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Wild Day for Bitcoin Traders Amid Unconfirmed US Government Dump Rumors

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Ridgewood NJ, crypto markets whipsawed in dramatic fashion yesterday. The day started out with crypto rising sharply on strong earnings in the stock market. BTC then experienced a dramatic crash, dumping from $30,000 to below $28,000, retracing the day’s gains in a single hourly candle. Liquidations neared $200 million over four hours. Although the exact cause is unconfirmed, crypto news alerter “db” reported Mt. Gox and U.S. government wallets making transactions. Market intelligence platform Arkham responded but later deleted their reply, clarifying that the alert was due to a bug fix. After this was confirmed, Bitcoin then regained some ground, marching up above $29,000 again.

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Ridgewood Village Council reveals plan to acquire residential property adjacent to proposed Schedler Athletic Complex

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Councilwoman Siobhan Winograd confirmed during Wednesday night’s Village Council Public Work Session what many residents living on or near West Saddle River Road had suspected; that is, the Village would like to acquire 510 West Saddle River Road (Block 4704, Lot 8), a currently unoccupied, 0.8727 acre residential (zone R125) property. The target property is immediately adjacent to Village owned parkland (the former Schedler property).

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New Jersey Right to Life Statewide Survey of Voters Indicates Majority Support Limits on Abortion

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Results Repudiate Murphy and His Party Leaders’ Radical Abortion Policies

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey Right to Life sponsored a Marist Poll that asked specific questions on abortion. The survey of 1,024 New Jersey registered voters was conducted April 10th through April 12th. The poll’s results are listed below.

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Cliffside Park Construction Worker Charged with Possession of Child Porn

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Cliffside Park NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of VALTER M. GARCIA CORDOVA (DOB: 2/25/1984; married; construction worker) of  Cliffside Park, NJ on a charge of possession of child sexual abuse material. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love.

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Fairleigh Dickinson University Appoints Alumni ,Long-time faculty member and administrator Michael J. Avaltroni as the Ninth President

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Teaneck NJ, the Fairleigh Dickinson University Board of Trustees appointed long-time FDU faculty member and administrator Michael J. Avaltroni as the ninth president in the institution’s history, effective immediately. Dr. Avaltroni had been serving as interim president since January.

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THE GYRO PROJECT SET TO OPEN THIS JUNE IN FORT LEE

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Fort Lee NJ, the Gyro Project is a new elevated Greek fast-casual concept curated by George Tenedios, founder of Manhattan’s most popular salad chain, fresh&co, and Spiro Kokkosis, owner of several Times Square staples such as Majestic Deli, Premier Deli, and The Times Eatery.

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Investing in China: The Top 5 Industries to Consider

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So what are the best industries to invest in China?

Despite the ongoing trade war, China’s growth and international investment have only increased. Looking into the future, experts predict that China will continue to climb in economic power.

Keep reading to learn more about what you should know if you’re investing in China.

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Live Like a President, the Former Home of Richard M Nixon on Sale for $1.2 Million in Park Ridge

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Park Ridge NJ, if you’ve ever wanted to live like a president, now is your chance! Welcome to Bears Nest at one of the most private end unit, the former home of the US 37th President, Richard M Nixon. Bright entry foyer, wood floors, elevator throughout all four level, front to back fireplace dividing the classic dining room and the 2 story family room. Second floor master suite offers an elegant sitting area with fireplace, 2 custom closet and a marble bathroom. The magnificent 3rd floor built-in library truly one of a kind equipped with wet bar, powder room. Finished lower lever has a sauna, gym and an ensuite bedroom. This unit has it all! Amazing view, spacious deck, play area, large driveway.

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Teaneck Man files Lawsuit Against Boards of Elections in Two New Jersey Counties for Methodology of Voting Machine Accuracy

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Teaneck NJ, a Bergen County from Teaneck man has filed lawsuits against boards of elections in two New Jersey counties, claiming they have refused his OPRA requests to view ballot test reports used to determine the logic and accuracy of voting machines.

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The State Fair Meadowlands in East Rutherford is Back!

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East Rutherford NJ, the State Fair Meadowlands will host a year of thrilling amusement rides, racing pigs, magicians and delicious fair food. Taking place from June 22-July 9, the 2023 Fair is the largest, long-lasting New Jersey event of the summer.

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Waldwick Volunteer Fire Department Responds to Freight Train Fire

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Waldwick NJ, just before  10pm the Waldwick Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched for a reported train on fire in the area of the train station. Arriving units found an active fire in a hopper car. Engine 631 laid a supply line into the Transit lot and supplied one 2 1/2 hand line and also the tower ladder. Truck 641 set up the bucket and extinguished the fire from above. Bergen County HazMat also responded and took readings of the water run off and air samplings. WALVAC also stood by at the scene. All trains were held in both directions due to the incident. No injuries were reported .

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WalletHub Study: New Jersey Is 2023’s 6th Most Gambling-Addicted State

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Ridgewood NJ, With the gambling industry bringing in a record $60 billion in revenue last year, and the Kentucky Derby soon to kick off, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2023’s Most Gambling-Addicted States, as well as expert commentary, along with its Kentucky Derby Facts & History infographic.

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Blades of the Past: A Guide to Realistic Replicas of Medieval Swords

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For those interested in history and weapons, owning a replica of an ancient medieval sword is beyond exciting. Swords have played a significant role in human history, and their legacy can still be seen in modern culture, from movies and TV shows to video games and reenactments. There have been generations of warriors and knights whose martial prowess owed much to the swords they wielded. Even today, there can be something intensely inspiring about these handcrafted weapons, which resonate with stories from our collective past. In this blog post, we’ll explore what goes into making winning replicas for combat or cosplay purposes and showcase some incredible examples you could purchase if desired. So sharpen your swords and come along on our journey – let’s look at blades from centuries past.

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