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Ridgewood Residents Sound Alarm Over Ordinance #4052 and Proposed Assisted Living Facility on North Maple Avenue

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It’s on August 5, not August 15 as published previously on the blog.  Should be a good turnout

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A controversial proposal is once again on the table as Ordinance #4052 returns to the Ridgewood Planning Board agenda for Tuesday night’s meeting. Local residents and preservation advocates are raising serious concerns about the potential impact of the ordinance, which could pave the way for a luxury, high-density, five-story assisted living facility on North Maple Avenue.

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Massive 3-Alarm Fire Erupts at Sunbelt Rentals in Totowa, NJ — Multiple Fire Departments Respond

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TOTOWA, NJ — A three-alarm fire broke out Saturday afternoon, August 3, at Sunbelt Rentals, an equipment rental facility located at 800 Riverview Drive, prompting a widespread emergency response from multiple local fire departments across Passaic County.

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Northern New Jersey Rattled by Magnitude 3.0 Earthquake — Tremors Felt Across NYC and Beyond

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ — A rare seismic event shook parts of northern New Jersey on Saturday night, August 2, when a magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck near Hasbrouck Heights, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The tremor, which occurred around 10:22 p.m., was shallow, making the shaking more widely felt throughout the region — including New York City, Westchester, and Rockland County in upstate New York.

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Ridgewood Guild Presents “Sholay” at Movies in the Park – August 6 at Van Neste Square

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Ridgewood NJ, get ready for a night under the stars! The Ridgewood Guild’s 16th annual Movies in the Park series continues with a special screening of the legendary Bollywood film “Sholay” on Wednesday, August 6 at 8:30 p.m. at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square in Ridgewood, NJ.

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SpaceX Successfully Launches Crew-11 Mission to the International Space Station

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FL — SpaceX launched its eleventh operational astronaut mission for NASA, known as Crew-11, on August 1, 2025, sending four astronauts on a six-month journey to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the Crew Dragon Endeavour.

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Saddle River to Unveil $2 Million Walsh Family Bridge and Nature Trails in Rindlaub Park

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SADDLE RIVER, NJ — A long-awaited addition to Rindlaub Park is finally ready for its public debut. The $2 million covered bridge and nature trail expansion will be formally unveiled at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 11, marking a significant milestone in Saddle River’s 20-year master plan.

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Fighting the Obesity Crisis: President Trump Revives Presidential Fitness Test to Promote Health and Youth Fitness in America

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Washington DC, In a bold move to tackle America’s growing health crisis, President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order revitalizing the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, with the goal of restoring health and fitness—especially among the nation’s youth. The order reintroduces the Presidential Fitness Test, once a staple of physical education in American schools, and launches renewed efforts to combat obesity and promote physical activity nationwide.

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Ford Bleeds Nearly $15 Billion on EVs Over Three Years — Is It Time to Rethink the Electric Dream?

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Detroit MI, in a blow to its electrification ambitions, Ford Motor Company has reported a projected $4.5 billion loss from its electric vehicle (EV) division in 2025 — up sharply from last year’s $3 billion estimate. Over the past three years, Ford has lost close to $15 billion on EVs, raising eyebrows across the auto industry and among investors.

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Summer Jobs Slowdown: U.S. Employment Growth Cools in July Amid Economic Uncertainty

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Ridgewood  NJ, The U.S. labor market showed clear signs of slowing in July 2025, with nonfarm payrolls rising by just 73,000 jobs, well below economists’ expectations of a 100,000 increase. The unemployment rate edged up slightly to 4.2% from 4.1%, signaling further softening in the job market, according to newly released government data.

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Studying Cellular Behavior Outside the Organism

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In vitro research involves studying cells outside their natural environment in controlled lab settings, offering valuable insights into cellular processes. This approach has revolutionized our understanding of biology, medicine, and biotechnology, enabling breakthroughs in treatments and the study of genetic disorders.

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Climate Change is Dead: EPA to Reconsider 2009 Endangerment Finding: Major Step Toward Energy Freedom and Regulatory Reform

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a sweeping move with far-reaching implications, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin has officially announced the agency’s intent to reconsider the 2009 Endangerment Finding, a foundational regulatory ruling that has shaped over a decade of climate policy in the United States.

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Senator Booker’s Bizarre Tweet Sparks Backlash: “The Hands That Feed Us” or Tone-Deaf Messaging?

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A recent tweet from U.S. Senator Cory Booker, affectionately (and sarcastically) known by some as “Spartacus,” is drawing sharp criticism—and confusion—across social media, including among residents right here in Ridgewood, where Booker has long enjoyed a loyal following.

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Honoring Cadet Neil Edara: Ridgewood Community Mourns a Hero and Celebrates a Life of Service

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Ridgewood Public Schools community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Cadet Neil Edara, a 2021 graduate of Ridgewood High School and a beloved U.S. Army ROTC Cadet. Neil passed away suddenly during training exercises at Fort Knox, serving his country with honor and commitment.

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Sydney Sweeney Sparks American Eagle’s Meme Stock Surge Amid Fall Denim Campaign Launch

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Actress Sydney Sweeney, best known for her roles in Euphoria and Anyone But You, has helped ignite a new wave of meme stock frenzy by partnering with American Eagle Outfitters for their fall 2025 campaign. The campaign announcement sent the retailer’s stock surging more than 4% on Thursday, following a sharp rise in premarket trading.

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Easily Create and Print Greeting Cards for Free

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In a world where technology often replaces traditional forms of communication, there’s still something uniquely special about receiving a greeting card. Whether it’s for a birthday, holiday, or simply to say thank you, greeting cards show thought, care, and personal effort. The good news is that you don’t need to buy expensive cards from the store anymore. You can easily create and print greeting cards for free right from your home with just a few tools and a little creativity. Here’s how!

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