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Newly Announced IRS Tax Brackets Could Affect How Much Income You Keep Newly Announced IRS Tax Brackets Could Affect How Much Income You Keep Newly Announced IRS Tax Brackets Could Affect How Much Income You Keep
Newly Announced IRS Tax Brackets Could Affect How Much Income You Keep The IRS updated key numbers that could change how much of your income goes toward federal taxes. The adjustments apply to tax year 2027, generally covering returns filed in 2028, according to IRS Revenue Procedure 2026-35. They include higher income thresholds for tax brackets, larger standard deductions, and increased limits for several family tax credits. The seven federal income tax rates remain unchanged. What shifts is how much taxable income falls within each bracket. The standard deduction rises to $33,200 for married couples filing jointly, up $1,000. Single taxpayers and married p…

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by Joe Lombardi

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Black Bear Spotted In Paramus Neighborhood, Police Warn Residents Black Bear Spotted In Paramus Neighborhood, Police Warn Residents Black Bear Spotted In Paramus Neighborhood, Police Warn Residents
Black Bear Spotted In Paramus Neighborhood, Police Warn Residents A black bear was spotted in a Paramus neighborhood Saturday morning, Nov. 7, prompting police to warn residents to keep their distance. The bear was seen near Morningside Road and Mason Place, according to a borough alert issued around 10:20 a.m. Authorities described the bear as non-aggressive but urged residents not to approach it. Anyone who spots the bear is asked to contact the Paramus Police Department.

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by Cecilia Levine
Yonkers, NY
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James Nolan Refuses To Concede 260-Vote Loss James Nolan Refuses To Concede 260-Vote Loss James Nolan Refuses To Concede 260-Vote Loss
James Nolan Refuses To Concede 260-Vote Loss The only Republican on the Westchester County Board of Legislators is refusing to concede his reelection race after trailing by just 260 votes, claiming the election was stolen following widespread voting machine failures. James Nolan, who represents portions of Yonkers, Bronxville, and Eastchester, issued a statement Saturday, Nov. 7, after three days of ballot counting left him behind Democratic challenger Kisha D. Skipper. According to updated unofficial results from the Westchester County Board of Elections, Skipper received 10,646 votes, or 50.58 percent, compared with Nolan's 10,386 v…

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by Ben Crnic & Cecilia Levine
East Hampton, NY
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Snow Chances Emerge In These Locations As Blustery Weather Arrives Snow Chances Emerge In These Locations As Blustery Weather Arrives Snow Chances Emerge In These Locations As Blustery Weather Arrives
Snow Chances Emerge In These Locations As Blustery Weather Arrives A blustery turn in the Northeast’s weather could give some communities a wintry preview, with location and elevation determining whether it's rain or snow. The National Weather Service expects rain across eastern New York and neighboring western New England on Saturday, Nov. 7, into early Sunday, Nov. 8. According to its Albany forecast discussion, the heaviest shower activity is expected along and north of I-90. AccuWeather Those watching for snow should watch for separate windows. AccuWeather forecasts wet snow that could mix with rain Saturday night over the highest terrain of upstate…

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National Interest
Arlington Pipe Fitter With Wicked Deep Accent Is Logan Airport's New Voice Arlington Pipe Fitter With Wicked Deep Accent Is Logan Airport's New Voice Arlington Pipe Fitter With Wicked Deep Accent Is Logan Airport's New Voice
Arlington Pipe Fitter With Wicked Deep Accent Is Logan Airport's New Voice A Massachusetts pipe fitter with a voice made for radio and an accent that's wicked Boston is about to become the sound of one of New England's busiest airports. Chris Donisi, of Burlington, has won Boston Logan International Airport's "Voice of Logan" contest, earning the chance to record announcements that will play throughout its terminals. Click here to listen to Donisi recite the audition. And if you've ever wondered what a classic Boston accent sounds like in a deep baritone, Donisi might be your guy. The HVAC pipe fitter, who grew up in East Arlington, has been told he has a voice m…

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Elkridge, MD
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Wrong-Way Driver, Baltimore Motorist Killed In Early-Morning I-95 Crash In Maryland: Police Wrong-Way Driver, Baltimore Motorist Killed In Early-Morning I-95 Crash In Maryland: Police Wrong-Way Driver, Baltimore Motorist Killed In Early-Morning I-95 Crash In Maryland: Police
Wrong-Way Driver, Baltimore Motorist Killed In Early-Morning I-95 Crash In Maryland: Police A wrong-way driver and another motorist were killed in an early-morning crash on I-95 in Maryland, where investigators believe alcohol and speed may have played a role, state police said. Taleb Ait Zakariae, 37, of Rosedale, and Timothy Summerville Jr., 47, of Baltimore, were both pronounced dead at the scene of the crash in Howard County on Saturday, Nov. 7, according to Maryland State Police. Troopers from the Waterloo Barrack were called to the northbound lanes of I-95 near mile marker 44 in Elkridge shortly before 4:30 a.m. following reports of a two-vehicle crash. Investigators determ…

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by Zak Failla
New Canaan, CT
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VIDEO: New Canaan Parking Mishap Sends Pickup Onto Sidewalk, Damages 5 Vehicles, Cops Say VIDEO: New Canaan Parking Mishap Sends Pickup Onto Sidewalk, Damages 5 Vehicles, Cops Say VIDEO: New Canaan Parking Mishap Sends Pickup Onto Sidewalk, Damages 5 Vehicles, Cops Say
Video: New Canaan Parking Mishap Sends Pickup Onto Sidewalk, Damages 5 Vehicles, Cops Say A driver backing out of a parking space in a Fairfield County downtown set off a chain-reaction crash that damaged five vehicles and sent one onto the sidewalk, police said. The crash happened near 35 Elm St. around 4:10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, New Canaan Police Lt. Marc DeFelice said. Video shared by the New Canaan Moms 2.0 Facebook group shows a black Toyota pickup truck sitting parallel to the curb, partly on the sidewalk, with its hood raised as emergency vehicles flash their lights nearby. The driver backed into a parked vehicle, pushing it into a third parked car, which was forced onto …

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by Cecilia Levine
Manchester-Lakehurst, NJ
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Tractor-Trailer Plows 50 Feet Into Woods At Busy Manchester Intersection, Police Say Tractor-Trailer Plows 50 Feet Into Woods At Busy Manchester Intersection, Police Say Tractor-Trailer Plows 50 Feet Into Woods At Busy Manchester Intersection, Police Say
Tractor-Trailer Plows 50 Feet Into Woods At Busy Manchester Intersection, Police Say A tractor-trailer skidded off a busy Ocean County highway and crashed 50 feet into the woods, striking multiple trees and shutting down part of a major intersection for two hours, authorities said. The crash happened at Route 70 and County Route 539 in Manchester Township around 9:20 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6, Manchester Township police said. The driver, 27, of Camden, was heading east on Route 70 when he saw the traffic light at Route 539 turn yellow, police said. The driver slammed on his brakes, causing the truck to skid toward the intersection, according to police. He managed to partial…

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by Cecilia Levine
Harrisburg, PA
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DOJ Sues Penn State Over Tuition Policy As Out-Of-State Costs Top $71K DOJ Sues Penn State Over Tuition Policy As Out-Of-State Costs Top $71K DOJ Sues Penn State Over Tuition Policy As Out-Of-State Costs Top $71K
DOJ Sues Penn State Over Tuition Policy As Out-Of-State Costs Top $71K The federal government is suing Penn State University, accusing the Pennsylvania school of illegally offering reduced tuition rates to undocumented immigrants while charging some American citizens more than $71,000 annually in tuition and related costs. The U.S. Department of Justice filed the 14-page lawsuit against Pennsylvania State University and its Board of Trustees on Thursday, Nov. 5, challenging a policy that allows certain undocumented students living in Pennsylvania to qualify for in-state tuition. Federal prosecutors argue the policy violates federal law because U.S. citizens li…

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by Jillian Pikora
Lower Merion-Narberth, PA
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Jet Fuel Spill In Upper Merion Quarry: Residents Warned Of Odor As Crews Monitor Benzene Jet Fuel Spill In Upper Merion Quarry: Residents Warned Of Odor As Crews Monitor Benzene Jet Fuel Spill In Upper Merion Quarry: Residents Warned Of Odor As Crews Monitor Benzene
Jet Fuel Spill In Upper Merion Quarry: Residents Warned Of Odor As Crews Monitor Benzene Approximately 60,000 gallons of jet fuel spilled from an underground pipeline in Montgomery County after a drilling crew struck it, prompting a shelter-in-place order, road closures, and a massive hazardous materials response, authorities said. Residents near the spill in Upper Merion Township may continue smelling fuel as weather conditions change, but air monitoring has not detected contaminants above health-based safety levels, according to an update issued by township police at 10:27 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6. The spill happened near East Fourth Street (River Road) and Coates Street on Thursd…

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by Jillian Pikora

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Hartford, CT
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Big Savings, Exclusive Gifts Highlight New Bath & Body Works Advent Calendar Big Savings, Exclusive Gifts Highlight New Bath & Body Works Advent Calendar Big Savings, Exclusive Gifts Highlight New Bath & Body Works Advent Calendar
Big Savings, Exclusive Gifts Highlight New Bath & Body Works Advent Calendar Bath & Body Works is getting into the Christmas spirit with a new Advent calendar packed with popular holiday fragrances and exclusive gifts. The retailer is launching its limited-edition Feel the Wonder Advent Calendar in stores nationwide and on the company's website on Monday, Nov. 16. The $50 gift set includes 12 products worth more than $115, with seven items available exclusively in the calendar. The collection features a mix of body care products, home fragrances, and holiday accessories. "We know our consumers love discovering hidden gems and collectible products within ou…

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by Chris Spiker
Bethesda, MD
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Fires, Damaged Property Sparks Recall Impacting Popular Bluetooth Speakers Fires, Damaged Property Sparks Recall Impacting Popular Bluetooth Speakers Fires, Damaged Property Sparks Recall Impacting Popular Bluetooth Speakers
Fires, Damaged Property Sparks Recall Impacting Popular Bluetooth Speakers More than 670,000 batteries used in portable Bluetooth speakers are being recalled after reports of fires and property damage. Bose issued the recall for lithium-ion battery packs used in its S1 Pro and S1 Pro+ portable Bluetooth speakers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 5. About 634,759 batteries were sold in the US, while another 35,400 were sold in Canada. The recall affects Bose S1 Pro System Battery Packs and S1 Pro+ System Battery Packs sold with the speakers or separately as accessories and replacement parts. The batteries can overheat and igni…

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by Chris Spiker
Bethesda, MD
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600 Fire, Explosion Reports Spark Urgent Warning For Popular Portable Chargers 600 Fire, Explosion Reports Spark Urgent Warning For Popular Portable Chargers 600 Fire, Explosion Reports Spark Urgent Warning For Popular Portable Chargers
600 Fire, Explosion Reports Spark Urgent Warning For Popular Portable Chargers Federal regulators are urging people to stop using more than 200,000 portable chargers because they can catch fire or explode. The urgent warning affects about 210,000 HAIARA W5 PRO power banks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 5. The devices have lithium batteries that can explode and ignite, posing serious fire and burn hazards. The warning comes after Amazon seller Mitrytech agreed to recall about 11,000 HAIARA power banks in late October. The CPSC has received 600 reports of fires, explosions, and other overheating incidents, including&nb…

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by Chris Spiker
Hartford, CT
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Wendy's Upgrading Popular Menu Items In Major Turnaround Plan: See What May Change Wendy's Upgrading Popular Menu Items In Major Turnaround Plan: See What May Change Wendy's Upgrading Popular Menu Items In Major Turnaround Plan: See What May Change
Wendy's Upgrading Popular Menu Items In Major Turnaround Plan: See What May Change Wendy's is planning major changes to its menu as the struggling fast-food chain tries to win back customers. The Dublin, Ohio-based company announced a new turnaround strategy called "Dave's Way" during its third-quarter earnings report on Thursday, Nov. 5. The sweeping plan includes improving popular menu items, removing less popular foods, and allowing some restaurants to stop serving breakfast. Wendy's is already testing several changes, including thicker and crispier bacon, creamier Frostys, and whole-leaf lettuce on sandwiches, Restaurant Dive reported. The chain is also work…

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by Chris Spiker
Bethesda, MD
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Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer
Dozens Of Burns Linked To Recalled Air Fryers Sold At Major Retailer Nearly 176,000 air fryer ovens are being recalled after dozens of people suffered burns when the appliances' doors unexpectedly closed. Gourmia recalled about 175,951 digital air fryer ovens, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 5. The ovens' spring-loaded glass doors can suddenly close when bumped, potentially burning someone removing hot food. The recall covers Gourmia 9-Slice Digital Air Fryer Ovens with model number GTF7530 and UPC 810002862779. The stainless steel appliances have two glass French doors with metal handles. Gourmia, which is based in B…

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National Interest

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Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking
Holiday Fraud Alert: What Shoppers Should Check Before Clicking Holiday bargains can come with a hidden cost, and scammers are counting on the seasonal rush to keep shoppers from looking closely. The FBI and Better Business Bureau warn that fraudulent offers, urgent messages, and convincing impersonators can put money and personal information at risk. The FBI says non-payment and non-delivery scams caused more than $503 million in reported losses in 2025. Those figures cover the full year, not just holiday shopping. In non-delivery scams, buyers pay for merchandise that never arrives. Non-payment scams target sellers who ship goods but never receive pa…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Money Secrets Revealed: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners Money Secrets Revealed: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners Money Secrets Revealed: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners
Money Secrets Revealed: What Americans Keep Quiet From Partners Some money matters never make it into the conversation, even between people who share their lives. A new survey reveals which financial secrets Americans are keeping quiet. A Talker Research survey of 2,000 Americans found that 59 percent reported keeping a financial secret from others. TD Bank US commissioned the study. A bad credit score topped the list at 21 percent, followed by significant credit card debt at 16 percent. The findings cover secrets hidden from others generally, while 11 percent specifically reported a bank account their partner did not know about. Meanwhile, 30 percent …

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Hackers Target Refrigerators: What To Know Now As Federal Agencies Sound Alarm Hackers Target Refrigerators: What To Know Now As Federal Agencies Sound Alarm Hackers Target Refrigerators: What To Know Now As Federal Agencies Sound Alarm
Hackers Target Refrigerators: What To Know Now As Federal Agencies Sound Alarm Hackers are targeting refrigeration systems, prompting a federal warning about threats that could extend far beyond computer screens. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, FBI, and three other federal departments issued a joint warning on Thursday, Nov. 5, urging organizations to secure industrial refrigeration and cold-chain monitoring systems. The warning concerns equipment that protects temperature-sensitive products in grocery stores, cold-storage facilities, and other critical infrastructure. Attackers worldwide are exploiting weaknesses in electronic temperature and c…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Fox News Host Outlines Scenario That Could Shut GOP Out Of White House: Watch Fox News Host Outlines Scenario That Could Shut GOP Out Of White House: Watch Fox News Host Outlines Scenario That Could Shut GOP Out Of White House: Watch
Fox News Host Outlines Scenario That Could Shut GOP Out Of White House: Watch Fox News host Jesse Watters is warning that Republicans’ midterm losses could have consequences far beyond the next Congress. Speaking on “Jesse Watters Primetime” on Thursday, Nov. 5, Watters focused on Texas as he assessed Democrats’ victories in his Fox News monologue. “They seize Texas and are on pace for the biggest midterm landslide since Watergate,” Watters said. “Now, if Texas stays blue, a Republican will never sniff the White House ever again.” Indeed. Adding Texas' 40 Electoral College points to Democratic mainstay states California (54) and New York (28) would make it very diff…

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by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
Google Ad Impostors Put Accounts At Risk: What To Check Google Ad Impostors Put Accounts At Risk: What To Check Google Ad Impostors Put Accounts At Risk: What To Check
Google Ad Impostors Put Accounts At Risk: What To Check The first result in your Google search could put more than your time at risk. Scammers buy search advertisements that impersonate legitimate businesses and steer users toward convincing fake websites, according to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center. Those pages can capture passwords and financial information, giving criminals access to victims’ accounts. The tactic exploits a familiar habit: searching for a company’s name and clicking a prominent result without checking where it leads. A recognizable logo or familiar business name doesn't prove a website belongs to that company. Cri…

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Hartford, CT
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These Northeast Restaurants Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says These Northeast Restaurants Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says These Northeast Restaurants Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says
These Northeast Restaurants Ranked Among Nation's Best For 2026, OpenTable Says Some of the nation's best restaurants are right here in the Northeast, according to a new nationwide list based on millions of customer reviews. OpenTable released its Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 on Wednesday, Nov. 4, recognizing popular dining destinations in 21 states and Washington, DC. The list was compiled using more than 11 million reviews from verified diners and restaurant booking data. California led the nation with 19 restaurants, while at least 18 restaurants nationwide earned spots on the list for four consecutive years. "Diners have no shortage of places they …

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by Chris Spiker
Frederick, MD
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Friendly Stray Cat With Distinct Eyes May Have Exposed Frederick Residents To Rabies: Officials Friendly Stray Cat With Distinct Eyes May Have Exposed Frederick Residents To Rabies: Officials Friendly Stray Cat With Distinct Eyes May Have Exposed Frederick Residents To Rabies: Officials
Friendly Stray Cat With Distinct Eyes May Have Exposed Frederick Residents To Rabies: Officials A seemingly harmless encounter with a friendly stray cat in Maryland may have carried a deadly risk, health officials are warning. The cat, which officials say had bright green eyes, tested positive for rabies, and now health officials are urging anyone who may have come into contact with the feline to come forward. The stray, described as a small adult male with black fur and scattered white hairs, was found near Coppermine and Whiskey Springs roads in the Woodsboro area of Frederick County, health officials announced on Friday, Nov. 6. What makes the warning particularly concerning is th…

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by Zak Failla
Hartford, CT
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Amtrak Plans To Allow Guns On Trains, Union Blasts Policy As 'Sheer Lunacy' Amtrak Plans To Allow Guns On Trains, Union Blasts Policy As 'Sheer Lunacy' Amtrak Plans To Allow Guns On Trains, Union Blasts Policy As 'Sheer Lunacy'
Amtrak Plans To Allow Guns On Trains, Union Blasts Policy As 'Sheer Lunacy' Rail union leaders are sharply criticizing Amtrak's plan to let passengers bring guns into train cars under a controversial new policy. The Transport Workers Union (TWU) said the new policy is scheduled to take effect in January 2027, allowing passengers to carry guns in locked cases on about 1,500 additional trains daily nationwide. The change would include Amtrak's busy Northeast Corridor, which carries about 750,000 passengers daily on routes between Boston, New York City, and Washington, DC. The TWU, which represents 360 Amtrak onboard service workers, warned that the policy c…

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by Chris Spiker
Mamaroneck, NY
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$86.7M I-95 Overhaul In Westchester Nearly Complete: Here's What Project Entailed $86.7M I-95 Overhaul In Westchester Nearly Complete: Here's What Project Entailed $86.7M I-95 Overhaul In Westchester Nearly Complete: Here's What Project Entailed
$86.7M I-95 Overhaul In Westchester Nearly Complete: Here's What Project Entailed Drivers traveling along one of Westchester County's busiest highways can expect a smoother ride now that major roadwork on a nearly five-mile stretch of I-95 has wrapped up, state officials announced.  The $86.7 million improvement project on Interstate 95 between Exit 15 in Pelham Manor and Exit 18A in Mamaroneck is now substantially complete, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday, Nov. 5. The project covered around 30 lane miles of highway in both directions, along a corridor used by roughly 120,000 vehicles every day, officials said. In addition to resurfacing the roadwa…

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by Ben Crnic
Mahwah-Ramsey, NJ
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Democrats Flip Council Seats In 12 Bergen County Towns, End 19-Year GOP Run In One Democrats Flip Council Seats In 12 Bergen County Towns, End 19-Year GOP Run In One Democrats Flip Council Seats In 12 Bergen County Towns, End 19-Year GOP Run In One
Democrats Flip Council Seats In 12 Bergen County Towns, End 19-Year GOP Run In One Democrats flipped Republican-held council seats in 12 Bergen County towns in the Tuesday, Nov. 3 election, ending nearly 20 years of exclusive Republican control in one borough, while a Republican mayor trailed her Democratic challenger by just seven votes in one of the county's closest races. Updated unofficial election results show Democrats winning council seats previously held by Republicans in Carlstadt, Hillsdale, Westwood, Elmwood Park, Hasbrouck Heights, Midland Park, Norwood, Oradell, Ramsey, Ridgefield, Waldwick, and Wallington. In Carlstadt, Democrats Dennis Ritchie and Walter Be…

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by Cecilia Levine