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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A routine visit to a local medical plaza turned into a scene of chaos this week after a dispute escalated into a violent confrontation involving an unlikely weapon: a wall-mounted coat rack.
Ridgewood and the surrounding Bergen County communities are home to some of North Jersey’s most desirable real estate. Tree-lined streets, established neighborhoods, and housing stock with genuine character (from early 20th century Colonials to mid-century ranches) attract families who appreciate what newer developments simply can’t replicate.
Continue reading What Bergen County Homeowners Should Know About Maintaining Older Homes
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Hackensack NJ, a terrifying scene unfolded in Hackensack on Tuesday morning, March 10, when a school bus carrying children struck a pedestrian, leaving her pinned beneath the vehicle. The accident, which occurred during the busy school run, required a high-stakes rescue operation and has sent shockwaves through the local community.
Continue reading Pedestrian Rescued After Being Pinned Under Hackensack School Bus Carrying Children
While many people recognize Rabbi Daniel Sayani as the spiritual leader of Clearview Jewish Center in Whitestone, Queens, and the rov of Kehillas Mevaser Tov in East Brunswick, New Jersey, another important part of his work takes place quietly in nursing homes and healthcare facilities throughout the region.
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Ridgewood NJ, It’s not every day you hear about a boy from Bergen County rising through the ranks of international finance to be honored by a King. Yet, that is exactly the legacy left by Henry “Hank” E. Gooss, a Ridgewood native whose career took him from the halls of Rutgers University to a knighthood in Sweden.
Continue reading From Bergen County to the Royal Palace: The Remarkable Life of Henry ‘Hank’ Gooss
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Ridhgewood NJ, In the quiet enclave of Ridgewood, NJ, a debate is blooming over how to handle the invasive species taking over Twinney Pond. While Councilperson Winograd recently made headlines by suggesting the Village hire a “goat brigade”—a method famously used by the New York City Department of Parks—residents are now looking across the Hudson and asking: What comes next?
Continue reading First Goats, Now Fire? Ridgewood Eyes Radical NYC Tactics for Twinney Pond
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Ridgewood NJ, The digital town square just got a lot more complicated. In a landmark 2024 ruling, Lindke v. Freed, the U.S. Supreme Court fundamentally redefined the rules of engagement for public officials on social media. Now, a high-stakes lawsuit in New Jersey is putting those rules to the ultimate test.
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Ridgewood NJ, The moment Bergen County dessert lovers have been waiting for is finally here. Van Dyk’s Ice Cream, the legendary homemade scoop shop in Ridgewood, has officially announced its seasonal return.
Dust off your spoons and get ready—the “Closed for the Season” sign is coming down, and the smell of fresh waffle cones is about to fill the air on Ackerman Avenue.
Continue reading Ice Cream Season is Back! Van Dyk’s Announces Opening Day in Ridgewood!
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Ridgewood NJ, If you’ve recently spotted a bushy tail darting through your backyard or caught a pair of glowing eyes on your doorbell camera, you aren’t alone. Reports of fox sightings in Ridgewood, are on the rise.
Continue reading Wild Neighbors: Why More Foxes are Being Spotted in Ridgewood Yards
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Ridgewood NJ, The long-awaited arrival of spring is almost here! This Sunday marks the beginning of Daylight Saving Time (DST), which means we get more sunshine in the evening but one less hour of sleep.
Continue reading Losing Sleep? Here is Exactly When the Clocks Change This Weekend
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Ridgewood For years, shoppers have relied on Walmart as the gold standard for low-cost groceries. But if you’re trying to stretch your budget in 2026, the retail landscape has shifted. A major new study released this February by Consumer Reports, in partnership with the Strategic Resource Group, has upended the traditional wisdom, revealing that several chains can save you significantly more at the register than the big-box giant.
Continue reading New Study: The Most (and Least) Expensive Grocery Chains in America
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Ridgewood NJ, A Thursday morning commute turned chaotic in Ridgewood, NJ, when a vehicle veered off the road, jumping a curb and slamming into a local shopping center.
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Ridgewood NJ, The wait is over! We are pleased to announce that regular rear-yard trash collection resumes today, Tuesday, March 3. We want to extend a sincere thank you to our residents for your patience and understanding during the recent temporary suspension. These changes were vital to ensuring the safety of our sanitation crews, and we appreciate your support in keeping our community workers safe.
Continue reading Village of Ridgewood Trash Update: Rear-Yard & Bulk Collection Returns Today
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Ridgewood NJ, Seafood lovers in North Jersey, get your butter and lemon ready. The wait for an authentic Maine lobster roll is about to get a whole lot shorter.
Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls is officially expanding into Bergen County, bringing its acclaimed “no-pretension” seafood concept to the heart of downtown Ridgewood. Taking over the prime real estate at 111 E Ridgewood Avenue, this marks a major milestone for the brand as its first outpost in the county.
Continue reading Maine’s Best is Coming to Bergen: Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls Slated for Ridgewood
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Ridgewood NJ, The New Jersey banking landscape is officially shifting. Fulton Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: FULT) and Blue Foundry Bancorp (Nasdaq: BLFY) have announced a definitive merger agreement, marking a massive expansion for Fulton into the high-growth markets of Northern New Jersey.
Blue Foundry Bank opened in Ridgewood at 235 East Ridgewood Avenue in June of 2021.
Continue reading Banking Move: Fulton Financial Expands Into NJ with $243M Blue Foundry Acquisition
