhattan
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New York NY, with congestion pricing now in full swing in Manhattan, a new risk has emerged for drivers: phishing scams posing as legitimate tolling agencies. Scammers are leveraging the increased toll activity to trick unsuspecting drivers into divulging sensitive information or making fraudulent payments.
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December Jobs Report: U.S. Adds More Than Expected 256,000 Nonfarm Payroll Jobs
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Ridgewood NJ, the U.S. job market showed continued resilience in December, with total nonfarm payroll employment increasing by 256,000, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The unemployment rate remained stable at 4.1%, marking seven months of consistent rates between 4.1% and 4.2%.
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Ridgewood Village Council Discusses Warner Theater in Closed Session
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Ridgewood Nj, the historic Warner Theater property, a notable part of Ridgewood’s heritage, was a key topic during a special public meeting of the Ridgewood Village Council on January 8, 2025. The council entered a closed session to discuss contract negotiations regarding the theater.
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Windswept Brush Fire Damages Fair Lawn Home on Berdan Avenue
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Fair Lawn NJ, a fast-moving brush fire caused significant damage to the exterior of a single-family home on Berdan Avenue in Fair Lawn on Thursday morning, January 9.
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Park Ridge Strip Mall Anchored by Lidl Sells for $17 Million
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Park Ridge NJ, a prominent strip mall on Kinderkamack Road in Park Ridge, anchored by a Lidl supermarket, has been sold for $17 million, according to an announcement by Marcus & Millichap, a real estate services firm. The Ridgemont Shopping Center, spanning 71,650 square feet, also houses Staples, Chase Bank, and Starbucks.
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Ridgewood Honda Accord Crash Sends Driver to Hospital in Ridgewood
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Ridgewood Nj, a Thursday morning collision on South Maple Avenue in Ridgewood left a Honda Accord driver injured and caused significant damage to the vehicle, according to local authorities.
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Rutherford Man Charged with Arson After Hotel Fire in East Rutherford
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Rutherford NJ, a Rutherford man faces multiple charges, including aggravated arson, after allegedly setting fire to a room at the Fairfield Inn in East Rutherford on Thursday, according to authorities.
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NJ Transit Settles Sexual Harassment Lawsuit with $535,000 Payout to Five Officers
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Newark NJ, five NJ Transit police officers have been awarded a collective $535,000 in settlements after filing lawsuits accusing a now-retired sergeant, Melvin Webb, of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. The lawsuits, originally filed in Camden County state court in 2021, brought to light troubling allegations against Webb during his time as a supervisor.
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Bergen County’s Affordable Housing and the Hackensack Bus Terminal Project Moves Forward
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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County is advancing a transformative project at 133 River St. in Hackensack, aimed at providing affordable housing for public service workers and modernizing the Hackensack Bus Terminal. This development replaces the former Bergen County probation building, now a vacant lot, and will revitalize one of New Jersey’s busiest transit hubs.
