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Felony Traffic Stop in Ridgewood Leads to Two Arrests for Suspected Stolen Vehicle

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Two Arrested in Ridgewood Following Felony Traffic Stop Involving Stolen Vehicle

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Ridgewood NJ, a high-risk felony traffic stop conducted by the Ridgewood Police Department led to the arrest of two individuals early Tuesday afternoon, May 6. The incident took place in front of 305 East Ridgewood Avenue, following reports that the white Honda Odyssey van they were operating had recently been stolen.

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Ridgewood Fields Usage – Another flim-flam in the making?

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Ridgewood NJ, a rather disturbing revelation was made by Ridgewood officials during Tuesday’s Fields Committee meeting.

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Former Ridgewood Mayor Ramon Hache sets the Record Straight about Schedler Berm

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Ridgewood NJ, in response to an erroneous and inflammatory comment made during Tuesday’s Fields Committee meeting, former Ridgewood Mayor Ramon Hache clearly indicated that a berm at the Schedler property was built as protection from trucks barreling off of Route 17, not to deliberately make the property inhospitable to a larger athletic field, as is being suggested by some sports group representatives and at least one member of the Village Council.

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BREAKING: Squirrels are again in the Crosshairs of Ridgewood Councilperson Siobhan Winograd

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Ridgewood NJ, first, she publicly expressed her worry about squirrels jumping out of trash cans onto ladies’ handbags in Ridgewood’s Central Business District. Now, Ridgewood Councilperson Siobhan Winograd is worried about those same little furry creatures breaking into the Schedler House and “chewing things up?” Check out the video of this week’s meeting of the Fields Committee if you don’t believe us.

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Former U.S. Senator Democrat Robert Menendez Barred from Running for, Applying for, or Holding any Public Office or Employment in the State of New Jersey

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Ridgewood NJ, The Attorney General’s Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) filed a lawsuit today in New Jersey Superior Court in Mercer County, urging the Court to confirm that former U.S. Senator Robert Menendez is forever disqualified from running for, applying for, or holding any public office or employment in New Jersey state or municipal government and advising Menendez that doing so would constitute contempt of court.  Other defendants subject to the permanent bar have nevertheless sought election to public office.  Former Paterson Mayor Joey Torres was convicted of contempt in 2025 after running for mayor in 2022 in violation of a court order banning him from running for and holding public office.

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Village of Ridgewood Tree Planting Priority

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Ridgewood Invests in Tree Planting to Combat Climate Change and Restore Local Canopy

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Ridgewood NJ, trees are more than just a beautiful part of the landscape—they’re essential to a healthy environment. From filtering air and providing oxygen to preventing soil erosion, reducing heat islands, supporting wildlife, and mitigating climate change, trees play a vital role in sustaining our communities.

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Juvenile Cyclist Declines Medical Attention After Ridgewood Car Accident

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Ridgewood NJ,  a juvenile bicyclist declined medical treatment after a collision with a passenger vehicle late Monday afternoon at the intersection of Cottage Place and Franklin Avenue in Ridgewood.

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Legal Education: Key Mistakes to Watch Out for When Picking a Law School

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There are over 1.3 million lawyers in the United States, according to the American Bar Association’s National Lawyer Population Survey. Each year, thousands more enter the legal profession, intensifying the already competitive landscape. Therefore, for anyone hoping to stand out and build a successful career in law, choosing the right law school isn’t just important—it’s foundational.

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BMW Crashes Into Gas Pump at Exxon Station in Ridgewood — No Injuries Reported

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Ridgewood NJ,  a BMW X5 SUV veered off Route 17 southbound late Sunday afternoon, May 4, crashing directly into a gas pump at the Exxon On The Run station, located between Race Track Road and Franklin Turnpike.

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Cinco de Mayo

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Ridgewood NJ, Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. The day, which falls on Thursday, May 5 in 2022, is also known as Battle of Puebla Day. While it is a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, in the United States, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a commemoration of Mexican culture and heritage, particularly in areas with large Mexican-American populations.

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Help Ridgewood Bloom: Volunteer with the Beautification Team This Spring!

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Ridgewood NJ, ready to dig into something fun? Join the Ridgewood Beautification Team at Van Neste Square on Saturday, May 17 at 7:45 AM for a morning of community gardening and good vibes!

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Get Ready for Summer at Graydon Pool – In-Person Badge Sales Coming Soon!

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Ridgewood NJ, sunny days and poolside fun are right around the corner! No sharks , no jelly fish and no GSP traffic.  Make a splash this summer by grabbing your Graydon Pool badges early.

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Village of Ridgewood Submits Revised Application to the State Historic Preservation Office for Zabriskie-Schedler Park

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Ridgewood Nj, according to the Village Manager Keith Kazmark ,the Zabriskie-Schedler Park Development Project application is once again moving forward.

Yesterday, the Village of Ridgewood submitted a revised application to the State Historic Preservation Office regarding this project. The application and supporting documents have been uploaded to the Village website for public review here: https://www.ridgewoodnj.net/432/Zabriskie-Schedler-SHPO-Application

 

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Ridgewood Indian Community’s Holli in the Village event

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Former Ridgewood Library IT Department Head Admits Embezzling More Than $3 Million

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Ridgewood NJ, a former Ridgewood Library IT department head admitted his role in embezzling approximately $3.2 million from a New Jersey couple, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced.

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