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NJ Democrat Gubnatorial Hopeful Mikie Sherrill’s Calls Christian views “vile dissenting views”

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Washington DC, Rep. Sherrill Statement on House Passage of Charlie Kirk Resolution call Christian views “vile dissenting views”, likens Christians to Fascists  and claims without any evidence Kirk was advocating for a “Christian nationalist government” and to “roll back the rights of women and Black people”. All from a party that owned slaves and thinks African Americans are too stupid to get driver licenses and curtailed, censored  and de-platformed dissenting opinions during the “COVID pandemic”

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Ridgewood Library’s Game-Changing Merger: New Friends Foundation

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Ridgewood NJ, on September 18, 2025, Ridgewood Public Library’s two support groups united to form the Friends Foundation of the Ridgewood Public Library, streamlining volunteer efforts and fundraising for Bergen County’s beloved cultural hub. This merger eliminates confusion, cuts costs, and fuels vibrant programs and future growth. From community events to library renovations, here’s why this move is a big win for Ridgewood in 2025!

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Bergen County’s Brainiest: See Who Made the National Merit Semi-Finalist List

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Bergen County’s Academic All-Stars: See Who Made the National Merit Semi-Finalist List for 2025-2026

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Ridgewood NJ, Every year, an elite group of high school students across the country are recognized for their exceptional academic achievements. This year, dozens of talented students from Bergen County, New Jersey, have earned the prestigious title of National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalist. This honor is the first step in a competitive journey toward a valuable college scholarship.

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Ridgewood’s Ars Musica Chorale Kicks Off 60th Season with Epic Performances in 2025: Get Your Tickets Now!

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Ridgewood NJ, is buzzing with excitement as the Ars Musica Chorale celebrates its 60th anniversary with a stellar lineup of choral performances starting November 2025. Founded in 1965, this beloved community chorus is marking its milestone season with four unforgettable concerts, featuring iconic works like Carmina Burana and Handel’s Messiah. From ticket details to rehearsal schedules, here’s everything you need to know about this cultural gem in Bergen County and how to join the celebration in 2025!

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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Seton Hall University Over Student’s Death in COVID Isolation

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South Orange NJ, a federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed against Seton Hall University by the family of a student who tragically died while in COVID isolation housing in 2021.

The case, brought by Sean McCartney and Donna Dockery, alleged that the university failed to protect their daughter, Kristen McCartney, a sophomore from North Carolina who suffered from epilepsy. The family claimed Seton Hall was negligent in providing proper care and safeguards, especially after moving her to an isolation dorm following a positive COVID test.

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National Pickleball Day 2025: Celebrate America’s Fastest-Growing Sport in Bergen County

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Ridgewood, NJDid you know August 8th is National Pickleball Day? If you missed it this year, there’s still plenty of time to grab your paddle, round up friends and family, and head to one of Bergen County’s many pickleball courts to join the fun. With sunny weather and an ever-growing community, there’s no better excuse to get out and play!

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Quick Thinking by Westwood First Responders Saves July 4th Celebration After Transformer Explosion

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WESTWOOD, NJ — A potentially disastrous Fourth of July evening in downtown Westwood was averted thanks to the swift and coordinated actions of local first responders and utility crews, according to Westwood Mayor Ray Arroyo.

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Is Artificial Turf Safe? A New Lawsuit Aims to Silence Experts Raising Concerns

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Ridgewood NJ, as artificial turf becomes increasingly common across American playgrounds, school fields, and suburban lawns, a legal battle is unfolding that raises pressing questions: Is fake grass safe — and are companies trying to silence those who say it might not be?

 Amy McCambridge, a longtime Ridgewood soccer coach and Marine Corps veteran, says she was let go from her position with the Maroons Soccer Club after she spoke out about the borough’s plan to install artificial turf at the Schedler property.

That’s the controversy at the heart of a recent lawsuit filed by Polyloom, an artificial turf manufacturer, against four environmental health experts who were set to speak at a seminar titled “The Trouble With Turf.” The event, scheduled for January 2025, was meant to discuss potential health and environmental risks of synthetic turf. But it never happened — the lawsuit shut it down before a single word was spoken.

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NJ Congresswoman LaMonica McIver Charged for Forcibly Impeding and Interfering With Federal Officers

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NEWARK, N.J. – U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver was charged in a three-count indictment today for forcibly impeding and interfering with federal officers, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced.

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Ridgewood Soccer Coach Let Go After Raising Concerns About Artificial Turf Field Project

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Amy McCambridge, a longtime Ridgewood soccer coach and Marine Corps veteran, says she was let go from her position with the Maroons Soccer Club after she spoke out about the borough’s plan to install artificial turf at the Schedler property.

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2025 NJ State Police “Most Wanted” Fugitives Announced

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West Trenton NJ, The New Jersey State Police announces the release of their 2025 “Most Wanted” list of fugitives. The list, compiled by the New Jersey State Police – Fugitive Unit, contains thirteen (13) New Jersey’s “Most Wanted” violent fugitives. It is headlined by the most wanted fugitive, Joanne Chesimard, who is wanted for escaping from a New Jersey correctional institution in 1979, where she was serving a life sentence for the May 2, 1973, murder of Trooper Werner Foerster #2608.

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Trump’s First 100 Days Mark Major Crypto Pivot: Industry Applauds Pro-Digital Asset Policies

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Washington DC, in just under 100 days, the Trump administration has drastically reshaped Washington’s stance on cryptocurrency, fulfilling many campaign promises through a flurry of executive orders, regulatory reforms, and symbolic gestures that crypto leaders say mark a major turning point for the industry.

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Is New Jersey’s Cardinal Joseph Tobin a Contender for the Next Pope?

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Newark NJ, a 2023-24 Pew Research Center study revealed that 33% of adults in New Jersey identify as Catholic, while 59% practice a Christian denomination overall. This marks a steady decline from past years: in 2014, 67% of New Jersey adults identified as Christian (34% Catholic), and in 2007, 76% identified as Christian with 42% Catholic.

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Holy Returns! These Nuns Are Taking on Corporate America—One Share at a Time

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ATCHISON KANSAS , Forget picket signs. These sisters prefer stock portfolios. In a plot twist worthy of a Netflix docuseries, a group of Benedictine nuns in Atchison, Kansas is flipping the script on Wall Street—turning holy habits into shareholder activism and corporate accountability.

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Ridgewood Athletic Field Project Halted After Toxic Soil Discovery — $1.5M Cleanup Bill for Taxpayers

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Ridgewood NJ,  what was supposed to be a long-awaited Ridgewood athletic field development has now become an environmental controversy—and a financial burden for local taxpayers. According to a New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) investigation, soil containing mercury and lead above legal limits was trucked into the proposed field site at the Zabriskie-Schedler property on West Saddle River Road, prompting immediate remediation requirements.

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