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New Jersey Cancels Tax Holiday on Back-to-school Supplies

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Ridgewood NJ, Bergen County shoppers preparing for the back-to-school season will face higher costs this year as the state will not observe its annual tax exemption holiday. This change means families might have to spend more on essential school supplies.

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Candidates Line Up for Glen Rock School Board Elections while Ridgewood Candidates Run Unopposed

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Ridgewood NJ, a slew of candidates filed signatures and forms by the Monday deadline to run for their local school boards. Below are the details for Ridgewood and Glen Rock.

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Navigating Your Child’s Educational Experience

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by Myron Hammond, Executive Director at Insight School of Washington 

Ridgewood NJ, “Another morning, another struggle,” you might hear as you rouse your child from slumber. Such sentiments are familiar to parents, hinting at deeper concerns than mere reluctance to face the day. As parents, we recognize these moments as opportunities to delve deeper into our children’s educational experiences and other experiences , ensuring we address any underlying issues promptly.

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Paterson School Business Administrator Richard Matthews Resigns for Higher-Paying Position in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, Paterson’s school business administrator, Richard Matthews, has announced his resignation to accept the same position in Ridgewood, where he will receive a higher salary.

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Ridgewood High School New Players: CHICAGO Opens tonight

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood High School New Players are gearing up to stage their last show of the 2023-24 season, and they are determined to make it a memorable finale. From July 25 to 28, the talented students will bring to life the legendary 1975 musical, Chicago, at Ridgewood High School.

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Retired Ridgewood Teacher Tom Wallace: A Lifetime of Art on Display at Glen Ridge Train Station

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Ridgewood NJ, Tom Wallace, an 85-year-old retired art teacher from the Ridgewood School District and a 45-year resident of Glen Ridge, is showcasing his artwork at the Glen Ridge Train Station until the end of August.

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RHS Alum Anthony Stephan Drafted by Cincinnati Reds in 2024 MLB Draft

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Ridgewood NJ, Anthony Stephan, a standout outfielder from the University of Virginia and an RHS Alum from the Class of 2021, has been selected by the Cincinnati Reds with the 389th overall pick in the 13th round of the 2024 MLB Draft. The exciting news came on Tuesday night, marking a significant milestone in Stephan’s baseball career.

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With July 29th filing deadline approaching, no candidates yet for three open BOE seats

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Ridgewood NJ, as of 0900 hours on Tuesday, July 16th, the Bergen County Clerk’s Office has not received a single nominating petition from anyone interested in being a candidate for one of the three (3) available Ridgewood Board of Education (BOE) seats to be decided in November’s general election.

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Navigating Rutgers University’s Latest Budget Announcement: What Students Need to Know

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New Brunswick NJ, as we gear up for the academic year ahead, Rutgers University students received news that might impact their wallets more than expected. Recently, the university approved a hefty $5.6 billion budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year, accompanied by a 4% increase in tuition and fees. For many undergraduates and graduate students alike, this means digging a little deeper into their pockets to fund their education.

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Reader claims Village Manager ordered removal of RHS 2024 class banners from Graydon fence

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Ridgewood NJ, a reader has claimed that Ridgewood Village Manager Keith KazmarFk ordered the removal of RHS class of 2024 banners from the fence at Graydon Pool prior to the Fourth of July parade.

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Ridgewood High School Well Represented at the 2024 North Jersey High School Sports Awards!

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Englewood NJ, Ridgewood High School  was well represented at the 2024 North Jersey High School Sports Awards at Bergen PAC in Englewood.

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Ridgewood High School Senior Creates “Access” Logo for Village of Ridgewood

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Ridgewood N J, Ridgewood High School senior MJ Aguilar has made a significant contribution to the Village of Ridgewood by helping to create an “Access” logo. This logo is part of the broader initiative known as Access Ridgewood, aimed at increasing awareness of individuals with disabilities and fostering a more inclusive community.

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FDU Poll: New Jersey Voters Not Buying the “Race Card”

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Ridgewood NJ, a state Superior Court decision and a Democratic candidate in next year’s gubernatorial election have made racial segregation a live political issue in New Jersey, but most voters don’t perceive the level of segregation in the state or see it as a problem. According to the latest results from the FDU Poll, just 12 percent of New Jersey voters say that the schools where they live are segregated, and just 19 percent say that they want more racial diversity in their neighborhoods.

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Ridgewood Board of Education’s roll call vote protocol comes under scrutiny

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Ridgewood NJ, the announced outcome of a roll call vote taken during Monday night’s Ridgewood BOE meeting has brought into question the legitimacy of the BOE’s roll call voting protocol.

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