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Most Voters Give Biden ‘Poor’ Rating on Crime, Immigration

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Ridgewood NJ, President Joe Biden is doing a poor job on both immigration and crime, according to a majority of voters.

A new national telephone and online survey by Rasmussen Reports finds that only 31% of Likely U.S. voters rate Biden excellent or good for his handling of crime and law enforcement issues. That’s down from 34% in July. Fifty-one percent (51%) give Biden a poor rating for his handling of crime, up from 48% in July. (To see survey question wording, click here.)

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Useful Filing Tips for a Disability Claim

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Many people with disabilities don’t know how and where to start the disability application and appeal process. This article is intended as a guide for those who need information about filing SSDI or SSI claims, working while receiving benefits, getting Medicare coverage, and other important issues. 

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Voting With Their feet Americans Continue to Flee High Tax States

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Ridgewood NJ, Americans continue to vote with their feet, in an acceleration of pre-COVID trends way from California and the Northeast and to the South.

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NJ Minimum Wage to Rise to $12/Hour for Most Employees on January 1st

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey’s minimum hourly wage will go up by $1 to $12 per hour, for most employees, on January 1, 2021, the state Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) announced today. 

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Two New High Density Housing Projects Slated for Early 2022 Openings in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, two multi-housing rental projects will be opening early next year. The NoMa to open in February ,billed as “a visionary collection of one and two bedroom rental residences coming soon to North Maple Avenue in downtown Ridgewood. The unique charm of Ridgewood Village shows its colors with an eclectic collection of shops, restaurants, and activities that create a cherished sense of community just moments from the train – and miles from ordinary.”

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Ridgewood Fire Fighters Host Santa Meet and Greet at all Ridgewood Elementary Schools

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Ridgewood NJ, on Thursday December 23rd the Ridgewood Fire Department made the rounds with Santa . Santa visited all Ridgewood elementary schools. Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 thanked all those who came out for the Santa meet and greet . Santa even walked away with a note hopefully everyone got what they wished for!!!

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The Ridgewood blog Holiday Schedule for 2022

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood blog will promote and celebrate the following holidays for 2022:

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New Bulk Pickup Rules Go into Effect in the Village of Ridgewood on January 1st

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Ridgewood NJ, beginning January 1, 2022, each household is limited to putting out a maximum of 7 items on bulk pickup day. This will reduce the amount of bulk refuse being put into the landfills, which will save the Village money.  We request that you consider donating usable items to a non-profit or charity.  One person’s trash is another person’s treasure.  If you have more than 7 items to be picked up, you may request a special pick up from the Village, by calling 201-670-5579.  An extra fee will be charged for the special pick up, per Village ordinance.

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Christmas Tree Pickup in Ridgewood Begins on January 4th

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Ridgewood NJ, Christmas Tree Pickup – The Parks Division will be picking up Christmas trees, with a Tuesday/Eastside and Thursday/Westside pattern with trees being picked up on the Eastside of the Village curbside, not in the street on Tuesdays, January 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th. Trees will then be picked up on the Westside of the Village curbside, not in the street on Thursdays, January 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th. Please remove all ornaments and lights from the Christmas trees and do not place the tree in a plastic bag.

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Americans Head back to Church for Christmas

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Ridgewood NJ, Christmas remains the nation’s most important holiday, Americans say, and more plan to attend religious services to celebrate the holiday this year.

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Deadline Approaches for Ridgewood Resident to Volunteer to Serve on Various Boards and Committees

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Ridgewood NJ, The Village Council is seeking Ridgewood resident to volunteer to serve on various Boards and Committees – DEADLINE – 1/7/2022, interviews will be held on 1/19/2022 – The Ridgewood Village Council is looking for residents who are interested in volunteering to serve on the following Boards and Committees: The Parks, Recreation, and Conservation Board, The Citizens Safety Advisory Committee, The Central Business District Advisory Committee, the Open Space Committee, The Shade Tree Commission, Green Ridgewood, Ridgewood Green Team, and the Historic Preservation Commission, for Class C members.

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Mask Up at Ridgewood Village Hall

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Ridgewood NJ, effective December 27, 2021, it is strongly recommended that ALL people, BOTH vaccinated and unvaccinated, entering Village buildings wear masks, especially where social distancing is not possible.  Thank you for your cooperation in following this policy when you enter Village buildings.

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Ridgewood Police Assist Glen Rock Police to Locate 90-year-old Woman Suffering from Alzheimer’s

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Glen Rock NJ, on Wednesday November 17th at 1:18 PM  Glen Rock PO Matt Stanislao received a report of a 90-year-old woman suffering from Alzheimer’s who had wandered off from a family member’s home. With the assistance of the Ridgewood Police Department, the woman was located on Godwin Avenue and subsequently reunited with her family members.

 

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The Parish Community of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Ridgewood Constructs a sprawling Nativity scene that tells the whole story of Christmas

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Newark NJ,  after the COVID-19 pandemic forced congregations to refrain from celebrating Christmas in-person last year, parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Newark are making plans to help ensure their parishioners enjoy a special Christmas holiday in 2021. Some examples of the many Christmastime initiatives taking place in churches throughout Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union counties this season include the following:

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Ridgewood Library Covid Policy Unchallenged By Community

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Posted at the entrance of the Ridgewood library and the top of ridgewoodlibary.org:

“Masks are required for unvaccinated visitors and strongly encouraged for all. Masks are required for all in the Children’s Center.”

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