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SUV Loses Control and Careens into a Chain Link Fence in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, the driver of a Mercedes Benz SUV lost control of her vehicle while exiting a North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood business early Friday afternoon, 05/26, and crashed into a nearby chain link fence. No injuries were reported in the incident, but the black colored Mercedes sustained damage that required a tow truck to remove it from the scene. Ridgewood Police Patrol Division officers Christopher Mormino and Miguel Torres-Lopez investigated the crash.

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Paws & Property: Over 139k Pets Living Illegally in Rented Homes Across New Jersey

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  • 82% of pet owners would be willing to pay an additional fee to keep them.
  • Half of renters are put off pet ownership due to the challenges they would have keeping them. 
  • Interactive map map showing the number of illegal pets in each state.

Ridgewood NJ, having a pet, and renting a property, poses challenges. Landlords are often reluctant to allow them – barking, shredded cushions, scratched furniture being some of the reasons. But figures show that 86 million households own a pet – and also that 1 in 3 of them rent. Ergo, this must mean that there are a lot of renters out there who live with their pet in someone else’s property – but how many of them have actually declared them to their landlord?

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Fairleigh Dickinson University Poll: Italian Americans Still Politically Distinct in NJ

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Madison NJ, Seventeen percent of New Jersey residents claim Italian ancestry, but in an era where immigrants from around the world are making the state more diverse, are Italian Americans still a distinct group? According to the latest results from the FDU Poll, Italian Americans, and especially Italian American men, remain different politically from other whites in the state, and are much more likely to be Republicans and support former President Trump.

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Despite budget crunch, Ridgewood Village Council continues plan to purchase & develop vacant auto repair shop property

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Ridgewood NJ, “No money; no money; no money!” “Forget about it!” “It isn’t going to happen this year!”

Those are the responses Ridgewood’s taxpayers pleading for safety improvements (e.g., sidewalks and a pedestrian bridge repair/replacement) have been getting from Village Council members for the past few months.

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Hours of operation cut at Ridgewood’s Graydon Pool?

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Village Manager Heather Mailander announced during Wednesday evening’s Village Council Public Workshop that the hours of Graydon Pool will be from 11:00 AM through 7:00 PM for the Summer 2023 swimming season.

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Ridgewood: Fishing to Free the Mind – May 29, 2023 – 2 Sessions – 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. or 12:20 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

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Ridgewood NJ, Fishing to Free the Mind – May 29, 2023 – 2 Sessions – 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. or 12:20 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. – This event is sponsored by the Ridgewood Recreation Department as part of the Village of Ridgewood’s “Spring Into Health” 2023 Wellness Series. Register at www.ridgewoodnj.net/communitypass.

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Untangling Assets: 6 Essential Steps for Divorce Estate Management

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Divorce can be a complex and emotionally challenging process, especially when it comes to untangling shared assets and planning for the future. Estate management during a divorce requires careful consideration to ensure a fair and smooth distribution of assets while protecting the interests of both parties involved. By navigating this intricate terrain with foresight and strategic planning, individuals can secure their financial stability and protect their legacies. In this article, we will explore six essential steps for effective divorce estate management, providing valuable insights and practical guidance for individuals going through this challenging phase of life.

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The 65th Anniversary Season of The Kasschau Memorial Shell – Veterans Field in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, The 65th Anniversary Season of The Kasschau Memorial Shell – Veterans Field – behind the Ridgewood Public Library, will begin on June 1st at 8:00 p.m. The performances will continue on Tuesday and Thursday evenings through the beginning of August. The performance are free and open to the public. Please bring a chair or a blanket. To help fund the newest season of programming, the shell is running a community donation campaign with the goal of raising $25,000. Funds raised will be used to produce upcoming events, as well as the scholarship fund. Donations may be made on the Shell’s website: www.KasschauMemorialShell.com. All contributing donors will be recognized on the Kasschau Memorial Shell website, while donors that contribute $50 or more will be recognized on a donor wall that will be present at all concerts throughout the 2023 season.

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Ridgewood Guild’s “Music in the Night” Starts May 26th

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Ridgewood NJ, the 14th Annual Season of the Ridgewood Guild’s “Music in the Night” – There will be music in various locations on Friday nights, starting May 26th through Labor Day.

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Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos does NOT “live across the street from a school”

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Ridgewood NJ, for the record, and despite a claim made in an E-Notice dated May 23, 2023, Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos does NOT “live across the street from a school.”

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How To Wear Jewellery To Show Who You Are

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Jewellery has been utilised for a number of different purposes throughout the years. While originally designed to ward off evil spirits, it soon became a way to demonstrate wealth and power, with most jewellery wearers coming from a certain class of people.

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Yoga in the Treetops at The James Rose Center in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, Yoga in the Treetops at The James Rose Center 9:30-10:45 – register online. Take time mid-week with a Vinyasa flow yoga class followed with a centering meditation. Therapeutic yoga for the body and the mind! All levels welcome. Please bring your own mat.

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Ridgewood Memorial Day Service – May 29, 2023 – 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square

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Ridgewood NJ, Memorial Day Service – May 29, 2023 – 11:00 a.m. – Memorial Park at Van Neste Square– This service is sponsored by American Legion Post 53 – Please come and honor those who have served our country.

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Ridgewood Public Library Foundation Clambake

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Public Library Foundation Clambake is excited to return to one of our favorite locations – Ridgewood Country Club – to celebrate the library‘s 100th anniversary! Guests will enjoy delicious clambake fare, signature cocktails and full bars at RCC’s newly-renovated clubhouse.

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