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Ridgewood NJ, West Side Presbyterian Church is excited to welcome artist Victoria Wright to The Gallery for her first solo exhibition, “Peripheral.”
Artist Makes Her Solo Debut in Ridgewood
Academy of the Holy Angels Basketball Milestones: 800 Wins for Liddy, 1,000 Points for Serrano
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Demarest NJ, A legendary Holy Angels coach and a rising hoop star realized athletic milestones on the basketball court within a few days of each other. On December 30, 2023, Coach Susan Liddy of Emerson earned her 800th career victory with the Academy’s varsity basketball team. On January 2, 2024, combo guard Samantha Serrano (AHA ’24) of Nanuet, New York, scored her 1,000th career point.
Health Concerns Surrounding Synthetic Sports Fields: A Closer Look at the Link Between Artificial Turf and Brain Cancer
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Ridgewood NJ, recent findings suggesting a possible link between a rare form of brain cancer and toxic chemicals in artificial turf have reignited concerns about the safety of synthetic sports fields. The study focused on six professional US baseball players, all of whom succumbed to glioblastoma, having played most of their careers on artificial turf at Veterans Stadium with the Philadelphia Phillies. This revelation prompts a renewed exploration into the health risks posed by synthetic fields to athletes and users.
Casual Hookups in a Small Town vs Big City: Similarities and Differences
Life in a big city is different from life in a small town in every possible way. But people are still people regardless of where they live. People still have the same desires.And among those desires are dates and hookups.
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Tractor-trailer Crash in Hasbrouck Heights Shuts Down Route 17 During Morning Rush
photos by Justin Derevyanik, Mario Rotondo and Tony Greco
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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, at 5:30 am, the Hasbrouck Heights Fire Department was dispatched to Route 17 N by the Extra Space Storage for a motor vehicle accident involving a tractor-trailer on fire.
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Preparing for Potential Flooding in the Village of Ridgewood : Stay Informed and Take Precautions
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Ridgewood NJ, As we brace ourselves for an impending weather event, the Village is urging residents, especially those in low-lying areas near the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook or the Saddle River, to take necessary precautions. With heavy rains and strong winds forecast for tomorrow night into Wednesday, it’s essential to stay informed and be prepared for the possibility of another flood event.
Senator Holly Schepisi Says ,”No Accountability for Democrats’ Manufactured Migrant Crisis”
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Trenton NJ, Senator Holly Schepisi (R-39) issued the following statement criticizing Governor Murphy and Democrats for failing to put New Jerseyans ahead of illegal immigrants as New York City’s migrant crisis poses larger problems for the Garden State.
TONIGHT: Ridgewood Board of Education Reorg Meeting January 8, 2024 at 7:00 pm
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Ridgewood NJ,its the first meeting of the 2024, the Ridgewood Board of Education meets on January 8, 2024 at 7:00 pm for a Reorganization Meeting.
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TGI Fridays announces the closure of 36 “underperforming” locations across the U.S, 7 in New Jersey
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Hackensack NJ, casual restaurant chain TGI Fridays has announced the closure of 36 “underperforming” locations across the U.S. as part of a strategic corporate growth initiative, according to a statement released on Wednesday.
9 Year Old Boy Injured in Glen Rock Crash
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Glen Rock NJ, a two (2) vehicle Sunday afternoon, 01/07, collision at the intersection of Maple Avenue and Park Avenue, Glen Rock resulted in two (2) injuries requiring ambulance transportation to Hackensack University Medical Center’s main campus. A heavily damaged KIA SUV was towed from the scene. One (1) of those injured was a 9-year old boy.
Flexibility vs “Productivity paranoia” Front and Center in Remote Work Debate
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Ridgewood NJ, Since the onset of the pandemic, many employees have turned to remote work for job performance. However, employers have persistently applied pressure to increase in-office work, fueled by the belief that physical presence enhances effectiveness. Despite limited objective data supporting this stance, it remains prevalent, leading companies to enforce return-to-office (RTO) mandates. Those affected continue to resist.
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What To Expect In A Bingo Club
Although there are many different types of bingo clubs and bingo halls in the UK, many will have very similar customs and methods. Each brand may do things slightly differently when it comes to uniforms and the names of tickets, but several things are the same in all UK bingo halls.
FAA Grounds Boeing 737 MAX 9 Aircraft
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Newark NJ, the FAA ordered the temporary grounding of certain Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft operated by U.S. airlines or in U.S. territory.
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD REMINDER ABOUT GARBAGE PICKUP DURING SNOW EVENTS
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Ridgewood NJ, just a reminder as to garbage pick up after a winter snow emergency:
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The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Adds 109 New Officers
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Fort Lee Nj,The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey today welcomed 109 cadets of its police force’s 122nd class in a graduation ceremony at St. Joseph’s High School in Metuchen, N.J., as the agency continues to reinforce its security priorities.
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