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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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RIDGEWOOD CREW ACQUIRES OLYMPIC RACING SHELL USED BY ROMANIAN TEAM IN PARIS 2024

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Crew is proud to announce the acquisition of a racing shell with Olympic pedigree. The Filippi F52 4x – Carbon Aliante Wing Rigger was recently confirmed to have been used by the Romanian Federation during the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

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Ocean County Wild Fires: Time to Call Out the National Guard

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form the Hudson County GOP Chairman Jose Arango and Sussex County GOP Chairman Joseph Labarbera

Those suffering from the fire crisis in Ocean County are not at fault and should not bear the burden of the recovery. While Governor Murphy is on vacation, Ocean County is trying to contain a wildfire that threatens to reach the level of the Los Angeles tragedy. New Jerseyans of all types and stripes, and of all political backgrounds, must put aside our differences and unite to bring the full force of municipal, county, state, and civil society resources to fight the fire currently burning over 15,000 acres. At the time of this writing, over 5,000 residents have been ordered to evacuate, 25,000 homes have lost power, and as of Thursday evening the fire is only 50% contained. If more is not done – if firefighting resources are not rushed from the state and every other level, then the blaze may expand to threaten tens of thousands of acres and hundreds of thousands of New Jerseyans.

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Arrest Made in Ridgewood Home Burglary Amid Spike in Break-Ins Targeting Luxury Vehicles

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Ridgewood NJ,  in response to a troubling increase in residential and motor vehicle burglaries, Ridgewood Police have made a key arrest connected to recent break-ins targeting high-end vehicles. The suspect, Alquan Harris of East Orange, NJ, has been charged with second-degree burglary and attempted burglary of two homes on Mountain Avenue.

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Ridgewood Baseball and Softball Association Kicks Off Opening Day Parade and Family Fun Day April

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Ridgewood NJ,  mark your calendars! The Ridgewood Baseball and Softball Association (RBSA) is set to host its Opening Day Parade and Family Fun Day on Saturday, April 26 at Veterans Memorial Field, promising a full day of excitement, community spirit, and family-friendly entertainment.

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Short Sellers “Tesla Takedown” Movement Sparks Controversy Amid Stock Collapse and Wikipedia War

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Paramus NJ, in what’s quickly becoming one of the most polarizing stories in tech and finance, a growing grassroots-style movement calling itself “Tesla Takedown” has staged hundreds of protests across the U.S. in the past two months. While the group claims to be resisting Elon Musk’s political influence and perceived corporate overreach, a closer look reveals signs of a coordinated financial campaign with motives far beyond activism.

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Democrat Fundraising Platform ActBlue Faces Potential Terror-Financing Probe Amid Fraud Allegations

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Ridgewood NJ, ActBlue, the Democratic Party’s powerhouse online fundraising platform, is under scrutiny once again — this time facing calls for a federal investigation into potential terror-financing activities, alongside a deepening fraud probe.

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Palisades Park Police Lawsuit Settlements Top $3M: Political Interference, Promotions & Retaliation Claims at the Core

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More Police Lawsuits Settled in Palisades Park Amid Ongoing Turmoil

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Palisades Park NJ, the Borough Council has approved settlements for two more police officer lawsuits, pushing the 2025 total to four and increasing the town’s growing legal bill from internal police disputes. The two most recent cases, filed by Sgts. Marc Messing and Dennis Pavlik, centered around claims of political interference and retaliation that allegedly blocked their promotions.

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Sheraton Crossroads Hotel Demolition in Mahwah Postponed Until May 10

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Sheraton Crossroads Hotel Implosion Rescheduled to May 10

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Mahwah NJ,  the planned implosion of the iconic Sheraton Crossroads Hotel has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 a.m., township officials confirmed Monday.

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Ridgewood Council Proposes Military Flyover Despite Environmental and Wildlife Concerns

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Ridgewood NJ, at last night’s meeting, Ridgewood’s Village Council stunned residents by endorsing Councilman Evan Weitz’s proposal for a military flyover to celebrate the Fourth of July. Council members Pam Perron and Siobhan Winograd citing excitement over the spectacle. With unanimous support from the Council and Village Manager, the financial and environmental costs of the flyover are completely out of sync with the community’s values.

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US to Phase Out all Petroleum-based Synthetic Dyes from the Nation’s Food Supply

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Washington DC, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced a series of new measures to phase out all petroleum-based synthetic dyes from the nation’s food supply—a significant milestone in the administration’s broader initiative to Make America Healthy Again.

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What are the Types of Online Casino Fraud and How to Prevent Them?

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The online casino industry is ever-increasing due to the convenience and ease of play it offers to users. In fact, as a casino gamer, you are able to enjoy casino games from the comfort of your home or on the go. 

However, the issue arises when there is online fraud. For instance, there are many fraudsters online who want to take away your money and your personal data. Hence, if you do not approach the games carefully, you might end up facing different types of dangers.

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Fort Lee Parents and Students Demand Action After High School Stabbing Incident

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Community Outcry Grows Over School Safety After Stabbing at Fort Lee High School

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Fort Lee NJ, Two weeks after a violent stabbing incident on April 8 left a Fort Lee High School student critically injured, parents and students packed the Board of Education meeting to demand accountability and immediate action. The tragedy has sparked an ongoing debate about student safety, school culture, and the district’s responsibility to restore order and trust.

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U.S. Manufacturing Boom: Major Companies Including Apple, TSMC, Chobani & More Announce Billions in Investments

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America’s Manufacturing Resurgence: Global Brands Betting Big on U.S. Expansion

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Ridgewood NJ, As trade tensions with China show signs of easing, the U.S. is witnessing a wave of domestic manufacturing investments from some of the world’s largest corporations. From pharmaceuticals and tech to dairy and automobiles, companies are not only reshoring production but also creating thousands of American jobs in the process.

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On Earth Day, Ridgewood Residents Face Toxic Betrayal and Rising Water Costs

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A Betrayal Hidden Beneath Our Feet

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Ridgewood NJ,  Yesterday marked Earth Day, a time to celebrate and protect the environment. But what if, right here in Ridgewood, our own community is facing an environmental crisis—one not caused by nature, but by decisions made by public officials entrusted to safeguard us?

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