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Ridgewood’s First-Ever Porchfest Fills the Streets with Music and Community

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Ridgewood Hits a High Note with First-Ever Porchfest Event

photos courtesy of the Village of Ridgewood  and RHS Marching Band

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Ridgewood NJ, the streets of  the Village of Ridgewood, were alive with music this past weekend as the village celebrated its first-ever Porchfest. The new, family-friendly event transformed residential porches and public spaces into stages, showcasing local musical talent and bringing the community together for a day of good vibes and great tunes.

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Allendale Unveils New Centennial Mural, Featuring Local Landmarks and Student Art

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Allendale Unveils New Community Mural, Blending History with Local Art

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Allendale NJ, the borough of Allendale, New Jersey, officially unveiled its new Centennial Mural on September 20, marking the culmination of a multi-year, community-wide effort to honor its history. The vibrant new mural, located at 89 West Allendale Avenue, replaces a beloved 1994 mural that had faded over time.

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A Century of Service: Bergen County Celebrates a 100-Year-Old Veteran and Fellow POW

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Bergen County Honors World War II POWs on National Recognition Day

photos courtesy of Bergen County Executive James J. Tedesco

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Hackensack NJ, in a powerful ceremony on National Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Recognition Day, Bergen County paid tribute to two local heroes who endured the unimaginable hardships of being World War II Prisoners of War. The event, held in Hackensack, honored Harold Friedeman, a 100-year-old veteran, and posthumously recognized Staff Sgt. Frank S. Demeraski, a Purple Heart recipient.

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Cracking Down on Dirt Bikes: Washington Township Police Announce “Zero-Tolerance” Policy

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Washington Township Police Launch “Zero-Tolerance” Crackdown on Illegal Dirt Bikes

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Twp. of Washington  NJ, The Township of Washington Police Department has observed a growing trend of illegal electric and gas-powered dirt bikes on public roads. In response, the department is implementing a new “zero-tolerance” policy to address the issue, warning residents that they will face severe consequences for non-compliance.

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Game Nights in Ridgewood

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Imagine a nice cozy evening in Ridgewood, lamp light bouncing off cafe windows, and neighbors gathering at tables covered with colorful tiles, chessboards, or deck of cards. That’s the magic of game nights, where classic favorites like mahjong, chess, bridge, and Scrabble forge bonds that go far beyond the final move.

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Ridgewood Entrepreneurs Step Into the Digital Economy

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Ridgewood’s business community has always found ways to adapt, from family-owned shops passing down traditions to new startups popping up on neighbourhood corners. But now, many of these same entrepreneurs are looking toward something less tangible: the digital economy. Crypto payments, online collaborations, and blockchain-driven communities are starting to catch their attention, not as distant experiments but as real opportunities to grow.

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Protest vs. Ordinance: Why Teaneck Police Issued Summonses During a Statewide Rally

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Teaneck Police Issue Summonses During Protest, Citing Violations of New Ordinance

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Teaneck NJ, a statewide rally intended to create a “living chain of resistance” took a complicated turn in Teaneck, New Jersey, when two demonstrators received summonses for violating the township’s new special events ordinance. The incident highlights the growing tension between the right to protest and local regulations designed to manage public gatherings.

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Your Uber Eats Order Might Soon Fly to Your Door, Literally

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Uber Is Bringing Back Drone Delivery: Here’s What to Know

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Ridgewood NJ, your next meal from Uber Eats might not arrive by car, but by air. Uber Technologies has announced a new plan to re-enter the drone delivery market through a strategic partnership with Flytrex, a drone operator based in Tel Aviv. The service is set to launch in test markets later this year, signaling a major move into the future of food delivery.

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Evolution of Slot Machines or Journey from Liberty Bell to Virtual Reality

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Slot machines have come a long way since their humble beginnings in the late 19th century. These games of chance have evolved from simple mechanical devices to complex digital systems that offer immersive sessions. Today millions of people around the globe enjoy spinning the reels, whether in traditional gambling hubs or on their mobile devices. 

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Online Casinos and the Shift Toward Cashless Play

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Gambling has always changed as time has gone on. Before, people used coins, chips, and paper money to make their wagers. Things are completely different now. As online casinos become more popular, real money is progressively vanishing from the gaming scene. Players now use digital payments to send money fast and safely instead. 

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Judge Orders Pro-Palestinian Activist Deported for Green Card Fraud

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New York NY,  a Louisiana immigration judge ordered the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University pro-Palestinian activist, to Algeria or Syria on September 12, 2025, for deliberately hiding key details on his green card application. The ruling, part of the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration sweep, exposes Khalil’s attempt to dodge U.S. laws. With Bergen County’s immigrant communities on edge, this case signals a no-nonsense approach to illegal activity. Here’s the explosive story shaking NJ in 2025!

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Ridgewood’s Game-Changing Veterans Field Lights

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photos courtesy of the Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark

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Ridgewood NJ, on September 14, 2025, Ridgewood, NJ, lit up Veterans Field with dazzling new LED lights, marking the inaugural baseball and softball games under a state-of-the-art system. The Ridgewood Baseball and Softball Association (RBSA) and Village officials celebrated this milestone, a $235,000 project that transforms Bergen County’s youth sports scene. With eco-friendly technology and reduced glare, these lights are a home run for athletes and the community. Here’s why this is Ridgewood’s biggest win of 2025!

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Antifa Branded Terrorist Organization in Major Crackdown!

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Washington DC, on September 17, 2025, President Donald Trump stunned the nation by designating the far-left Antifa movement a “major terrorist organization,” vowing to crush its influence in a fiery Truth Social post. From Bergen County to Utah, this bold action follows the assassination of conservative icon Charlie Kirk, with Trump targeting Antifa’s funders and signaling a broader war on radical left groups.

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Fed’s Cuts Quarter Point, Signals Two More Rates Cuts by Year End

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New York NY,  the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point to 4.00%-4.25% amid rising unemployment fears and sticky inflation. In an 11-1 vote, the FOMC hinted at two more cuts by year-end, prioritizing a cooling job market over persistent price pressures. Continue reading Fed’s Cuts Quarter Point, Signals Two More Rates Cuts by Year End

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Nevis Trust: A Legal Fortress

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In an era where cross-border litigation, aggressive taxation, and unpredictable political shifts have become part of the financial landscape, safeguarding wealth is no longer a question of vanity but of survival.

Unlike traditional estate planning vehicles that merely organize succession, a Nevis trust is engineered to repel outside threats. Rooted in a robust common law framework and fortified by decades of specialized legislation, it offers one of the most impenetrable shields available to global investors.

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