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RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ — A joint investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and local police has led to the arrest of a 32-year-old Ridgefield Park resident following a reported violent encounter at a local residence.
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Ridgewood NJ, The Bergen County community is mourning the loss of a local legend. Stephen Jordan, affectionately known to music fans as Steve “White Pants” Jordan, passed away on April 17, 2026, in his lifelong home of Ridgewood, New Jersey.
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PARAMUS, NJ — Big changes are coming to the streets of Paramus. Mayor Christopher DiPiazza and the Borough Council have unveiled a comprehensive safety initiative designed to protect pedestrians, students, and commuters alike. From a massive sidewalk restoration project to stricter school zone enforcement, the administration is prioritizing a “safety-first” infrastructure.
Continue reading Mayor DiPiazza Unveils Bold Plan to Make Paramus the Safest Walking Town in NJ
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Washington DC, In a plot straight out of a techno-thriller, a U.S. Army soldier has been arrested for allegedly using classified intelligence to bet on a high-stakes military operation. The case involving Gannon Ken Van Dyke and the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is sent shockwaves through Washington, exposing a dangerous new vulnerability: prediction markets as a tool for information warfare.
Continue reading Betting on War: How One Soldier’s $400K Polymarket Win Ended in a Federal Arrest
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Ridgewood NJ, Is the Village of Ridgewood a national leader in water safety, or is there a transparency gap leaving residents in the dark?
Recently, Mayor Paul Vagianos and Ridgewood Water Director Richard Calbi took the stage at NJIT’s Workshop on Translational Research and Technology Innovations for PFAS Decontaminations. To the room of state legislators and environmental experts, Ridgewood was hailed as being “well ahead of the curve” in the fight against “forever chemicals.”
Continue reading The “Forever Chemical” Fight in NJ: Why Ridgewood is Under the Microscope
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East Rutherford NJ, As New Jersey prepares to take center stage for the FIFA World Cup 2026, a new political firestorm is brewing in Trenton. Republican members of the Senate and Assembly Budget Committees have issued an urgent call for joint hearings, demanding clear answers on exactly how much the “beautiful game” will cost Garden State taxpayers.
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Ridgewood NJ, The New Jersey housing market kicked off 2026 with a familiar narrative: rising prices and tightening inventory. According to the latest Q1 Residential Housing Market Data released by New Jersey Realtors, the median sales price for all property types has climbed to $510,000, marking a 2.2% increase over last year.
Continue reading New Jersey Real Estate : Sales Drop While Median Prices Continue to Climb
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Washington DC, The Pentagon briefing room is usually a sea of suits and standard policy questions, but on Friday, the “Thirty Mile Zone” officially entered the war room. In a move that signaled a massive shift in the Trump administration’s media strategy, TMZ made its debut at a Department of War briefing—and Secretary Pete Hegseth was ready for them.
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idgewood NJ, While many holidays look back at history, Arbor Day is unique because it looks squarely at the future. It’s a day where the simple act of digging a hole and planting a sapling becomes a gift to the next generation. Whether you’re a lifelong gardener or just looking for a way to give back to the planet, Arbor Day 2026 is the perfect time to get your hands in the dirt.
Continue reading Arbor Day 2026, Why This 150-Year-Old Tradition is More Important Than Ever
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Calling all volunteers! It’s time to roll up your sleeves and show some love to our beautiful community. The Friends of Ho-Ho-Kus, in partnership with the Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus Shade Tree & Beautification Committee, is thrilled to announce the 6th Annual Litter Clean-Up in celebration of Earth Day.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The next generation of first responders got a taste of the action this week as Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 hosted its annual “Take Your Children to Work Day.” It was far from a typical day at the office. While many children spend the day shadowing their parents in cubicles or meetings, the children of Ridgewood’s bravest traded pens for nozzles, experiencing firsthand what it takes to protect the Village.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Local government got a youthful makeover this week as the Village of Ridgewood hosted its annual Bring Your Child to Work Day. The event offered young residents a rare “all-access pass” to see exactly what goes into keeping one of Bergen County’s most vibrant communities running smoothly.
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Hackensack NJ, A routine evening at the Hackensack Ice House nearly turned tragic on April 22nd when a goalie collapsed mid-game. What followed was a masterclass in emergency response, proving that when seconds count, the combination of bystander intervention and professional expertise is the ultimate lifeline.
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TEANECK, NJ — Authorities in Teaneck are calling on the public for assistance following a sophisticated spree of vehicle burglaries that took place in the early morning hours of April 22, 2026. Detectives report that over a dozen vehicles were targeted, with thieves focusing on a specific and costly automotive component: airbags.
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NEWARK, N.J. — Federal authorities have announced one of the largest narcotics seizures in the history of the state following a massive raid in Passaic County. Nankel Stuardo Solorzano, 46, of Clifton, New Jersey, now faces life in prison after law enforcement uncovered a staggering “stash” of deadly drugs and high-powered weaponry.
