the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Trenton NJ, Senator Steven Oroho (R-24) and Senator Declan O’Scanlon (R-13) have introduced legislation to form a special legislative committee with subpoena power to investigate massive proposed premium increases for the health plans that cover state government, local government, and school employees.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Trenton NJ, Senate Republican Leader Steven Oroho said the Murphy administration’s confirmation that school districts will be penalized for not teaching controversial new sex education standards ie… “child grooming” directly undercuts Governor Murphy’s assertions that parents and local school boards control what’s taught in their classrooms.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Trenton NJ, Senator Declan O’Scanlon highlighted the delayed and failed tax relief in the FY 2023 State Budget that Governor Phil Murphy signed, including a payroll tax increase that takes effect tomorrow, ANCHOR rebates that won’t be delivered until 2023, and child tax credits that won’t help parents until 2024, and tax bracket creep that remains unaddressed.
Continue reading ANCHOR Property Tax Rebates Delayed Until 2023
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
New York NY, NY Penn Station has been the bane of commuters for as long as we can remember . Since the original Penn Stations destruction in the 1960s, the station has become something mythic, a sacrificial lamb to the cause of historic preservation. Unfortunately for commuters the current Penn Station leaves much to be desired it is and had been a dump for generations . New York Governor Kathy Hochul with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy are not the first politicians to step in and attempt to fix the current mess but hopefully the time is right and commuters could see some relief .
Understand Your Strengths
Get Educated
Be Professional
Ask Questions
Manage Your Expectations
Make Use of Networking at Events
Familiarize Yourself With the Jargon
Understand the Legal Aspect
Job Search
Chase Those Career Goals Today
With the legalization of recreational weed in New Jersey and other states country-wide, you might be considering a career change. When you know how to get into the cannabis industry, you can focus on getting that dream job in your chosen field. Interested?
Continue reading 9 Tips for Starting Your Career in the Legal Cannabis Industry
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Trenton NJ, the Republican members of the Senate Budget & Appropriations Committee called on Governor Phil Murphy and legislative leaders to commit to expanding tax relief in light of the Administration admitting to a total of more than $9 billion of tax overcollections in the current year and almost $7.8 billion more in revenue available for the upcoming budget year than projected just two months ago.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Fort Lee NJ, Four men were charged today for their roles in a scheme to steal catalytic converters from vehicles in New Jersey and transport the stolen goods to New York, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.
Continue reading Four Men Arrested for Interstate Catalytic Converter Thefts
photo courtesy of Heather Darling
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, motorists are facing another day of record high gas prices in Bergen County and the rest of the tri-state area . Soaring prices are stretching people’s budgets, compounded by inflation driving up prices on things like food and clothing. Nationwide, the average price of gasoline surged overnight another five cents to $4.37 a gallon.
While mainstream media outlets are focused on other current events, eateries in the United States are facing their biggest struggle. On March 24, 2022, US President Joe Biden went public to warn of “real food shortages.” Biden contributes the food shortages to the “Russian invasion,” but some people believe there were warning signs before Russia invaded Ukraine. Whatever the case may be, small American diners, cafes, dairy bars, and cafeterias are reporting eggs, cheese, beef, and other food shortages.
Continue reading Impact Of Food Shortages On American Restaurants
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Twp. of Washington NJ, according to Twp of Washington Police there is an overall rise in catalytic converter thefts around New Jersey. The Ridgewood blog has frequently reported how widespread this crime is in Bergen County . Catalytic converters are sought after because they are sold to scrap yards for several hundred dollars per piece, for the valuable metals (platinum, rhodium, and palladium) inside of them.
Continue reading Twp of Washington Police there is an overall rise in catalytic converter thefts around New Jersey
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Franklin Lakes NJ, Christie’s International Real Estate Northern New Jersey, is proud to announce that the firm recently represented the sale of the highest-value single-family home in Franklin Lakes for the past 2 years+*. Notably, both the sellers and the buyers were represented by agents of Christie’s Northern New Jersey. The brokerage is proudly ranked #1 for home sales priced $1MM+ in Northwest Bergen County year to date and for 2021** The property located at 820 Atterbury Lane sold for a record $5,200,000 in just 5 months.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Saddle River NJ, Was Will Smith having a mental breakdown when he assaulted Chris Rock at the Oscars on Sunday night? Was he on drugs?
I’ve heard both theories—and more. But Denzel Washington has the one Smith likes best because it takes the blame off him.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Hackensack NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of JOZEF KISZKA (DOB: 02/16/1980; single; employed as a purchasing supervisor) of 63 Darrow Street, South River, NJ on stolen property and theft charges. This arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love.
Continue reading Man Arrested for Purchasing Stolen Catalytic Converters in Bergen
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Trenton NJ, as families across our nation suffer due to rising gas prices resulting from the war in Ukraine, a resolution by Senator Ed Durr (R-3) urging American energy independence was blocked during today’s Senate session by the Democratic majority.
Continue reading Democrats Block Senator Durr’s Resolution Urging American Energy Independence
