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Common Core Standards, Alleged High Stakes Gambling Bust in Top Local Headlines

Missed any Fort Lee news this week? Your top local headlines are right here.

State Implements Educational Learning Standards through Common Core

State Chief Academic Officer talks to teachers and administrators about transitioning to the new Common Core State Standards.

Fort Lee Man Charged in Russian Mob-Linked Gambling Bust

High-stakes poker games allegedly involved celebrities, professional athletes and financial leaders.

State Report: High School Ranks High in College Preparation

The annual state school performance reports showed that Fort Lee ranks highly in indicators of college readiness among other schools with similar demographics.

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Police Honor Two Retiring from Department

Chief Thomas Ripoli and Captain Roy Bortolus were sent off with a ceremony in front of the department.

Arab Parents Work with BOE toward Language Classes and Better Communication

The Arab American Community Development Network hopes to propose Arabic language classes to the Board of Education, as well as work as a liaison between school officials and the Arab community.

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