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Posted on February 7, 2026February 7, 2026 by James — 1 Comment

Is New Jersey’s Economy Heading for a Crash? Assemblyman DePhillips Demands Immediate Tax Cuts to Stop Job Losses

New Jersey currently holds the title for the third-highest Unemployment rate in the United States

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey is currently facing a dual economic crisis: a climbing unemployment rate and a “worst-in-the-nation” tax environment. As businesses struggle under the weight of new mandates and skyrocketing energy costs, Assemblyman Christopher P. DePhillips (R-Bergen) is sounding the alarm, calling on Governor Mikie Sherrill to enact emergency tax reforms before the “affordability crisis” worsens.

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Posted on February 7, 2026February 7, 2026 by James — 4 Comments

Is New Jersey’s New E-Bike Law Discriminatory? Immigrants and Seniors Fight Back Against License Mandate

For many of New Jersey’s working-class and immigrant residents, e-bikes are not a luxury

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey has officially enacted one of the most restrictive electric bike laws in the United States, and the backlash is growing. While state officials claim the law is a necessary response to a spike in accidents, a coalition of immigrant advocates, senior citizens, and cycling organizations warns that the measure effectively “criminalizes” affordable transportation.

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Google has woven its most advanced AI models into the very fabric of its ecosystem

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Google’s $400 Billion Milestone: How Gemini 3 Sparked an AI Empire Upgrade

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Ridgewood NJ, Google just proved that the “Code Red” of 2022 is ancient history. In its latest earnings report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, Alphabet (Google’s parent company) shattered records by breaking past $400 billion in annual revenue for the first time.

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Posted on February 6, 2026February 6, 2026 by James — Leave a comment

Pulitzer Prize Winner Anna Quindlen Headlines Ridgewood Library’s Star-Studded 2026 Author Luncheon

Pulitzer Prize Winner Anna Quindlen Headlines Author Luncheon

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Ridgewood NJ, Literary fans in North Jersey, mark your calendars! The Friends Foundation of the Ridgewood Public Library has announced that Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and legendary author Anna Quindlen will be the keynote speaker for their 36th annual Author Luncheon.

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Posted on February 6, 2026February 6, 2026 by James — 1 Comment

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Has A New Executive Director

Kathryn Garcia Officially Appointed to Lead Port Authority

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New York NY, In a landmark move for regional transportation, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Board of Commissioners has officially approved Kathryn Garcia as the agency’s next Executive Director.

The appointment, confirmed on February 5, 2026, signals a new chapter for the bi-state agency as it embarks on a massive 10-year, multi-billion-dollar capital plan. Garcia, a veteran public servant known for her “get-it-done” reputation, will officially take the helm on Monday, February 9, 2026.

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Posted on February 6, 2026February 6, 2026 by James — 5 Comments

80% Support: Why the SAVE America Act is the Newest Flashpoint in the Voter ID Debate

“If you have to show ID in order to buy alcohol, board a plane, or rent a car, you should have to show ID in order to vote,”

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Ridgewood NJ, In a rare moment of national consensus, a recent CNN poll has confirmed what many have suspected: a vast majority of Americans—over 80%—support mandatory photo identification for voting.

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Posted on February 6, 2026February 6, 2026 by James — Leave a comment

Forget the Face: Why “Physical AI” Is the Real Secret Behind the Industrial Humanoid Boom

The future of the shop floor isn’t about robots that look like us. It’s about machines that can finally think like us in the context of physical space—adapting, learning

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Las Vegas NV, CES 2026 made one thing crystal clear: the robots are no longer just coming; they are punching into work. From Tesla’s Optimus beginning its apprenticeship at the Austin Gigafactory to BMW’s Figure 02 fleet handling 90,000 parts on the X3 line, humanoid machines are officially on the payroll.

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Online Entertainment Habits in Local Communities

Local communities across the United States are experiencing a quiet but significant shift in how people consume entertainment. Traditional pastimes such as local cinemas, cable television, and in-person social activities are increasingly being complemented by digital alternatives. From streaming platforms and mobile gaming to interactive social apps, entertainment has become more personalised, on-demand, and accessible from home.

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Posted on February 5, 2026February 5, 2026 by James — 2 Comments

One Last Kiss? Westwood’s 250-Year-Old “Kissing Tree” to Be Honored in Emotional Valentine’s Tribute

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A Terminal Diagnosis for Westwood’s “Kissing Tree”: Can This Civil War-Era Icon Be Saved?

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Westwood NJ, In the heart of downtown Westwood, a legendary resident is fighting for its life. The iconic Kissing Tree—a towering copper beech that has stood as a silent witness to centuries of romance—has received a terminal diagnosis.

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Posted on February 5, 2026February 5, 2026 by James — 22 Comments

The Schedler Saga: Why Ridgewood is Paying $2.6M to Remove a Safety Barrier

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Taxpayers Facing a $1.1 million funding gap

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Ridgewood NJ, the ongoing battle over the Zabriskie-Schedler property in Ridgewood, NJ, has reached a costly new chapter. Despite a previous budget allocation of $1.5 million for soil remediation, the latest bids for work at the site have come in significantly higher—leaving taxpayers to wonder how the Village will bridge a $1.1 million funding gap.

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Posted on February 5, 2026February 5, 2026 by James — 6 Comments

NYC Anti-Jewish Hate Crimes Skyrocket 182% During Mayor Mamdani’s First Month

You Got What You Voted For

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New York NY, New York City is grappling with a disturbing paradox. While the NYPD celebrates its “safest January on record” for gun violence, the city’s Jewish community is facing a historic surge in targeted violence.

According to new data released by the NYPD, antisemitic hate crimes surged 182% in January 2026—the very first month of Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration.

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Posted on February 5, 2026February 5, 2026 by James — Leave a comment

Elon Musk’s Trillion-Dollar Gamble: Why SpaceX Just Swallowed xAI

The Vision: “Orbital Data Centers” are the New Frontier

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Brownsville Tx, Elon Musk is moving the chess pieces of his empire again, and this time, the stakes are astronomical. In a move that has sent shockwaves through Silicon Valley and Wall Street, SpaceX has officially acquired xAI in a historic deal valuing the AI startup at $250 billion.

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The $100,000 Dinner: Gov. Mikie Sherrill Faces Backlash Over “Dark Money” Inaugural Loophole

Sherrill team utilized a well-known but controversial loophole to bypass these ethics requirements

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East Rutherford NJ, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill campaigned on a promise to “get dark money out of politics,” but her road to the statehouse is being paved with six-figure checks and secret donor lists.

While the public celebrates a new administration, a select group of business executives, lobbyists, and union leaders recently enjoyed exclusive access to the Governor at a ritzy pre-inaugural dinner—where the entry fee started at a staggering $100,000.

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Posted on February 5, 2026February 5, 2026 by James — 3 Comments

Trump Admin Eyes Jordan Fox for Top N.J. Prosecutor: Can She End the Legal Logjam?

Jordan S. Fox, a 30-year-old Bergen County native and rising star within the Justice Department, has emerged as the Trump Administration’s top pick to lead federal prosecutions in the Garden State

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Newark NJ, the battle for leadership at the New Jersey U.S. Attorney’s Office has taken a sharp new turn. Jordan S. Fox, a 30-year-old Bergen County native and rising star within the Justice Department, has emerged as the Trump Administration’s top pick to lead federal prosecutions in the Garden State.

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Posted on February 5, 2026February 5, 2026 by James — 6 Comments

N.J. Towns Face “Judgment Day” as “Affordable Housing” Mandate Fight Hits U.S. Supreme Court

The coalition, representing about 36 towns, argues that the state’s methodology for calculating housing “need” is arbitrary and ignores local infrastructure limits

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Montvale NJ, The high-stakes battle over New Jersey’s suburban landscape has reached its ultimate destination. A coalition of dozens of New Jersey municipalities—facing a ticking clock and a March 15, 2026 deadline—has officially appealed to the United States Supreme Court in a desperate attempt to halt the state’s aggressive new affordable housing mandates.

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New Jersey currently holds the title for the third-highest Unemployment rate in the United States

For many of New Jersey’s working-class and immigrant residents, e-bikes are not a luxury

Google’s $400 Billion Milestone: How Gemini 3 Sparked an AI Empire Upgrade

Pulitzer Prize Winner Anna Quindlen Headlines Author Luncheon

Kathryn Garcia Officially Appointed to Lead Port Authority

“If you have to show ID in order to buy alcohol, board a plane, or rent a car, you should have to show ID in order to vote,”

The future of the shop floor isn’t about robots that look like us. It’s about machines that can finally think like us in the context of physical space—adapting, learning

Taxpayers Facing a $1.1 million funding gap

You Got What You Voted For

The Vision: “Orbital Data Centers” are the New Frontier

Sherrill team utilized a well-known but controversial loophole to bypass these ethics requirements

Jordan S. Fox, a 30-year-old Bergen County native and rising star within the Justice Department, has emerged as the Trump Administration’s top pick to lead federal prosecutions in the Garden State

The coalition, representing about 36 towns, argues that the state’s methodology for calculating housing “need” is arbitrary and ignores local infrastructure limits

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