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NEW JERSEY CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY LAW CHANGES EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 1,2015

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Any child under the age of 8 years old and a height of 57 inches shall be secured as follows in the rear seat of a motor vehicle:

a. A child under the age of 2 years and 30 pounds shall be secured in a rear-facing seat equipped with a 5-point harness.

b. A child under the age of 4 years and 40 pounds shall be secured as described in (a) until they reach the upper limits of the rear-facing seat, then in a forward-facing child restraint equipped with a 5-point harness.

c. A child under the age of 8 and a height of 57 inches shall be secured as described in (a) or (b) until they reach the upper limits of the rear-facing or forwardfacing seat, then in a belt positioning booster seat.

d. A child over 8 years of age or 57 inches in height must be properly secured by a seat belt.

If there are no rear seats, the child shall be secured as described above in the front seat except that no child shall be secured in a rear-facing seat in the front seat of any vehicle that is equipped with an active passenger-side airbag. The aforementioned is acceptable if the airbag is de-activated.

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Reader asserts “distracted driving” is caused by boredom from driving so slowly.

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The 25 mph speed limit is more dangerous than 35mph.
The rate of travel is so slow that your mind wanders.
You are lulled by the slow rate of speed to think you are able to safely perform other tasks – like texting – you feel confident in your ability to perform these tasks due to the slow rate of travel.
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A 35mph (or even 30mph) speed limit is inherently safer since it requires more concentration by the driver but is still well within the capabilities of virtually every driver (unlike say a 100mph speed limit which requires even more concentration, knowledge and reactions but is beyond the capabilities of many drivers).
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The village wide 25mph edict is another wrong headed politically correct decision that has the reverse results of its intent – making our streets more dangerous rather than safer

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Driver Loses Control and Hits Tree in Ridgewood

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Driver Loses Control and Hits Tree in Ridgewood
August 30,2015
the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ , The female driver of an older model Honda CRV sustained non-life threatening injuries after losing control of her vehicle, which then left the roadway, striking a fence and a tree at approximately 9:00 AM Sunday, 08/30 in front of 259 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood.

The victim was transported by a Ridgewood EMS ambulance to The Valley Hospital. Ridgewood PD is investigating the cause of the crash. The wrecked vehicle was removed from the scene by a flatbed tow truck.

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Ridgewood Police Investigate $4000 worth of Missing dry cleaning

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August 30th 2015
the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood POlice report that on Monday August 24, 2015 a Heights Road resident reported that sometime between August 18, 2015 and August 24, 2015 someone had removed clothing valued at approximately $4000. from outside of his/her home where it had been delivered by a cleaning service.

 

Details such as sizes and or dress sizes , nor the gender of  the clothing where not released by the Ridgewood Police

The matter is being investigated by the detective bureau.

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Workman Electrocuted Himself with Floor Sander in Ridgewood

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August 30,2015
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewoood NJ, Ridgewood Police report that on Saturday August 22, 2015 police and fire units responded to the West Side Presbyterian Church on the report that a man had been electrocuted while working in the basement.
At the scene a worker was found unresponsive on the floor near an electrical box. He was transported to Hackensack Medical Center by the Ridgewood Volunteer Ambulance Squad.
It was later learned that the man had been attempting to connect a floor sander directly to the electrical box. This is not an accepted way of powering any type of equipment and electrical boxes and connections should only be handled by properly licensed technicians.
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Hiring a home improvement contractor: the do’s and dont’s

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AUGUST 30, 2015    LAST UPDATED: SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2015, 6:51 AM
BY MELANIE ANZIDEI
STAFF WRITER |
THE RECORD

Beth Blum of Paramus thought renovating her kitchen in the spring of 2014 would be a simple way to keep her mind off things.

“I had just become widowed and I wanted to do something for myself,” said Blum. “I didn’t look into it.”

Blum took the word of an old friend, who recommended ABC Construction for the job. She didn’t do any research on the contractor, and didn’t hesitate when the contractor asked for $6,000 before work began.

What she got was a kitchen that did not pass municipal inspections, cabinets that were left in boxes, water lines that were disconnected and a contractor who wouldn’t answer the phone. She later found other dissatisfied customers through a simple online search.

“I didn’t check anything, but once I did, then I got scared,” she said.

https://www.northjersey.com/towns/renovate-without-the-headaches-1.1400844

 

Top tips : Before hiring a home improvement contractor:

Get written estimates from at least three contractors.
Investigate financing options for your project.
Do not pay for the entire project upfront and do not pay with cash.
Obtain a written contract.
Ask for a lien waiver.

Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs.

For more tips on hiring a contractor, visit:njconsumeraffairs.gov/News/Consumer%20Briefs/hiring-home-improvement-contractors.pdf

To check the registration status of a HIC, visit:newjersey.mylicense.com/verification/

Warning signs

Beware if a contractor:

Asks for more than a third of the total payment before work begins.
Demands cash.
Tells you there is no need for a written contract.
Only has a PO Box as business address.
Does not have a Division of Consumer Affairs registration number.
Approaches you first.

Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs

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Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce 2015 Fall Car Show

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August 30,2015

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, Its that time of the year again and the Annual Fall Car Show, presented by the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce, will take place on Friday, September 11th, 2015 from 6:00-9:00pm.

Don’t miss this FREE chance to stroll through Ridgewood’s historic, bustling downtown area, filled with 400 cars from the years 1930 to 2015! This year, the Car Show will take place around Memorial Park at Van Neste Square and on E. Ridgewood Ave.

This year the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce 2015 Car Show is dedicated to the memory of those who died on 9/11. A special “Memorial Award” will be given out by Duxiana of Ridgewood.

Promising to be the best EVENING car show of the fall! Bring the entire family and take your picture under the huge American flag suspended between two hook and ladder fire trucks! 

Come see the Ridgewood High School Marching Band in their first performance of the season. The RHS Maroon Men acapella group will start the evening off with the Star Spangled Banner. Listen and dance to a live band, have dinner at one of Ridgewood’s many restaurants, and see the wide variety of cars, from muscle cars and hot rods to current models and crazy designs.

It’s also not too late to register your very own car! For more information about registering or just the Car Show itself, call us at 201-445-2600 –

[email protected] – www.experienceridgewood.com. If there is a threat of rain, please check the Ridgewood Chamber website for any changes.

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Trial lawyers circle Ashley Madison

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By Katie Bo Williams – 08/29/15 11:14 AM EDT

The infidelity website Ashley Madison is fighting for survival after a hack that exposed the personal information of up to 37 million people.

Class-action lawsuits are flooding the parent company of the website, with people seeking millions of dollars in damages for having been revealed to the world as having sought extra-marital affairs.

At least four lawsuits seeking class-action status have been filed in the United States, including two in California, one in Texas and one that was filed in Missouri before the data dump.

In Canada, two leading firms have filed a $578 million class-action suit on behalf of users who were outed.

All four U.S. cases has been filed on behalf of anonymous clients and accuse Ashley Madison and its parent company, Avid Life Media, of failing to adequately protect sensitive information.

The plaintiffs argue Ashley Madison knew about its security deficiencies but did nothing to address them — an allegation that they say is supported by internal company communications also released by the hackers.

The suit filed in Los Angeles this week also accuses the company of emotional distress and violating privacy laws.

https://thehill.com/policy/cybersecurity/252203-trial-lawyers-circling-ashley-madison

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THE RIDGEWOOD GUILD 2015 JAZZ FEST with Headliner, Antoinette Montague!

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THE RIDGEWOOD GUILD 2015 JAZZ FEST

with Headliner, Antoinette Montague!
Join us at Memorial Park at Van Nest Square in Ridgewood NJ on Sunday, September 13th, 12-6PM for an afternoon of “Women Leaders in Jazz”

Opening the festival is Sharel Cassity’s “Elektra” Band
Sharel–sax, flute, effects
Ingrid Jensen–trumpet, effects
Shamie Royston–keys
Linda Oh–electric & upright bass
Allison Miller-drums.

Jazzmeia Horn is bringing to Ridgewood ‘The Artistry of Jazzmeia Horn’ and will include…
Victor Gould- Piano
Dezron Douglas- Bass
Darrian Douglas- Drums
Patrick Bartley- Tenor Sax
Phantom Knoet -The Knowledge Dropping Poet
Jamie Philbert- Dancer
Jazzmeia Horn- Vocals. The ensemble just performed at Dizzys club Coca-Cola.

Antoinette Montague’s
World Peace in the Key of Jazz with
Danny Mixon, keys
Bobby Sanabria, drums
Paul Beaudry, bass
Jay Hoggard, vibes
Solomon Hicks, guitar

It will be an alfresco afternoon with 16 local restaurants offering small plates; a beer/ wine garden; raffles and prizes.

Admission is five dollars to keep the music flowing, FREE for 18 and under. VIP tickets [;priority seating and free drink – to be consumed at the wine & beer garden];. Tickets available online, at Mango Jam [;41 N. Broad St, Ridgewood, NJ]; and at the door.

For more information go to www.ridgewoodguild.com

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Grand Opening of Flo’s Nook at the Ridgewood Public Library

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August 29,2015
the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, Welcome Flo’s Nook (Barbara) to the Ridgewood Library! Open this Thursday and Friday till 3. Grand Opening next week,
Their regular hours will begin Monday 8/31 and will be:
Mon-Thurs 9am-7pm
Friday 9am-6pm
Sat 9:30-4:30
Sun 1-5

Ridgewood Public Library
125 N Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
(201) 670-5600

Hours:

Monday9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday1:00 – 5:00 pm

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Ridgewood Police Recount “Naked Cowboy” Take down

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August 29,2015
the staff of the Ridgewood
Ridgewood NJ, On August 27, 2015 at about 9:30am, the Ridgewood Police Department was called to a house on Olivia Street for a report of a potential burglary as there was a man in the house yelling.

Upon arrival, the residents of the home were evacuated and the house was searched, but no one was located. While checking the area, officers heard someone in the street yelling and observed a large naked man, later identified as Craig Andrews (age 48 from Ridgewood) walking quickly down the street towards the incident location while he was holding a glass bottle of beer in one hand and a small bag in the other.

Mr.Andrews  did not listen to officers repeated commands to stop and proceeded to aggressively approach Officer A. Mormino and the residents from the initial call causing Officers to be very concerned for the safety of Officer Mormino and the safety of the residents. Mr. Andrews closed in on Officer A. Mormino even after being repeatedly commanded to stop forcing Officer A. Mormino to deploy the Conducted Energy Device.

Mr. Andrews was then safely taken into custody with the assistance of several Ridgewood Police officers. A short time after as the officers were speaking with Mr. Andrews, he suffered a medical emergency and was transported to the Valley Hospital for evaluation and treatment.

Mr. Andrews was charged with burglary, criminal trespass, lewdness, possession of marijuana under 50 grams, possession of controlled dangerous substance paraphernalia and obstruction of the administration of law. Mr. Andrews has been released on $40,000 bail pending his court appearance.

All defendants are considered innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

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Ridgewood Makes New Jersey’s Top 10 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family

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Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Jersey

Explore the best suburbs to raise a family. Niche ranks US suburbs based on age demographics, school ratings, crime rates, and access to affordable housing, child care, libraries, and grocery stores. A high ranking indicates that a suburb attracts young families with good schools and a safe community.

https://local.niche.com/rankings/suburbs/best-places-for-families/methodology/
1 Pennington Mercer County, New Jersey

2 Mountain LakesMorris County, New Jersey

3 Chatham Morris County, New Jersey

4 Tenafly Bergen County, New Jersey

5 New Providence Union County, New Jersey

6 Ridgewood Bergen County, New Jersey

7 Glen Rock Bergen County, New Jersey

8 Bernards Township Somerset County, New Jersey

9 Allendale Bergen County, New Jersey

10 West Windsor Township Mercer County, New Jersey

11 Old Tappan Bergen County, New Jersey

12 River Vale Township Bergen County, New Jersey

13 Montvale Bergen County, New Jersey

14 North Caldwell Essex County, New Jersey

15 Summit Union County, New Jersey

16 Haworth Bergen County, New Jersey

17 Ho-Ho-Kus Bergen County, New Jersey

18 Millburn Township Essex County, New Jersey

19 Park Ridge Bergen County, New Jersey

20 Fair Haven Monmouth County, New Jersey

21 River Edge Bergen County, New Jersey

22 Hillsdale Bergen County, New Jersey

23 Wyckoff Township Bergen County, New Jersey

24 Madison Morris County, New Jersey

25 Fanwood Union County, New Jersey

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Ridgewood Guild’s “Music in the Night” Program Tonight

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file photo courtesy of the Ridgewood Guild

Tonight’s Ridgewood Guild’s Music in the Night Schedule:

Bobby Degs – Daily Treat
Joseph Morris – It’s Greek to Me
Emily Ertle – Ridgewood Coffee
Deirdre Morgan – Kilwin’s
Jake Thistle – Due/Malee/La Tour
Banished to the Basement – MacMurphy’s
Take 4 – Ben & Jerry’s

The 2015 Ridgewood Guild’s “Music in the Night” Program

The Ridgewood Guild “Music in the Night” evening performance series is now entering its 5th Season. Every Friday night from 7:00 – 9:00pm, Memorial Day to Labor Day, musicians will be performing in several locations throughout downtown Ridgewood. These talented performers have created quite a buzz, so come join the fun, and enjoy some great music!

If you can strum a guitar, blow a horn or croon a tune, we’d love to hear you. Please fill out this form and email:[email protected] and we’ll get back to you to schedule an audition.

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Naked Cowboy: Ridgewood police use Taser to subdue nude burglary suspect wearing only cowboy hat

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AUGUST 28, 2015, 11:47 AM    LAST UPDATED: FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2015, 11:58 AM
BY STEFANIE DAZIO
STAFF WRITER |
THE RECORD

RIDGEWOOD — A 48-year-old village man wearing only a cowboy hat and brandishing a bottle was subdued by police with a stun gun and then appeared to suffer a seizure Thursday morning, Chief John Ward said.

Craig Andrews allegedly ignored repeated commands to stop and kept coming closer to the officers and the residents of a house he is accused of burglarizing, Ward said. Officers used a Taser to arrest him and a few minutes later, he appeared to suffer a seizure. Ward does not believe the seizure was caused by the stun gun.

“He was up and talking to us after the Taser, conversed with us, gave us his name and address and everything else,” Ward said.

Andrews was treated at Valley Hospital and released.

https://www.northjersey.com/news/ridgewood-police-use-taser-to-subdue-burglary-suspect-wearing-only-cowboy-hat-1.1400317