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Passenger Car Strikes Two parked Vehicles in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, one (1) summons was issued by Ridgewood Police  in connection with a Saturday morning, 07/16, crash that damaged three (3) vehicles, when a moving passenger car struck two (2) parked vehicles in the 300 block of East Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood. Two (2) of the damaged vehicles were towed away by a flatbed. No injuries were reported. Distracted driving was said to have been responsible for the mishap.

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Historic Ridgewood House Tour this Sunday, December 8th, from 10 am to 4 pm

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Ridgewood NJ, please consider supporting The Ridgewood Historical Society and The Woman’s Club of Ridgewood by purchasing a ticket for the Historic House Tour this Sunday, December 8th, from 10 am to 4 pm. Seven exquisite historic homes -decked out in holiday splendor -will be featured on this very special tour to commemorate the 125th Anniversary of The Village of Ridgewood. History buffs and design aficionados will be captivated by the historical elements and grandeur of these beautiful Ridgewood homes. Tickets can be purchased at Mango Jam, Town & Country Apothecary, Goffle Brook Farm & Garden Center, and Backyard Living or online www.RidgewoodHistoricalSociety.org  

For more information contact VORHouseTour@gmail.com or call 201-851-3262

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RIDGEWOOD RESIDENT SURVEY – DEADLINE TO COMPLETE IS NOVEMBER 30, 2019

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Ridgewood NJ, The Village is conducting a resident survey to give us insight as to residents’ thoughts about different aspects of the Village and its services.  The link to the survey is:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NTGSSP5. Please take a few moments to fill out the survey, which will assist the Village in determining what areas can be improved upon and what services or other aspects of Village life are important to you.  The deadline to complete the survey is November 30, 2019.

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Ridgewood Council Defers on Parking Meter Rate Increase

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Ridgewood NJ, The village council Wednesday night backed away from a series of parking rate hikes that are needed to fund the Hudson Street Parking garage. The council declined to introduce an ordinance that would raise on- and off-street hourly parking to $1.25 from $0.75 starting January 1st, 2020. Parking rate revenues are meant to fund both the currently under construction Hudson Street Garage and the village’s new smart parking meter program. Council members have been at odds for weeks about how many quarters visitors should pony up to park in the central business district.

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High Winds and Rain Down Power Lines in Ridgewood and Glen Rock

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Ridgewood NJ, Rain, and high winds left some in the Village and nearby areas without power. In Ridgewood storm damage on South Irving Street left dozens of residents in the area were without power for approximately 8 hours overnight due to a downed municipal tree. Fortunately, no injuries were reported and property damage appeared to have been minimal.

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Let’s Talk About Faith & Real Life with Adolescents

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Ridgewood NJ, Parents and all adults who work with youth have an opportunity to talk with and walk with young people to connect faith and life. Youth today are making big decisions about their lives, who to be with, where they are going, and how they will prepare for their future.

Young people in our parishes need someone to accompany them; they need faith companions. Parents of adolescents deserve support and tools for making the faith connection
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As Jesus walked with the disciples on the road to Emmaus, we can accompany youth, listen to their questions, witness to faith, lead them to encounter Jesus, and empower them for mission. Join us for this workshop to share the skills we can use to help our young people build on their faith as they journey through life.

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GOLD STAR MOTHER’S DAY – SEPTEMBER 29

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Ridgewood NJ, Gold Star Mother’s Day will be celebrated by the American Legion Post # 53 at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square at dusk this evening Sunday, September 29, 2019.   Join residents to celebrate the courageous mothers of those who protect us by volunteering to serve in our military.

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Ridgewood Chamber Of Commerce 19th Annual Farmer’s Market Extended to November 17th

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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Farmer’s market date has been extended to November 17th. Come out and enjoy the fall harvest of fruits and vegetables, baked goods(pies), cheese and olives for football fun and jams for holiday gifts.

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Driver Sufferers Serious Medical Emergency in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, A Friday afternoon, 09/20, crash in the 100 block of West Glen Avenue, Ridgewood may have occurred just after the driver experienced a serious medical episode. Ridgewood Police, Ridgewood Fire Department, and Ridgewood EMS personnel worked jointly to free the injured driver from his wrecked work van, which had left the roadway and crashed into a lightly wooded area. A paramedic team from The Valley Hospital assisted Ridgewood EMS with patient care. The damaged van was towed from the scene. A traffic control sign was also damaged in the incident.

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Ridgewood Library Renovation: The Best-laid Plans of Mice and Men

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by Steve Kim

Ridgewood NJ, If you want more details on how the Library renovation discussion has evolved over time… past Library Board minute excerpts:

* Minute excerpts from 2015…
Reissue of Architectural Schematics RFP Ms. Greene reported:
Ms. Greene recapped that in late summer 2014 the Library issued an RFP for architectural schematics and received proposals from three architects. At the October 2014 meeting, the Board authorized the use of up to $70,000 from Library reserve funds to select an architect.

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Ridgewood Police ,Fire and EMS Respond to Chain Reaction Crash on Linwood Avenue

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Ridgewood NJ, An early Monday afternoon, 09/15, three (3) vehicle chain reaction crash at the intersection of Linwood Avenue and North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood sent two (2) individuals to the hospital by ambulance, with a third victim refusing medical attention beyond an on-scene evaluation. Ridgewood Police Department, Ridgewood Fire Department, and Ridgewood EMS responded to aid the victims, as did a paramedic team from The Valley Hospital. Two (2) tow trucks were required to remove wreckage from the scene. The crash may have been related to a medical episode experienced by one (1) of the drivers involved.

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Ridgewood Public Library : Explore Renovation Concept, Library Trends and Funding

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SAT, SEPT 21  10-11AM | ALL RESIDENTS WELCOME

Ridgewood NJ, Nancy Greene and Lorri Steinbacher share slide-talk, tour and coffee as we explore renovation concept, library trends and funding plan. NJ State Grant application is underway for 2020 funds.
For more info or registration, please click here or email reimaginerpl@ridgewoodlibrary.org.

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BID Notice – Tree Planting at Various Locations in Village of Ridgewood

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Informal proposals will be received by the Village of Ridgewood, in the Village Hall Level Three Conference Room, 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, New Jersey 07450, on Friday, September 27, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. prevailing time, and then publicly opened and read aloud for the following project

“Tree Planting Various Locations,

In the Village of Ridgewood”.

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GOLD STAR MOTHER’S DAY – SEPTEMBER 29

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Ridgewood NJ, Gold Star Mother’s Day will be celebrated by the American Legion Post # 53 at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square at dusk on Sunday, September 29, 2019.  Please note this corrected date.  Join us to celebrate the courageous mothers of those who protect us by volunteering to serve in our military.

Gold Star Mothers Day, will be celebrated at Van Neste Park Ridgewood and will be commemorated with the placing and display of luminaries in Van Neste Park beginning at 7 p.m. The event is open to all to attend.