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“The State of Our County is Strong”: Jim Tedesco Delivers 12th Annual Bergen County Address

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Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco gives his “State of County”

photo courtesy of Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco

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Hackensack NJ, on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, in Hackensack, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco marked over a decade of leadership with his 12th Annual State of the County Address.

Speaking to a room of dignitaries, families, and residents, Tedesco painted a picture of a county that isn’t just surviving—it’s leading the state of New Jersey in safety, healthcare, and fiscal responsibility.

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Losing Sleep? Here is Exactly When the Clocks Change This Weekend

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Spring Forward: Your Ultimate Guide to Daylight Saving Time 2026

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Ridgewood NJ, The long-awaited arrival of spring is almost here! This Sunday marks the beginning of Daylight Saving Time (DST), which means we get more sunshine in the evening but one less hour of sleep.

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The DCF Bribery Scandal: How a Trenton IT Worker Allegedly Leaked Sensitive Case Data

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Bribes for Secrets: Former DCF Worker Indicted in Confidential Data Leak Scandal

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Trenton NJ,  The sanctity of child protective services has been shaken following a major indictment in Trenton. A former Department of Children and Families (DCF) employee is facing serious prison time after allegedly selling confidential case files for cold hard cash

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George Washington is “Returning” to Bergen County This Sunday

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Forget the Mall: Step Back to 1776 This Sunday at Historic New Bridge Landing

file photo courtesy of Bergen County Historical Society

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River Edge, NJ – Looking for a unique way to celebrate American history this weekend? On March 8, 2026, the Bergen County Historical Society is hosting a vibrant tribute to George Washington’s Birthday at the legendary Historic New Bridge Landing.

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Rescued from the Hudson: The Heartwarming Recovery of a Famous NJ Bald Eagle

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From the Hudson River to Recovery: The Bald Eagle’s Fight for Survival

photo courtewsy of the The Raptor Trust

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Long Hill, NJ – Two weeks ago, a bald eagle was found stranded on a chunk of ice in the freezing Hudson River, near the George Washington Bridge. Today, there is a glimmer of hope for the iconic bird as it continues its recovery at The Raptor Trust in Morris County.

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Breaking: Fire Crews From 5 Towns Battle House Fire in Wood-Ridge; No Injuries Reported

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Early Morning House Fire in Wood-Ridge: Mutual Aid Units From 5 Towns Battle Columbia St Blaze

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Wood-Ridge NJ, A quiet Thursday morning was shattered in Wood-Ridge, NJ, as a residential structure fire broke out on Columbia Street, triggering a massive response from surrounding Bergen County fire departments.

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SUV Crashes Into Ridgewood Pizza Parlor: Driver Hospitalized After North Maple Avenue Collision

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SUV Slams Into Ridgewood Strip Mall: Driver Injured After Honda Strikes Building

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Ridgewood NJ, A Thursday morning commute turned chaotic in Ridgewood, NJ, when a vehicle veered off the road, jumping a curb and slamming into a local shopping center.

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Not Another Apartment Complex: New 10-Acre Luxury Enclave Proposed for Wayne School Board Land

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A Hidden 10-Acre Forest in Wayne Was Supposed to Be a School. Now, It’s Becoming This

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Wayne NJ, While “overdevelopment” usually means high-density apartments in North Jersey, a new proposal for a long-vacant wooded tract in Wayne, NJ is taking a surprisingly traditional turn.

A local real estate investor is moving forward with plans to transform a 10-acre parcel—owned by the Wayne Board of Education for over half a century—into a private cluster of single-family homes.

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Paramus Police Crash: Officer and Civilian Hospitalized After SUV Flips on Ridgewood Ave

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Rollover Crash in Paramus: Police Cruiser Collides With SUV on Ridgewood Avenue

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Paramus NJ, a Tuesday evening emergency call ended in a dramatic scene in Bergen County after a Paramus police cruiser collided with a civilian vehicle, leaving one car overturned and two people hospitalized.

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Justice Served: NJ Driver Sentenced to Prison for Fatal High-Speed DUI Crash on I-80

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Justice for Richard Bahamonte: 6-Year Term for Driver in ‘Double Legal Limit’ Death

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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, a tragic night on Interstate 80 has ended in a lengthy prison sentence for a Hasbrouck Heights man. Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced that Julio C. Guerrero-Brito, 41, has been sentenced for the 2024 vehicular homicide that claimed the life of 37-year-old Richard M. Bahamonte.

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Company Controller Arrested After Allegedly Stealing Nearly $1M from Bergen Firm

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Nearly $1 Million Stolen: Former Bergen County Controller Arrested in Massive Corporate Fraud Scheme

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North Haldon NJ, a lengthy investigation into corporate greed has culminated in the arrest of a North Haledon man accused of treating a local company like his personal piggy bank.

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Honesty in Glen Rock: Lost Envelope Stuffed with $600 Cash Returned to Owner

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Glen Rock Police Return $600 Lost Cash

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Glen Rock NJ, In an era of “finders keepers,” one Glen Rock resident just proved that community integrity is alive and well in Bergen County.

What started as a devastating loss for a local resident turned into a heartwarming success story after an envelope containing $600 in cash was found and turned over to the authorities.

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Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos announces major updates: $75M Warner Theater grant, Schedler Property construction, and a Premier Senior Center

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Ridgewood’s $75M Vision: The Warner Theater Transformation, Schedler Park, and a New Senior Hub

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Ridgewood NJ, from a historic cinema’s potential rebirth to the long-awaited cleanup of the Schedler property, the Village of Ridgewood is on the brink of a massive evolution. In a recent “State of the Village” update, Mayor Paul Vagianos outlined five “Big Moves” that will define Ridgewood’s landscape in 2024 and beyond.

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Is Ridgewood’s Artificial Turf Safe? Superintendent’s Recent Comments Spark Controversy

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Are Artificial Turf Risks Being Downplayed? Ridgewood Parents Raise Concerns

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Ridgewood NJ, The debate over artificial turf in Ridgewood has taken a “disquieting” turn following the recent Joint Fields Committee meeting. As the community weighs the pros and cons of synthetic versus natural grass, comments made by Superintendent Dr. Mark Schwarz have sparked a wave of questions regarding student safety and scientific transparency.

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