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HACKENSACK, NJ — The newly seated Hackensack City Council, led by Mayor Caseen Gaines, is taking action to undo three controversial tax abatement agreements approved by the previous administration in the weeks between the May election and the council’s transition into office.
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Trenton NJ — Just when you thought living in the Garden State couldn’t get any more expensive, Governor Phil Murphy’s administration is proving you wrong.
According to NJBIA Chief Deputy Government Affairs Officer Ray Cantor, the Murphy-run Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is about to drop another “affordability shoe” on residents and businesses alike with its updated Resilient Environments and Landscapes rules. And don’t worry—these new regulations are just as overreaching and costly as you’d expect.
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WESTWOOD, NJ — A potentially disastrous Fourth of July evening in downtown Westwood was averted thanks to the swift and coordinated actions of local first responders and utility crews, according to Westwood Mayor Ray Arroyo.
photo courtesy of the Village Manager Keith Kazmark
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Restoration and bank stabilization efforts are now in full swing at Dunham Trail, a cherished 1.75-acre nature preserve along the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook, as Ridgewood Water works to protect critical infrastructure and enhance environmental safety.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a sweeping decision with national implications, the U.S. Supreme Court has given the green light for federal agencies to resume mass layoffs of government workers under President Donald Trump’s executive order, originally signed on February 11, 2025. The ruling lifts the largest remaining legal block on the administration’s controversial plan for massive federal workforce reductions, also known as Reductions in Force (RIFs).
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Ridgewood NJ, as Americans celebrate Independence Day, many are reflecting on the nation’s founding ideals—and whether the United States today truly lives up to them. According to a recent Rasmussen Reports national survey, only 36% of American adults believe that the Founding Fathers would consider the United States a success if they returned today. In contrast, 41% think the Founders would see modern America as a failure, with the rest unsure.
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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — With the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup fast approaching and MetLife Stadium in New Jersey set to host eight major matches, including the final on July 19, nearly 100 civil rights organizations have issued a joint letter to FIFA urging the organization to address immigration and human rights concerns in the United States.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood’s Fourth of July celebration begins at 9:00 am and wraps up after 9:00 pm! Here’s a rundown of events:
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Celebrate America’s Birthday in Style at Ridgewood’s 115th Annual Fourth of July Festival!
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — If you’re looking for the ultimate Independence Day experience in North Jersey, Ridgewood’s Fourth of July Celebration should be at the top of your list, especially next year, when the city will be full of patriotic decor for 250th anniversary. Recognized as one of the region’s most extravagant and family-friendly July 4th events, Ridgewood’s celebration offers a full day of patriotic fun — complete with live music, carnival games, delicious food, and a spectacular fireworks show.
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Washington DC, in a significant ruling with far-reaching consequences, the U.S. Supreme Court has voted 6-3 to limit the ability of lower federal courts to issue nationwide injunctions—a move widely seen as a partial legal victory for President Donald Trump.
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LINDEN, NJ — In a united front against human trafficking, the New Jersey State Police Human Trafficking Unit, in collaboration with the Linden Police Department and Mantua Township Police Department, successfully participated in “Operation Coast to Coast”, a nationwide initiative focused on rescuing victims and dismantling trafficking networks.
Making your apartment feel like home can be fun, especially if you’re in a long-term rental. Renting allows you to showcase your personality through decor while keeping things flexible for future moves. Whether you are starting fresh or updating your current space, you have many ways to make your apartment uniquely yours.
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Ridgewood NJ, Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. From its Galveston, Texas origin in 1865, the observance of June 19th as the African American Emancipation Day .
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA — OpenAI has taken a major step in countering the global misuse of artificial intelligence. In its latest threat report, the company revealed that it disrupted 10 covert influence operations that used its generative AI tools, with at least four of them likely tied to the Chinese government.
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Ridgewood NJ, Father’s Day 2025 will be celebrated on Sunday, June 15, continuing a tradition that dates back more than a century. Though its origins are often overshadowed by the more rapidly embraced Mother’s Day, Father’s Day has a unique and meaningful backstory rooted in personal sacrifice, social activism, and a long road to national recognition.
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