Strong leadership is essential for building and maintaining effective school sports programs. It goes beyond coaching; it involves planning, managing resources, and creating an environment where student-athletes can thrive. Athletic directors, coaches, and school administrators all play vital roles in shaping programs that support student development and foster a culture of teamwork and respect.
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Ridgewood NJ, in comments made during a Ridgewood Village Council meeting on Wednesday, October 9th, Richard Calbi, Director of Ridgewood Water, advised Council members of a boil water advisory that was issued on Tuesday, October 8th in connection with a “low pressure event.” The “event” occurred between 4:00 AM and 4:30 AM on Tuesday morning, October 8th. Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark again cited lawn watering as the likely event trigger.
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Ridgewood NJ, drivers are reminded to be extra vigilant on roadways this fall as the annual rut, or mating season, for white-tailed deer gets underway and daylight is limited during peak commuting hours, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) announced today.
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Ridgewood Nj, while reviewing Ridgewood Council meeting minutes, several questions have surfaced regarding the Ridgewood Water (RW) soil removal contracts, particularly related to the handling of contaminated soil.
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Ridgewood NJ, recent investigations have revealed that candidates Vagianos, Parron, and Mortimar have failed to report significant online advertising expenses and mailers in their New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission (NJELEC) reports.
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Ridgewood NJ, demand that the Ridgewood Mayor, the New Jersey Attorney General, and the NJDEP do their due diligence to find the source of legacy contamination and stop this proposed harmful development!
Activists including the Sierra Club are urging residents to hold officials accountable and demand that the Ridgewood Mayor, New Jersey Attorney General, and NJDEP conduct a full investigation following the discovery of hazardous soil contamination. The 42 million pounds of ‘free soil’ obtained from various sources, including Ridgewood Water and Bergen County Community College, could ultimately cost the public millions, with no clear assessment of the health or environmental impacts. Despite public outcry, Ridgewood officials have refused to take action against those responsible.
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Ridgewood NJ, the most recent grid soil investigation at the Zabriskie-Schedler Property has revealed the presence of toxins throughout the site. Conducted by Matrix New World Engineering (Matrix) in May 2024, the investigation uncovered hazardous substances, including benzo(a)anthracene, benzo(a)pyrene, lead, and mercury.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Village Council is taking the next steps to renovate Hawes Field at South Pleasant . During their September 30 meeting, the council awarded a $97,645 contract to SportCare, a Bridgewater-based company, to upgrade the soccer field, which has become a priority project for the village.
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Ridgewood NJ, the long-standing issue of the abandoned Town Garage on Franklin Avenue is finally seeing progress, as the Village prepares to clean up and redevelop the property. Village Manager Keith Kazmark previously emphasized the importance of the Village buying the property, saying, “The issue has lingered for many years. In the next month or so, this eyesore will be removed from Franklin Avenue, and the property will be well on its way to being remediated.”
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Ridgewood NJ, mark your calendars! The League of Women Voters of Ridgewood is hosting a Ridgewood Village Council Candidate Forum on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Ridgewood Village Hall (131 N Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ).
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Ridgewood NJ, the Friends of the Ridgewood Public Library invite you to a special event, Breakfast with Friends, this Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 9-10am in the library’s auditorium. It’s the perfect opportunity to learn more about the Friends organization and how you can get involved in supporting our wonderful local library.
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Ridgewood NJ, the newly dedicated Earl A. Wheaton, Jr., MD, Family Care Center has officially opened its doors at 223 N. Van Dien Ave. in Ridgewood, taking over the former location of The Valley Hospital Emergency Department. Previously situated on Goffle Road in Hawthorne, the state-of-the-art facility is now part of Valley Health System’s brand-new Ridgewood campus, which opened in April.
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Jersey City NJ, New Jersey state legislators are stepping up in the ongoing debate over artificial turf. Senator Raj Mukherji (D-Jersey City) is leading the charge, urging the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to cease funding for synthetic grass installations, citing significant environmental and health concerns.
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Ridgewood NJ, the West Village of Ridgewood is once again gearing up to transform into a festive fall celebration for the community’s 5th Annual West Village Oktoberfest. People of all ages are invited to enjoy hayrides to the Heights, shop local vendors, listen to live music and indulge in seasonal food and drinks.
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