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Is Your Street on the List? Ridgewood Secures $1.5M for Massive Lead Pipe Overhaul

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Clean Water Win: Ridgewood Lands $1.5 Million Federal Boost for Lead Pipe Removal

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Ridgewood NJ, The Village of Ridgewood just received a major financial “green light” for its mission to provide 100% lead-free water. Working alongside New Jersey’s congressional delegation, U.S. Senators Cory Booker and Andy Kim have secured $1.535 million in federal funding specifically for Ridgewood’s lead remediation efforts.

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Forget Digital: Why This Paper-Only Art Exhibit in Ridgewood is Going Viral

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ARTFusion 2026: Discover the Magic of “Paper Trails” in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, in an increasingly digital world, there is something profoundly moving about the tactile, raw nature of paper. This month, the Village of Ridgewood invites you to slow down and experience ARTFusion 2026: Paper Trails – Stories That Connect Us, a vibrant community art initiative that proves a simple sheet of paper can tell a thousand stories.

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Showdown in Trenton: NJ Democrats Move to Unmask Law Enforcement and ICE Agents

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Tempers hit a breaking point as a controversial “Mask Ban” bill clears committee despite warnings of “targeted harassment” and agent safety risks

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Trenton NJ, a high-stakes political battle erupted Thursday in the Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee as New Jersey Democrats pushed forward a bill (A1743) that would effectively ban law enforcement officers—including federal immigration agents—from wearing masks while on duty.

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Panic to Plan: Your First Steps After Dental Trauma

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The sound of impact, the sudden sharp pain, the metallic taste of blood—dental trauma is a visceral experience that sends most people into immediate panic. One moment you are playing a pickup game of basketball or tripping on a rug, and the next, you are frantically checking to see if your smile is still intact.

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The Disappearing Ice Skating and Hidden Crisis at Twinney Pond in Ridgewood 

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The Vanishing Kettle Pond: Why We Can’t Ice Skate on Twinney Anymore

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Ridgewood NJ,for generations of Ridgewood residents, winter meant one thing: grabbing your skates and heading to Twinney Pond. This 3.7-acre “kettle pond”—a rare geological gift from the last Ice Age—was once a hub for winter recreation and serene nature walks.

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The Advance Agent of Prosperity: How President William McKinley Built the Modern American Economy

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William McKinley Biography: The Tariff King, Spanish-American War, and Assassination

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Washington DC, history often remembers President William McKinley for the tragic way his life ended, but his presidency was the spark that ignited the American “Century of Power.” Known as the “Tariff King” and the “Advance Agent of Prosperity,” McKinley transitioned the United States from a nation in depression to a global empire.

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Presidents Day 2026: Bank Hours, Mail Delivery, and Store Openings Guide

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Presidents Day 2026 Guide: What’s Open, What’s Closed, and Where to Find the Best Deals Today

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Ridgewood NJ, today, Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, is Presidents Day. As a federal and bank holiday, it honors the legacies of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. While many public services are on pause, the day is also one of the busiest for retail and errands.   

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Vacation Saved by WiFi: How a Smart Home Device Prevented a Flood Disaster in Ridgewood

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Traveling Overseas? This $50 Gadget Just Saved a Ridgewood Home from a Major Flood

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Ridgewood NJ, What would you do if a pipe burst in your home while you were thousands of miles away? For one Ridgewood, NJ family traveling overseas this week, that nightmare nearly became a reality.

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Is Your Drinking Water Safe? Why Ridgewood Water Quality Concerns are Rising

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Ridgewood Water Update: Why PFOA Levels are a Growing Concern for Residents

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Ridgewood NJ, for residents and customers relying on Ridgewood Water, staying informed about water safety is more critical than ever. While the utility provider issues quarterly water quality notices, a closer look at the data by concerned citizens reveals a troubling trend: PFOA and PFOS levels are not just persisting—they appear to be on the rise.

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Ridgewood High School Alumni Return: New Career Speaker Series Inspires Future Leaders

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 RHS Alumni Career Speaker Series

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — What does it take to go from the halls of Ridgewood High School (RHS) to the sidelines of the Super Bowl, the kitchens of elite restaurants, or the front office of the Harlem Globetrotters?

Today marks the official launch of the RHS Alumni Career Speaker Series, a groundbreaking partnership between RHS Guidance and the RHS Alumni Association. This monthly initiative brings successful graduates back to campus to provide students with “real-world” career insights and mentorship.

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From Sewing Machines to Fire Engines: Meet Ridgewood’s Lt. Brian Peacock

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Firefighter, EMT, Ice Hockey player, and—most recently—a girl dad and new father to a baby boy

photo courtesy of the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — For the latest installment of our #MeetTheMembersMonday, we’re sitting down with a familiar face within the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47.

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The Great Jobs Reset: Private Sector Surges as Federal Employment Hits 60-Year Low

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Is the “swamp” finally draining? The latest January jobs report reveals a massive shift in the American labor market, prioritizing private growth over government payrolls

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Washington DC, The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released a January jobs report that has sent shockwaves through the economic community. While the headline numbers are impressive, the real story lies in the “reorientation” of where Americans are actually finding work.

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Hackensack’s Main Street Makeover: Vacant Lot to Become New Downtown Green Oasis

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Hackensack’s Main Street to add a “Pocket Park”

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Hackensack NJ, Hackensack is taking a major step toward a more walkable, vibrant downtown. City officials have announced plans to transform a long-vacant lot in the heart of Main Street into a lush pocket park, signaling a shift in the city’s development strategy toward community-focused green spaces.

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Ridgewood Crew Flips Power Switch at 2026 Winter Watt Farm With Five Golds, 11 Podium Finishes

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Ridgewood Crew placed four in the top five and six in the top eight of the Men’s Lightweight 2,000 meter race at the 2026 Winter Watt Farm. The team’s first place finisher in the race was senior Luciano Saladino, flanked by the Ridgewood Crew coaching staff. (Photo credit: Maggie Dwyer) 

Ridgewood Crew Earns Five Golds

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Lyndhurst, New Jersey – Ridgewood Crew turned its medal-winning power up to 11 on Saturday at the 2026 Winter Watt Farm erg race. This indoor rowing meet, held at Ridgewood’s home boathouse, the Bergen County Rowing Center, and hosted by the Passaic River Rowing Association, featured more than 250 middle school and high school youth rowers from 10 different clubs across New York and New Jersey. For the second year in a row, Ridgewood took home five gold medals at the event, which featured 1,000-meter, 2,000-meter, and two-minute races.

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Ridgewood Holiday Schedule: What’s Closed for Lincoln’s Birthday & Presidents’ Day

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Village of Ridgewood Alert: Sanitation Changes, Holiday Closures, and New Parking Rules

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Ridgewood NJ, With freezing temperatures and lingering snow making backyards treacherous, the Village of Ridgewood has issued an important update regarding sanitation services and holiday schedules. Whether you’re a commuter or a homeowner, here is everything you need to know for the week of February 10, 2026.

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