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The State of New Jersey Bans TikTok and Other High-risk Software and Services Due to Cyber Security Issues

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Trenton NJ,  Governor Phil Murphy today announced that the State of New Jersey has issued a cybersecurity directive to prohibit the use of high-risk software and services, including TikTok, on State provided or managed devices. The New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC), in collaboration with the Office of Information Technology (OIT), will maintain a list of technology vendors and software products and services that present an unacceptable level of cybersecurity risk to the State. The Directive will apply to all departments, agencies, commissions, boards, bodies, or other instrumentalities of the Executive Branch of New Jersey State Government.

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Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall that applies to over 320,000 SUVs built between the 2012 and 2020 model years

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Ridgewood NJ, Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall that applies to over 320,000 SUVs built between the 2012 and 2020 model years. The vehicles included in the campaign can stall while driving due to a fuel pump control unit-related problem caused by water building up in the spare tire well.

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Employment Picture Remained Steady

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Washington DC, yesterday the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported ,total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 223,000 in December, and the unemployment rate edged down to 3.5 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Notable job gains occurred in leisure and hospitality, health care, construction, and social assistance.

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What Ever Happened to the American Work Ethic?

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Ridgewood NJ, studies continually show that many Americans are being paid by the government not to work more than to be in a job. This is not only bad for the economy, but bad for people’s health, and happiness.  Employers have been saying that the work ethic is slipping with young workers. The WSJ poll results below seem to confirm that the younger generation puts less emphasis on work and excelling on the job than the boomer’s generation.

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The Ridgewood Lunar New Year Festival

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Asian American and Pacific Islander Alliance* invites you to celebrate the Year of the Rabbit. Enjoy delicious Asian foods, the lion dance, the fan dance, k-pop, and other wonderful live performances, plus fun activities and prizes for the entire family!

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36.5 MILLION ADULT AMERICANS PLAYED PICKLEBALL IN 2022 , EVEN SOME IN RIDGEWOOD

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Ridgewood NJ, the APP has unveiled the 2023 APP Pickleball Participation Report, a study conducted by YouGov on behalf of the APP that shows that pickleball, America’s fastest growing sport, has enjoyed even higher growth than previously thought in the 12 months from August 2021 to August 2022. The headline numbers include 14% of adult Americans (36.5 million people) playing pickleball at least once in that 12-month period; and 8.5 million people playing pickleball eight times or more in 2022. The rapid rise of pickleball also looks set to continue, with 45% of the 36.5 million total players saying they plan to play pickleball more often in the next six months than the previous six-month period.

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Former New Jersey Official Admits Defrauding the State Health Care Benefit Program Of More Than $4.5 Million

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Trenton NJ, The former manager of the New Jersey Traumatic Brain Injury Fund (TBI Fund) and one of his conspirators today admitted their roles in a long-running scheme to defraud the fund, a publicly funded health care benefit program, of more than $4.5 million, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

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Tenafly Women Killed in Crash Attempting to Elude Maryland State Police

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Tenafly NJ, the Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Office of the Attorney General has released new information on the fatal I-95 crash that killed a New Jersey woman driving erratically on I-95 in Cecil County who was pursued by Maryland State Police troopers for miles. Julie Clark was killed on I-95 in Maryland after crashing into a tree near an exit ramp.

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Nurses Scholarship Applications Available; Deadline is March 31

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Lodi NJ, the Bergen County American Legion and Auxiliary are pleased to announce that the 2023 scholarship application process is now open for The George F. Axt Memorial Fund Nurses Scholarship. The 2023 four individual awards will be $2,500 each.

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New Jersey Cannabis Advocate Named as Consultant to Build No-Cost Cannabis Technical Assistance Program

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Trenton NJ,  the New Jersey Business Action Center (NJBAC) has selected Jersey City attorney Jessica Gonzalez and her firm, Veridis Quo LLC, as its consultant to develop and launch the NJBAC Cannabis Technical Assistance Program and Training Academy.

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Crypto Scammer Sam Bankman-Fried Makes Bail

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Ridgewood NJ, Sam Bankman-Fried, the disgraced founder of failed cryptocurrency exchange FTX, pleaded not guilty to eight felony counts in New York yesterday, including conspiracy, fraud, and money laundering. After extradition from the Bahamas in December, he was released on a $250M bail bond secured against his parents’ California home, where he was court-ordered to stay. A trial is set for October.

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Why Online Game Reviews Are Important

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Online game reviews can help gamers determine which games are worth their time and money. A good review provides an in-depth look at the strengths and weaknesses of a game, as well as other important factors such as graphics, sound, story, and cost. 

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6 Useful Pieces Of Advice When Dealing With Mental Health Issues

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If you’re struggling with mental health issues, know that you’re not alone. Millions of people around the world deal with similar challenges on a daily basis. While it can be tough to manage your mental health, there are steps you can take to make things easier. Here are some pieces of advice from experts when dealing with mental health issues.

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Amazon Launches Drone Delivery Trials

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Ridgewood NJ, watch out porch pirates , Amazon has launched drone delivery trials in select locations in California and Texas. Customers in these areas will be able to order items to be delivered by drone in the usual way. The service has been in development since 2013. Amazon will launch a new aircraft design in 2024. Rules governing commercial drone flights are still strict, but Amazon is working to persuade regulators that its drones are capable of safe and reliable operation.

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Waldwick Drops Meters for On-street Parking Near Train Station and goes ParkMobile

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Waldwick NJ, beginning January 2, 2023, the paid on-street parking near the Waldwick train station will change from using physical meters to mobile payment. The Borough of Waldwick has contracted with ParkMobile for contactless parking payment. You will be able to pay via the ParkMobile app, by scanning a QR code on the signs, by texting “Park” 77223 or by calling 877-727-5304.

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