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Rutgers President Acknowledges Research Funding Freeze Amid Federal Policy Changes

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New Jersey Scientists Protest as Federal Research Grants Face Uncertainty

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New Brunswick NJ, Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway confirmed in a recent campus-wide email that federal research funding is being blocked, leaving scientists and researchers across New Jersey in limbo. His statement follows growing concerns over the Trump administration’s executive order, which bars federal spending on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and has led to major funding cuts at agencies like the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

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‘Drain the Swamp’ Resonates with Voters but Protests Against Tesla Grow

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Paramus, NJ, tensions flared over the weekend as protesters gathered outside the Tesla dealership on Route 17, calling for change amid growing opposition to CEO Elon Musk’s political affiliations. The demonstration was part of a broader movement against Musk’s involvement in Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which has drawn sharp criticism from environmental and labor activists.

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NJ Transit Engineers Reject Federal Wage Proposal, Potential Strike Looms in March

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey commuters could face major disruptions this spring as the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) has rejected a settlement proposal in its ongoing wage dispute with NJ Transit. The decision paves the way for a possible train engineers’ strike as early as March 22, 2025.

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Newark Police Officer Killed, Another Injured in Shooting Involving 14-Year-Old Suspect

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Newark NJ,  a tragic shooting in Newark on Friday night claimed the life of 26-year-old Detective Joseph Azcona and left another officer wounded after a 14-year-old suspect opened fire during a police investigation.

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83-Year-Old Security Guard Sues Bergen County for Age and Disability Discrimination

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Park Ridge NJ, an 83-year-old security guard filed a lawsuit against Bergen County, claiming age and disability discrimination. Paul Fiorini said he was replaced by someone younger after he suffered nerve damage in a workplace accident.

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Hackensack Police Director Ray Guidetti Steps Down After Reforming Troubled Department

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Hackensack NJ, after two and a half years of leadership and reform, Hackensack Police Director Ray Guidetti has announced he will step down at the end of the month. Appointed in August 2022, Guidetti was tasked with overhauling a police department plagued by overtime abuses, internal turmoil, and declining arrests.

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North Korea’s Tourism Rollercoaster: Now You See It, Now You Don’t

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Ridgewood NJ, just weeks after rolling out the red carpet (or at least a mildly dusted-off welcome mat) for its first Western tourists in five years, North Korea has slammed the doors shut again. If you blinked, you missed it—because the Hermit Kingdom’s latest venture into hospitality has officially ended before it even began.

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Luxury Interior Design Studio ‘Eleven Oak Home’ Opening in Ridgewood This Spring

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Ridgewood NJ,  interior designer Kim Baker, a Ridgewood native, is set to bring her modern luxury design studio and boutique, Eleven Oak Home, to the heart of Ridgewood this spring.

Located at 11 Oak St., the highly anticipated studio is scheduled to open in early May, with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 6 at 5 p.m. The event will feature Mayor Paul Vagianos and members of the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce.

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Say Adiós to Cheap Margaritas: How Tariffs Could Shake Up Your Tequila Game

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Ridgewood NJ, summer is just around the corner, and you know what that means—patio season, frozen margaritas, and pretending you’re on a tropical vacation instead of sweating in your backyard. But if you’re a fan of tequila or mezcal, brace yourself: your favorite cocktail might soon cost you more. And worse? It might taste different too.

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Hockey, Tariffs, and the Almighty Dollar: How Trade Tensions Could Ice the NHL

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Ridgewood NJ, U.S.-Canada tariff tensions. With 25% of the NHL’s revenue coming from its Canadian teams, any economic shake-up could send the league into the penalty box.

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American Dream Mall Ordered to Pay $13M in PILOT Fees to Meadowlands Towns

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East Rutherford NJ, a Bergen County judge has ruled that American Dream Mall was fully open for business when it welcomed visitors in 2019, delivering a legal victory to Meadowlands municipalities seeking $13 million in unpaid payments-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT).

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“Shady” activities at Ridgewood Village Hall? What the heck?

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Ridgewood NJ, in response to allegations voiced by some residents during Wednesday night‘s Village Council meeting that Ridgewood officials are engaging in “shady“ activities related to the Schedler property’s future configuration/use, Village Manager Keith Kazmark cited his own definition of “shady.“

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23 Arrested in Massive North Jersey Drug Bust: Multi-Agency Investigation Leads to Seizures

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Lyndhurst NJ, following the NJ State police shutdown of a major drug mill  a second major narcotics investigation has led to the arrest of 23 individuals across multiple North Jersey towns, along with the seizure of drugs, firearms, ammunition, and hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash.

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The New Jersey State Police Spearhead Shutdown of Huge Lodi/Paterson Drug Mill

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Lodi NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Criminal Justice today announced a 53-count state grand jury indictment charging 20 people for their alleged roles in operating opioid mills in North Jersey.

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Trump’s First Joint Address to Congress: Approval Ratings Soar, But Divisions Remain

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Ridgewood NJ, President Donald Trump’s first joint address to Congress since returning to office was met with overwhelming approval, according to snap polls conducted by the very liberal CBS News, YouGov, and CNN.

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