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American Legion Post 53 Reconsiders Gold Star Monument Donation to Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ,at the December 7th Village Public workshop two members of the Village Council continue to take issue with the Gold Star Monument donated by the American Legion Post 53. Apparently 2 council members Pamela Perron and Paul Vagianos either don’t like veterans or their judgement is clouded by their own agenda .

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The Village of Ridgewood Central Business District Revitalization

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Business owners, members of the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce and Ridgewood Guild met Wednesday morning in an effort to unlock the key to jump start the central business district .

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Tips on How to Maintain Your New Jersey Home’s Outdoor Lights

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How do you keep your house breathtakingly beautiful even when the sun has already set and darkness fills the place? This is where the magic of outdoor lights comes in! Installing these lights is not limited to providing illumination during the night, as it also adds a vibe and enhances a certain level of curb appeal to your home.  

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NJ TRANSIT RELAUNCHES ADOPT-A-STATION PROGRAM

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Ridgewood NJ , NJTRANSIT  relaunched its Adopt-A-Station program with a new partnership with American Express. Community groups can “adopt” their local train station to maintain its character as a focal point of their neighborhood by planting flowers, performing light landscaping and maintenance and removing litter. As part of the program, NJ TRANSIT will provide community groups with supplies such as safety vests, gloves and trash bags thanks to the generous sponsorship from American Express. In addition, the community groups are recognized at the station through signage.

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The OPRAmachine platform celebrates its 5th anniversary

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Ridgewood NJ, yesterday the OPRAmachine platform celebrated its 5th anniversary helping residents of New Jersey  shine a light on the rampant political corruption in the state . OPRA remains a key tool to access public information amid the state’s effort to weaken public disclosure by New Jersey politicians.

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How To Choose A Legal Representative Depending On Your Situation

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No one knows what the future holds, and sometimes it’s helpful to have a legal representative in case something terrible happens. However, only some people need the same type of legal representation. However, if you need legal representation, there are a few key factors to consider when choosing a lawyer. Let’s look at some of the different types of legal representatives and how to choose one, depending on your situation.

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Hudson Street Parking Garage Free Parking on Saturdays

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Ridgewood NJ, come to shop and dine in Ridgewood, and enjoy free Holiday Parking on December 10th, 17th, and 24th at the Hudson Street Garage (corner of Prospect Street and Broad Street), on the 2nd and 3rd floors only.  Maximum of 4 hours.

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Package Shipping Deadline for FedEx, UPS, and USPS For Christmas , Hanukkah and Kwanzaa

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Ridgewood NJ, the three major shipping and delivery companies have already announced the dates you need to make sure your packages show up before Dec. 25.

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West Side Volunteers Pack 10,000 Meals in Two Hours

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Ridgewood NJ, Assemble and pack 10,000 meals in two hours?! That is what 75 members and friends of West Side Presbyterian Church were able to accomplish for Rise Against Hunger, a growing global movement to end hunger by empowering communities, nourishing lives and responding to emergencies.

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Study Finds One-third of New Jerseyans’ daily fluid intake is made up of caffeine and alcohol

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  • Half consider themselves to be ‘booze fit’.
  • 1 in 3 deem alcohol and coffee as essential purchases in their weekly shops.
  • The average drinker spends a fairly substantial $947 per year on hangover comfort food and coffees.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Bada Bing, Joe’s and Starbucks – with over 120,00 bars and coffee shops in America alone, it’s fair to say we love a drink, whether it contains booze or caffeine. And according to a recent study commissioned by DrugGenius.com, millions of us are fueling the workday with coffees, and taking the edge off in the evenings with a nightcap.

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New Jersey Choral Society Celebrates Holidays with “Caroling, Caroling Around the World”

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Ridgewood NJ, the New Jersey Choral Society’s festive holiday concert “Caroling, Caroling Around the World” will take you on an uplifting international musical journey. You will be transported to Germany, Norway, France, Ireland, the Czech Republic, the Ukraine, Great Britain and Spain where you will hear stirring and traditional ethnic carols such as I Saw Three Ships, Carol of the Bells, Silent Night, Sussex Carol, Riu, Riu, Chiu, Good King Wenceslas, and Wexford Carol.

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