Posted on Leave a comment

MAJOR delays and detours on Washington Avenue and Pascack Road in Twp of Washington Due to Water Main Repair

342196123 762260215611072 6604659005350227250 n

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ, starting on Monday 4/24 at 8am and continuing overnight into Tuesday, expect MAJOR delays and detours on all approaches leading to the intersection of Washington Avenue and Pascack Road due to water main work being conducted by Veolia.

Continue reading MAJOR delays and detours on Washington Avenue and Pascack Road in Twp of Washington Due to Water Main Repair

Posted on Leave a comment

Veolia Watermain Construction Project Expect Road Closures on Pascack Road & Washington Avenue in Twp. of Washington

user77162 1681423072 media2

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ, Veolia (Formally Suez) will be conducting work on the watermain on Pascack Road and in the intersection of Washington Avenue & Pascack Road on Monday April 17th, Wednesday April 19th and on Monday April 24th.  Details about what is to be expected each day are listed below.  Pictured to the right of this message, is a Water Bypass installed on a Fire Hydrant. Residents may see these devices in use. They are in place to maintain water service to area residences.  Also pictured is a diagram of the Washington Avenue & Pascack Road intersection to better depict the change in traffic pattern.

Continue reading Veolia Watermain Construction Project Expect Road Closures on Pascack Road & Washington Avenue in Twp. of Washington

Posted on 2 Comments

It’s a bird ,its a Plane , No its Definitely a Bird , Rochester NY Pet Bird Found in Twp. of Washington

340484056 3272497526394558 1930553645033385849 n

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ, this is truly an amazing reunion! This just proves how far birds can go. Last week we posted about a bird found in Twp. of Washington. The owner of Charlee came across our post and noticed lots of similarities to her bird.

Continue reading It’s a bird ,its a Plane , No its Definitely a Bird , Rochester NY Pet Bird Found in Twp. of Washington

Posted on Leave a comment

Veolia will be testing its Emergency Generation system at the Haworth Water Treatment facility on Tuesday

HaworthWatertreatmentplantinOradell.28PhotoMarkoGeorgievNorthJersey.com29

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ, on Tuesday April 18th at 10:00 AM, Veolia will be testing its Emergency Generation system at the Haworth Water Treatment facility. This backup power system keeps the plant in operation during major power outages.

Continue reading Veolia will be testing its Emergency Generation system at the Haworth Water Treatment facility on Tuesday

Posted on Leave a comment

Township of Washington’s Spring into Wellness 5K

NJ17531JHP John Frazza 5K 1

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ, Township of Washington’s Spring into Wellness 5K .  The event is taking place of the roads surrounding Schelegel Lake from 9:00 am to 11:30 , Access to the area will be limited .

Continue reading Township of Washington’s Spring into Wellness 5K

Posted on 1 Comment

Washington Twp Police Officer Organizes Blood Drive For Child with Cancer

339463196 908646743743469 565137176825427756 n

photos courtesy of PBA Local 206

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ,  Cpl. Vincent Santa of the Washington Twp Police Department had the honor of facilitating a blood drive for one of our community heroes today, Shane McCooe who is battling cancer. Through this amazing donation process kids like Shane and others in need of blood transfusions will get the blood they need to help battle their illnesses. Shane is a huge football fan, specifically the Giants and was presented with signed memorabilia from Phil Simms, Saquon Barkley and Blake Costanzo along with gifts from our local PBA 206. Shane is the definition of a warrior at just seven years old and spreads joy just by being in his presence. Big thank you to Vitalant Blood Donations and PBA 206.

Continue reading Washington Twp Police Officer Organizes Blood Drive For Child with Cancer

Posted on 1 Comment

UPDATE: Westbound Washington Avenue at Pascack Road will be closed on March 27-29, 2023 from 7:30 AM to approximately 5:00 PM in Twp. of Washington

337501172 231765629214970 4657643947226101439 n

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ, Westbound Washington Avenue at Pascack Road will be closed on March 27-29, 2023 from 7:30 AM to approximately 5:00 PM due to construction work. Please allow for extra travel time. Please follow posted detour. Westbound Washington Avenue at Pascack Road will be closed on March 27-29, 2023 from 7:30 AM to approximately 5:00 PM due to construction work. Please allow for extra travel time. Please follow posted detour.

Continue reading UPDATE: Westbound Washington Avenue at Pascack Road will be closed on March 27-29, 2023 from 7:30 AM to approximately 5:00 PM in Twp. of Washington

Posted on 5 Comments

Apple Montessori School will Replace the Former Charlie Brown’s Restaurant at 95 Linwood Avenue in Twp. of Washington

20230316 175639 scaled

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ, an Apple Montessori school will replace the former Charlie Brown’s restaurant at 95 Linwood Avenue in Twp.of Washington , after months of debate over what to do with the dormant property.

Continue reading Apple Montessori School will Replace the Former Charlie Brown’s Restaurant at 95 Linwood Avenue in Twp. of Washington

Posted on 2 Comments

Twp. of Washington Awaits New Traffic Study for Proposed Strip Mall at the Intersection of Pascack Road and Washington Avenue

20230307 132544 scaled

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ, Township officials expect to get the word on traffic study by the end of March for a strip mall proposed for the extremely busy intersection of Pascack Road and Washington Avenue. The new traffic study is expected to be ready on March 21st.

Continue reading Twp. of Washington Awaits New Traffic Study for Proposed Strip Mall at the Intersection of Pascack Road and Washington Avenue

Posted on Leave a comment

Overnight Road Closure – Washington Ave & Pascack Road in Twp. of Washington

58383779 2228583807223168 2030065405405429760 n

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ, during the overnight hours from Thursday 2/23/23 at 8:00pm until 6:00am Friday Morning 2/24/23, PSE&G will be working in the middle of the intersection of Washington Avenue and Pascack Road replacing a Gas Valve.  Major closures and delays are to be expected during these hours.

Continue reading Overnight Road Closure – Washington Ave & Pascack Road in Twp. of Washington

Posted on 4 Comments

Washington Township Police Department Announces the Passing of Retired Detective Heather Castronova

329268562 5845037632218702 281188951164430616 n

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ, Washington Township Police Department on Wednesday announced , “It is with great sadness the Washington Township Police Department announces the passing of Retired Detective Heather Castronova.  Det. Castronova passed suddenly in the overnight hours due to unknown medical circumstances.  Det. Castronova served with the United States Marine Corps.,and following her service to the country she was hired as a Dispatcher for the Bergen County Police Department, and then as a Police Officer in Washington Township.  She retired in 2020 from her career in Law Enforcement.  Her roles in the Washington Police Department included Patrol, Detective Bureau and Community Policing.  Her favorite role was working with children and the community of Washington Township.”

Continue reading Washington Township Police Department Announces the Passing of Retired Detective Heather Castronova

Posted on Leave a comment

Work Begins on PSE&G Gas System Modernization Program in Twp. of Washington

pseG_truck2_theridgewoodblog

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ, PSEG has informed the Township of Washington they will be once again working again with us on their Gas System Modernization Program (GSMP). They have listed some of the benefits of the program below and we have attached a map of the area they plan to work in (click on map to the right). We will post more specifics prior to work beginning once a start date is confirmed.
Continue reading Work Begins on PSE&G Gas System Modernization Program in Twp. of Washington

Posted on Leave a comment

Township of Washington Police Department : Multiple Incidents of Catalytic Converter Theft

324496249 1617772275343924 7331904305302118980 n

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp of Washington NJ, the Township of Washington Police Department is urging all residents to protect themselves from catalytic converter thefts!  Over the past several weeks our town has had multiple incidents regarding individuals cutting off catalytic converters from vehicles very quickly during the overnight hours.  All of the vehicles in our town that had the catalytic converters cut off have been Hondas.  Please see the link below with helpful tips on how to protect yourself as best as possible.  As always, please follow us on all our social media platforms for up-to-date information.

Continue reading Township of Washington Police Department : Multiple Incidents of Catalytic Converter Theft

Posted on Leave a comment

New Traffic Light Installation at Washington Ave & Pascsck Road in Twp. Of Washington

intersection screen shot1

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp.of Washington NJ, on Monday 1/30, Tuesday 1/31 and Wednesday 2/1 construction crews will be conducting work, installing the new traffic signals at the intersection of Washington Avenue and Pascack Road.  Lane and/or road closures are subject to change every few hours as the work moves from one corner to the next.  Work will be conducted from the hours of 7:00am until approximately 4:00pm. Please expect delays in the area. Make sure to follow the Township of Washington Police Department on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for more up to date information on any traffic pattern changes.

Posted on 2 Comments

Twp of Washington’s Zoning Board Questions Traffic Counts of Ill Conceived Town Square Marketplace Project

intersection screen shot1

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Twp. of Washington NJ, Twp. of Washington residents  raised concerns about inaccurate traffic counts , at the latest hearing for a strip mall proposed at the very busy Pascack Road and Washington Avenue intersection.

Continue reading Twp of Washington’s Zoning Board Questions Traffic Counts of Ill Conceived Town Square Marketplace Project