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Ridgewood NJ, Unilever has unveiled plans to streamline its operations by separating its ice cream unit, which houses renowned brands like Ben & Jerry’s and Magnum, in a bid to sharpen its focus on core strengths.
Continue reading Unilever to cut 7,500 jobs and Spin off Ben & Jerry’s
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Ridgewood NJ, with Tax Day coming up on April 15 and 72% of Americans thinking their current tax rate is too high, WalletHub today released its report on the states with the Best & Worst Taxpayer Return on Investment in 2024, as well as expert commentary.
Continue reading WalletHub Study: New Jersey Is 2024’s State with the 9th Worst Taxpayer ROI
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Upper saddle River NJ, the Upper Saddle River Fire Department swiftly responded to Weiss Road following reports of a motor vehicle accident involving a fallen tree and entrapment. The incident occurred when a tree toppled onto a vehicle traveling east on Weiss Road, causing power lines to collapse onto the vehicle and trapping the driver inside. Teams from both the Upper Saddle River Fire Department and Mahwah Fire Department Rescue 1 collaborated to extricate the driver safely, once the power to the downed lines was secured. Additional support was provided by the Upper Saddle River Fire Department, Saddle River Fire Department, Upper Saddle River EMS, and Hatzola EMS.
Continue reading Driver Trapped After High Winds Knock Down Tree in Upper Saddle River
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Edison NJ, the assault and attempted carjacking at Patel Bros. at 1681 Oak Tree Road on March 15th at 1655 hours is currently under investigation. Anyone with information about this incident should contact Detective Chris Paone of the Edison Police Burglary Unit at 732-248-7413.
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Ridgewood NJ, in a ruling issued on Monday, Chief Judge Robert Shelby of the District of Utah found that the SEC’s legal representatives had deceived the court both during the application for a temporary restraining order (TRO) and subsequently when DEBT Box moved to dissolve the order. Judge Shelby emphasized that the order specifically addresses the TRO matter and not the underlying case.
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Bergenfield NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of ERNEST F. HOFMANN (DOB: 5/18/1929; widowed; carpenter) of 107 Spring Avenue, Bergenfield, NJ. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Acting Chief Matthew Finck and the Dumont Police Department under the direction of Chief Brian Joyce. Continue reading Bergenfield Man Charged in Dumont Hit-and-Run
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Crew Team hosted its annual Row-a-Thon this past Saturday, witnessing an exhilarating race between local police and firefighters, showcasing community spirit and athletic prowess.
Continue reading Ridgewood Crew Hosts Successful Annual Row-a-Thon Event
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Ridgewood NJ, New research suggests that athletes who engage in sports on artificial turf may be exposed to higher levels of toxic PFAS “forever chemicals” than before participating in the activity, adding to concerns about the safety of this widely used material.
Often, the roof of your house serves as the primary line of protection against the weather. Although it’s meant to last for decades, problems could occur and force expensive repairs or possibly jeopardize the structural stability of your house if regular upkeep isn’t given. With a regular inspection routine and some basic care, you can extend the life of your roof and protect your investment. This guide digs into the essential practices for homeowner roof maintenance, ensuring you understand every aspect of this vital home care regimen.
Continue reading What Every Homeowner Should Know About Roof Maintenance
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood firefighters used a truck mounted winch to assist in the Saturday morning, 03/16, rescue of an adult male who broke an ankle while hiking in the Irene Habernickel Family Park. The individual was conscious and alert when firefighters arrived on scene, but stranded on a trail located at the bottom of a steep incline. After being extricated from the trail, the victim was loaded into a waiting ambulance and transported to The Valley Hospital. No firefighters were injured during the rescue operation. Ridgewood Police also responded to the incident.
Continue reading Hiker Breaks Ankle at Irene Habernickel Family Park in Ridgewood
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Ridgewood NJ, Today marks Saint Patrick’s Day, or the Feast of Saint Patrick, a cultural and religious holiday celebrated every year on 17th March in Ireland and by Irish communities around the world. The celebration marks the anniversary of Saint Patrick’s death in the fifth century and represents the arrival of Christianity in the country. The Irish have observed this day as a holiday for over 1,000 years, and while the festival began as a religious feast day for the patron saint of Ireland, today it has become an international celebration of Irish culture.
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Newark NJ, as the season of Lent draws to a close, Catholics prepare to observe Holy Week to commemorate Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection. The nearly 1.3 million Catholics worshiping in the Archdiocese of Newark’s 212 parishes throughout Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union counties will mark the days leading to Easter Sunday on March 31 with a full range of liturgies — Mass, Stations of the Cross, prayer services, and more.
Continue reading Archdiocese of Newark Releases Holy Week Schedule
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Trenton NJ, a proposed constitutional amendment that attempts to establish that every person has a legal right to a clean environment could, in fact, block initiatives designed to improve the environment, such as offshore wind projects.
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Trenton NJ, State Senator Joe Pennacchio released his review of the administration’s report of the Covid pandemic and the State’s response. The report commissioned by Governor Murphy was compiled by the Law Firm of Montgomery McCracken at a cost of $9 million to the State’s taxpayers.
Continue reading New Study: Almost Every Government Intervention in Response to COVID Was Wrong
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Bergenfield NJ, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office announced on Friday evening that a 94-year-old Bergenfield resident, Ernest Hofmann, has been arrested in connection with the fatal Dumont hit-and-run incident that claimed the life of an Englewood school teacher on Thursday.
Continue reading Bergenfield man, 94, Charged Over Fatal Dumont Hit-and-Run
