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Continue reading Downtown for the Holidays and Christmas Tree Lighting

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Ridgewood NJ, On Saturday, November 18, the Pro Arte Chorale of Ridgewood will present its interpretation of “Carmina Burana.”

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Continue reading The Gift of Art: The Ridgewood Art Institute’s Annual Holiday Show and Sale

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Ridgewood NJ, Valley Health System has been recognized as one of the nation’s “Most Wired” according to The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) Digital Health Most Wired™ 2023 survey.


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Ridgewood NJ, Village of Ridgewood resident Dana Glazer and his daughter Georgia have collaborated to create a book tailored for middle schoolers, titled “Dawnah & the Darkhearts.” The zombie adventure follows a 12-year-old girl who becomes humanity’s “last hope.” The inspiration for the story emerged during a trip to Cape Cod, evolving from an initial movie script named “Dawn and the Dead.” To avoid confusion with an existing TV show, they decided to spell the protagonist’s name uniquely, leading to “Dawnah & the Darkhearts.” Dana, a filmmaker, scriptwriter, and professor, shares his daughter’s love for all things spooky. The self-published book, launched in time for Halloween, explores Dawnah’s journey, her struggles connecting with others, and her encounters during a camping trip on the Appalachian Trail. This isn’t Georgia’s first venture into writing; she authored “No Pizza! No Cake!” at the age of 6, a story addressing the monotony of pizza and cake at birthday parties. The book was eventually published when she turned 10.
Continue reading Ridgewood Dad and Daughter Team up on Camping Trip Zombie Apocalypse Book

Asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral, was once hailed for its heat resistance, strength, and insulating properties. Yet, decades of scientific research have unveiled a grim truth: prolonged asbestos exposure can lead to devastating health conditions, including lung cancer and mesothelioma.
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Proper staffing is critical for healthcare facilities to provide high-quality care and ensure positive outcomes for patients. Understaffing is an ongoing problem that threatens patient safety and leads to nurse burnout and turnover. Healthcare administrators must make staffing a top priority and deploy the right number of nurses, physicians, and other personnel to handle the volume and acuity of patients.
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Ridgewood NJ, residents not happy with this years Village leaf collection . Reader says , “The inappropriately named “leaf collection” program in Ridgewood is not being executed as it should be. I agree that the leaf fall has been late this season, but this is no reason to fail us in clearing the huge piles that now block our streets, and will soon block our drains.”

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Ridgewood NJ, from the aromatic allure of roast beef at Christmas, the sizzle of BBQs on Labor Day, to the tender succulence of Easter lamb, American home cooking is a variation of traditions that kindles anticipation throughout the year. Yet, it’s the Thanksgiving holiday that captivates the hearts of many as the quintessential culinary celebration. A time when turkey, stuffing, and pies transform dining tables into centers of gratitude and togetherness. In a bid to capture the essence of this festive spirit, Gunther Mazda commissioned a nationwide survey via QuestionPro of 3,000 people to gauge the lengths Americans are willing to go to savor their mother’s home cooked Thanksgiving feast. The survey revealed some rather interesting results!

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Ridgewood NJ, Americans find themselves in a tipping dilemma, navigating through the rise of “tipflation” and evolving expectations. A Pew Research Center study involving 12,000 US adults reveals that 72% believe tipping is now expected in more places than five years ago. However, 40% oppose businesses suggesting tip amounts, and 72% are against automatic service charges or tips on bills.

The search for work-life balance has become a universal goal amid the bustle of modern life, when deadlines loom big and obligations feel never-ending. For many, finding balance feels like an unattainable goal that is just out of reach. But what if there was a job that not only allowed you to follow your nursing passion but also promised a more harmonious work-life balance? It’s time to explore the world of travel nursing, a profession that is redefining traditional healthcare career limits and testing conventional concepts of work-life balance.
“Can travel nurse jobs really help people strike that delicate balance between the rigors of work and the pleasures of life?” It is a question that resonates in the thoughts of nurses and healthcare professionals alike. Let us delve into the intricacies of travel nurse jobs, discussing how these roles, such as ER Travel Nurse Jobs in CA, can offer fulfilling careers while allowing for personal time and exploration.
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Ridgewood NJ, 1986 Super Bowl Champion New York Giants, Running Back, Joe Morris, Defensive End, Leonard Marshall, and Author, Gary Myers. Book signing and Photo-Op for Once A Giant on Saturday November 18th at 11am.

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Zoning Board of Adjustment is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, October 14, to address the revitalization of a garden center situated at 560 Route 17. Currently incapable of serving its purpose as a nursery, the property requires construction for restoration, as determined by its owner, Stockton Bergen LLC. Additionally, the board will assess modifications made to a previously approved plan at 450 Summit Street. The meeting is set to occur at the Village Hall Court Room at 7:30 p.m.
Continue reading Garden Center Looking to Reopen in Ridgewood on Route 17

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Ridgewood NJ, the 2023 “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that New Jersey is 4th in the nation for lung cancer surgery. This means that New Jersey is among the best in the nation for surgery as part of their first course of treatment, though more work is needed to reduce the burden of lung cancer. The American Lung Association’s 6th annual report, released today, highlights the toll of lung cancer in New Jersey and examines key indicators including new cases, survival, early diagnosis, surgical treatment, lack of treatment and screening rates.