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Why Brushing Isn’t Just Hygiene—It’s Prevention in Action

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Have you ever skipped brushing one night and told yourself it would not matter? We have all done it. Life gets busy, you are tired, and the toothbrush feels optional. In bustling places like Broomfield, Colorado, where people juggle work, family, and packed schedules, small habits often get pushed aside. Yet brushing your teeth is not just about fresh breath or avoiding awkward moments. It is one of the simplest forms of prevention we have.

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Ridgewood Christmas Tree Disposal 2026: Everything You Need to Know

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The holidays are winding down, and it is time to say goodbye to the Tannenbaum. To help residents clear out the pine needles, the Village of Ridgewood has announced the official 2026 Christmas tree collection schedule.

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Ridgewood NJ, Starting January 2 through January 30, the Village will provide curbside pickup to ensure your tree is recycled properly. Here is the breakdown of when and where to leave your tree.

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Winter Storm Warning: 9 Inches of Snow to Slam NYC, NJ, and CT—Peak Impacts Tonight

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The post-Christmas “Winter Storm Watch”

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Ridgewood NJ, the post-Christmas “Winter Storm Watch” has officially been upgraded. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the entire Tri-State region, effective from 4:00 PM today, Friday, Dec. 26, through 1:00 PM Saturday, Dec. 27.

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Beyond Christmas: The Fascinating Pagan Origins of “Yule” Explained

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What Exactly  are “Yuletide carols”?

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Ridgewood NJ, While we often use words like “Advent,” “Noel,” or “Christmas” to describe the December season, none carry the ancient, mystical weight of Yule.

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“Radar Contact with Rudolph”: The Wild Secret History of NORAD’s Santa Tracker

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When Colonel Harry Shoup answered the first call from a child asking for St. Nick, he didn’t hang up

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Ridgewood NJ, every Christmas Eve, millions of families around the world refresh their screens and apps to answer one high-stakes question: Where is Santa Claus right now?

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Post-Christmas Blizzard? Winter Storm Watch Issued for NYC, NJ, and CT

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Winter Storm Watch for the entire Tri-State area, effective from Friday afternoon (Dec. 26) through Saturday afternoon (Dec. 27)

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Ridgewood NJ, the “holiday calm” is about to be replaced by a significant winter system. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the entire Tri-State area, effective from Friday afternoon (Dec. 26) through Saturday afternoon (Dec. 27).

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‘Twas the Night Before Christmas …

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’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there;

The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads; And mamma in her kerchief, and I in my cap, Had just settled our brains for a long winter’s nap,

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The Ridgewood Knights of Columbus Held Their Annual Senior Citizens Christmas Party

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Ridgewood Knights Serve Up A Smorgasbord

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Ridgewood-NJ-December 23, 2025: The Ridgewood Knights of Columbus Council #1736 held their annual senior citizens Christmas party in the Parish Center at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church on Sunday, December 21st. Guests were treated to a buffet lunch, entertainment, Christmas carols, and a surprise visit from Santa Claus. “We are proud to host this event every year, honoring the finest citizens of Ridgewood”, said John Walicki, Grand Knight of the Ridgewood council. “I’d especially like to thank Mark Stappenbeck for coordinating the gifts, and all of the local restaurants that assisted with the food donations”, said Walicki.

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Festivus begins with the “Airing of Grievances”

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Festivus Begins Tonight

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Ridgewood NJ, The celebration of Festivus begins with Airing of Grievances, a local favorite . Airing of Grievances takes place immediately after the Festivus dinner has been served. It consists of lashing out at others and the world about how one has been disappointed in the past year. Every household has its own traditions; in one house, the Airing of Grievances consisted of writing the grievances on the fridge with post it notes . The Ridgewood blog will publish “Grievances ” for the entire day of December 23rd.

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“Candy Man” Case Closed: Ridgewood Police Rule Ellington Road “Candy” Incident a Misunderstanding

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The Ridgewood Police Department has confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public

Ridgewood Police Say Luring Incident

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Following a tense 24 hours for local parents, the Ridgewood Police Department has officially cleared the air regarding a reported child luring attempt on Ellington Road.

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Archaeological Bombshell: 8,126 Artifacts Discovered at Schedler Property—Will Ridgewood Ignore the Experts Again?

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A “quietly posted” 2025 survey reveals thousands of historic treasures and a “Criterion D” recommendation for the Zabriskie-Schedler site. Is the Village’s plan for turf and drainage about to hit a prehistoric wall?

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – A recently released Phase II Archaeological Survey has sent shockwaves through the local historic preservation community. The report, conducted by Richard Grubb & Associates and dated September 26, 2025, reveals that the Zabriskie-Schedler property is much more than just a vacant lot or a future park—it is a massive, intact repository of New Jersey history.

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“He Can Lie With Such Confidence!” Ridgewood Residents Confront Ridgewood Mayor Over Secret Rezoning Emails and Village-Wide Changes

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Tensions reached a breaking point during the December 17th Ridgewood Village Council special meeting as residents exposed alleged inaccuracies, secret summer promises, and a rezoning plan that reaches far beyond a single neighborhood

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – What was billed as a “Special Public Meeting” to address state-mandated “affordable housing obligations” turned into an explosive confrontation last night. As the Village Council moved to introduce a slate of new zoning ordinances, residents took to the podium to call out what they described as a lack of transparency and outright “lies” coming from the dais.

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Village of Ridgewood Special Meeting

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Critical Session December 17th Precedes Final Court Showdowns on 4th Round Mandates

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – The clock is ticking on a crucial legal and developmental matter for the Village of Ridgewood. The Ridgewood Village Council is holding an urgent Special Public Meeting , Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 7:00 PM, to address its 4th round affordable housing obligations.

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Ridgewood Knights Council #1736 Host Annual Senior Citizen Christmas Party

Ridgewood Knights Council #1736 Host Annual Senior Citizen Christmas Party

Guests will be treated to a buffet lunch, entertainment, Christmas carols, and a surprise visit from Santa Claus

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Ridgewood-NJ-December 14, 2025: The Ridgewood Knights of Columbus Council #1736 will hold their annual senior citizens Christmas party in the Parish Center at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church on Sunday, December 21st, 1:30 to 4:00 p.m.   Guests will be treated to a buffet lunch, entertainment, Christmas carols, and a surprise visit from Santa Claus. The Knights are proud to host this event every year, honoring the finest citizens of Ridgewood.

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