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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Local political tensions reached a boiling point last night as the Ridgewood Village Council voted 4-1 to formally accept $264,000 in private donations from local sports organizations.
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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Residents tuning in to last night’s Ridgewood Village Council meeting may have experienced broadcast interruptions due to an unexpected technical failure.
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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Newly released records from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) shed light on the growing environmental complexities surrounding the Village of Ridgewood’s Schedler property.
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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Local heroism and rapid decision-making prevented a major emergency in Ridgewood when a sanitation truck collecting bulk refuse suddenly caught fire.
The truck driver noticed heavy smoke billowing from the vehicle while on route. Acting swiftly to avoid catastrophic damage or a street-level disaster, the driver pulled into the Graydon Pool parking lot, where the burning contents were safely dumped onto open pavement.
(Pictured left to right: Assemblyman Gary Schaer; Yolanda McCollom, Ridgewood Water Engineer; Mike Furrey, Jersey Water Works; and Deandrah Cameron, New Jersey Future.)
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — In a major recognition of local leadership driving statewide water infrastructure reform, the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly have issued an official legislative resolution honoring the Jersey Water Works Lead Service Line Implementation Work Group.
Have you ever scrolled through home decor inspiration and felt like trends change faster than you can keep up? One minute it’s all about minimalist gray, and the next it’s bold, maximalist color. This constant cycle can be exhausting and expensive. The answer isn’t to stop decorating, but to shift your focus from fleeting fads to classic design elements that offer lasting style and substance.
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Sponsors want more than a logo on a banner these days. They want to feel like part of the experience, not just a name floating in the background. If you’re planning an event, you have way more room to get creative than you might think. The right approach can turn a sponsor mention into something people actually remember.
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Ridgewood NJ, Reports and local chatter are circulating across Bergen County regarding alleged unlawful dumping activities tied to a prominent regional landscaping company.
According to eyewitness observations, a commercial landscaping crew was seen dumping waste materials along Route 17 Southbound in Ridgewood. Initial rumors pointed to activity near the Schedler property, while subsequent reports claimed dumping took place at a Route 17 location associated with local business owner Denny Wiggers—despite records showing he does not hold ownership of a Route 17 parcel in that area.
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Ridgewood NJ, The Village of Ridgewood has officially received certification for the 2026 Bergen County tax rate, paving the way for 2026/2027 property tax bills to be mailed to residents in the coming weeks.
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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — A staple of the local dining scene has officially closed its doors. Hama Korean Cuisine (popularly known as Hama Tofu House), located at 88 Godwin Avenue, has permanently shut after nearly two decades of serving the community.
Continue reading Hama Korean Cuisine Closes Its Doors on Godwin Avenue in Ridgewood
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Ridgewood NJ, When artificial athletic fields are pitched to local communities, the promise is almost always the same: low maintenance, instant playability after rain, and long-term savings. However, public records obtained from the Village of Ridgewood reveal a starkly different reality when synthetic turf meets severe weather.
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Ridgewood NJ, A powerful line of severe thunderstorms swept through New Jersey on Friday, August 7, packing 60 mph wind gusts that brought down trees, tore down power lines, and left tens of thousands of homes and businesses without electricity across the Garden State.
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Ridgewood NJ, Summer isn’t over yet! Beat the late-August heat and soak up the sun at Graydon Pool at a discounted rate. Whether you want to splash with the family or relax poolside, now is the perfect time to grab your end-of-season membership badge and make the most of the remaining warm days.
Continue reading Catch Late Summer Savings: Grab Your Discounted Graydon Pool Pass Today!
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Ridgewood NJ, The Village of Ridgewood is preparing to vote on a supplemental bond ordinance that would appropriate $375,000 to extend an option agreement to purchase the historic Warner Theater.
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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey’s town squares still do actual work. Some sit at colonial commons where Revolutionary War troops once drilled, while others grew up around historic railroad depots and river landings. A few even pull triple duty as pedestrian malls, seasonal farmers markets, and evening concert venues.
Continue reading Ridgewood Named One of Most Charming Town Squares in New Jersey by WorldAtlas
