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Annual Ridgewood Chanukah Menorah Lighting December 7th – 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

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R‍idgewood NJ, annual Chanukah Menorah Lighting Presented by the Jewish Community of Ridgewood, Temple Israel and JCC, and the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey – December 7th – 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Memorial Park at Van Neste Square – Come and celebrate the lighting of the menorah, with live music and lots of goodies being given out, during this 11th annual event!

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The 6th Annual Toy Drive Charity Basketball Game and “The Grinch has been Pinched”

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Ridgewood NJ, it’s that time of year again! The 6th Annual Toy Drive Charity Basketball Game and “The Grinch has been Pinched”

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Green Ridgewood Tours Our Leaf Composting Facility

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photos courtesy the Village Manager Keith Kazmark

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Ridgewood NJ, Saturday morning Green Ridgewood toured our leaf composting facility on Lakeview Drive with Village Engineer Chris Rutishauser and the Village Manager Keith Kazmark to understand the operation and discuss additional environmental initiatives.

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Ridgewood Police Department Receives Silver Award for Commitment to Traffic Safety

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Pictured from left to right: Ptl. Ray Tarino, Chief Forest Lyons, and Lt. Jay Chuck
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Ridgewood NJ, at the annual AAA award luncheon, the Ridgewood Police Department received a Silver Award for our commitment to traffic safety. In addition to the Department award, Lt. Jay Chuck received the AAA Traffic Safety Hero Award for Operation Bright Idea. This initiative, introduces bright lighting to high pedestrian-used intersections for night time crossing safety. Since the inception of this program, every intersection that has been upgraded has had 0 pedestrian involved night crashes.

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Top Strategies for Boosting Your NJ Local Business Presence

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Small businesses often find it challenging to compete with the big names. But this doesn’t mean you can’t gain a fair share of the local market, all thanks to the trust and support they get from your local customers. 

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“Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Campaign to Promote Safer Roadways During the Holiday Season

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Ridgewood NJ, in a dedicated effort to promote the safety of New Jersey residents and visitors during the upcoming holiday season, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) today announced the kickoff of the annual “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Year-End Holiday Campaign.

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Safeguarding Deliveries: Strategies to Deter Porch Pirates and Package Thieves

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already receiving reports from local police departments 

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Ridgewood NJ, the rise of online shopping has transformed the way we acquire goods, making doorstep deliveries a common occurrence. Unfortunately, it has also given rise to the issue of porch pirates or package thieves who opportunistically snatch packages left unattended. To protect our valuable deliveries and maintain the convenience of online shopping, it is crucial to employ effective strategies to deter these thieves.

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The RIDGEWOOD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA’s annual holiday winter concert is this Friday, Dec. 1, at the West Side Presbyterian Church

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Ridgewood NJ, the RIDGEWOOD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA’s annual holiday winter concert is this Friday, Dec. 1, at the West Side Presbyterian Church starting at 8 p.m.

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The Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Downtown for the Holidays –December 1 – 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

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video courtesy of  Village Manager Keith Kazmark

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Christmas Tree arrived at East Ridgewood Avenue and Broad Street just before Thanksgiving.  Check out the arrival video here https://youtu.be/LSoCZXispgc.  Thank you to the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce, Downes Tree Service, our Parks and Recreation Department and the Ridgewood Police Department for their collective efforts coordinating the safe delivery of the tree!

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Uniformed Ridgewood police officer present at recent Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting

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Ridgewood NJ, in what The Ridgewood Blog will now boldly categorize as nothing more than a jackass, insensitive, and despicable attempt by Village officials to squelch public dissent, a uniformed Ridgewood police officer was ordered to be present during the entire Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) meeting held on Tuesday night, November 28th.

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New to Vaping? Here’s a Rundown of Everything You Need to Know

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Vaping, a popular alternative to traditional smoking, is an activity that involves inhaling and exhaling the vapor produced by an electronic cigarette or similar device. The practice grew in prominence in the mid-2000s, as e-cigarettes emerged as a seemingly safer substitute to tobacco products. These devices heat a liquid—often infused with nicotine and various flavors—into a vapor, which is then inhaled, hence the term ‘vaping’. This innovative technology swiftly managed to capture a significant market share, attracting smokers searching for a less harmful alternative and a new generation of users intrigued by the novelty and variety of flavors. Today, vaping stands at the crossroads of rising health concerns, regulatory scrutiny, and continued popularity among its users. As we evaluate the current landscape of vaping, it’s essential to understand its implications on health, social norms, and legislation.

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Billboards on Roadsides Distract Drivers and May Increase the Risk of Crashes

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Ridgewood NJ, reader points out that according to the Journal Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine billboards on roadsides distract drivers and may increase the risk of crashes.

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Spot Light On First Responders: Ridgewood Fire Fighters Host Scout Pack 35

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Fire Department hosted Scout Pack 35. The scouts experienced the excitement of a live call coming in and received lessons in first aid.

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