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Steve Grillo Leads Ridgewood Business Alliance: Downtown Upgrades Ahead

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New Business District Leadership Brings Big Plans for Downtown Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, The Rotary Club of Ridgewood A.M. recently hosted Steve Grillo, the newly appointed Executive Director of the Ridgewood Business Alliance (RBA), to discuss the future of the Village’s commercial center.

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Ridgewood Road and Pedestrian Improvements

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Ridgewood Upgrades Roadways and Parking Across the Village

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Ridgewood NJ, Major infrastructure projects are officially underway in Ridgewood, New Jersey, bringing sidewalk repairs, street repaving, and expanded parking to key neighborhoods.

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Straight walls are the reason a thirty by fifty foot storage shelter can be filled right to its edges

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The last cold weeks are when the shortage of covered space becomes obvious

With spring sowing and spraying only weeks away, an Australian farm spends the tail of winter working out what will not fit under a roof. Machinery bought since the last shed went up is usually sitting outside, and a fabric storage shelter is the quickest way to close that gap.

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How Does Water Damage Restoration Remove Hidden Moisture?

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Water can disappear beneath floors and behind walls within minutes. The visible puddle may be gone, but damp insulation, framing, and subflooring can remain.

Restoration teams locate this hidden moisture, remove trapped water, create controlled drying conditions, and confirm that materials are dry before repairs begin.

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Transform Your Yard into a Low-Maintenance Sanctuary with New Jersey Native Plants

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Why Ditching Traditional Grass for Native Plants Is the Ultimate Yard Upgrade

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Ridgewood NJ, Replacing traditional turf grass with native plants is one of the smartest decisions you can make for your property. Beyond creating a vibrant, beautiful landscape, replacing high-maintenance lawns with eco-friendly alternatives builds a resilient ecosystem right in your backyard.

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Ridgewood Water Names Industry Veteran Vincent DiLieto as New Superintendent Ahead of Major Facility Upgrades

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Ridgewood Water Welcomes Vincent DiLieto as New Superintendent

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Water has officially appointed Vincent DiLieto as its new Superintendent. Bringing over 15 years of hands-on expertise in water treatment, distribution, and utility management, DiLieto steps into the role during a transformative era for the local utility provider.

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Standing Her Ground: A NJ Marine Lost Her Career to Fight Turf Pollution—Now She’s Changing State Law

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She Refused to Be Silenced: How a New Jersey Marine’s Environmental Fight Inspired Statewide Legislation

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Ridgewood NJ, Amy McCambridge was given a clear choice: stop publicly speaking about environmental concerns involving local athletic fields to protect her soccer career, or keep speaking and risk losing it all.

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Meet the Ridgewood Teen Interviewing Spies, FBI Heads, and Infamous Scammers

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Meet George Peyrouton: The Ridgewood Teen Podcasting with Spies, Whistleblowers, and Scammers

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Ridgewood NJ, When he isn’t balancing high school classes and sports practice, Ridgewood, NJ native George Peyrouton is landing sit-downs with some of the most fascinating figures in America.

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New Commuter Upgrade: Van Neste Square Bus Shelter Officially Opens in Ridgewood!

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Van Neste Square Bus Shelter Officially Reopens in Ridgewood Following State-Funded Upgrades

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Commuters in downtown Ridgewood have a reason to celebrate as the Village Manager officially announced the opening of the upgraded bus shelter at Van Neste Square.

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Ridgewood Roadwork Update: Maple Avenue Fully Repaved with New ADA Upgrades

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Ridgewood Roadwork Update: Maple Avenue Resurfacing Completed

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Commuters and residents traveling through downtown Ridgewood can enjoy a significantly smoother and safer ride following the completion of a major resurfacing project along Maple Avenue.

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8 Carat Diamond Engagement Rings: The Ultimate Symbol of Extraordinary Love

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There are engagement rings, and then there are statements. When a couple chooses a diamond of exceptional size and brilliance to mark their commitment, they are not simply purchasing jewelry — they are investing in a legacy. Among the most coveted choices in fine jewelry today, the 8 carat diamond engagement ring stands in a category entirely its own. It commands attention, radiates prestige, and carries with it a weight of meaning that goes far beyond carats and clarity grades. For those who believe that love deserves no compromise, this is where the conversation begins.

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Ridgewood Favorite Returns: Village Tea Shop Reopens Under New Ownership

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Village Tea Shop Reopens in Ridgewood, NJ: What to Know About the Return

  • Reopening Details: Village Tea Shop has officially reopened at 2 South Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ, preserving a 12-year neighborhood legacy.

  • New Ownership: Original owners May and Eugene handed the reins to longtime supporter and local entrepreneur Theresa Cheung (owner of CiCi’s Bakery in Ridgewood).

  • Menu Highlights: Customers can expect the original recipes alongside new seasonal additions—featuring freshly brewed teas, bubble teas, handcrafted lattes, fruit teas, and smoothies.


A Beloved Ridgewood Staple Makes Its Return

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Ridgewood NJ, Local tea enthusiasts can celebrate: a familiar downtown staple has officially returned.

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‘Scars That Never Healed’: Renowned Columnist Mike Kelly to Host 9/11 Author Event at Ridgewood Public Library

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‘After Ground Zero’: Journalist Mike Kelly to Discuss 9/11 Legacy and Unhealed Scars at Ridgewood Public Library

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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Award-winning journalist and columnist Mike Kelly will visit the Ridgewood Public Library on Tuesday, August 25, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM to present his powerful book, After Ground Zero: Everyday Americans and the Unhealed Scars of 9/11.

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Ridgewood Property Taxes Up 4.78%: Payment Deadline Extended to September 18 Without Interest

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Ridgewood Property Tax Bills Issued for 2026: Extended Grace Period and Rate Breakdown Announced

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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Following official certification of the Bergen County tax rate, Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark announced during Wednesday’s Village Council meeting that 2026 property tax bills are now available for payment online.

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Thinking of Running for Local Office? Deadline Nears for Ridgewood Council Nominations

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Deadline Approaching: Last Call for Ridgewood Village Council Nominating Packets

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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Time is running out for registered voters in Ridgewood interested in serving their community on the Ridgewood Village Council.

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