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Danger in Your Pocket: Why the Rise of Lithium-Ion Batteries is Fueling House Fires!

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Ridgewood Firefighters Sound the Alarm: Everything from Your Smartphone to Your E-Bike is a Potential Fire Risk During #FireSafetyWeek

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Ridgewood, NJ – Every year, Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 dedicates a week to promoting critical public safety messages. This year, the focus during #FireSafetyWeek couldn’t be more relevant to modern life: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety and Awareness.

While these powerful, compact batteries enable our digital world, their increasing prevalence—and particularly the proliferation of lower-quality, unregulated charging products—is leading to a significant spike in dangerous fires across the nation.

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Hero Spotlight: Meet Jason Jacoby, The Ridgewood Firefighter Who Delivered Baby Jacob!

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Exclusive Q&A with Ridgewood FMBA Local 47 President on Harrowing Calls, Leadership, and Life Off the Clock

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Ridgewood, NJ – Behind every siren in the Village of Ridgewood are dedicated men and women who serve the community. Today, we’re putting the spotlight on a key leader and long-time servant of the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47: Firefighter Jason Jacoby.

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Garfield Woman Charged With Child Abuse

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Garfield NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 33-year-old DARLENE GUZMAN of Garfield, NJ on charges of child abuse and assault. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Garfield Police Department, under the direction of Chief Joseph Delaney.

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Ground Broken for New History Museum at Historic New Bridge Landing

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River Edge, NJ —  Leaders, donors, and elected officials gathered Wednesday at Historic New Bridge Landing in River Edge to celebrate the groundbreaking for a new 3,750-square-foot history museum that will expand education and access to Bergen County’s remarkable past. The ceremony marked the start of Phase I of a multi-phase project led by the Bergen County Historical Society (BCHS) to create a modern, accessible facility for exhibitions, education, and preservation.

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Elmwood Park Man Arrested On Kiddie Porn Charges

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Elmwood Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 24-year-old ISAAC D. CACERES of Elmwood Park, NJ, on the charge of possession of child sexual abuse material. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck.

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Bergen County Dominates ‘Best High Schools’ List—9 Schools in Top 50!

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Niche’s 2026 Rankings Crown Northern Valley Regional NJ’s Best District, Cementing Bergen’s Reputation for Education Excellence

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BERGEN COUNTY, NJ – When it comes to finding the perfect community for your family, the quality of the local schools is often the single most important factor. If you’re house-hunting in the Garden State, the message from the new 2026 rankings is clear: Bergen County is the place to be!

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Closter Attorney Charged With Stealing Funds from Seniors

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Closter NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 73-year-old ANTHONY GORGA of Closter, NJ on the charge of misapplication of entrusted property. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck.

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Mahwah Police Arrest Bronx Man for Making Terroristic Treats

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Mahwah NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 32-year-old CHRISTIAN D. ORTIZ of the Bronx, NY, on the charge of terroristic threats. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Mahwah Police Department, under the direction of Chief Timothy O’Hara.

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Garfield Fire Displaces 12 Families

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Garfield NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announces the following information regarding an investigation into the four-alarm fire that occurred at 568 Palisade Avenue in Garfield, NJ on Sunday, October 5, 2025. This joint investigation was conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck, and the Garfield Police Department, under the direction of Chief Joseph Delaney.

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RAZ Vape: Flavor, Innovation, and Modern Design

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Disposable vape brands abound, but now and then one comes along that distinguishes itself from the crowd by melding state-of-the-art technology, user-friendly design, and a wealth of flavors. With its industry-leading innovations, stylish design attributes, and sharply individual product range, RAZ Vape has established its reputation for quality within the industry. This article will examine what makes RAZ Vape the market’s premier performer. We will look at their advanced disposable devices, investigate the amazing range of flavors they offer, and spotlight the features behind an enjoyable journey that you can depend upon to work as expected (day after day, puffs hundred). 

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A Guide to Safe and Responsible Cannabis Consumption

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Have you ever wondered how to enjoy cannabis safely and carefully?

Many people feel curious about using it, yet they want to avoid harm while doing so. Making smart choices can help people stay relaxed, calm, and in control of their experience.

If you want to learn simple steps that keep you safe and balanced, read on.

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Underdogs to Watch in the Race for NCAA Football Conference Crowns

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Every fan loves a good underdog story, and 2025 is serving up plenty of them. The so-called second-tier programs aren’t waiting for scraps, because they’re gunning for the top. They’re winning ugly, winning smart, and, most importantly, winning when it matters.

As October heats up and conference schedules tighten, these are the teams quietly changing the math in the race for college football’s conference crowns.

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Linwood Avenue closed at Pascack Road for all Westbound Traffic Today Monday October 6, Thru Tuesday October 7, 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM

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Linwood Avenue closure in Twp. of Washington 

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Twp. of Washington NJ, Linwood Avenue will be closed at Pascack Road for all Westbound Traffic on Monday October 6, 2025, and Tuesday October 7, 2025, from 8:00 AM until approximately 2:00 PM for utility work.  Please follow all posted detours and allow for extra travel time when in the area.  Please follow all of our social media platforms for real time updates on the road closure.

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Trash Scattered Everywhere at Ridgewood Park and Ride

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Ridgewood NJ, this is the state  of Ridgewood Park and Ride on Route 17. As you can see trash is scattered everywhere . We are not sure if this is a Village issue , COACH Bus issue or Bergen County issue , but needless to say it is a disgraceful mess .

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Historic House Showdown: Legal Battle Reignites Over Ridgewood Field Project!

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Friends of Zabriskie Schedler House Challenge DEP Decision, Pushing for Smaller, Natural Turf Field

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Ridgewood, NJ – The long-running, contentious debate over the proposed field construction near the Historic Zabriskie Schedler House in Ridgewood has escalated once again. Late last Friday, a lawyer representing the Friends of the Historic Zabriskie Schedler House filed a crucial Notice of Appeal, challenging the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)’s decision.

The appeal targets the DEP’s recent acceptance of the Village of Ridgewood’s application for the construction of a large athletic field—even though that acceptance was granted “with conditions.”

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