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Ridgewood Could Be Facing a Hudson Garage Parking-apocalypse

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Ridgewood NJ, unlike other towns with electric signs warning motorist to slow down and drive 25, the Village in a quest to get more people to park in the Hudson Garage has posted an electric sign loudly proclaiming  ,”come to Ridgewood and park in the new Hudson Garage, its only $1.25 an hour” .  Apparently the short fall in parking revenue is beginning to raise a lot of eyebrows . The new signs clearly target those who don’t go anywhere without GPS/navigation.

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Public Safety or Promotion ,Everybody is Talking About “Its Greek To Me” in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, WABC News was camped out all day yesterday since  “Its Greek To Me” went public, requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination from all diners who wish to be seated inside the business’s main dining room.  The media seems to be lapping it up and “Greek To Me” may have pulled an amazing COVID public relations coup.

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Ridgewood restaurant It’s Greek to Me, will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination from all diners who wish to be seated inside the main dining room

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood restaurant It’s Greek to Me, will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination from all diners who wish to be seated inside the business’s main dining room. On the restaurant’s Facebook page its states ,“For the safety of our fully vaccinated staff and patrons, beginning Tuesday August 10, indoor dining will be reserved for those showing proof of vaccination. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. All of our outdoor dining will remain available to everyone.”

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Village of Ridgewood Hopes Better Signs Boost Parking Revenue

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Ridgewood NJ, in the quest to get more people to park in the Hudson Garage the Village has posted several nifty new signs.  During the August 4th Village of Ridgewood Council meeting several avenues were explored in an effort to to better utilize the empty parking garage on Hudson street :

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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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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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Ridgewood Annual August Sidewalk Sale Days Thursday, Friday And Saturday; Aug. 5th, 6th And 7th.

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Ridgewood NJ, its that time fr the year again , the August Sidewalk Sale Days!!! Thursday, Friday and Saturday, August 5, 6, 7th.

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Rat Issues Once Again Plagues Central Business District

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Ridgewood NJ, once again sources are reporting a big rat problem behind Ridgewood coffee and apartments.

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The Ridgewood Shop Local Bonus Card Is Here!! Participating Business Offers Are Here!

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Shop Local Bonus Card Is Here!! Participating Business Offers Are Here! Below are the participating Businesses that will be offering Exclusive Promotional Offers.
These special offers will be updated weekly so be sure to check back here often to see if your favorite business is participating.

For more information or information on how you can get your own personal bonus card please email us at [email protected]

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Ridgewood Pedestrian Plaza “How to” Demo Participants July 24th, 2021

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Ridgewood NJ, Welcome to Ridgewood Pedestrian Plaza Demo Days! Please support these local businesses by attending one of their demos. This is a great way to learn something new!!

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The Village of Ridgewood is Seeking Village Residents to Serve on 2 Municipal Land Use Boards

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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood is seeking Village residents to serve on Municipal Land Use Boards: Ridgewood Zoning Board of Adjustment and Ridgewood Planning Board .

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Skateboarders Observed Enjoying The Benjamin’s New Parking Garage/lot

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Ridgewood NJ, Reports from The Ridgewood Blog’s field staff indicate that skateboarders seemed to have grown tired of being chased from the Hudson Street Parking Garage by Ridgewood police officers, and have now set their sights on the newly opened parking garage/lot at The Benjamin, a high-density housing complex located at 1 Franklin Avenue.

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Pedestrian Plaza Farmer’s Market And Music In The Park- Sunday July 18th In Front Of The Clock In The Park

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Ridgewood NJ, come on out on Sunday, July 18th for a family fun day starting with grabbing fresh fruits and vegetables for the week. Or maybe pick out some great picnic items for music in the park.

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Village Council Extends HealthBarn’s lease at the Gate House at Irene Habernickel Family Park

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Ridgewood NJ, HealthBarn’s lease at the Gate House at Irene Habernickel Family Park will continue for another five years, ending in January 2027. The terms of the lease were not fully disclosed .

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