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Trenton NJ, the Murphy Administration is reminding residents and businesses to use water wisely entering the summer season. Conserving water is always a good practice. However, it is especially important now as the state continues to experience a period of persistent dry weather.
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Ridgewood NJ, while the US Food and Drug Administration has considered the substance—aspartame—safe since 1974, others have long questioned that finding. Now, the World Health Organization is planning to release two new reports on the safety of the ingredient—used in drinks like Diet Coke and Diet Pepsi—and its potential carcinogenic effect. The Center for Science in the Public Interest, a consumer advocacy group, has called aspartame the low-calorie sweetener of “most concern” because, it says, there is “compelling evidence that it causes cancer and is a potent carcinogen.”
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Ridgewood NJ, America’s public education system reports the worst literacy and math performance in decades, its schools dedicate increasingly immense portions of their time to lessons on the supposed virtues of racial and gender segregation.
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Twp. of Washington NJ, PSE&G Gas Division will be installing a new gas main on Hudson Avenue from Manhattan Avenue, through the parking lot of town hall. Weather permitting, work is expected to begin on or about Monday June 26. The project is expected to last approximately 2-3 days. Construction will take place from approximately 7:30am – 6:00pm.
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Wyckoff NJ, Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips (pictured) and Senator Kristin M. Corrado Congratulate Wyckoff’s Aidan Patton, for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. This, of course, takes years of dedicated and exceptional effort. Aidan’s project was amazing, demonstrating his compassion and commitment to those less fortunate than he. It was my honor to present this proclamation to Aidan on behalf of the Legislative Delegation in the 40th District, which attests to his dedication and tremendous work ethic.
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Slot machines are a very popular form of gambling worldwide and for good reason. They offer the potential for big payouts and are often the most visually appealing games in the casino. But have you ever wondered why slot machines are so captivating?
Continue reading The Psychology Behind the Reels: How Slot Machines Capture Our Attention
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Mahwah NJ, the Mahwah Republican Club recognized three winners of a scholarship program offered by the Club at a recent meeting. The students are graduating seniors at Mahwah High School. (L. to R.) Elizabeth Mastrangelo, who will be attending Worcester Polytechnic Institute, was awarded $500; Meghana Sankar received $750 and will be attending Northeastern University; and Brandon Dinice, who will be attending Bowling Green University, was awarded $250. Shown with the students are Mahwah Republican Club President Frank Pallotta (L.) and Robert Lockwood, a club trustee who created the scholarship program. The students submitted 1,000-word essays addressing the theme “In today’s divided political landscape, how may fidelity to our founding principles, as expressed in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, bridge our divisions and promote greater national unity and harmony?” Each year the Club hosts a beefsteak dinner to raise money to fund the scholarships. The Mahwah Republican Club is a group of township residents who share a mutual love of America and a strong belief in the Founding principles of our nation.
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Ridgewood NJ, more than 100,000 Latin students worldwide take the National Latin Exam and of those, only 1% achieve a perfect score. Sophomores Brian Chun and Patrick Callen, pictured here with Principal Jeff Nyhuis and Latin teachers Amy Mason and Stefanie Gigante, received a perfect score for the Intermediate Latin Reading Comprehension.
The popularity of cosmetic treatments has skyrocketed in recent years, with more and more people seeking out non-invasive procedures such as Botox, dermal fillers, laser skin resurfacing, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion to help them look their best. But what is driving this surge in demand for these treatments? In this article, we’ll explore the reasons behind the growing popularity of cosmetic treatments and why so many are choosing these options over traditional surgical procedures.
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Ridgewood NJ, the weather held , the class of 2023 graduated and another school year at Ridgewood High School has come to an end.
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Ridgewood NJ, on Wednesday 6/21/2023: “B” Shift members of Ridgewood Fire Department’s dive team conducting our annual summertime dive drills at Graydon Pool. These drills allow our dive team to remain comfortable with the procedures and equipment in case our services are ever needed in any body of water within the Village. Non-divers also drill on guiding the divers underwater via line tendering, assisting with and maintaining equipment, and using the Aquaeye, our underwater sonar radar. Drills are conducted annually in coordination with Graydon Pool staff and lifeguards.
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The end of the year is always a busy time, but I want to take a few moments to say goodbye and wish Ridgewood well as I complete my tenure as Interim Superintendent and welcome incoming superintendent Mark Schwarz.
Continue reading A Parting Message from Interim Ridgewood Superintendent Dr. Leonard Fitts
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Clifton NJ, a pedestrian was struck and killed by a NJ Transit train Wednesday morning in Passaic County, according to NJ Transit officials .
Continue reading Pedestrian Fatally Struck by NJ Transit Main Line Train Midday Wednesday in Clifton
