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Lifeguard Shortage Impacts Graydon Pool Hours in Ridgewood

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For the safety of patrons, the Village Council has approved for the Ridgewood Department of Parks & Recreation to modify the hours at the Graydon Pool facility effective Saturday, June 25th, due to the national & local lifeguard shortage.

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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD NOMINATING PACKETS AVAILABLE FOR RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL

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Ridgewood NJ, nominating packets are available for Ridgewood residents who are registered voters and wish to run for and serve on the Ridgewood Village Council.  They may be picked up at the Village Clerk’s Office in Village Hall, 131 North Maple Avenue, during the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except legal holidays.  The deadline for filing completed nominating petitions is September 6, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. 

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Ridgewood Public Library : The New Workforce Norm..the Gig Economy with Walter Perog

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Ridgewood NJ, Walter Perog presents on the new workforce norm sweeping the country: the gig economy. But what is this ‘gig economy’ all about? Well, it’s a newly popularized social work-order contract between an employer and you. Over 43 million workers left full-time employment alone in 2021 and what did these unemployed people do? Baby-boomers retired, many became freelancers/gig workers, demanding job flexibility like working from home, and lastly, others quit due to debilitating emotional trauma caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Why Are Investors Interested In Kratom?

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Do you know, for investors, every new project or substance is an opportunity to expand their chances of success? Like other industries, the health and wellness industry is also experiencing tectonic shifts. The shifts appear when underground drops are thrust up into the mainstream. Every new addition to the market landscape becomes a potential win-win for investors. The investors know their benefits will lure in customers, whether CBD or other botanicals. Therefore, investing is always good when the market is small and you know it will increase threefold. This time too, a new substance has surfaced to attention: Kratom, and  we can use the best Kratom strain for energy.

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A RIDGEWOOD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONCERT OFFERING TRIBUTE TO JUNETEENTH

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra’s last formal concert of the season will feature a piece by William Grant Still, a Black composer of operas, ballets, symphonies, and other works who was regarded by the end of his life as the dean of African-American composers.

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‘Divorce lawyer’ online searches by Ridgewood couples among the highest in NJ over the pandemic

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  • Study of Google search data reveals the top 100 NJ cities for online divorce searches.
  • In #1 place, with the highest number of searches for ‘divorce lawyers’ relative to population size was Princeton.
  • Infographic included.

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How Can Lawyers Help People Who Are In A Disadvantageous Position

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There are many people who find themselves in a disadvantageous position in life. They may be struggling with a disability, going through a difficult time, or facing an impossible situation. In these cases, it can be helpful to have a lawyer on your side. Lawyers can help people by advocating for their rights, providing legal advice, and helping them understand their options. If you need help and don’t know where to turn, please don’t hesitate to contact a lawyer!

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New Jersey Ranks 6th Worst State for Summer Road Trips in 2022

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Ridgewood NJ, with nearly 80% of U.S. adults saying they will take some sort of road trip this summer, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2022’s Best & Worst States for Summer Road Trips.
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Different Types of Dumpster Rental Options

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What kind of home renovation project are you planning? Is it time to clean up? As soon as your junk drawer looks like a junk garage, you know it’s time to start purging.

Seeking a dumpster rental near me is an excellent option if you don’t have access to a dumpster and need to rent one. Dumpsters are an essential resource that you should use properly. Dumpster rentals are helpful for a variety of commercial and residential applications. Places like https://www.a-1servicegroup.com/dumpster-rental-burlington-nc offer a variety of dumpster sizes to accommodate your project, ensuring a clean and efficient cleanup.

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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL PUBLIC WORKSHOP AND SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING JUNE 22, 2022 7:30 P.M.

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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
JUNE 22, 2022
7:30 P.M.

1.         7:30 pm – Call to Order – Mayor

2.         Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act

Mayor: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin    board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood NewsThe Record, and by submission      to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and          time of this meeting.”

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Voters Not Buying White House Spin on Economy and Inflation

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Ridgewood NJ, a new poll conducted at Issues & Insights by the TIPP polling group asked 1,300 Americans who’s responsible for “causing the current inflation?”

A stunning 64% said Biden was “responsible,” choosing either “very” or “somewhat responsible” versus 25% answered “not very” or “not at all responsible.” Even 53% of Democrats say Biden is responsible for the surge in prices.

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Reduced Road trips: New Jersey Roadtrippers will travel only as far as Washington City, DC, due to soaring gas prices, find survey

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  • High gas prices and soaring inflation are reducing road trips by 227 miles.
  • New Jersey families planning road trips will travel 40% less distance on average. 
  • Infographic showing reduced road trips across the country.

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Ridgewood Crew Sends Five Rowers To Youth Nationals

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Crew has returned from the US Rowing Youth National Championship held at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, FL from June 9-12, 2022. Two hundred ten clubs participated. Ridgewood Crew sent two boats after qualifying at the US Rowing Mid-Atlantic Youth Championship Regatta.

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Most People Don’t Think Workforce Diversity Efforts Improve Race Relations

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Just 29% Think Workforce Diversity Efforts Improve Race Relations

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Ridgewood NJ, most Americans support efforts to increase diversity in the workforce, but believe this is likely to lead to racial and gender quotas, and most don’t think diversity efforts are improving race relations.

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Open Mic Night at West Side Presbyterian Church

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Ridgewood NJ, singers, guitarists, pianists, poets…are you interested in performing in front of a live, appreciative audience? Come to West Side Presbyterian Church’s inaugural Open Mic Night on June 29! Doors open at 6:30 pm. Live music starts at 7:00 pm.

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