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Ridgewood NJ, the “Summer Vibes” continue to roll for NJ TRANSIT with enhanced rail and bus service heading down the Shore! Additional weekend shuttle trains between Long Branch and Bay Head and express bus service from Philadelphia to Wildwood and Cape May join a great assortment of deals and discounts for customers to enjoy fun in the sun. Details for all summer promotions can be found at www.njtransit.com/summer.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Pride Day event was be held June 10, 2023 in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square . Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco joined Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos , Ridgewood Police Chief Jacqueline Luthcke, and Bergen County Comissioner Tracy Zur for the Ridgewood Pride flag raising .
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Washington DC, pause, not stop. That’s the message from the US Federal Reserve. On Wednesday the FED paused it’s 15-month rate-hiking campaign to normalize interest rates . In its latest statement the FED promoted the “we will see”, saying inflation remains too hot , the job market remains robust, and banking system is sound despite recent miss steps . All this points too the coveted “soft landing” .
Being involved in an accident and suffering an injury can be a distressing experience. In addition to the physical and emotional pain, dealing with the legal aspects of your injury claim can add to the stress. However, one crucial factor that can significantly strengthen your claim is proper documentation. Keeping detailed records of the accident, your injuries, and related expenses can make a substantial difference in the success of your claim. In this blog, we will explore why proper documentation is vital and discuss key elements to include in your documentation process.
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Ridgewood Professional Firefighters remind residents: “Did you know that the Ridgewood Fire Department and EMS also respond to a stretch of the Saddle River County bike path for fire and medical emergencies? With the weather getting warmer, more people are out and about in our parks and paths and we are ready to respond to calls involving residents and all people that visit our village.”
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Ridgewood NJ,the cynical phrases “Vote early — and often” and “Vote early — and vote often” are variously attributed to three different Chicagoans: Al Capone, the famous gangster; Richard J. Daley, mayor from 1955 to 1976; and William Hale Thompson, mayor from 1915-1923 and 1931-1935. All three were notorious for their corruption and their manipulation of the democratic process. It is most likely that Thompson invented the phrase, and Capone and Daley later repeated it.
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Newark NJ, ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Newark arrested nine noncitizens with criminal records and ties to South American theft groups operating in New Jersey on June 8. ERO Newark arrested the following noncitizens:
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Trenton NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today issued two firearms-related directives to law enforcement. The first is a directive aimed at collecting anonymous information on processed permit to carry handgun applications in order to guide data-driven policymaking and resource allocation, as well as publicly provide information that is in the public’s interest, following the U.S. Supreme Court’s year-old decision expanding the right to carry a firearm in public. The second is an amendment to a 2008 Attorney General directive to expedite the submission of ballistics evidence gathered at crime scenes to forensic labs in order to increase the probability of solving gun crimes.
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Glen Rock NJ, a single vehicle Tuesday afternoon, 06/13, crash in the 700 block of Prospect Street, Glen Rock resulted in a serious leg injury to the adult driver of a 4-door Toyota Corolla. The driver had lost control of her vehicle while traveling southbound on Prospect Street and slammed head on into a utility pole. Glen Rock Police investigated the crash, while Ridgewood firefighters/EMTs provided the necessary EMS support on a mutual aid basis. The victim was transported to Hackensack University Medical Center’s main campus for treatment. A tow truck removed the wrecked Corolla from the scene.
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Manville NJ, A state grand jury voted to file criminal charges Monday, June 12, against suspended Manville Police Chief Thomas Herbst, who allegedly engaged in sexually inappropriate, criminal acts targeting multiple women against their will for years.
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Demarest NJ, “Metros Monday” (June 12) was particularly memorable for performing artist Nora Giannantonio. This rising senior from the Academy of the Holy Angels brought home a sought-after Metropolitan High School Theater Award for Best Vocal Performance in a Female-Identifying Role. She was honored for her portrayal of Feste in “Twelfth Night the Musical.”
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Fort Lee NJ, as part of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s commitment to ensuring the safety of the traveling public, the Port Authority Police Department will conduct Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) checkpoints at the George Washington Bridge from approximately 10 p.m. Friday, June 16, to 6 a.m. Saturday, June 17.
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Garfield NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announces the following information on multiple armed gas station robberies in Bergen County:
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Ridgewood NJ, according to multiple sources Woodland Park Mayor Keith Kazmark will resign next month to become the new village manager of Ridgewood. Kazmark previously served as Elmwood Park clerk and administrator and as the administrator in Parsippany. In addition to his current mayoral duties, Kazmark serves as the administrator in Woodland Park.
Nate Harris Wins GOLD for the Boys Varsity Single with Assistant Coach Bob O’Connor and Head Coach Boris Roque Alvarez. Photo by Alison Harris
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Crew has just returned from the Scholastic Rowing Association of America (SRAA) National Championship Regatta on Melton Lake in Oak Ridge, TN. One hundred thirty-seven clubs from across the country participated, with Ridgewood Crew racing five pre-qualified boats.
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