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New Jersey’s Crackdown on Car Thefts Continues: What Ridgewood Residents Should Know

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Car theft has emerged as a pressing concern across New Jersey, with suburban communities like Ridgewood and surrounding Bergen County experiencing a notable uptick in incidents. 

While overall crime rates have declined in the state, the sophistication and boldness of auto theft operations have intensified, posing significant challenges for residents and law enforcement alike. Understanding the evolving tactics of car thieves, the legal ramifications of auto theft, and the preventive measures available are crucial for community safety and awareness.

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April Inflation Cools Slightly: CPI Rises 0.2% as Food Prices Dip

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WASHINGTON DC, inflation came in slightly lower than expected in April 2025, offering cautious optimism for consumers and policymakers alike. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) rose 0.2% on a seasonally adjusted basis in April, following a 0.1% decrease in March.

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Ridgewood Community School Model: Discrimination, Exclusion, and Indoctrination

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Schools officials are tryin’ to strike a cord with Village residents by celebrating their Vision 2030 plans; however, the sounds across the village are of records scratching not the melodies of the Board’s allegedly lip synched hit song.

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Ridgewood Fire Department Hosts Electric Vehicle Safety Training for First Responders

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Ridgewood NJ , as electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly common on our roads, the Ridgewood Fire Department took a proactive step to ensure local first responders are prepared. The department recently hosted a comprehensive two-part Electric Vehicle First Responder Awareness Course designed to enhance emergency response capabilities for incidents involving hybrid and electric vehicles.

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Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce Presents Spring Fashion Show Fundraiser at Felina’s Grand Ballroom

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Ridgewood NJ, get ready for an unforgettable evening of style, community, and giving back! The Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce invites you to its highly anticipated Spring Fashion Show, showcasing stunning looks from Ridgewood’s top boutiques.

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Fisher Sightings in New Jersey Spark Wildlife Research into Rare Mammal’s Return

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Northwest New Jersey — A woodland predator once thought extinct in the state is quietly making a comeback. The fisher, a member of the weasel family, is being closely tracked by the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife as part of a multiyear research project aimed at understanding its return and migration patterns.

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U.S. Tariff Revenue Hits Record $16.3 Billion in April as Trump’s Trade Policies Take Effect

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Port Newark NJ,  U.S. tariff collections surged to a record high in April, with customs duties hitting $16.3 billion for the month, according to data released Monday by the Treasury Department. The spike reflects the growing impact of President Donald Trump’s new trade tariffs, including the 10% across-the-board levy on imports that went into effect on April 2.

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House Republicans Push to Raise SALT Deduction Cap in Trump’s New Tax Plan

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Ridgewood NJ, as Congress debates President Donald Trump’s proposed tax and spending package, House Republicans are making a renewed push to raise the limit on the state and local tax (SALT) deduction, a move that could significantly impact taxpayers in high-tax states like New Jersey, New York, California, and Illinois.

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Ridgewood Crew Scores 11 Medals, Qualifies Record-High Eight Boats for Youth Nationals at Mid-Atlantic Championships

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West Windsor NJ, Ridgewood Crew set a new high-water mark for the 21-year-old program this past weekend at the 2025 Mid-Atlantic Youth Championships, as a record-high eight boats and 19 rowers earned automatic bids for the USRowing Youth National Championships, to be held in Sarasota, Florida next month. The Mid-Atlantic regatta is one of 12 regional meets nationwide, and only the top four finalists in select races on Sunday qualified for Youth Nationals.

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New Jersey Ranks 8th in the US for Imports From China

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Newark NJ, the U.S. and China have just agreed to suspend most tariffs on each other’s goods for 90 days, following months of escalating trade tensions. However, the question remains: which U.S. states and sectors are most exposed to this kind of volatility?

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Hamas to Release American-Israeli Hostage Edan Alexander Ahead of Trump’s Middle East Visit

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Tenafly NJ, Hamas will release Edan Alexander, the last known surviving American-Israeli hostage held in Gaza, according to a senior official from the militant Palestinian group who spoke to Reuters on Sunday.

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New Jersey Route 17: A Historic Artery Driving Bergen County’s Progress

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New Jersey Route 17: The Lifeline of Bergen County

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey Route 17, a critical north-south corridor, weaves through the heart of Bergen County, shaping the region’s transportation network and economic vitality. Far more than just a busy highway, Route 17 is a historic and strategic artery that has grown with the communities it serves—connecting towns, businesses, and thousands of daily commuters across northeastern New Jersey.

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Most Common Pallet Sizes in the Grocery Industry

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The grocery industry uses standard pallet sizes. This helps with handling, storage, and transporting products in the supply chain. Many pallet sizes vary by region, but some have become standard for grocery use. According to Repackify research – there are about two billion pallets in use today, about 80% of these are standard 48×40 wooden pallets.

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Kindergarten Goes K9: Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Wows Ho-Ho-Kus Students with Safety and Police Demo

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Kindergarteners at Ho-Ho-Kus School Get a Paws-itively Amazing Lesson in Police Work

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, today was anything but ordinary for the kindergarteners at Ho-Ho-Kus School—it was paws-itively amazing!

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SUV Crashes Onto Railroad Tracks in Wyckoff After Wrong Turn

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Wyckoff NJ, a routine Saturday night took a dramatic turn in Wyckoff, New Jersey when a white SUV accidentally veered off Goffle Road southbound and landed on a set of New York Susquehanna & Western railroad tracks, before sliding down a short embankment.

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