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Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Greater Ridgewood Area

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Ridgewood, NJ, is buzzing with excitement as local businesses gear up to ring in the New Year. Whether you’re looking for an elegant dinner, a lively party, or a family-friendly celebration, Ridgewood and its surrounding areas in Bergen County offer a range of events to suit every taste.

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Ridgewood Parking Permits Go On Sale December 17th

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood parking permits are being sold, beginning December 17th, at the Reception Desk in the lobby of Village Hall, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. You must bring your driver’s license and vehicle registration(s) for the vehicle(s) you would like to register for a parking permit.

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Parking Kiosks in Ridgewood May be Replaced Due to User Complaints

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Ridgewood NJ, Village officials are currently investigating the possibility of replacing all parking kiosks because users are complaining that the kiosks’ operational buttons are too small. If approved, the replacement project would span over several years due to costs.

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Any Day Now: Demolition of Former Town Garage Structure in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, Village Manager Keith Kazmark recently announced that demolition of the former Town Garage structure will take place within the next 2 to 3 weeks. The contractor involved in the project is now applying for demolition permits, which will be expedited by the Village’s Building Department. Portions of the Walnut Street municipal parking lot will be unavailable once demolition begins. More to follow from the Village Manager.

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New in Town: Ridgewood Station Cafe Opens This Saturday

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Ridgewood NJ, Get ready for a new spot to grab your morning coffee or relax with friends—Ridgewood Station Cafe is opening its doors this Saturday at 1 East Ridgewood Avenue
, just steps from the Ridgewood train station!

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Lula: A New Seasonal Restaurant to Open in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, Exciting news for food lovers in Ridgewood—Lula, a seasonal New American restaurant, is set to open its doors soon on 28 Oak Street. Taking over the space previously occupied by Lisa’s Mediterranean Cuisine, Lula promises to bring a fresh and locally inspired dining experience to the heart of town.

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Ridgewood Police Department Escorts the Annual Christmas Tree into Town

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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood Christmas tree is here! This year  a 71-year-old Norway spruce will soon be on full display at the train station thanks to Ridgewood American Legion Post 53 Commander Lou Francis and his wife, Yvonne.

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Santa Claus is Coming to Downtown Ridgewood!

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and Santa is making Ridgewood one of his favorite stops this December! Families and kids, get ready to share your Christmas wishes with the man in red at these festive events happening downtown.

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Celebrate the Start of the Holiday Season With the Village of Ridgewood’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

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Ridgewood NJ, bring the whole family to downtown Ridgewood to celebrate the start of the holiday season on Friday, December 6th from 6:00 to 9:00 pm! (Christmas Tree lighting at 6:30 pm.) The annual Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce-sponsored event will feature a host of family-friendly activities including Touch-a-Truck, a trackless train, Santa in his golf cart, live music, dancers in shop windows, and s’mores and firepits in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square.

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Protecting Ridgewood’s Small Businesses: The Importance of Cybersecurity in Today’s Digital Economy

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The Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell (Official site of the State of New Jersey) states the following, verbatim: 

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A Curated List of Pedestrian Safety and Awareness Tips You Need to Know

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On average, 106 people die each day as a result of car accidents in the United States. Many of these people are pedestrians. Because of the risk posed by dangerous drivers, pedestrians have to take precautions. Pedestrian safety and awareness are not things most people are ever really taught about, beyond looking both ways before crossing the road. This post will delve into this topic and will offer a list of pedestrian safety tips that you can use to keep yourself and your loved ones safe when you are all out and about.

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Toastique to Open in Ridgewood with Grand Opening Celebration

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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood is about to get a little toastier! Toastique, a popular chain of toast and juice shops, is opening its doors in the heart of Ridgewood’s historic district next weekend. Known for its gourmet toast creations, smoothie bowls, and cold-pressed juices, Toastique’s new location will bring fresh flavors and cozy vibes to 2-4 Garber Square.

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Hudson Street Parking Garage update – Security guard now stationed on 4th floor nightly

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Ridgewood  NJ, we’ve received several reports during over the past few weeks about a security guard being stationed nightly on the top floor of the Hudson Street Parking garage. One of the individuals who contacted us said the security guard claimed the Village was paying for the service, which is said to be in place from 7PM until 1AM every day of the week. Adult residents taking photos of the moon, comets, and the Northern Lights from the 4th floor have reported being asked to leave by the security guard.

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Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos Says ,”after 30 years he is moving on” from “It’s Greek to Me”

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Ridgewood NJ, Village of Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos and controversial owner of “It’s Greek to Me” has announced Thursday November 14th will be his last day running “It’s Greek to Me” in Ridgewood .At this point in time the Ridgewood blog is unsure if the restaurant is closing all together or being sold to a new owner.

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Enhancing Outdoor Spaces with Custom Shade Sails and Waterproof Pergola Covers

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If you want to improve your outside spaces, waterproof pergola coverings and custom shade sails are great additions. These adaptable options enhance the visual appeal of patios, gardens, and other outdoor spaces in addition to offering much-needed shelter from the heat and rain. To create shaded regions, shade sails are often made of UV-resistant, long-lasting materials that may be stretched between anchor points. Almost any location, from a little backyard to a large commercial patio, may be fitted with them because of their high degree of customization. There is hardly any better way of creating covers of areas that is cheap, but will also keep off dangerous ultraviolet radiation from the sun while at the same time giving a new elegant dimension to the outdoor space. They are available in all forms, colours, and materials possible.

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