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Paramus Storm Devastation: Mayor DiPiazza Declares a State of Emergency

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Paramus Storm Aftermath: Mayor Declares State of Emergency Amid Severe Damage Near Ridgewood Country Club

photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page

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PARAMUS, NJ — Following a devastating severe weather event, Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza has officially declared a State of Emergency for the Borough. The declaration comes as local officials assess widespread, heavy structural damage concentrated in a well-established residential neighborhood just north of the Ridgewood Country Club and south of West Midland Avenue.

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Why Commercial Roofing Maintenance Is Critical After Severe Weather

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What looks like a minor storm can leave lasting damage. Strong winds, hail, and heavy rain place stress on commercial roofs. Some problems appear immediately. Others remain hidden for weeks or months. Understanding what happens after severe weather helps property owners protect their roofing systems and avoid larger concerns later.

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5 Main Street Event Ideas That Give Local Businesses More Foot Traffic

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By midmorning, one storefront can be buzzing while the shop next door barely sees anyone turn the handle. That’s the challenge with a Main Street event. Getting people downtown is only the first part. The better question is how to keep them moving, browsing, and stepping into places they might usually pass.

Local events can bring increased foot traffic and consumer activity, but the best ones give every business a way to be seen. A strong plan doesn’t need to be complicated. It needs a reason to arrive, a reason to linger, and a few small prompts that pull people from one doorway to the next.

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What Value Do Glass Sliding Doors Add to Residential Properties

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A home’s doors shape more than circulation; they influence light, comfort, privacy, and the first impression each room creates. Large glazed openings turn familiar areas into brighter, more inviting places and preserve a clean architectural line. For owners who plan a renovation, that combination can make a property feel thoughtfully upgraded for residents and prospective buyers rather than merely refreshed.

The strongest upgrades earn their place through daily utility and long-term appeal. Sliding glass systems answer both needs and link interior rooms with patios, gardens, balconies, or pool decks and retain valuable floor area. Their value becomes clearer when design, performance, and lifestyle needs receive equal attention. This article will tell you more about the value sliding glass doors add to residential properties.

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No Rain Date: Why World Cup Logistics Forced Ridgewood to Cancel Fireworks Completely

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Controlled Detonation & No Rain Date: Ridgewood Responds to 4th of July Fireworks Cancellation

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Ridgewood NJ, Following a evening of severe weather that left a trail of damage across Bergen County, the Village of Ridgewood has released an official update addressing the total cancellation of the 2026 Independence Day fireworks.

The update explains a series of high-stakes logistical decisions made by emergency personnel—including a mandatory “controlled detonation” on Veterans Field and an unexpected conflict with global sporting events that eliminated any chance of a rain date.

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Scandal, Scams, and Secret Nuptials: Inside Aaron Burr’s Frugal 1782 Wedding at The Hermitage

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To Silence the Gossip: Inside Aaron Burr and Theodosia Prevost’s Secretive, Frugal Bergen County Wedding

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Long before he became one of early American history’s most controversial figures—and earned a reputation as a bit of a historical scamster—Aaron Burr was a man entangled in a high-society Jersey scandal.

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Witness the Revolution: Musket Drills, Colonial Dancers, and Living History Coming to Ho-Ho-Kus

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Step Back into 1778: Live Revolutionary War Enactment & Living History Event Coming to The Hermitage

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, History is coming alive in Bergen County! This Saturday, July 11th, families and history enthusiasts have a rare opportunity to walk the exact grounds where General George Washington’s troops camped during the Revolutionary War.

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WNBA’s Sophie Cunningham vs. Ridgewood’s Uncle Sam: Who Actually Perfected the Viral Finger Point?

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The ‘Sophie Cunningham Pointing’ Meme Explained: The Viral WNBA Moment Taking Over Your Feed

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Ridgewood NJ, If you have spent even a few minutes scrolling through X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, or Instagram over the past week, you have undoubtedly run into a clip of Phoenix Mercury guard Sophie Cunningham. In the viral snippet, she is seen silently pointing her finger at another player for an unusually long, hilariously tense amount of time.

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Traffic Gridlock & Blackouts: Powerful July 4th Storms Leave Parts of Washington Township in the Dark

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Severe July 4th Storms Leave Washington Township Battling Power Outages and Traffic Disruption

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Twp. of Washington NJ, A celebratory Independence Day weekend took a chaotic turn as a series of fast-moving, powerful storms slammed into the Township of Washington on Saturday evening, July 4th. Packing destructive wind gusts and driving torrential rain, the severe weather uprooted mature trees and snapped utility lines, triggering widespread power outages centered heavily on the south end of town.

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Houses Smashed & Cars Pinned: Inside the Violent July 4th Storm That Left Ridgewood in Chaos

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Houses Smashed and Cars Pinned: Violent July 4th Storm Wreaks Havoc Across Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, What was supposed to be a night of celebration turned into a evening of emergency responses in Bergen County. Following the last-minute cancellation of Ridgewood’s traditional July 4th fireworks display, a fast-moving and incredibly intense thunderstorm swept through the Village early Saturday evening, leaving a trail of property damage, downed utility poles, and snapped wires in its wake.

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Weather Alert: Ridgewood Moves Up 4th of July Fireworks Start Time Tonight

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Weather Alert: Ridgewood Changes Fireworks Schedule Tonight Due to Storm Threat

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Ridgewood NJ, If you are planning to catch the Independence Day fireworks display in Ridgewood tonight, you will need to adjust your plans immediately. Due to an incoming threat of severe thunderstorms later this evening, local officials have officially moved the event timeline forward to ensure the show can go on safely.

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Ready to Master Painting? Highly Anticipated 8-Week Fine Art Studio Classes Launching in Nyack

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Unlock Your Creative Potential: New 8-Week Painting & Drawing Studio Classes Taught by Eric Santoli  in Nyack

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Ridgewood NJ, Art lovers, aspiring creators, and experienced painters—it’s time to pick up your brushes! Widespread demand is bringing structured fine art education back to Rockland County. Exciting new 8-week studio art classes are officially coming to Nyack, New York, starting late July/early August.

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Celebrate America’s 250th Today: Walk the Revolutionary War Grounds at Historic New Bridge Landing

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Celebrate America’s 250th: Historic New Bridge Landing Hosts Special 4th of July Walking Tour & Rare Artifact Display

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River Edge Nj, If you are looking for an authentic way to celebrate America’s historic 250th birthday, look no further than one of New Jersey’s most critical Revolutionary War landmarks. The Bergen County Historical Society (BCHS) is hosting a special 250th Walking Tour of Historic New Bridge Landing today, July 4th, at 1:00 PM.

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Busted by the Task Force: Slovakian National Charged with Illegal Voting in NJ Midterms

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Election Integrity Crackdown: Middlesex County Man Charged with Illegal Voting and Citizenship Fraud

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Trenton NJ, A federal investigation has led to the arrest of a Middlesex County man accused of illegally casting a ballot in a federal election and lying to immigration authorities on his citizenship application.

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Chaos in NJ: Over 200,000 in the Dark as 50 MPH Gale Winds Batter Holiday Festivities

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Over 200,000 Without Power: Severe July 3rd Storms Tear Through New Jersey, Halting Transit and Holiday Events

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Jersey City NJ, A powerful line of severe thunderstorms tore through northern and central New Jersey during the evening of Friday, July 3, leaving more than 200,000 residents in the dark, scattering travel plans, and disrupting early Independence Day festivities across the state.

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