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Love in the USA: Study reveals 2.5 million married New Jersey couples are blissfully happy

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  • 74% of New Jersey couples are happy in their marriages.
  • However, West Virginia couples are the happiest (90%).
  • Infographic showing the % of happy marriages in each state.

Ridgewood NJ, movies and fairytales tend to teach us that once those wedding bells have run, it’s happily ever after for the couple. However, it turns out that it’s not just a fantasy – according to a survey commissioned by Mixbook and carried out by QuestionPro, 88% of married couples in Minnesots reported being blissfully happy in their relationships.

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Update on NJ Attorney General Takeover of Paterson Police Department

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Paterson NJ, Under the leadership of Interim Officer-in-Charge Major Frederick Fife, the team of law enforcement professionals announced last week, in collaboration with key members of the Paterson Police Department, have been reviewing, evaluating and analyzing information, procedures, policies, equipment, staffing, and the overall operations of the Paterson Police Department. Another critical effort includes assessing and improving the communication between the department and the public. This diagnostic process is labor intensive and will be of an ongoing nature over the upcoming weeks and months.

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Examining the Growing Popularity of Vaping: A Comprehensive Review

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As more and more people turn to vaping as an alternative way to consume nicotine, we must take a critical look at its growing popularity. Vaping has become one of the most talked-about topics in both the medical and general communities alike, with a polarizing opinion on its safety and efficacy. It’s no secret that the industry is booming, and there has been an influx of products hitting the market. Also, vaping has become a mainstay in the culture of many social circles, especially among adolescents and young adults. Here are some of the issues that we should consider when evaluating vaping and its potential impact.

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The Debate Over Cage-Free vs. Free-Range Eggs: What You Need to Know

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Eggs are a staple food in many households around the world, but have you ever stopped to consider where your eggs come from and how the chickens that lay them are treated? The debate over cage-free vs. free-range eggs has been a topic of discussion among consumers, farmers, and animal welfare advocates for years. While both options offer alternatives to traditional cage confinement, there are distinct differences between the two.

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Bergen County Director of Public Safety Communications Leaves to Serve on the New Jersey State Parole Board

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Hackensack NJ, for the last eight and a half years, Ridgewood’s Frank Delvecchio has served an important role in my administration as Director of Public Safety Communications at the County’s 9-1-1 communications center in Mahwah. In his tenure, Frank spearheaded a number of significant projects critical to law enforcement, our first responders, and Bergen County’s public safety apparatus at large varying from the implementation of technology upgrade to facilitating the growth of municipal shared service contracts for dispatch and 9-1-1 service for the County.

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Top Interesting Things You Should Know About Water Treatment

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One of the most important processes in our lives is water treatment. Without it, we would not have access to clean and safe drinking water. From city-wide systems to small-scale home treatments, there are a number of ways that water can be treated for use. Here are four interesting facts about water treatment that you may not know.

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Judge Hands Individual Charged With Seven Separate Lewd Acts Directed Towards Female Bus Operators a One Year Suspension From NJ Transit Services

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Newark NJ, Superior Court Judge has granted NJ TRANSIT’s request to suspend for a period of one year the riding privileges of an individual who had been charged with at least seven separate lewd acts aboard NJ TRANSIT buses in the past two years.

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Top Activities To Do After Consuming Delta 8 Gummies

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The latest market news suggests development in cannabinoid products that enhance your euphoric experience. You have commonly heard of products altering your state of mind and sense that create a calming, relaxing feeling and offer a reflective experience. Not just for recreational activities but also for day-to-day purposes, cannabinoids have been said to increase concentration levels and provide better perspectives to achieve tasks. For example, for an author that is going through writer’s block or an artist who can’t understand their views and opinions, cannabinoids such as delta 8 or delta 9 THC have been said to increase consciousness that helps them work better. 

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NJ TRANSIT Implements Emergency Bus Service Rescue Plan for DeCamp Customers

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Rescue Plan Mitigates Impacts for Overwhelming Majority of Weekday DeCamp Customers including Bergen County 

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NJ TRANSIT has announced an emergency bus service plan to provide as many alternate transit options for weekday DeCamp bus customers as possible.  The plan includes extending four existing NJ TRANSIT bus routes that will accommodate approximately 85% of current weekday DeCamp customers. The remaining customers will largely be accommodated by leveraging existing bus, rail and light rail service, as well as local municipal bus shuttles in West Orange and Bloomfield. NJ TRANSIT is also launching a comprehensive informational campaign to assist DeCamp customers in identifying their available alternatives.

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Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin Presides at Golden Anniversary Mass

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Newark NJ, more than 100 couples celebrating 50 years of marriage — plus a few marking their 65th and 70th years together — will be honored by Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, at the Archdiocese of Newark’s annual Golden Anniversary Mass on Sunday, April 16, at 3 p.m. in Newark’s Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart.

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Cyclists/Drivers Relationships in New Jersey Among the Worst in the Country

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  • New Jersey cyclists rate their relationships with drivers at a lowly 6/10. 
  • Over half of cyclists admit to getting angry with drivers.
  • Interactive map showing cyclist/driver relationships across America.  

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Ridgewood NJ, American roads appear to be a hotbed of never-ending roadwars between cyclists and drivers, often shared with the masses on the likes of YouTube or other social media sites thanks to the innovation of dash-cam and helmet cameras.

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2023 Seasonal Employment Opportunities with Ridgewood Summer Day Camp and Graydon Pool

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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation is currently accepting applications for seasonal part-time positions with the Summer Day Camp as well as Graydon Pool.

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All NJMVC Facilities Will Be Closed Friday, April 7th for the State Holiday

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Lodi NJ,  All New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) facilities, including agencies, road test sites, and inspection stations, will be closed Friday, April 7, 2023, in observance of the state holiday.

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NJ Division of Highway Traffic Safety Remind Motorists – U Drive. U Text. U Pay

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Ridgewood 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 mitigate the menace of distracted driving. Between April 1 and the 30th, law enforcement officers will work together to enforce laws prohibiting texting and distracted driving.

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