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Secaucus, NJ, an Iowa man was sentenced today to 94 months in prison for robbing a bank in Secaucus, New Jersey, in January 2017, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.
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Westwood Police Department: Uptick in Online Scams Through Craigslist
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Westwood NJ, attention Westwood and other Bergen residents: the Westwood Police Department has seen an uptick in online scams through Craigslist or other social media platforms, targeting towns in the Pascack Valley. Apartments, houses, and rooms for rent are being posted with the intention of stealing your identity along with all of your important information.
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Spotlight on First Responders: Hackensack Fire Department Rescues Family in Submerged Vehicle
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Hackensack N. J. on January 13th at 1:08 PM Saturday, firefighters of Engine 1 and Special Ops 3 from the Hackensack Fire Department responded to the intersection of South River and Kansas Street where a vehicle was found submerged in water with occupants trapped inside.
Seven Productions Filmed in New Jersey Appearing at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival
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Ridgewood NJ, the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission (NJMPTVC), which is part of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), today announced that seven productions filmed in New Jersey will appear at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. The festival’s 40th anniversary event will feature I Saw the TV Glow, Your Monster, Rob Peace, Ponyboi, Presence, Exhibiting Forgiveness, and A Different Man. Filming took place in locations across the state including in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Monmouth, Morris, Passaic, and Union Counties.
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Sports Illustrated and I Remember When they Covered Sports
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Ridgewood NJ, Sports Illustrated, once revered in the realm of sports news, faces a grim outlook as it recently laid off a significant portion of its staff, casting uncertainty on the brand’s future. The publication, which has shifted progressively leftward over the years, appears to be grappling with financial challenges, prompting questions about its continued existence.
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Paramus Gives Go to First Phase of Garden State Plaza Development, Closets Not Included
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Paramus NJ, the Paramus planning board granted approval on Thursday for the first phase of a redevelopment initiative poised to potentially reshape the Garden State Plaza. The approved plan envisions introducing a hotel, medical offices, a transit center, and nearly 1,400 apartments and senior housing units to the property.
Growing the Commercial Space Economy
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Ridgewood NJ, As part of NASA’s efforts to enable more access to space, four private astronauts are in orbit following the successful launch of the third all private astronaut mission to the International Space Station. Axiom Space astronauts lifted off at 4:49 p.m. EST on Thursday from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Expert Tips on Small Moves in NYC
New York City is the global dream for many travelers. Even those with permanent residences in the city cannot imagine staying in another place. Until they need to move apartments and the bubble bursts, that is. It’s not always as easy as it may seem to pull off a small move in NYC without any help. But, if you use a moving company on your next move and follow these expert tips, your small move will be a breeze, even in the city that never sleeps.
FBI warns about dangers Sextortion schemes targeting young adults and minors
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Ridgewood NJ, The FBI this week issued a new warning about an evolving online threat targeting minors and young adults: financially motivated sextortion.
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The Center of the Meme Stock Craze , Reddit to Go Public
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Ridgewood NJ, Reportedly, Reddit is gearing up to launch its initial public offering (IPO) in March, concluding a three-year effort to go public and becoming the first social media platform to do so since 2019. The filing is anticipated in February, with the IPO expected to be finalized by the end of March.
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Citizens Launches Seventh Annual Small Business Community Champion Award Contest
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Providence RI, Citizens bank has opened its annual Small Business Community Champion Award Contest, which will again recognize the positive contributions small businesses make within their communities. Now in its seventh year, the contest will award $10,000 each to 30 small businesses across Citizens’ footprint, including 10 minority-owned and 10 women-owned businesses. This year, for the first time, Citizens will also set aside five of its 30 awards exclusively for veteran-owned businesses along with five other qualifying businesses. The contest is open until 5 p.m. ET on Feb. 1, 2024.
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Deeply Rooted to Host a Fundraiser for RHS Jamboree
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Ridgewood NJ,Deeply Rooted is hosting a fundraiser for RHS Jamboree. The owner of Deeply Rooted Lauren China Imbruglia posted the event on Facebook:
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University Student From Waldwick Charged with Possession of Child Porn
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Waldwick NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of GEORGE M. SILEBI (DOB: 04/02/1996; single; student) of Waldwick, NJ on a 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 Jason Love.
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Bergen County Hazard Mitigation Plan – Open Public Meeting
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Hackensack N J, the Bergen County Office of Emergency Management is updating its 2021 Bergen County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP). Hazard mitigation planning identifies risks and vulnerabilities associated with natural disasters and develops long-term strategies for protecting people and property from future hazard events.
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Prenup vs Postnup Marriage Agreement: What’s the Difference?
For most, getting married and starting a new life together with your significant other is a life-long commitment and one that rings with the promise of lasting joy and forever happiness. Sadly enough, however, this is not the reality for some 42% of marriages in the UK that end in the dreaded “D” word – divorce.
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