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Ridgewood NJ, Local high school athletic schedules face major disruptions this fall season following an urgent update regarding community sports facilities. Latest surface testing results confirm that both Stadium Field and Stevens Field have failed mandatory shock-absorption evaluations, forcing an immediate, temporary shutdown of both locations.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Public Schools officially kick off the new academic year on Tuesday, September 1. As neighborhood streets fill with walking students, school buses, and morning drop-off traffic, local officials and district leaders urge all drivers to exercise heightened caution and vigilance throughout the community.
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Ridgewood NJ, Mickey McDermott, head coach of New Jersey flag football powerhouse Ridgewood High School, has officially announced that he is stepping down from his role leading the Maroons.
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Ridgewood NJ, School fundraisers are usually a straightforward affair—a great way to support student athletes while showing off some local pride. However, a recent online apparel store for the Ridgewood High School Varsity Cheer team has residents in Ridgewood, NJ doing a double take.
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Ridgewood NJ, Following recent severe weather across Bergen County, Ridgewood Public Schools has been working diligently to restore and evaluate local athletic turf. While major flooding was largely avoided, heavy rain left significant silt and debris across Stevens Field and the perimeter of Stadium Field.
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Ridgewood NJ, Following back-to-back storm surges on July 29 and August 7, Ridgewood Public Schools is confronting a serious safety and financial crisis regarding its athletic facilities.
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Ridgewood NJ, As summer comes to a close, Ridgewood Public Schools is gearing up for the official start of the new academic year. To help families transition smoothly back into the school routine, Superintendent Dr. Mark Schwarz is hosting a special virtual Superintendent Coffee on Thursday, August 20th at 7:00 PM.
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Ridgewood NJ, The latest U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools Rankings evaluated nearly 18,000 public high schools across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Bergen County made a strong showing, with two local high schools landing in the top 100 nationwide and four cracking New Jersey’s top 25.
In today’s competitive job market, the ability to speak more than one language is no longer just a personal achievement — it is a professional asset with measurable value. For Spanish speakers in particular, bilingualism opens doors across industries ranging from healthcare and finance to government and education. Employers are actively seeking candidates who can bridge communication gaps, serve diverse communities, and operate effectively in multicultural environments. Understanding how to leverage this skill strategically can make the difference between a stagnant career and one that grows with purpose and momentum.
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Demographic Disconnect: Despite branding as a working-class movement, the majority of Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) members and supporters are college-educated professionals.
Voter Trends: Data shows DSA-backed candidates perform strongest in highly educated, affluent counties while struggling in areas with lower shares of college degrees.
Policy Alienation: Social and economic proposals favored by far-left activists often diverge significantly from the daily priorities of traditional blue-collar workers.
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Ridgewood NJ, Candidates aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) frequently campaign on the promise of building a movement “by, for, and of the working class” to challenge traditional corporate influence. However, political analysis into voter data reveals a starkly different reality about who is actually powering these primary victories.
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Ridgewood NJ, This summer, Ridgewood Crew established itself as not just one of the elite high school rowing teams in the US, but also a program that can consistently race with — and beat — some of the best youth competition at the international level.
Nowhere was that more obvious than in the team’s varsity double scull boat, crewed by twin brothers and rising Ridgewood juniors Graham and Wesley Richardson. The duo went undefeated during all time trials, heats, semifinals, and championship races during the team’s 2026 summer season. Their perfect streak was highlighted by winning the Mens Youth 2x final at the Independence Day Regatta (IDR) in Philadelphia in July (6:43.59) — and then bringing home the program’s second-ever international gold with a victory in the Mens Under 19 Double final at the 142nd Royal Canadian Henley Regatta in St. Catharines, Canada in August (6:36.57).
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Ridgewood Public Schools community and the Village of Ridgewood are deeply saddened to share news regarding the passing of Alisa Kizis, a beloved member of the Ridgewood High School Class of 2026.
Continue reading Ridgewood Public Schools Honors the Memory of Alisa Kizis (RHS Class of 2026)
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Ithaca, New York.A 19-year-old Cornell University student has been evicted from his family home after public outrage over his refusal to work with Jewish business owners went viral online.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — As local elections draw near, voters in Ridgewood are encountering a growing trend in community governance: uncontested elections. With school board seats going unchallenged, candidates are entering office automatically—without facing competition or debate on the ballot.
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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Officers from the Ridgewood Police Department recently paid a special visit to students in the Ridgewood High School (RHS) PREP Program, creating a day filled with learning, hands-on exploration, and meaningful community connections.
