Uber, the ridesharing giant, has faced a series of legal battles over the years, primarily centered around its classification of drivers as independent contractors. This classification has led to numerous lawsuits, with drivers and legal entities arguing that they should be treated as employees, entitled to benefits and protections under labor laws.
Continue reading How Uber’s Misclassification of Drivers Sparked Legal Battles
photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, a single family home located in the 300 block of Wastena Terrace, Ridgewood sustained heavy damage to its roof when a large tree limb fell early Saturday afternoon, 10/07. This was the second time in 2 1/2 years the same home was struck and heavily damaged by a falling tree branch. No injuries were reported in the latest incident. Ridgewood Police and Ridgewood Fire Department personnel rushed to assist the homeowners. A municipal building inspector also responded.
Continue reading Ridgewood Home Sustains Heavy Damage From Tree Limb Fall
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Levato Eyewear in Ridgewood is Celebrating its 65th Year! Levato Eyewear, provides a wide range of services from fitting your face with the proper frame to custom lenses that will suit your professional needs as well as your leisure and hobby activities. We carry a variety of brands as well as big name European designers such as Oliver peoples, Prada, John Varvatos and many more.
Continue reading Levato Eyewear in Ridgewood is Celebrating its 65th Year!
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, did Matt Rogers admit to being the historical consultant Peter Primavera’s attorney? At Wednesday evenings Village Council meeting resident Jackie Hone , who was denied an OPRA request under client attorney privilege. Village Attorney Matt Rogers said attorney client privilege extends to consultants hired by the Village .
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, the Octoberfest was moved to JUST Sunday October 8th – 11-6pm! Come Hang with the family – live music, shopping, hayrides, food & more!
The Ridgewood Guild’s Tony Damiano said in a Facebook post,” Regretfully we have to cancel Oktoberfest tomorrow (Saturday.) due to the expected rain. The hayride people cannot conduct the ride because of dangerous conditions and some of the musicians can’t play. The good news is….Sunday Is supposed to be beautiful so we are extending the hours. The new time is 11:00 – 6:00.”
Continue reading Ridgewood “Octoberfest” Moved to Sunday October 8th – 11-6pm!
photo courtesy of Boyd A. Loving
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, add outdated signage to the growing list of complaints about NJDOT’s Park & Ride facility on Route 17 in Ridgewood.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood Nj, we are sad to announce the passing of Preston Walker Stott 18 of Ridgewood on October 3, 2023 .Preston was a senior at Ridgewood High School and a member of the Football team .
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 6th 2023 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Feeney Funeral Home (232 Franklin Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 7th 2023 at 10:30 AM at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel RC Church (1 Passaic St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450).
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Arts Foundation proudly presents the following artists at our inaugural ARTober exhibit at The Stable .
Continue reading Arthur Maynard the Founding Father of the Ridgewood Art Institute
photo courtesy of JH
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood Nj, while serous concerns were raised over the condition of the turf fields the Village Council failed to reach out to flood damaged residents . Sadly it seems like all the attention is on the football field and residents who were flooded felt ignored.
Continue reading Ridgewood Village Council Fails to Reach Out to Residents Hurt by Flood Damage
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, the Maple turf field vendor is reportedly costing the Village $52,000 to clean up Maple field . Putting a turf field in a flood zone can exacerbate flooding in several ways:
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, pedestrian safety activist Frank Geraghty for pointing out that on a daily basis vehicles on East Ridgewood avenue east of Maple avenue make illegal left turns over double lines to get into Jersey Mike’s restaurant parking lot on the north side of avenue. Jersey Mike’s has erected an illegal DO NOT BLOCK sign warning motorists not to block their parking lot entrance which then allows east bound cars to illegally cross double lines while blocking traffic behind them as they enter their parking lot. Saturday is the most dangerous day here.
Embarking on home improvement projects can be both exciting and daunting. Whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast or a novice looking to spruce up your living space, having the right manual can make all the difference. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the various aspects of home projects and how a well-crafted manual can be your trusted companion. From assembling furniture to tackling electrical work, we’ll delve into the key areas that often leave individuals scratching their heads. So, grab your toolkit, and a cup of coffee, and let’s empower you to transform your home with confidence.
Continue reading Read This Manual And Tackle Home Projects With Ease
file photo by Boyd Loving
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, from Jeremy P. Kleiman OEM Coordinator and Keith Kazmark Village Manager ,”in light of recent storm events that caused flooding to areas of the Village near the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook and Saddle River, we want to again share critical sources of information which provide awareness to the extent of potential flooding. In addition to monitoring local weather reports for current weather conditions, we encourage all residents to sign up for the Village’s Emergency Alert Notifications through Ridgewood’s Everbridge account. The link can be found on the Village website by clicking on the red banner at the top of the homepage. In addition, you may access the registration page at the links below:
Continue reading VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FLOODPLAIN RESOURCES
