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Washington DC, the Trump administration’s ongoing reduction of the federal workforce has led to another round of mass layoffs, with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) cutting nearly 25% of its 82,000 employees. This move is part of a broader effort to streamline government operations, with more than 55,000 federal workers dismissed this year—excluding 75,000 who accepted buyouts.
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Ridgewood NJ, SpaceX has launched the Fram2 mission, marking a groundbreaking milestone as the first-ever crewed spaceflight to orbit Earth over its poles.
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Hackensack NJ, as the May 13 municipal election approaches, Hackensack Mayor John Labrosse, his campaign manager Zonie LeSane, and his running mates face a defamation lawsuit filed by Hackensack Police Lt. Anthony DiPersia.
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Washington DC, Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has once again sparked national debate, revealing a stunning chart that claims millions of noncitizens have been issued Social Security numbers by the U.S. government.
Continue reading Elon Musk Unveils ‘Mind-Blowing’ Social Security Data on Noncitizens
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Franklin Lakes NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) today announced the launch of a high visibility enforcement effort to reduce distracted driving. The campaign, known as “Put the Phone Away or Pay,” runs from April 1 through April 30, and provides funding for law enforcement agencies throughout the state to bolster enforcement of laws prohibiting texting and other forms of distracted driving. In addition to these enforcement efforts, HTS has launched a public awareness campaign to educate drivers about the dangers and consequences of distracted driving.
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Hackensack NJ, two of New Jersey’s largest healthcare organizations, Hackensack Meridian Health and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, have reached a multi-year contract agreement, resolving a dispute that could have disrupted healthcare access for millions of residents.
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Anglers eager to get their lines in the water will have an abundance of fishing opportunities this spring when trout season opens at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 5, with more than 180,000 rainbow trout and larger broodstock available in waterways across New Jersey.
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Washington DC, Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has turned his attention to a pressing issue: how members of Congress have amassed enormous wealth despite earning base salaries of under $200,000 per year.
In today’s rapidly changing world, municipalities like Ridgewood, New Jersey, are faced with pressing challenges that demand innovative and sustainable solutions. From rising taxes to government overreach, local residents often find themselves burdened by policies that stifle growth and limit individual freedoms. However, there is an alternative path—one that champions the principles of free markets, limited government, and individual responsibility.
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Edison NJ, a federal grand jury in the District of New Jersey returned a two-count indictment against a New Jersey man for falsely stating on an application for naturalization that he had never been associated with a terrorist organization, U.S. Attorney John Giordano announced.
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Palisades Park NJ, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office has taken over the internal affairs investigations for the Palisades Park Police Department, raising concerns about oversight, political influence, and law enforcement accountability.
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Trenton NJ, the race for the New Jersey Republican gubernatorial primary is heating up, with top contenders Jack Ciattarelli and Bill Spadea seemingly competing over who can secure the most loyalty from President Donald Trump. Over the weekend, their rivalry reached a new level when both candidates met with Trump—yet only one openly publicized the encounter.
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Hoboken NJ , NJ TRANSIT announced that construction has begun on an interim bus terminal near Hoboken Terminal, ushering in the next phase of the Hoboken Connect mixed-use project that will dramatically transform the historic waterfront area into a vibrant space for customers and the public. The interim bus terminal is expected to be completed this summer and will allow for the rehabilitation of the current bus terminal.
Continue reading Hoboken Approves NJ Transit-LCOR Bus Terminal Redevelopment Project
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Ridgewood NJ, Preserving historic homes is crucial as many perfectly good historic houses are being demolished and replaced by modern McMansions. If you own a historic home, there are several steps you can take to ensure it remains protected for future generations.
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