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Ridgewood NJ, Netflix is shutting down its DVD rental service on September 29. Customers can keep any remaining DVDs they have after the service shuts down. Subscribers can potentially receive up to 10 discs for free as Netflix clears out its inventory. Netflix will allow people to sign up to its DVD plan until midnight on August 28 for a chance to win the DVDs.
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If there is one thing aside from taxes and death in life, it’s that everyone wants to win the lottery! This desire dates back to the earliest days of lottery games and continues to this day. The lure of easy money (sometimes in the millions) is enough to drive people potty and attempt to discover ways that they might beat the system and walk away millionaires. However, while there is no accurate way to ‘beat’ the lottery, there are some things you could do that will slightly increase your odds…
Continue reading Increase Your Chances of Winning a Lottery with This How-To Guide
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River Edge NJ, Baronfest Beer Festival is back! On Saturday, September 30th (rain date October 1st) from 1 to 6 p.m., spend a lovely autumn afternoon filled with beer, food, history, and family fun at Historic New Bridge Landing, River Edge!
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Mahwah NJ, Harper Lee, Mark Twain, Ernest Hemingway… These iconic names are among the luminaries hailing from the United States. However, more locally, each state has produced their own homegrown authors who have left an indelible mark on literature with their diverse and significant contributions. A survey* of 3,000 respondents by StoicQuotes.com shed light on each state’s most cherished authors, revealing some intriguing outcomes.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood ladies flag football finished the season 11-0. The program is now 20-1 all-time in two years of existence.
Continue reading Ridgewood Ladies Flag Football Receives Championship Rings at Metlife Stadium!
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Rochelle Park NJ, the occupants of a single family home located on North Drive in Rochelle Park safely fled their house moments before it became engulfed by heavy black smoke emanating from the basement early Tuesday morning, 08/22. Firefighters from Rochelle Park were assisted by numerous other agencies in extinguishing the blaze. Unfortunately, the structure sustained heavy fire, smoke, and water damage. One (1) civilian and one (1) firefighter reportedly suffered minor injuries.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Crew saw five of its 14 sculling boats make the finals and three boats finish in the top three at the 139th Royal Canadian Henley Regatta at St. Catharines, Ontario from August 6 – 13. The Henley, held annually in Martindale Pond next to Lake Ontario, is one of the most prestigious crew events in the world and, this year, featured nearly 2,000 entries from 120 clubs across seven countries and four continents.
Continue reading A Trio of Top Three Finishes for Ridgewood Crew at International Competition
The allure of gambling is timeless and universal. For many, it’s the exhilarating blend of skill, luck, and anticipation. Yet, for those who stand on the shores of this vast ocean for the first time, it can seem both enticing and intimidating. Whether you’re drawn by the promise of high-stakes poker, the riddle of roulette, or the charm of Wunderino DE slots, understanding the basics is crucial. Let’s set sail on your gambling journey, ensuring you’re well-equipped to navigate these waters with expertise.
picture of PST Brown receiving a Life Saving Award for her actions from myself on August 22, 2023
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Ridgewood NJ, Northwest Bergen Central Dispatch Public Safety Telecommunicators (PST) took a 9-1-1 call for a 12-month-old baby not breathing, turning blue. She was able to assist the child’s parents with administering CPR over the phone and bringing the baby back to life before Police/ EMS arrived on scene.
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Fair Lawn NJ, Fair Lawn Police, Fair Lawn EMS, Fair Lawn Fire Company #3, and Fair Lawn Heavy Rescue all responded to a Monday evening, 08/21, rollover crash in the 2600 block of Broadway eastbound. Fair Lawn EMS transported at least two (2) victims to a local hospital for treatment. None of the injuries appeared to have been life-threatening in nature. The rolled over 4-door sedan involved in the crash was righted and towed from the scene. Police received a report that a red SUV that fled the area may have also been involved in the incident. A crash related fluid spill was mitigated by members of the Rescue Squad. Broadway eastbound was closed between Plaza Road and 27th Street while emergency responders and tow truck operators worked at the scene.
Continue reading Broadway Fair Lawn Rollover Crash Sends Several Victims to Hospital
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Ridgewood NJ, Even in our spare time, Ridgewood Emergency Services members are practicing their skills. Each shift, our crews take the time to run through at least one drill. By creating different scenarios, it helps our members prepare for a number of potential incidents that they might face on a call.
Continue reading UPDATE: Always Training with Ridgewood Emergency Services
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NEWARK, NJ – Calling all rail history lovers! NJ TRANSIT is planning a fun-filled historic rail weekend September 30 – October 1. To kick off the events, NJ TRANSIT and The United Railroad Historical Society of NJ are partnering to operate a special excursion train titled the “40th Anniversary Express” in honor of NJ TRANSIT Rail Operations’ 40th year of public service. Riders can purchase a ticket to travel down memory lane on the Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast Lines in a special train with historic and conventional equipment, recreate the “South Amboy engine change” and ride the Bay Head loop track in a unique railroad experience. Then, on October 1, all members of the public are invited to historic Hoboken Terminal for a special display of NJ TRANSIT’s heritage decorated locomotives.
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Westwood NJ, on Thursday August 17th, just after 8am, the Westwood Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to Mountain Avenue for a reported house fire. Upon arrival of the first due units on scene it was confirmed that there was a fire with smoke coming from the front door. Command then called for a working fire assignment, which dispatches the River Vale Fire Department for a “fast team”. (A fast team is used in the fire service as a stand by crew ready to grab a downed firefighter at a fire scene in case the firefighter becomes injured or trapped).
Continue reading No Injuries Reported ,2 Cats Rescued from House Fire in Westwood
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education meets on August 28, 2023 at 5:00 pm for a Regular Public Meeting.
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