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Dumont Police Search for Flasher

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Dumont NJ, according to the Dumont Police Department on Tuesday at approximately 11:40am an indecent exposure occurred in our CVS parking lot located at 50 West Madison Avenue. Suspect vehicle is described as a newer model White Audi driven by a white male in his mid to late 20’s wearing a beige trench coat.
Suspect played loud music to get the attention of two High School females at which time he exposed himself.
Anyone with any information is asked to call the Dumont Police Department at 201-387-5000.

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Ridgewood High School Alumni Association Names 2020 Distinguished Alumni

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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood High School Alumni Association is pleased to announce our 2020 Distinguished Alumni Inductees. Please join us in congratulating Ali Stroker (2005), Deborah Thomas (1971) & Thomas Hawkins (1942).

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Ridgewood Recycling: Batteries, Aerosols, and other Combustibles can Cause Fires at Recycling Plants

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Ridgewood NJ, according to Ridgewood Recycling when batteries, aerosols, and other combustibles are placed in the recycling barrel, they can easily lead to fires. Please do your part to recycle safely & recycle right. Only put approved items into your barrel, crates, cardboard boxes, and the containers at the recycling center. To learn more about how to recycle right in Ridgewood, download the Recycle Coach mobile app, visit us online at https://www.ridgewoodnj.net/menu-dpw/recycling, our browse the 2020 Green Guide or 2020 Village Calendar.

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UPDATE: Ridgewood School District School Aid Breakdown

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Ridgewoood NJ, Last week, Governor Murphy presented his State Budget recommendations. It is important to note that Governor Murphy’s proposed budget will be reviewed by the legislature, and nothing is definite until the legislature votes on the 2021 budget by the end of June.

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Ridgewood School District monitoring information being released by the CDC and the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) on Coronavirus

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Ridgewood NJ, Dr. Fishbein gave an update on the novel coronavirus (COVID-2019). The district is monitoring the information being released by the Centers for Disease Control and the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH). Three letters regarding COVID-2019 have been sent to the school community, as well as two flu season letters. Students are being reminded to wash their hands and avoid touching their eyes and nose. Schools are closely monitoring the hand sanitizer dispensers to ensure that they are filled. Families who have traveled and returned from high impact areas have voluntarily quarantined. The NJDOH does not recommend closure of schools; the decision to close school is made by the superintendent unless a state of emergency is declared. The district has been communicating with Department of Health for the Village of Ridgewood. Parents are reminded to keep children home if they are sick. Letters and important resources for the community can be found on the district website. Click here to access the Health Notices page.

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Dr. Fishbein provided an update on the soil remediation project at Orchard School

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Ridgewood NJ,  in the continuing saga of better late than never, Dr. Fishbein provided an update on the soil remediation project. A letter was sent to the community on February 28, 2020. The district received a second-opinion letter from LAN Associates LSRP Gerrit Visscher stating that they were in agreement with the Remedial Action Workplan that was submitted by WSP and approved by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. The necessary soil permits have been submitted, and public bidding will begin in March. Dr. Fishbein contacted the New Jersey Department of Health to again request a date for the public meeting. Click here to view the presentation.

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Dr. Fishbein Preliminary Ridgewood School Budget 2020-2021 of $115 Million

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Ridgewood NJ, Dr. Fishbein began by reminding everyone that some form of the preliminary budget would be approved at the meeting so that it can be submitted to the New Jersey Department of Education for review.

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Village of Ridgewood Village Council Public Workshop : Master Plan, Water Rates ,COAH, Reimagine Ridgewood Public Library

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Village Council Public Workshop

THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL

PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA

MARCH 4, 2020

7:30 P.M.

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Ridgewood Planning Board Takes on New Village Master Plan Tonight at 7:30pm

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 Planning Board Public Meeting

PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA

Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Village Hall Court Room – 7:30 P.M.

(all timeframes and the order of agenda items below are approximate and subject to change)

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Louisville Naval Museum bails out the USS Ling in the Hackensack river

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Hackensack NJ, Louisville Naval Museum bails out the USS Ling in the Hackensack river. According to the Louisville Naval Museum the Louisville Naval Museum Fundraiser effort is in Phase 1 of our capital campaign with the goal to raise $100,000. “Phase 1: Ready the USS Ling” will finance the preparation of the USS Ling for transport to the Louisville area. This includes necessary mechanical, legal and logistical expenses. We will focus on raising $10K from Facebook donations through the months of December and January. This initial infusion of much-needed funds will allow us to do critical work to launch this campaign. Any donation is greatly appreciated, and sharing is encouraged. Thank you for your commitment and support in this effort!

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Increased Taxes and Spending Won’t Help New Jersey Grow

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By Tom Bracken and Michele Siekerka, Opportunity NJ

Trenton NJ, Governor Murphy’s recent Budget Address painted an optimistic picture of New Jersey’s current financial health and future prospects, declaring victory on goals that included “restoring fiscal responsibility” and “delivering property tax relief” as if the work were already done. While we appreciate the Governor’s commitment to business growth, workforce development, and investments in infrastructure, making New Jersey a competitive regional powerhouse means forging a difficult path ahead — and this budget proposal won’t get us there.

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Knights of Columbus St. Patrick’s Dinner Dance

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When: Saturday, March 21, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
Where: Our Lady of Mount Carmel School Auditorium
Dinner: Full-Course Corned Beef & Cabbage Buffet Dinner, Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks

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Federal Court Orders Deposition of Hillary Clinton on Emails and Benghazi Attack Records

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Washington DC, Judicial Watch today announced that U.S. District Court Judge Royce C. Lamberth granted Judicial Watch’s request to depose former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton about her emails and Benghazi attack documents. The court also ordered the deposition of Clinton’s former Chief of Staff, Cheryl Mills and two other State Department officials.

Additionally, the court granted Judicial Watch’s request to subpoena Google for relevant documents and records associated with Clinton’s emails during her tenure at the State Department.

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Active Shooter Seminar at Paramus Veterans Facility

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Paramus N J, NJOHSP and the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs completed a seminar for the Paramus Veterans Memorial Home on February 5. The seminar focused on response and recovery operations to prepare residents, administrators, staff, vendors, and visitors in the event a hostile intruder with weapons enters the nursing home facility.

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JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS INVESTING $150 MILLION IN ITS FRANCHISEES’ RESTAURANTS

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Ridgewoood NJ,Jersey Mike’s Subs is embarking on a systemwide renovation program that’s expected to cost $75,000 per store, which the franchisor has agreed to pick up across the 1,700-unit quick-service sandwich chain for a total projected outlay of $150 million.

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