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Juvenile Charged in Violent Home Break-in in Tenafly

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Tenafly Police Department responded to a home invasion burglary and theft of a vehicle from a private resideresidence

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Tenafly NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced charges filed against a 19-year-old Essex County, NJ man — who was a 17-year-old juvenile at the time of the offense — following a home invasion, burglary, and robbery investigation that was conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Chief Jeff Angermeyer, and the Tenafly Police Department, under the direction of Chief Robert Chamberlain.

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Bogota Police Officer Shoots Lunging Dog Following Attack on Teenager

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Police-Involved Shooting in Bogota: Officer Defends Self Against Aggressive Dog

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Bogota NJ, a police investigation is underway in Bogota, NJ, after an officer discharged a firearm during a confrontation with an aggressive dog. The incident followed a reported animal attack on a local teenager earlier that afternoon.

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High-Speed DWI Stop in North Arlington Ends in Gun and High-Capacity Mag Arrest

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North Arlington Police Find Loaded Handgun During 2 AM DWI Arrest

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North Arlington NJ, a routine radar patrol in Bergen County took a serious turn early Sunday morning when North Arlington police intercepted a speeding Dodge Challenger, leading to a DWI arrest and the seizure of a loaded Glock 19.

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Valentine’s Day Tragedy: Teaneck Pedestrian Seriously Injured by Drunk Driver on Cedar Lane

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Bogota Man Charged with DWI After Striking Pedestrian Near Teaneck Cinemas

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Teaneck NJ, A 53-year-old Teaneck resident remains in serious condition following a devastating Valentine’s Day accident involving an intoxicated driver. The incident, which occurred late Friday night, has led to multiple charges against a Bogota man, according to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office.

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Ridgewood Trash Update: Rear-Yard Collection Resumes Wednesday, Feb. 18

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Safety Suspension Lifted: Ridgewood Rear-Yard Trash Pickup Update for Feb. 18

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Ridgewood NJ, The Village of Ridgewood has announced the official return of rear-yard trash collection starting tomorrow, Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

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From POW Camp to Sainthood: Ridgewood Event Honors Military Hero Fr. Emil Kapaun

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The Path to Sainthood: Ridgewood Knights Honor Medal of Honor Recipient Fr. Emil Kapaun

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Ridgewood NJ, a standing-room-only crowd gathered in Ridgewood, NJ, this past week to honor the “Patron Saint of Soldiers.” On February 12, 2026, the Ridgewood Knights of Columbus Council #1736 hosted a powerful lecture exploring the life, heroism, and the accelerating canonization process of Father (Capt.) Emil Kapaun.

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You Get What You Voted For: New Jersey Still Tops the Nation in Property Taxes

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The High Cost of Living: Why New Jersey Still Tops the Nation in Property Taxes

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Ridgewood NJ, Property taxes are an unavoidable reality of homeownership, but where you choose to plant roots can be the difference between a comfortable retirement and a strained bank account. While taxes are rising across the United States, one state continues to hold a frustratingly familiar title.

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Firefighters Bravely Rescue Trapped Doe from Frozen Franklin Lakes Pond

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Stubborn Doe “Refuses Medical Attention” After Dramatic Bergen County Ice Rescue

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Franklin Lakes NJ, it was a cold, “doe-eyed” evening in Bergen County that took a turn for the dramatic. On February 3, 2026, a local resident’s quiet evening was interrupted when they spotted a deer that had fallen through the ice and become hopelessly trapped in a frozen pond.

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Is Your Street on the List? Ridgewood Secures $1.5M for Massive Lead Pipe Overhaul

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Clean Water Win: Ridgewood Lands $1.5 Million Federal Boost for Lead Pipe Removal

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Ridgewood NJ, The Village of Ridgewood just received a major financial “green light” for its mission to provide 100% lead-free water. Working alongside New Jersey’s congressional delegation, U.S. Senators Cory Booker and Andy Kim have secured $1.535 million in federal funding specifically for Ridgewood’s lead remediation efforts.

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Forget Digital: Why This Paper-Only Art Exhibit in Ridgewood is Going Viral

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ARTFusion 2026: Discover the Magic of “Paper Trails” in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, in an increasingly digital world, there is something profoundly moving about the tactile, raw nature of paper. This month, the Village of Ridgewood invites you to slow down and experience ARTFusion 2026: Paper Trails – Stories That Connect Us, a vibrant community art initiative that proves a simple sheet of paper can tell a thousand stories.

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1 in 250: Why This NJ Real Estate Powerhouse Just Joined Christie’s Most Elite Global Inner Circle

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Christina Gibbons Named to Christie’s International Real Estate’s Inaugural “The Council”

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Ridgewood NJ, the landscape of luxury real estate in New Jersey just reached a new milestone. Christina Gibbons, CEO and Broker Associate of the Ridgewood-based Christina Gibbons Group, has been exclusively invited to join the inaugural Christie’s International Real Estate Council.

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Saving Hackensack Schools: Board Hires Financial Expert to Fix Massive $17 Million Deficit

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Hackensack’s Road to Recovery: A $17 Million Battle for the District’s Future

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Hackensack NJ, The Hackensack City Board of Education is taking aggressive steps to regain its financial footing following the discovery of a staggering $17 million budget shortfall. In a move aimed at “rebuilding the public’s trust,” the board voted on Feb. 11 to bring in a heavyweight financial consultant to steer the district through its current crisis.

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The Presidents’ Day Secret: Why the U.S. Officially Celebrates a Holiday That Technically Doesn’t Exist

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10 Surprising Presidents’ Day Facts: History, Myths, and George Washington

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Washington DC, today, Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, Americans across the country are enjoying a three-day weekend. While most call it “Presidents’ Day,” the history behind this federal holiday is far more complex (and strange) than a simple mattress sale might suggest.

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State-Sanctioned Targeting? DiMaio Blasts Sherrill’s New Federal Agent Tracking Portal

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“Reckless and Dangerous”: John DiMaio Slams Governor Sherrill’s Federal Agent Reporting Tool

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Trenton NJ, a heated political battle has erupted in Trenton following the launch of a new state-run online portal. Assembly Republican Leader John DiMaio issued a scathing rebuke of Governor Mikie Sherrill on Wednesday, after her administration introduced a platform encouraging New Jersey residents to upload photos and locations of federal immigration agents.

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Vacation Saved by WiFi: How a Smart Home Device Prevented a Flood Disaster in Ridgewood

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Traveling Overseas? This $50 Gadget Just Saved a Ridgewood Home from a Major Flood

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Ridgewood NJ, What would you do if a pipe burst in your home while you were thousands of miles away? For one Ridgewood, NJ family traveling overseas this week, that nightmare nearly became a reality.

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