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Ridgewood NJ, the era of scrolling in the hallways is officially coming to an end in the Garden State. On January 15, 2026, the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) released its highly anticipated updated guidance for “bell-to-bell” cell phone policies.
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Hackensack NJ, a high-stakes detention hearing in Hackensack has revealed the “horrifying” details of a random act of violence that has left an 8-year-old girl with life-altering injuries.
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Paramus NJ, In a major win for consumer transparency, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that Apple Inc. has been hit with its largest-ever penalty for violating New Jersey’s Merchandise Pricing Act. The tech giant has agreed to pay $150,000 and overhaul its in-store operations after state investigators discovered widespread pricing violations across every Apple Store location in New Jersey.
Continue reading No More Hidden Prices: Apple Forced to Overhaul NJ Stores After Landmark Settlement
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood’s culinary scene is about to get a major upgrade. Chef Claudia Rovegno, the mastermind behind the beloved flagship restaurant From Scratch, has officially announced her next venture: Pizza by From Scratch.
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Ridgewood NJ, the wait for a more reliable Northeast Corridor is almost over, but New Jersey commuters will have to endure one final “patience test” first.
Starting February 13, 2026, Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT will begin the critical “cutover” process to transfer rail service from the 114-year-old, failure-prone Portal Bridge to the brand-new Portal North Bridge. While this marks a historic milestone for the $1.5 billion Gateway Program, it comes with a catch: four weeks of significant service changes affecting nearly every rail line in the state.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 is back with another edition of “Meet the Members Monday.” This week, we’re stepping inside the firehouse to introduce you to one of our newest faces on the front lines: Thomas Malone.
Continue reading Why This Ridgewood EMT Says “Taking the Test” Was His Best Career Move
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Ridgewood NJ, The curtain is rising on a major milestone in Bergen County! On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, the Village of Ridgewood Council officially presented a Proclamation to the producers of RHS Jamboree, recognizing eight decades of community spirit, theatrical flair, and life-changing philanthropy.
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Philadelphia PA, the integrity of college basketball has been hit by a “seismic” blow. In a federal indictment unsealed on Thursday, January 15, 2026, authorities in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania exposed a sweeping international point-shaving conspiracy.
Continue reading NCAA Betting Bombshell: 39 Players Charged in Massive 17-Team Point-Shaving Scandal
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Minneapolis MN The standoff between the White House and Minnesota leadership has reached a boiling point. On Thursday, January 15, 2026, President Donald Trump issued a stark ultimatum to Governor Tim Walz: stop the “professional agitators” or face a full-scale federal military intervention under the Insurrection Act.
If you follow sports today, chances are it doesn’t look the same as it did even ten years ago. For some people, it still means sitting down to watch a full game. For others, it’s much more scattered. A score checked on a phone. A clip shared in a group chat. A headline was skimmed while doing something else.
Continue reading Why Sports Engagement Looks Different in a Digital World
Buying a home is rarely just a financial decision. While numbers, location, and features matter, emotion often plays the strongest role in whether a buyer feels compelled to move forward. The moment someone walks through the front door, they begin forming impressions that shape how they perceive the entire property. These impressions are emotional as much as they are practical, influencing whether the space feels welcoming, comfortable, and easy to imagine as their own.
Continue reading How staging helps buyers emotionally connect with a property
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Trenton NJ, the Garden State is officially entering a high-stakes standoff with Washington. In a move that critics are calling a “financial suicide mission,” the New Jersey Assembly has voted 46–26 to pass Assembly Bill 6310.
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Wall Street NY, Wall Street is bracing for a “monster listing mania.” After a multi-year drought in the IPO market, 2026 is shaping up to be the most significant year in tech history. Three of the world’s most valuable private companies—OpenAI, SpaceX, and Anthropic—have all signaled they are preparing to go public.
Continue reading The 2026 IPO Super-Cycle: OpenAI and SpaceX Prepare to Break Wall Street Records
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Waldwick NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 42-year-old JAN VINCENT B. AGAY of Waldwick, NJ, on the charge of theft by deception. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Deputy Chief Jeff Angermeyer.
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HACKENSACK, NJ — The halls of Hackensack High School were filled with more than just students on Tuesday night; they were filled with a community in mourning and a city demanding answers.
Hundreds of residents, educators, and alumni gathered for a sobering town hall to address a staggering $15+ million budget deficit that threatens to gut the district’s essential services.
