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Want to Start Quilting? Here’s How

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Quilting is an activity that many quilters find relaxing and enjoyable. It can also be a way to boost creativity while providing you with a great hobby! There are quilts for every occasion, whether it’s for your children’s bedroom or as an art project. In this article, you’ll learn the basics of quilting so that you can get started right away!

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Village Council Fails to Follow CDC Recommendation Regarding Mask Wearing

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Despite a recent recommendation by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that all people in Bergen County, including those fully vaccinated, wear face coverings/masks indoors, in public places, no members of the Ridgewood Village Council, nor anyone else on the dais, were observed wearing face coverings/ masks during their Public Work Session, held on Wednesday, August 4.

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Village of Ridgewood seeks to acquire Town Garage Property via Eminent Domain Process

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The Village Council announced during its Wednesday night Public Work Session a proposal to acquire via an eminent domain/condemnation process the former Town Garage property on Franklin Avenue near South Walnut Street.  The Village’s intent is to turn the property into a pocket park (park, not parking).

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How To Properly Declutter Before Moving

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Packing and moving unnecessary clutter you accumulated over the years only to throw it away once you get to your new place doesn’t make sense. Add to that equation the cost of a moving company, and it will be clear that it’s time to declutter! 

And think about it — moving to an entirely new place should give you a fresh start. Maybe you also want to add a sprinkle of fresh decor. Holding onto old items you haven’t used for ages doesn’t do you any good. Plus, decluttering will also bring you down memory lane before leaping into a big transition period.

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The Main Causes Of Car Accidents And How To Prevent Them

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In some states, car accidents are common, and most car crashes are due to human error. You might be careful on the road and adhering to all road rules, but you are not the only one on the road. There are other drivers who can, and in most cases, cause an accident. You should never take any faults, especially if you know that the other party caused it. People make small mistakes while on the road, and it’s such mistakes that happen to endanger other drivers and passengers on the road. Below are some of the leading causes of car accidents and how to prevent them.

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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA August 4, 2021 7:30 P.M.

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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
August 4, 2021
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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Crash at the intersection of Linwood Avenue and Northern Parkway in Ridgewood sends Victim Valley Hospital

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Police, Ridgewood Fire Department, and Ridgewood EMS personnel rushed to aid an individual who was injured in a two (2) vehicle crash at the intersection of Linwood Avenue and Northern Parkway on Monday afternoon, 08/02. The victim, who sustained a non-life threatening ankle injury, was transported by ambulance to The Valley Hospital. A tow truck removed both wrecked sedans from the scene.

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Peace, Love, and Antisemitism in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, yesterdays Ben and Jerry’s story gathered some interesting comments , oddly the same company boycotting Israel will sell ice in Iran were gays are hung for being gay . And for those who “really care about the Palestinians, they have more rights in Israel than any Arab country by far.

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Is Your Drinking Water Safe? Here Are 6 Ways To Find Out

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First of all, relax, this is really not as technical as it sounds. You don’t have to get a degree in “water safety measures” to be able to check the safety status of your drinking water; you just need to read a lot of reports. 

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Generac Power Systems is recalling DR 6500 Watt and 8000 Watt portable generators

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Ridgewood NJ, Generac Power Systems is recalling 325,735 units of Generac and DR 6500 Watt and 8000 Watt portable generators for potential risk of finger amputation and crushing hazards, a statement by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) showed. These include 4,575 units sold in Canada.

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Ridgewood Ben & Jerry’s Targeted by Protests Over Company’s Anti-Semitic Stance

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Ridgewood NJ, after Ben & Jerry’s said it was going to stop selling its ice cream in the Israeli-occupied West Bank and contested east Jerusalem, saying the sales in the territories sought by the Palestinians are “inconsistent with our values.”

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Ridgewood Pedestrian Plaza runs through Saturday, September 4th, 2021, from  11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Pedestrian Plaza started on July 10th and runs through Saturday, September 4th, 2021, from  11:00 AM – 10:00 PM in downtown Ridgewood and West Side.

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Multiple agencies are actively investigating an elder exploitation scam commonly referred to as the Grandparent Bail Scam

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Ridgewood NJ, Multiple agencies are actively investigating an elder exploitation scam commonly referred to as the Grandparent Bail Scam. The scam occurs when a caller contacts an elderly victim and portrays themselves as the grandchild of the victim and advises the victim, they have been involved in a serious motor vehicle accident, have been arrested, and require money for bail.⁣

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Toni Modak Promoted to Vice President of Valley Home Care

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Ridgewood NJ, Valley Health System is pleased to announce the promotion of Toni Modak, MBA, BSN, RN, to the position of Vice President for Valley Home Care (VHC), and a new member of the Valley Health System Executive Staff. Toni’s promotion was effective this month.

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Please continue to wear a mask, regardless of vaccination status, when visiting all Valley Health System

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and State Health Commissioner Judy Persichilli have recommended that New Jersey residents, both vaccinated and unvaccinated, wear masks indoors when there is an increased risk of COVID-19. This recommendation follows the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated guidance that included a recommendation that all individuals resume indoor masking to prevent the community spread of COVID-19.

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