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Roof Replacement 101: Everything You Need to Know Before Starting

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Every roof eventually reaches the end of its useful life, no matter how well it’s maintained. At Class Roofing, we help homeowners recognize when that time has come and guide them through the roof replacement process with confidence. Replacing a roof is a major investment—but it’s one that protects your home, your family, and your future.

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From Caveman to Titanium: A Brief History of Dental Implant Innovation

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The need to replace missing teeth isn’t new. Long before modern dentistry, people have searched for ways to restore their smiles, improve their bite, and preserve the structure of their faces. While today’s dental implant is a marvel of technology and biology, it has deep historical roots—reaching back thousands of years.

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Over Two Dozen NJ Towns Sue State Over Court Ordered “Affordable Housing Mandates”

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Montvale NJ,  a coalition of over two dozen New Jersey towns is ramping up its fight against the state’s controversial forced over development “affordable housing” mandates, taking their case to federal court in an effort to halt the wave of rapid development sweeping through suburban communities.

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CORRECTION: Ridgewood Residents Express Concerns Over Kazmark’s Past and Leadership Style

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Hi James, 

I’m reaching out to request a correction to the article you published today concerning Keith Kazmark’s past.

In the piece, you mischaracterize Ron Arnau’s tenure on the town council and as municipal chair of the Woodland Park Democrats. To clarify: Ron’s service did not overlap with Mr. Kazmark’s. Ron was appointed to fill Tracy Kallert’s seat on the council, and any quotes attributed to him in the article were not made in reference to Mr. Kazmark or his tenure in Woodland Park politics.

We respect and support your commitment to producing free and independent local journalism. However, we ask that reporting remain accurate. As it stands, the article misrepresents both Ron’s statements and the political history of Woodland Park. We would greatly appreciate a correction.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

In solidarity,
Kenna Srivastava
Campaign Manager, Arnau for Assembly

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NJ Transit Withdraws Contract Offer to Engineers as Strike Threat Looms in Mid-May

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Ridgewood NJ, tensions are rising between NJ Transit and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) after NJ Transit officially rescinded its contract offer, resetting negotiations amid an ongoing labor dispute now entering its fifth year.

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How to Extend the Life of Your HVAC System Through Preventive Maintenance

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Homeowners depend on their HVAC systems more than they realize—whether it’s for cozy warmth during winter’s chill or refreshing coolness during a sweltering summer. Yet, while HVAC systems work hard behind the scenes, they are often taken for granted until something goes wrong. Preventive maintenance is the key to ensuring your system continues running efficiently and reliably for years to come.

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Can You Get a DUI in a Self-Driving Car? What the Law Says as of 2024

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Ridgewood NJ, as self-driving technology advances, many people wonder: Can you get a DUI in a self-driving car? The answer is yes—at least for now, depending on the technology level and the laws in your state.

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New Jersey Innovation and Technology Alliance Warns Governor to Avoid Regulatory Proposals that could Undermine Innovation

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Hackensack NJ,  the New Jersey Innovation and Technology Alliance sent a letter to Governor Murphy and state lawmakers, urging them to support AI startups and avoid regulatory proposals that could undermine innovation and push growth elsewhere.

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Mahwah Man, Ex-NYPD Sergeant, Sentenced for Helping Chinese Government Stalk Family in U.S.

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Mahwah NJ, a former NYPD sergeant turned private investigator from Mahwah has been sentenced to prison for helping representatives of the Chinese government stalk and intimidate a family living in the United States, according to federal prosecutors.

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Is New Jersey’s Cardinal Joseph Tobin a Contender for the Next Pope?

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Newark NJ, a 2023-24 Pew Research Center study revealed that 33% of adults in New Jersey identify as Catholic, while 59% practice a Christian denomination overall. This marks a steady decline from past years: in 2014, 67% of New Jersey adults identified as Christian (34% Catholic), and in 2007, 76% identified as Christian with 42% Catholic.

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“No One Is Above the Law”: AG Bondi Slams Judges Arrested for Aiding Undocumented Immigrants

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Washington DC, two judges—one current, one former—are facing serious federal charges after allegedly helping undocumented immigrants evade law enforcement. In a major development that has sparked debate nationwide, Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan and former New Mexico Magistrate Judge Joel Cano were arrested Friday on charges related to obstruction of justice and evidence tampering.

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Mental Health Report Delays Progress in 2020 Dumont Stabbing Case

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Dumont NJ, the 2020 murder case involving Jeffrey Daniels, accused of fatally stabbing 36-year-old Michelle Boccellari Burns, remains on hold as the court awaits a critical report on Daniels’ mental state during his police interrogation.

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Foreign-born, minority Ridgewood resident targeted for “vocal” opposition to tax increase – Is a phone call to ICE next?

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark called out a foreign born, minority homeowner by name during Wednesday night’s Village Council meeting. He defended his public release of the projected tax increase on the individual’s private home with this comment: “[Resident’s name] was one of the most vocal people in this case in the last few days.”

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14th Annual Susan Zabransky Hughes Memorial 5K Set for April 26 in Saddle River

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Saddle River NJ, the 14th annual Susan Zabransky Hughes Memorial 5K Run/Walk will take place on Saturday, April 26, from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., beginning and ending at Zion Lutheran Church, located at 90 E. Allendale Road.

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