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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — As the Village of Ridgewood awaits final environmental sign-offs to move forward with a controversial synthetic turf field at the historic Zabriskie-Schedler property, a powerful new challenge has emerged.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Ahead of the upcoming Ridgewood Board of Education meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM, school officials have released an essential progress update regarding the town’s athletic fields.
Because local sports teams, students, and community organizations rely heavily on these facilities, school leadership shared critical details on the cleanup, safety protocols, and timeline for both Stadium Field and Stevens Field.
Continue reading Good News for Ridgewood Sports: Stadium Field Could Reopen Within a Week
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — In a heartfelt tribute to the highly trained animals that transform lives daily, the Ridgewood Village Council officially proclaimed September 2026 as National Service Dog Month during Wednesday night’s council meeting.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Downtown Ridgewood was filled with vibrant energy and classic automotive craftsmanship as the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce hosted its 34th Annual Car Show in the heart of the Central Business District.
Continue reading Stunning Cars, Unforgettable Evening: Ridgewood Honors 9/11 at 34th Annual Car Show
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — History has repeated itself in the best way possible for local athletics. For the second consecutive year, the Ridgewood 14U softball team captured the Little League District, Sectional, and State Championships, cementing their status as top-tier competitors in New Jersey youth sports.
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Local transit infrastructure took a major step forward today as the newly upgraded bus station at Van Neste Square officially opened in Ridgewood’s Central Business District.
The temporary NJ Transit shelter has been removed, and temporary seating is currently in place while the village awaits the installation of permanent benches. The project was made possible by an NJDOT grant secured last year with support from Legislative District 40 representatives: Senator Kristin Corrado, Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips, and Assemblyman Al Barlas.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Village of Ridgewood gathered at Village Hall on September 11 at 8:45 AM for a solemn moment of silence, marking 25 years since the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Community members, local leaders, and first responders stood together in the courtyard to reflect, honor, and ensure that Ridgewood will always remember.
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NEW MILFORD, NJ — Ahead of the 25th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) announced a major federal action package aimed at strengthening security across North Jersey. Delivering over $5 million in clawed-back federal counterterrorism funding, the package provides critical resources, advanced equipment, and specialized training to local law enforcement across Bergen, Sussex, and Passaic Counties.
Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco joined Congressman Josh Gottheimer as he announced new federal actions to support anti-terror equipment for North Jersey first responders and highlighted important lessons from the 9/11 Commission Report as we approach 25 years since September 11th.
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MAHWAH, NJ — A high-stress situation at Ramapo College of New Jersey came to an end Thursday night after police determined that reports of a potential gunman on campus were completely unfounded.
Continue reading Police Clear Ramapo College After Unfounded Gunman Report Sparks Campus Lockdown
“An Unforgivable Betrayal”: Outrage Grows Over Demolition of Les Paul’s Historic Mahwah Sanctuary
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Mahwah NJ, The catastrophic leveling of music icon Les Paul’s historic estate and home recording studio in Mahwah, New Jersey, has sparked international outrage across the music and preservation communities.
Turning Loss into Hope: The 25-Year Legacy of Neil G. Shastri
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Midland Park NJ, On a bright Tuesday morning in September 2001, 25-year-old Neil G. Shastri was just starting a brand-new chapter of his life. Neil, who grew up in Ho-Ho-Kus , married only three months earlier to his college sweetheart, he had recently moved into a New York City apartment and was two weeks into his role as an IT consultant for Cantor Fitzgerald on the 103rd floor of the World Trade Center’s North Tower.
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Ridgewood NJ, The Village of Ridgewood has officially entered a transformative chapter in downtown management and economic revitalization with the launch of the Ridgewood Business Alliance (RBA). As one of Bergen County’s newest Special Improvement Districts (SIDs), the RBA brings dedicated funding, strategic vision, and data-driven management to protect and enhance Ridgewood’s premier commercial corridors.
Continue reading Ridgewood Launches Business Alliance to Transform Downtown Shopping & Dining
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Fort Lee NJ, A 31-year-old Palisades Park man faces multiple criminal and traffic charges following an incident during morning drop-off outside Fort Lee Elementary School No. 2 on Tuesday.
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Ridgewood NJ, Over a dozen large bags of crumb rubber were delivered to Ridgewood High School (RHS) today, signaling routine maintenance and surface upkeep for the campus athletic fields.
Continue reading Crumb Rubber at Ridgewood High School: Turf Infill & Safety Facts
Competitive gaming has become one of the busiest categories in US event contract trading. A single week produced $36.18 million in volume across 408 matches on one major exchange in June 2026, according to Esports Insider.
Prediction markets fall under the Commodity Futures Trading Commission rather than state gaming regulators, so several operate where online sportsbooks cannot. This roundup covers five platforms listing esports contracts and the limits worth knowing before registering.
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