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Dangerous Parking Kiosk Sign Removed from Ridgewood Central Business District

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Ridgewood NJ, thanks to our pedestrian safety activist Frank Geraghty  for pointing out my suggestion to have dangerous sign removed from near center of sidewalk to curb located on Broad street near East Ridgewood avenue. The sign was removed today and a base for new sign placed just where he suggested at Kiosk, probably saving some weekend reveler from getting a dislocated shoulder.
Also,just around the corner on East Ridgewood avenue a blank sign that I also complained about which confused motorists was also removed today and replaced by a plastic cone. Hopefully a badly needed YIELD SIGN that I called for will be placed at that spot soon.

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Department of Justice Sues Space X for Hiring American Citizens

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Washington DC, the Justice Department filed a lawsuit today against Space Exploration Technologies Corporation (SpaceX) for discriminating against asylees and refugees in hiring. The lawsuit alleges that, from at least September 2018 to May 2022, SpaceX routinely discouraged asylees and refugees from applying and refused to hire or consider them, because of their citizenship status, in violation of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).

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NJ State Police Seeking Public’s Assistance with Fatal Crash Investigation of the New Jersey Turnpike

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East Brunswick Township NJ, The New Jersey State Police and Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance with the investigation of a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred on August 23.

Based on the preliminary investigation, detectives determined that at approximately 10:45 p.m., a White ISUZU box truck 25 feet long was parked northbound on the shoulder of the truck lanes of the New Jersey Turnpike in East Brunswick Township, Middlesex County. In the area of milepost 78.8, a collision occurred with an unknown tractor trailer that fled the scene.

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Ridgewood Police Report Accident With Both Drivers Driving Under the Influence

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Ridgewood NJ, on August 19, 2023, Ridgewood Police Officers J. DiBenedetto and W. Malone located a vehicle on North Maple Ave that had been in a motor vehicle crash. An on scene investigation determined that the driver, a 34-year-old Ramsey resident had operated a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. He was placed under arrest. A second vehicle and its driver were also on scene at the time. The operator of that vehicle was also determined to have operated a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The 42-year-old male from Ridgewood was placed under arrest as well. Both drivers were later charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Refusal to Submit to Breath Test, and Allowing an Intoxicated Driver to Operate. The Ramsey driver was also issued summons for Failure to Maintain Lane, Leaving the Scene of an Accident, and Failure to Report.

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Columbia Bank Launches Program to Advance Homeownership in Black & Hispanic Communities Throughout NJ

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Columbia Bank Launches “Advancing Access”, a Special Purpose Credit Program that will Pledge Nearly $128 Million in New Loans at Subsidized Rates to Black and Hispanic Neighborhoods Throughout New Jersey

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Fair Lawn NJ, Columbia Bank Columbia Bank recently announced the launch of its “Advancing  Access” special purpose credit program. This is the latest addition to its affordable home loan solutions. Through the  program, Columbia Bank aims to advance homeownership in Jersey City, Paterson, Newark and Camden, as well as in  other communities throughout the state, through affordable loan solutions in Black and Hispanic neighborhoods. Over a  three-year period, the Bank will pledge approximately $125 million in principal loan originations at subsidized rates, and  $3 million in subsidy grants. Any borrower seeking to purchase or refinance a home in these communities, regardless of race or ethnicity, is welcome to apply. 

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Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Receives Visit from Senator Cory Booker and Rep Josh Gottheimer

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Paramus NJ, the County’s public hospital, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, received a visit from Senator Cory Booker and Rep Josh Gottheimer as they toured the facility and held a press conference to introduce critical legislation that will help communities across our nation prevent overdoses and continue to combat the opioid epidemic. Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco said he was grateful that of all places to announce such important legislation, our two federal representatives chose to do so at Bergen New Bridge, a regional leader for substance use disorder treatment.

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Dead Humpback Whale Washes up on Atlantic Beach (68th whale to die in 38 weeks)

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In case you missed it, another whale washed ashore in Atlantic Beach this past weekend. In response, David Shanker, the New Jersey Spokesman for the Save Right Whales Coalition, shared:

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Why Are More Online Casinos Scrambling to Offer Bitcoin to Customers?

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Blockchain has been one of the biggest technological advancements in recent years, starting a new wave of products and services that intend to make our lives easier, safer, and more efficient. One of the most popular things that have come out of blockchain technology is cryptocurrencies, offering a smarter way to make monetary transactions without relying on the typical flat currencies that most people have become most used to.

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Village Manager Joins Monday’s Ridgewood Central Business District Clean Up

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Ridgewood NJ, on Monday a group of volunteers, led by members of the Ridgewood Shade Tree Commission, hit the streets of Ridgewood ‘s Central Business District  to weed and clean up litter downtown. The group of volunteers was joined by the Village Manager Keith Kazmark. Ridgewood High School students ; Alex, Travis, Jack and Henry were a huge help, along with all who lent a helping hand.

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Alligator Terrorizes Victor Crowell Park in Middlesex

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Piscataway NJ, Middlesex County Police and the NJ State Department of Environmental Protection Conservation Police are trying to track down an alligator that they say is on the loose.

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Driver Who Fled Hackensack Hit and Run Charged

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Lodi NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of JOHN LAIOSA (DOB: 10/9/1946; single; retired) of 35 Trudy Drive, Lodi, NJ.  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 Hackensack Police Department under the direction of Officer-in-Charge Captain Michael Antista.

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It’s Official Governor Murphy Settles Central Jersey Debate: “Central Jersey exists”

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Somerville Nj,  Governor Phil Murphy today signed S3206 to promote Central Jersey tourism. The bill requires the Division of Travel and Tourism, within the Department of State, to re-draw the State tourism map to create a “Central Jersey” region and to incorporate it in all regional marketing campaigns, including publications and on VisitNJ.org. The “Central Jersey” region will be comprised of, at minimum, the counties of Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, and Somerset. The Division of Travel and Tourism will also be required to promote overnight stays.

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Parental Rights Notification: Protecting Children Against Child Grooming in Public Schools

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Trenton NJ, Senator Ed Durr announced today in a statement that he intends to join as a sponsor on a parental rights notification bill that Senate Republicans are planning to introduce in response to recent lawsuits filed against several New Jersey schools over their parental notification policies.

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Archdiocese of Newark to Celebrate Annual Hispanic Heritage Mass on September 8th

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Newark NJ, The Archdiocese of Newark’s Hispanic Ministry will celebrate its annual Hispanic Heritage Mass in Spanish on Friday, September 8, at 8 p.m. inside Newark’s Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart.

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Vaping Just Got Way Cooler – Take A Look At These Innovations

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Vaping, once a niche trend, has evolved into a full-blown cultural phenomenon over the past decade. From helping people quit smoking to becoming a recreational hobby, vaping has firmly established itself in the mainstream. And now, with cutting-edge innovations hitting the market, vaping has taken a giant leap forward in the coolness department. Here’s a rundown of some of the most exciting vaping innovations that have made the scene even more enticing.

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