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GLEN ROCK, NJ — A years-long game of cat-and-mouse has come to an end for a Pennsylvania woman accused of a sophisticated bank fraud scheme in Bergen County.
Dawn Coughlin (also known as Dawn Busanet), 46, of Whitehall, PA, was taken into custody on April 7, 2026, ending her time as a fugitive from a warrant issued nearly seven years ago.
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East Rutherford NJ, The debate over New Jersey’s proposed FIFA World Cup sales tax increase just took a dramatic turn. While proponents of Bill S4111 argue that a temporary tax hike is essential to cover massive security costs for the 2026 games, state Attorney General Jennifer Davenport recently suggested otherwise.
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Sea Isle City NJ, South Jersey is set to receive a record-breaking $99 million investment for beach replenishment and coastal protection. Announced by Congressman Jeff Van Drew, this federal funding from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers marks the largest investment in New Jersey’s shoreline since the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy—and the largest ever in a year without a severe coastal storm.
Continue reading NJ Shore Update: Historic $99M Beach Project to Reshape South Jersey Coastline
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SALEM COUNTY, NJ — In a historic move that signals a massive shift in the Garden State’s energy landscape, Governor Mikie Sherrill officially signed legislation today ending New Jersey’s 43-year moratorium on new nuclear power plants.
Continue reading NJ Ends Decades-Old Nuclear Ban: Is a New Reactor Coming to Your Town?
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Ridgewood NJ, For decades, the path to the American Dream was paved with diplomas. But as we move through 2026, that pavement is looking a lot thinner. A bombshell study and recent polling data suggest that for many, a graduate degree isn’t a ladder to the middle class—it’s a high-interest anchor.
Continue reading The Death of the Master’s Degree? Why 63% of Americans Are Done With College Debt
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Ridgewood NJ, Will Social Security benefits be there when you retire? Or will the system vanish just when you need it most?
Pessimism is at an all-time high, fueled by the Social Security Administration’s own reports. The 2025 Board of Trustees report recently dropped a bombshell: Fund reserves are projected to be depleted by 2033—three quarters sooner than previously estimated.
Continue reading Will Social Security Check Stop in 2033? The “Broke” Myth Debunked
If you have been meaning to upgrade your beauty routine but keep putting it off, this is a good place to start. You do not need to overhaul everything at once. Sometimes, it is just about finding products that feel right and a place that makes the process easier. That is exactly where Ulta Beauty comes in. If you are ready to simplify how you shop for beauty and actually enjoy it, take a look at what Ulta Beauty has to offer and see what fits into your routine.
Continue reading Ulta BeautyMakes Everyday Beauty Feel More Manageable
You know the routine all too well. You sit down at your desk, arrange your highlighters, and open your laptop with the best intentions. You are finally going to tackle that massive research paper or study for your upcoming final. Yet, within five minutes, your phone screen lights up. You grab it just to check a single notification, and suddenly an hour has vanished.
Continue reading The Practical Benefits of a Modern Study Platform
The way we work has permanently changed. You no longer have to pause your career just to explore a new city or experience a different culture. Modern professionals are taking advantage of new flexibility to travel the country and the world without giving up their day jobs.
Continue reading Discovering the Convenience of Fully Equipped Neighborhood Rentals
You hit a wall. Your operations are expanding, your team is growing, and the systems that got you this far are suddenly holding you back. Instead of speeding up your processes, your technology stack is creating daily friction.
Off-the-shelf platforms often look like a bargain on day one. They promise quick deployment and a host of features designed to solve immediate problems. Behind the scenes, they secretly drain IT budgets and stifle productivity by forcing your team into rigid workflows and isolated data silos.
Continue reading The Real Cost of Using Generic Software for Your Business
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Hackensack, NJ — Did you know that one of the most intense tactical skirmishes of the American Revolution happened right in the backyard of a local church?
This Wednesday, April 8, at 7:00 PM, history comes to life at One Bergen County Plaza. The Revolutionary War Roundtable Speaker Series invites you to an exclusive look into the Battle of the Old Paramus Reformed Church, a 1780 engagement that brought nearly 1,000 combatants to Bergen County soil.
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Lodi NJ, Is your 911 call in jeopardy? A major federal ruling has just sent shockwaves through Bergen County. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has officially ruled against the Lodi Volunteer Ambulance Rescue Squad (LVARS), finding that the agency broke federal law by firing its entire paid staff to avoid dealing with a union.
Continue reading Lodi Ambulance Ordered to Reinstate Fired EMTs After “Illegal” Job Cuts
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Hawthorne NJ, A quiet afternoon in Hawthorne turned into a chaotic scene today as a fast-moving structure fire tore through a residence on Westervelt Avenue, sending thick black smoke billowing across the borough and requiring a massive multi-agency response.
Continue reading Intense 2-Alarm Fire Rocks Hawthorne Neighborhood; Firefighters Injured
photos courtesy of Paramus Police and Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza
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Paramus NJ, Commuters in Paramus can finally breathe a sigh of relief—with a side of caution. The Paramus Police Department has officially reopened Century Road to both eastbound and westbound traffic. This includes the vital access point from Route 17 North, which had previously caused significant headaches for local drivers.
Continue reading Paramus Traffic Alert: Century Road Reopens with Major Lane Shifts
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Washington DC, The world breathed a collective sigh of relief yesterday afternoon as the United States and Iran reached a temporary two-week ceasefire, narrowly avoiding a massive escalation that threatened to reshape the Middle East.
Continue reading Trump’s “Civilization” Warning Followed by Sudden US-Iran Ceasefire: What We Know
