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The Village of Ridgewood Updates the Leaf Collection Schedule

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Ridgewood NJ, according to the Village Manager Keith Kazmark ,”Now that the leaves have really started to fall, our Streets Division is hard at work collecting the leaves at the curb.  Crews will even be working longer days to get the job done!”

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Beloved Travell Crossing Guard and Glen School lunch lady Stricken with Stage IV Colon Cancer

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Ridgewood NJ, beloved  Travell school crossing guard and Glen School lunch lady Janett Balboa stricken with Stage IV Colon Cancer . Her son Anthony Balboa is organizing  a fundraiser on GOFUNDME.

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Village of Ridgewood Looks at Enhancing it’s Social Media Outreach

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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood looks to improve its social media outreach .The Village Manager Keith Kazmark said in a Facebook post,” Brought the Ridgewood Team to my alma mater today to discuss enhancing social media outreach, marketing the positive, and re-branding strategies with Dr. Brack Healy. Collaboration with other agencies and learning what has worked in other places will only benefit Ridgewood.”

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The Leapfrog Group: The Valley Hospital Earns an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade

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Ridgewood NJ, the Valley Hospital is proud to have been recognized with an “A” grade for patient safety for the 21st time with the release of The Leapfrog Group‘s Fall 2023 Hospital Safety Grade. This national distinction celebrates Valley’s achievements in protecting hospital patients from preventable harm and errors.

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Ridgewood Firefighters Get a New Contract

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Ridgewood NJ, according to Village Manager Keith Kazmark , the Village of Ridgewood signed an updated FMBA Local 47 collective bargaining agreement at Village Hall. It’s a fair contact for both our professional firefighters and for the taxpayers of Ridgewood. To all the members of the Ridgewood Fire Department, thank you for your service to our community and stay safe!

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Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church Collects 104 Turkeys

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Ridgewood NJ, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Ridgewood, held a FROZEN TURKEY & FOOD DRIVE this Saturday, November 4th – 9am to 12noon.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church was looking for 15 frozen turkey breasts for the seniors at Ridgecrest. Fr. English Center, Paterson (one of OLMC recipients) feeds 20,000 people each month! This year volunteers collected 104 turkeys and 40 turkey breasts.

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The Artistic Trio Exhibits Their Artwork at The Gallery at West Side Presbyterian Church in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, three friends who share a love of art – Lisa Hahn, Pat Smythe and Shantala Kaikini – have joined together to showcase their work at The Gallery at West Side Presbyterian Church for the month of November.

The women inspire each other when they get together to paint and share their projects when working solo. They are active members of the Arts Council of Glen Rock and Creative Bergen, a countywide arts nonprofit. Each was selected to participate in the Ridgewood Arts Foundation’s ARTober exhibition at The Stable in Ridgewood.

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Village Manager: Ridgewood is on the Cutting Edge When it Comes to GIS Technology and Infrastructure Management

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Ridgewood NJ, according to the Village Manager Keith Kazmark, Ridgewood is on the cutting edge when it comes to GIS technology and infrastructure management, especially on the Ridgewood Water side. Now, we plan to take it across departments and maximize this powerful tool.

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Legendary Drummer & Founding Member of THE DOORS John Densmore November 8th , 6pm at Bookends in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, THE DOORS: UNHINGED, NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHOR and legendary Doors drummer John Densmore offers a powerful exploration of the “greed gene”—that part of the human psyche that propels us toward the accumulation of more and more wealth, even at the expense of our principles, friendships, and the well-being of society. This is the gripping account of the legal battle to control The Doors’ artistic destiny. In it, Densmore looks at the conflict between his bandmates and him as they fought over the right to use The Doors’ name, revealing the ways in which this struggle mirrors and reflects a much larger societal issue: that no amount of money seems to be enough for even the wealthiest people.

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USPS Christmas Shipping and Mailing Deadlines

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Ridgewood NJ, to assist customers with their preparations for the upcoming busy holiday shopping and shipping season, the U.S. Postal Service is providing 2023 holiday shipping and mailing deadlines. The information below covers domestic, international and military shipping destinations to allow for the timely delivery of cards, letters and packages by Dec. 25th.

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Composting Leaves is an Excellent Way to Recycle Organic Material and Create Nutrient-rich Compost for Your Garden

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Ridgewood NJ, composting leaves is an excellent way to recycle organic material and create nutrient-rich compost for your garden. Here are some techniques to help you effectively compost leaves:

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The Ridgewood Public Library Celebrates 100 years

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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Public Library celebrates 100 years, join Local History Librarian Sarah Kiefer and Village Historian Peggy Norris, as they take a look back at the Ridgewood Library’s history. Learn all about the group of volunteers who started the lending library, which led to the establishment of the George L. Pease Memorial Library in 1923. Light refreshments will be served at the lecture. No registration required. Any questions contact Sarah Kiefer at 201-670-5600 x2135 or [email protected]
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Why Proper Documentation is Key in Work-Related Injury Cases

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If you’ve ever been involved in a work-related injury and needed to make a claim, then you know that proper documentation is key for successful resolution. The truth of the matter is that many employers don’t provide adequate records regarding an employee’s health, safety measures, and any related risks associated with their job. It can be difficult to prove a case without having paperwork to back it up, which makes documenting workplace injuries all the more important. To learn more about how you can  Get Compensation For Your Injuries, continue reading for essential tips and strategies. In this blog post, we’re going to explore why proper documentation is so vital when dealing with work-related injury cases and how you can ensure that your own experience isn’t overlooked. 

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SEEKING RIDGEWOOD RESIDENTS TO VOLUNTEER TO SERVE ON VARIOUS BOARDS AND COMMITTEES DEADLINE – 11/17/2023

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Village Council is looking for residents who are interested in volunteering to serve on the following Boards and Committees: The Zoning Board of Adjustment, The Shade Tree Commission, Ridgewood Green Team Advisory Committee, Project Pride Committee, The Ridgewood Arts Council, The Stigma Free Task Force, The Kasschau Memorial Shell Committee, The Ridgewood Pride Day Committee, and the Historic Preservation Commission, for a Class B member and a Class C member.

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