Out-Of-Town Drivers Banned From Using Leonia As Shortcut To George Washington Bridge
Starting Monday, approximately 60 side streets will now be restricted to only Leonia residents during rush hour.
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Starting Monday, approximately 60 side streets will now be restricted to only Leonia residents during rush hour.
Beginning Monday, out-of-towners will no longer be able to drive through Leonia, New Jersey as a shortcut to get to the George Washington Bridge.
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New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
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