On this Memorial Day weekend, we remember those who sacrificed their lives for “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who are grieving. May we, as Abraham Lincoln famously said, “highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain–that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom–and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.”
“Pickleball for singles is only for world-class players – all other participants (the remaining 99.99% of players) play doubles. So what good does it do to open the pickleball courts if games must be limited to singles? Few, if any, in Ridgewood will be able to play, and the NJ-Nanny-State continues to place undue and uncontitutional demands and restrictions on our freedom of movement and freedom of association.
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Ridgewood N J, Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 148, increasing the limit on outdoor gatherings from 10 to 25 people and allowing recreational campgrounds to reopen with social distancing measures in place. The limit on indoor gatherings remains at 10 people. The Order takes effect immediately.
“Our steady progress on the road back has been made possible through the hard work and personal responsibility of New Jerseyans to safeguard public health,” said Governor Murphy. “I’m proud that we can confidently take this step today and provide further optimism for the unofficial start of summer.”
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Ridgewood NJ ,the Ridgewood Police report that on May 5, 2020, a Ridgewood Parks Department employee discovered criminal mischief damage at Maple Field Park. The soccer goals were removed from the field during the Covid restrictions and left chained together. An unknown person reportedly cut the chains placed them back on the field and damaged the soccer goals
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Ridgewood NJ, according to the Ridgewood Police Patrol units responded to 490 Route 17 South on a report of an assault in progress on May 5, 2020. Upon arrival, the victim reported having an argument with a co-employee of the business and it became physical when the actor began striking him in the face. The Ridgewood Ambulance responded to the scene and transported the victim to the Valley Hospital for treatment. The victim reported he only wished to document the incident and did not wish to sign a criminal complaint.
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Ridgewood NJ,President Trump on Friday announced that new Centers for Disease Control guidance will classify houses of worship as “essential,” as he called on governors to allow them to open “right now” after being closed during the coronavirus lockdowns.
Trump announced the policy for churches, synagogues and mosques, during a short briefing at the White House.
67 pastors signed a letter to Governor Phil Murphy asking him to let churches reopen in some manner by next Wednesday – or face a lawsuit. The letter, which includes the prospective lawsuit, was a partnership between Family Policy Alliance of New Jersey, attorney Demetrios Stratis of Fair Lawn, New Jersey, and Pastor Walter Nistorenko of Abundant Life Church in Seaville who mobilized pastors from across the state to add their name to this joint good-faith appeal.
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Ridgewood Nj, the Ridgewood Police report that on 5/21/2020, a Ridgewood resident reported to the Ridgewood Police Department that an unidentified man rang her doorbell and asked for a package that she had just received. Although the woman was not expecting a package, she told the man it was addressed to her. He explained that it was a mistake and was really his package. The caller stated that she would hold on to the package and would call him after she figured out if, in fact, a mistake was made. Sgt. Chuck, Det. Cummings and Ptl. Karcher responded to the scene and investigated. After investigation, Mr. Juan Merejo-Munoz, age 25, out of Jersey City was arrested for theft and transported to the police department where he was served with a complaint and released with a 6/5/2020 court date.
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Ridgewood NJ, according to the Ridgewood Police Department a business owner at 88 North Maple Avenue reported an unwanted guest was within the business on May 7, 2020. Patrol units responded and located the individual within the business. The 49 year-old male, formally from Wyckoff, N.J. was arrested and served with a special complaint for Defiant Trespassing. The arrestee was served with the complaint and released with a pending court date.
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Ridgewoood NJ,For 365 days a year, 24 hours a day, Ridgewood Emergency Services highly trained volunteers are immediately available whenever and wherever your emergency occurs. The Emergency Medical Services Division responds to your call for medical assistance while the Special Operations Division responds to a myriad number of requests for assistance.
RES secures the scene for the safety of other responders and the public with emergency lighting, signs, and road detours and closures as well as participating at Village events.
RES Volunteers are here for you. #emsweek
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Ridgewood NJ, The Valley Hospital is proud to have been recognized with an “A” grade for patient safety for the fifteenth time from The Leapfrog Group‘s Spring 2020 Hospital Safety Grade.
Valley was one of only 30 hospitals in New Jersey and one of 867 hospitals out of approximately 2,600 graded nationwide — or the top third — to receive an “A,” ranking it among the safest hospitals in the United States.
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Ridgewood NJ, This designated week, established by presidential proclamation in 1973, is an annual celebration to recognize and appreciate the Emergency Medical Service (EMS) provided by EMTs and Paramedics in communities across our nation. Ridgewood Emergency Services Volunteers provides a vital service to the Village of Ridgewood, 24/7, 365 days of year. The volunteers are constantly training and always willing to leave their loved ones, miss an event and as seen in the current pandemic, risk their lives to help a friend or stranger.
Ridgewood Emergency Services ARE READY TODAY, PREPARING FOR TOMORROW. We salute all our members for their time, dedication and willingness to serve . NATIONAL
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE WEEK should be every week. Thank you for all you do!
photos courtesy of Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47
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Ridgewood NJ, on Wednesday Ridgewood Fire Department “B” Shift using Tower 36 had to remove slate shingles that were falling onto the sidewalk on Broad Street . This is the second instance of concerns over falling debris in recent weeks . No Injuries were reported.
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