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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The local arts community is celebrating a historic milestone. At the recent Ridgewood High School Senior Awards Night, the Ridgewood Arts Foundation officially awarded its first-ever Visual Arts Scholarship to talented young illustrator Benay Cheng.
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Montvale NJ, Get ready to turn your weekend plans up a notch. The Montvale Chamber of Commerce is officially launching its 14th Annual Street Fair, transforming Paragon Drive into a massive, open-air festival. Known as one of Bergen County’s most anticipated seasonal events, this year’s fair is packing the street with over 150 vendors, live entertainment stages, dedicated family zones, and two massive food courts.
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East Rutherford NJ, The wait is officially over. The FIFA World Cup 2026™ has arrived at the New York/New Jersey Stadium, bringing an estimated one million global visitors to the region over the 39-day tournament.
With eight massive matches taking place—including the highly anticipated Final—New Jersey transit agencies, the DOT, and State Police are rolling out unprecedented operational changes. If you are a daily commuter, a local worker, or a fan heading to the matches, ignoring these updates could leave you completely stranded.
Continue reading NJ Governor Issues Remote Work Warning Ahead of Historic World Cup Kickoff
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New York NY, The New York Knicks are officially back on top of the basketball world. For the first time since 1973, the Knicks are NBA Champions. New York clinched the historic title with a thrilling 94-90 comeback victory over Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the 2026 NBA Finals.
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Johnson Space Center FL, The era of commercial supersonic travel over land is officially one step closer. On Friday, June 12, 2026, NASA’s X-59 quiet supersonic research aircraft reached its ultimate target speed and altitude for the first time. Flying at Mach 1.4 (approximately 924 mph) and maintaining an altitude of 55,000 feet, the experimental jet successfully achieved the exact “mission conditions” it will use to change commercial aviation forever.
Continue reading Commercial Supersonic Travel Is Coming Sooner Than You Think After NASA Milestone
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Trenton NJ, American drivers might be enjoying a brief moment of relief at the pump, but a looming regulatory shift is about to change the math for millions of motorists. Starting July 1, 2026, six states—California, Illinois, New Jersey, Michigan, Maryland, and Mississippi—will implement fuel tax hikes or automatic inflation adjustments.
Continue reading Affordability: 6 States Including New Jersey Are Raising Their Gas Tax on July 1st
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Ridgewood NJ, Civic engagement starts early in the Village of Ridgewood! This week, the halls of local government were filled with the energy of rising fourth graders from Ridge Elementary School during a special, hands-on field trip to Village Hall.
The young students stepped out of the classroom and straight into the center of local decision-making, getting a firsthand look at how their community is run.
Continue reading Future Mayors? Ridgewood Fourth Graders Pay Visit to Village Hall
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Ridgewood NJ, Big changes and stricter enforcements are coming to North Jersey’s water supply. From the halls of the New Jersey State House to late-night neighborhood patrols, local water officials are taking aggressive steps to tackle infrastructure funding, rising utility costs, and a looming summer crunch.
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Ridgewood NJ, When emergency strikes beneath the water, every second counts. That is why the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 just wrapped up their rigorous annual SCUBA and underwater rescue training at Graydon Pool.
Continue reading Ridgewood Firefighters Deploy High-Tech Sonar in Intense Graydon Pool Rescue Drills
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Trenton NJ, New Jersey lawmakers are advancing a controversial new legislative package that critics argue is the latest chapter in the state’s aggressive “tax-and-spend” playbook.
New Jersey homeowners already know the headlines. The state has ranked first in the nation for property taxes for years running, with the statewide average effective rate sitting at 2.23% and the average annual bill crossing $10,000 for the first time in 2025. Most buyers see that number and absorb it as a fixed cost of entry. What rarely gets calculated, though, is what that tax burden actually adds up to over the full span of a mortgage.
The focus during the homebuying process almost always falls on the interest rate. That makes sense. A percentage point or two on a 30-year loan is worth tens of thousands of dollars over time, and prospective buyers spend considerable energy shopping for the best terms. But in New Jersey specifically, the tax side of the monthly payment deserves the same level of scrutiny, and most buyers never run the full numbers before closing.
Continue reading What NJ’s Property Tax Burden Actually Costs You Over the Life of a Mortgage
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Glen Rock NJ, Summer in Bergen County has officially arrived, and that means one of the area’s most anticipated community traditions is underway.
The 2026 Glen Rock Family Fun Fair is bringing massive excitement to Wilde Memorial Park from Wednesday, June 10th through Saturday, June 13th. If you are looking for the perfect weekend plan for the family, an evening of nostalgic carnival games, or just want to treat yourself to some of the best street food in North Jersey, this is where you need to be.
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, A historic treasure in Bergen County is securing its future. The New Jersey Historic Trust has announced that The Hermitage, a National Historic Landmark nestled in Ho-Ho-Kus, has been awarded a prestigious 2025 Preserve New Jersey Historic Preservation grant.
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Ridgewood NJ, Summer in Bergen County just got a major flavor upgrade. If you’re planning a trip to Ridgewood’s iconic Graydon Pool, there’s a brand-new reason to pack your swim gear—and an appetite.
To elevate the seasonal experience at the local landmark, Chef Mike from Miele Caterers has officially taken over the kitchen at The Water’s Edge Cafe. He is bringing gourmet flair to standard poolside concessions, completely transforming the menu with fresh favorites, daily specials, and mouth-watering treats for the entire family.
Continue reading Escape the Heat Check out the Waters Edge at Graydon Pool
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Ridgewood NJ, A major shift is coming to the Ridgewood Public Schools transportation system, and it could cost local families thousands of dollars per year.
In an effort to close budget gaps and generate an estimated $539,000 in revenue, the district has proposed a brand-new subscription busing program. While the changes are bound to spark heavy debate among New Jersey parents, school officials have announced a temporary reprieve for the upcoming school year.
Continue reading Ridgewood Public Schools Delay Subscription Busing Program
