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World Naked Gardening Day is on May 3rd: 2025’s Best Cities for Naked Gardening

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Ridgewood NJ, spring is in the air, and so are a few bare cheeks just ahead of World Naked Gardening Day on May 3, LawnStarter dug into the data to uncover 2025’s Best Cities for Naked Gardening. These cities let you weed in the buff without getting tangled up in legal trouble. Sorry folks Ridgewood didn’t make the list ,but maybe better luck next year perhaps we can coordinate it with Earth Day.

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Roof Replacement 101: Everything You Need to Know Before Starting

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Every roof eventually reaches the end of its useful life, no matter how well it’s maintained. At Class Roofing, we help homeowners recognize when that time has come and guide them through the roof replacement process with confidence. Replacing a roof is a major investment—but it’s one that protects your home, your family, and your future.

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What Makes a Great HVAC Contractor? 6 Traits Every Homeowner Should Look For

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Choosing an HVAC contractor isn’t something you want to rush—especially when the comfort of your home (and the size of your energy bill) are on the line. Whether you’re facing a mid-July AC breakdown or prepping your furnace before a deep winter freeze, finding the right professional makes all the difference.

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Ridgewood Baseball and Softball Association (RBSA) Kicks Off Season with Opening Day Parade and Family Fun Day

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Baseball and Softball Association (RBSA) officially kicked off the 2025 season with its highly anticipated Opening Day Parade and Family Fun Day at Veterans Memorial Field on Saturday, April 26.

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Ridgewood Indian Community Holds Candlelight Vigil For Those Murdered in Pahalgam India

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Ridgewood NJ, a Candlelight Vigil was held Sunday April 27th at 6:45 PM, organized by the Ridgewood Indian Community, Hindu Heritage Network, Hindu Samaj Temple in Mahwah, Glen Rock Indian Community, Fair Lawn Hindu Community and Riverdell Indian association. The event was attended by elected officials, religious leaders, and community representatives from these towns and surrounding areas.

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Ridgewood Village Council : “TRANSPARENCY”

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Ridgewood NJ, Mayor Vagianos and Village Manager Keith Kazmark speak about TRANSPARENCY incessantly.  They act like they invented it and are the poster-people for open government.   Mr Kazmark recently called a resident a HYPOCRITE, but in fact who is the hypocrite?

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CORRECTION: Ridgewood Residents Express Concerns Over Kazmark’s Past and Leadership Style

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Hi James, 

I’m reaching out to request a correction to the article you published today concerning Keith Kazmark’s past.

In the piece, you mischaracterize Ron Arnau’s tenure on the town council and as municipal chair of the Woodland Park Democrats. To clarify: Ron’s service did not overlap with Mr. Kazmark’s. Ron was appointed to fill Tracy Kallert’s seat on the council, and any quotes attributed to him in the article were not made in reference to Mr. Kazmark or his tenure in Woodland Park politics.

We respect and support your commitment to producing free and independent local journalism. However, we ask that reporting remain accurate. As it stands, the article misrepresents both Ron’s statements and the political history of Woodland Park. We would greatly appreciate a correction.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

In solidarity,
Kenna Srivastava
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Campaign Manager, Arnau for Assembly

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How to Extend the Life of Your HVAC System Through Preventive Maintenance

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Homeowners depend on their HVAC systems more than they realize—whether it’s for cozy warmth during winter’s chill or refreshing coolness during a sweltering summer. Yet, while HVAC systems work hard behind the scenes, they are often taken for granted until something goes wrong. Preventive maintenance is the key to ensuring your system continues running efficiently and reliably for years to come.

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Ridgewood’s 2025 Taxes — What the Numbers Really Say

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Ridgewood NJ, As Ridgewood residents debate the 2025 municipal budget and the impact of Valley Hospital joining the tax rolls, it’s important to look carefully — and fairly — at what’s happening with taxes.

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Can You Get a DUI in a Self-Driving Car? What the Law Says as of 2024

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Ridgewood NJ, as self-driving technology advances, many people wonder: Can you get a DUI in a self-driving car? The answer is yes—at least for now, depending on the technology level and the laws in your state.

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NJMVC Launches REAL ID Emergency Issuance Program

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Ridgewood NJ, following the TSA’s announcement that full REAL ID enforcement will begin on May 7, 2025, the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) will be launching a REAL ID emergency issuance program for qualified customers who need to board a domestic flight within 14 days for life-or-death reasons or for urgent travel plans and do not have an acceptable form of identification to clear TSA checkpoints.

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Society Cafe Welcomes Award-Winning Singer-Songwriters Marc Douglas Berardo and Danielle Miraglia for a Night of Original Music

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Ridgewood NJ, Society Cafe is thrilled to announce a special evening of live music featuring award-winning singer-songwriters Marc Douglas Berardo and Danielle Miraglia! Join us for an unforgettable night of original music, storytelling, and soulful performances.

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Ridgewood Daffodil Festival and Earth Day Celebration Returns with Daffy Dog Parade

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Daffodil Festival and Earth Day Fair  Sunday, April 27, 2025

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Ridgewood NJ, get ready for a day of springtime fun, sustainability, and furry friends! Ridgewood’s beloved Daffodil Festival for Earth Day is back, and it’s bringing with it a fan-favorite tradition — the Daffy Dog Parade.

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Ridgewood Bans Bikes, Scooters, and Micromobility Devices on Sidewalks in Central Business District

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Ridgewood NJ, in a move aimed at improving pedestrian safety and sidewalk accessibility, the Village of Ridgewood has passed an ordinance amending Chapter 241 of the Village Code to prohibit the use of bicycles, skateboards, scooters, and micromobility devices on public sidewalks, driveways, and parking lot entrances/exits within the Central Business District (CBD).

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