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What’s The Difference Between a Credit Card and a Charge Card?

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In the world of personal finance, plastic rules. This small square can simplify transactions, provide emergency funds, and even give us cash back or airline miles. While most people are well-acquainted with the concept of credit cards, another financial instrument—charge cards—might not be as familiar. So, what’s the difference between a credit card and a charge card? This article aims to unravel the mystery and provide clear, easy-to-understand distinctions.

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Commercial Work Into An Old Building? Here’s How To Set It Up

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Have you done the footwork, and the time has come for you to move into the commercial building you’ve always dreamed of? If so, there are some things you need to do before moving all your items into the building.

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Ridgewood Public Library: Determining what makes a Book Inappropriate for a Public library?

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Ridgewood NJ, recent book additions to the Ridgewood Public Library have raised more than a few eyebrows. What’s seems to missing is a robust public debate over what is appropriate and to whom.

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The Ridgewood 4th of July Celebration 

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood 4th of July Celebration will take place on July 4th. Flag raising at the train station at 9 a.m. – parade begins at 10 a.m.  Fireworks & entertainment on Veterans Field beginning with music at 6:00 pm & fireworks at approximately 9:15 pm.  Tickets to the fireworks are available at Backyard Living, Bookends, Daily Treat, Goffle Brook Farms, and The Wine Seller. Also available are food trucks and a beer garden, on Veterans Field.  50/50 tickets are available for sale at Parkwood Deli, on the corner of Glen Avenue and Erie Avenue, in Midland Park, and the winning ticket will be drawn just prior to the fireworks beginning.  Come and enjoy this annual tradition.

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Exploring The Exciting Bonuses and Promotions Offered By Online Slot Sites

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By providing a wide range of allure bonuses online casinos are experts at enhancing this enthusiasm. It’s a whole universe of options, from generous welcome packages that welcome you at the door to free spins, reload bonuses, and heart-pounding tournaments with enormous prize pools. These incentives not only enhance the gaming experience but also provide players with the opportunity to win big in slot online. 

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Village of Ridgewood Offices and Departments will be Closed on Tuesday, July 4th, in Observance of the Independence Day Holiday

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Ridgewood NJ, all Village Offices and Departments will be closed on Tuesday, July 4th, in observance of the Independence Day Holiday. There will be no garbage or recycling collection and the Recycling Center will also be closed. The Village offices and departments will reopen on Wednesday, July 5th at 8:30 a.m.  Please check your recycling and garbage pickup schedules on the Village calendar or on the Recycle Coach app, as they will change next week, due to the holiday.

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Hawthorne Police Department and the Passaic County Prosecutor are Looking for a Truck Involved in a Fatal Hit and Run

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Hawthorne NJ, the Hawthorne Police Department is seeking the public’s help. We are looking for this 2004 Ford F-150 bearing NJ registration W73MCN. This vehicle struck and killed a Hawthorne resident last evening and then fled the scene. If you see the vehicle or have any information please contact us at 973-427-1800.

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New Jersey Motion Picture & Television Commission: Want your home or business to be seen on the big screen?

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Ridgewood NJ, want your home or business to be seen on the big screen? You may submit pictures of residential, commercial and publicly-owned properties to our Location Photo Library via the library’s website tool, at no cost.

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Murphy Administration Bails Out Danish Offshore Wind Company Orsted

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Toms River NJ, citing Governor Phil Murphy’s own Division of Rate Council, Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester) today issued the following statement urging the New Jersey Legislature to reject legislation—A-5651 and S-4019—backed by the Governor that will redirect US federal tax credits to the Danish offshore wind company Orsted:

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Archdiocese of Newark’s Mercy House to Host 5th Anniversary Celebration

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Newark NJ,  The Mercy House of Newark — a resource and referral center operated by the Archdiocese of Newark’s Respect Life Office — will commemorate five years of providing food, clothing, and other essentials to those in need with an anniversary celebration on Friday, July 7, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 620 Clinton Ave.

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Franklin Lakes Adopts a Comprehensive Tree Removal and Replacement Ordinance

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Franklin Lakes NJ, on Tuesday, June 20, the Franklin Lakes Mayor and Council adopted comprehensive amendments to its Tree Removal and Replacement ordinance which reinforce the Mayor and Council’s commitment to preserving the tree canopy in the Borough – Ordinance 1918 – Tree Removal and Replacement Amendments.

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Quick Acting Saddle River Police Officers Keep House Fire in Check till Fire Fighters Arrive

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Saddle River NJ, on Thursday morning approximately 12:00am Saddle River Fire Department 11 was dispatched to the working structure fire in the borough. Engine 1131, Ladder 1141, Rescue 1142, Engine 1133, Chief 1130, and Asst. Chief 1140 responded. Upon arrival the working fire assignment was dispatched to include Woodcliff Lake, Ho-Ho-Kus, Hillsdale, Waldwick, and Upper Saddle River.

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Ridgewood Mayor And Partners Control Much of the Real-Estate in the Central Business District Creating a Clear Conflict of Interest

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Ridgewood NJ, a conflict of interest refers to a situation in which an individual or entity has competing professional or personal interests that could potentially compromise their impartiality, objectivity, or judgment in making decisions or fulfilling their responsibilities. It arises when there is a clash between an individual’s personal interests and their professional obligations or fiduciary duties. When navigating real estate transactions, such as south carolina homes for sale myrtle beach, it is crucial to be vigilant about potential conflicts of interest to ensure transparency and fair dealings.

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Questions Arise Over Ridgewood Board of Education’s Bidding Process for “Before/After Care Program”

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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Board of Education met on Friday, June 30, 2023. The meeting was supposed to be an endorsement  of the current vendor AlphaBest for Before/After Care Program. Proponents Hyunju Kwak and Sheila Brogan failed to make their case and the board did not approve the current vendor.

Questions have now arisen over the fairness of the process with accusations of favoritism toward the current vendor . Several vendors have complained that the Request for proposal (RFP) failed to disclose some of the elements the Evaluation Committee used for scoring the bids and the June 30th meeting seemed to confirm that .

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