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Columbia Bank’s Thirty-Fifth Annual Golf Classic Provides $100,000 of Support to Economic Development Nonprofit Invest Newark

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Columbia Bank Golf Classic Check Presentation to Invest Newark. Image Courtesy of Columbia Bank. Left to Right: Justin Jennings – EVP, Operations Officer Columbia Bank Sandra Brown-Evering – Commercial Loan Regional Mgr Columbia Bank Thomas J. Kemly – President & CEO Columbia Bank,  Marcus Randolph – President & CEO Invest Newark  Gregory Good – Chief Real Estate Officer Invest Newark Councilman Michael Silva, East Ward, Newark, NJ

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Fair Lawn NJ, Columbia Bank is proud to announce that its 35th Annual Golf Classic has  raised $100,000 to benefit a Newark economic developmental agency, Invest Newark. Invest Newark’s mission is to  propel the city’s strong economy, build diverse communities, and create opportunities for Newarkers, focusing on  advancing economic prosperity for all.  

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Wall Street’s Love Affair with the Love/affair Business is Over

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Ridgewood NJ, Bumble founder-CEO is out after an 82% decline in its share price from its 2021 IPO. Zoomers prefer IRL meetings, and Tinder is losing paying subscribers. Wall Street’s love affair with the love/affair business is over. A recent Axios/Generation Lab survey of college and graduate students across the United States revealed some interesting insights about young people’s attitudes toward dating apps:

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NJ TRANSIT LAUNCHES PILOT PROGRAM OF NEW TECHNOLOGY TO PROVIDE DIGITAL TRAVEL INFORMATION TO BUS CUSTOMERS

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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT is continuing its efforts to make public transit more accessible and responsive with the launch of a pilot program of NaviLens technology in New Brunswick.  The NaviLens technology uses special QR-style codes to enable customers to use their smart devices at NJ TRANSIT bus stops to get a host of service information and assistance in the palm of their hands. NaviLens integrates NJ TRANSIT data in real-time so customers can determine when the next bus will arrive at their location.  The technology also provides visually impaired customers with directional wayfinding and audio information.  The color coded QR-style codes can be read by devices 12 times farther away than traditional QR codes so visually impaired customers don’t need to know the exact placement of the signage at the bus stop.

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The Artistic Trio Exhibits Their Artwork at The Gallery at West Side Presbyterian Church in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, three friends who share a love of art – Lisa Hahn, Pat Smythe and Shantala Kaikini – have joined together to showcase their work at The Gallery at West Side Presbyterian Church for the month of November.

The women inspire each other when they get together to paint and share their projects when working solo. They are active members of the Arts Council of Glen Rock and Creative Bergen, a countywide arts nonprofit. Each was selected to participate in the Ridgewood Arts Foundation’s ARTober exhibition at The Stable in Ridgewood.

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Ridgewood Crew Closes Out the Fall Season with a Gold and Four Top Three Finishes at the Hidden River Chase

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Ridgewood Crew’s Tristan Riedel, Lucas Evers, Sam Scharfenberg, and Will Nasr (left to right) took home the gold in the Boys 1st Junior 4x race at the 2023 Hidden River Chase in Philadelphia, PA. (Photo courtesy of M. Evers) 

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Crew took home a gold medal to finish out its 2023 fall regatta season at the Hidden River Chase, a 4,150-meter head course race on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia. The meet, hosted by the Philadelphia Scholastic Rowing Association, was open to high school athletes from ninth through 12th grade, and attracted 217 entries from 28 clubs. 

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Spot Light On First Responders: Glen Rock Volunteer Ambulance Corps Youth Members Participated in a Tri County Youth Squad Invitational Event

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Glen Rock NJ, on Sunday October 29, 2023, Glen Rock Volunteer Ambulance Corps youth members, Colleen Martin and William Lee, participated in a Tri County Youth Squad Invitational Event held at the Chestnut Ridge Middle School in Rockland County. The full day event included morning lectures in preparation for an afternoon MCI (Mass Casualty Incident) drill for the youth. Youth and senior members from six squads located throughout Bergen, Orange, and Rockland counties were in attendance. The youth squad members were responsible for their actions from the dispatcher’s alert to the patient transfer. The event simulated a school building collapse with multiple patients as the result of a hurricane. Participating Glen Rock Volunteer Ambulance Corps senior member chaperones, Joannie Zanotti and Mark Ryan, participated in a senior squad only MCI drill in the morning and afternoon training sessions.

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FBI Director: US at High Risk of HAMAS-Inspired Terror Attacks

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Washington DC, nice to see the FBI focusing on the “bad guys” . FBI Director Christopher Wray warned Oct. 31 that the U.S. is at significant risk for a HAMAS-inspired homegrown violent extremist terrorist attack. The warning follows the Oct. 7 terrorist group’s attack on Israel. FBI intelligence analysts assessed that lone actors will be inspired by or react to the ongoing Middle East conflict. These individuals or small groups pose the most likely threat to Americans, especially Jewish, Muslim and Arab communities in the U.S. “The actions of HAMAS and its allies will serve as an inspiration the likes of which we haven’t seen since ISIS launched its so-called caliphate several years ago,” Wray told the U.S. Senate’s Homeland Security Committee during a recent hearing on worldwide threats. In just the past few weeks, multiple foreign terrorist organizations, including ISIS and al-Qa’ida, have called for attacks against Americans and the West. While the terrorism threat level has remained elevated throughout 2023, Wray said the Israel-HAMAS conflict has raised the threat of an attack against Americans in the U.S. to a “whole ‘nother level.” He noted that there’s no information indicating HAMAS’s intent or the group’s capability to attack the U.S. but said it’s a possibility that cannot be discounted.

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Woman 79, killed in Midday Fire in Wyckoff

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Wyckoff NJ, a tragic incident occurred in which a 79-year-old woman lost her life in a fire that consumed a home on Meer Avenue. Here are the key details:

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Legendary Drummer & Founding Member of THE DOORS John Densmore November 8th , 6pm at Bookends in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, THE DOORS: UNHINGED, NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHOR and legendary Doors drummer John Densmore offers a powerful exploration of the “greed gene”—that part of the human psyche that propels us toward the accumulation of more and more wealth, even at the expense of our principles, friendships, and the well-being of society. This is the gripping account of the legal battle to control The Doors’ artistic destiny. In it, Densmore looks at the conflict between his bandmates and him as they fought over the right to use The Doors’ name, revealing the ways in which this struggle mirrors and reflects a much larger societal issue: that no amount of money seems to be enough for even the wealthiest people.

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Understanding the Financial Aspects: Asset Management vs Property Management

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Are you trying to learn more about the real estate industry? If so, one of the debates you might come across is asset management vs property management.

While it’s easy to mix up these terms, you should know how to identify them for better results. This is because they play different roles and affect your real estate finances if you fail to understand them. Investors should be aware of the challenges of not hiring a property management company, which can lead to increased stress and potential financial losses.

So, how do you set them apart? Here’s a look at their key differences to get you started!

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5 Tips to Kick-Start Your Weight Loss Transformation

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Losing weight is a challenging endeavor. From snack temptations to those notorious plateaus that seem to happen along the way, any number of hurdles are bound to arise. Once all is said and done, though, hitting your target weight is an incredibly satisfying experience. Several methods can help you lose weight, keep it off, and reach your fitness goals, but some are more effective than others. Consider the following ways to help get your weight loss transformation off the ground. 

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USPS Christmas Shipping and Mailing Deadlines

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Ridgewood NJ, to assist customers with their preparations for the upcoming busy holiday shopping and shipping season, the U.S. Postal Service is providing 2023 holiday shipping and mailing deadlines. The information below covers domestic, international and military shipping destinations to allow for the timely delivery of cards, letters and packages by Dec. 25th.

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No Happy Ending: Tip from a Concerned Citizen Leads Rochelle Park Police Detectives to Prostitution Bust

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Ridgewood NJ, an undercover operation by Rochelle Park Police detectives has resulted in prostitution charges against the owner of a massage salon in the township and two employees. The operation was initiated based on a tip from a concerned citizen. Here are the key details:

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Composting Leaves is an Excellent Way to Recycle Organic Material and Create Nutrient-rich Compost for Your Garden

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Ridgewood NJ, composting leaves is an excellent way to recycle organic material and create nutrient-rich compost for your garden. Here are some techniques to help you effectively compost leaves:

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The Ridgewood Public Library Celebrates 100 years

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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Public Library celebrates 100 years, join Local History Librarian Sarah Kiefer and Village Historian Peggy Norris, as they take a look back at the Ridgewood Library’s history. Learn all about the group of volunteers who started the lending library, which led to the establishment of the George L. Pease Memorial Library in 1923. Light refreshments will be served at the lecture. No registration required. Any questions contact Sarah Kiefer at 201-670-5600 x2135 or [email protected]
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