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Ridgefield Park Security Officer charged With Aggravated Sexual Assault of a child

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Ridgefield Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of ABRAHAM RIVERA (DOB: 04/02/2004; single; security officer) of Ridgefield Park, NJ on charges of aggravated sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and the Garfield Park Police Department under the direction of Chief Richard Uram.

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Village of Ridgewood Christmas Tree Pickup

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Ridgewood NJ, CHRISTMAS TREE PICKUP:  The Ridgewood Parks Division will be picking up Christmas trees, with a Tuesday/Eastside and Thursday/Westside pattern with trees being picked up on the Eastside of the Village curbside, not in the street on Tuesdays January 9th, 16th, and 23rd. Trees will then be picked up on the Westside of the Village curbside, not in the street on Thursdays, January 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th.  Please remove all ornaments and lights from the Christmas trees and do not place the tree in a plastic bag.

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Pedestrian Hit and Killed by CSX Freight Train in Northvale

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Northvale NJ, on Wednesday night in Northvale, a pedestrian lost their life after being hit by a freight train, as reported by the police.

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Congestion Tax Estimated to Generate $3.4 Billion/Year — Three Times NY’s Legally Mandated $1 Billion Target

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Englewood Cliffs NJ, after doing nothing to stop New York’s Congestion tax on New Jersey commuters U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) released a new Congressional Report on New York’s proposed Congestion Tax. It’s based on a detailed study and analysis of the MTA’s announcement this past December with the specifics of their pricing scheme. The Congestion Tax will increase commuter costs, congestion, and cancer-causing pollution in New Jersey and the outer boroughs. Gottheimer also requested a meeting with MTA Chairman Janno Lieber to discuss the findings.

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Route 17 Ridgewood Park & Ride Seeing Some Major Improvements

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Ridgewood NJ, according to the Village Manager Keith Kazmark with the help of the NJ Department of Transportation the Route 17 Ridgewood Park & Ride has recently seen some major improvements. Parking lots have been resurfaced and new signage has been added. The structure on the property will soon be removed and a buffer zone will be created along neighboring property lines with new tree plantings this spring.

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Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella Investigating Allegations of Misconduct at the Bergen County Police Academy

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Mahwah NJ, in the course of the most recent police recruit class, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office (BCPO) was notified by the Police Training Commission (PTC) that they had received information regarding alleged rule violations occurring at the Bergen County Police Academy (Academy). The Academy is a unit of the County of Bergen’s Law and Public Safety Institute and operates as a partnership between the County of Bergen, the BCPO, and the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office. The BCPO is responsible for all law enforcement training occurring at the Academy, and it is our responsibility to ensure that our police recruits receive the highest quality training.

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National Weather Service: Potential exists for 4 to 8 Inches of Snow this Weekend

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Ridgewood NJ, according to the National Weather Service an offshore low is expected to produce snow, possibly mixed with rain at times, Saturday night into Sunday. The potential exists for 4 to 8 inches of snow.

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Entering the World of Cryptocurrency: Here’s How to Prepare

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Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of cryptocurrency? As digital currency continues to gain popularity, now is the perfect time to learn about this ever-evolving market. Whether you’re a curious beginner or an experienced trader, there’s no denying the potential of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. But before you jump in headfirst, it’s important to understand the basics and have a solid strategy in place.

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New Bill Would Give NJ Legislature Massive Pay Raise

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Trenton NJ, the bill, slated for review by the state Senate Budget Committee on Thursday afternoon, proposes salary increases for judges, legislative staff, and lawmakers. Under the legislation, pay rates for members of the Legislature would rise from $49,000 to $75,000 annually, effective in 2026. Additionally, salaries could be adjusted annually by no more than 2%, based on the Consumer Price Index, starting in the 2028 legislative year.

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Wyckoff Committeeman Resigns Suddenly Sells Family Home

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Wyckoff NJ, Wyckoff Committeeman Scott Fisher resigned from his position on Saturday after serving a year on the township’s governing body.

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Westwood Regional Names Westwood High School Principal as Acting Superintendent

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Westwood NJ, the Westwood Regional School District has undergone a sudden change in leadership, with Frank Connelly, the principal of Westwood Regional High School, assuming the role of acting superintendent.

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Charging at Windmills: New Jersey Not the Only State Seeing Massive Wind Projects Cancelled

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Ocean City NJ, President Biden’s Green New Deal faced a significant setback as developers of a large offshore wind project in New York withdrew from a deal with the state. Approximately 30% of current wind projects are at risk of delays or cancellations. Since July, projects in Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Connecticut have been put on hold. The withdrawal of BP and Equinox from the New York project adds to the challenges facing offshore wind initiatives. While there may be attempts to revive the projects, this setback contributes to the offshore wind sector’s recent struggles. Notably, two other major projects, Empire Wind 1 and Beacon Wind, are facing financial difficulties, although they haven’t been officially canceled yet. The much-touted “green energy transition” appears to be encountering significant challenges.

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The Army Corps of Engineers Pays Visit to Village of Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, on Tuesday , the Village Manager Keith Kazmark, Village Engineer Chris Rutishauser and the Superintendent of Schools Mark Schwarz met with the US Army Corps. of Engineers, the NJ DEP and Rep. Gottheimer’s office to discuss short term and long term solutions for flooding in the Village. These discussions are said to be in very preliminary stages and the USACE has extensive data gathering to undertake.

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