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Election Day Bomb Threats Deemed Not Credible, Voting Continues

11/4/2025

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Authorities reported a bomb threat at Somerville Elementary School in Ridgewood, New Jersey, and threats at polling locations on Election Day, but they deemed them not credible.
Law enforcement secured polling places in Bergen, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Passaic counties, with some relocated and others reopened.
Lt. Gov. Tahesha Way said voting will continue safely, with officials emphasizing protection for voters and poll workers during the election.

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Authorities reported a bomb threat at Somerville Elementary School in Ridgewood, New Jersey, and threats at polling locations on Election Day, but they deemed them not credible.
Law enforcement secured polling places in Bergen, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Passaic counties, with some relocated and others reopened.
Lt. Gov. Tahesha Way said voting will continue safely, with officials emphasizing protection for voters and poll workers during the election.