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Water is essential to life, but not all water is created equal. Across New Jersey, more residents are turning away from tap water in favor of other options, citing concerns about quality, taste, and health. If you’ve ever wondered what’s behind this growing trend, here’s a closer look at why so many are opting for alternatives and how you can make the best choice for your family, and your budget.
Continue reading Why Are More New Jersey Residents Avoiding Tap Water? Here’s What You Need to Know
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Trenton NJ, the Murphy Administration today reminded residents and businesses to conserve water as the state continues to experience hotter and drier than average conditions this summer statewide.
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Glen Rock NJ, a New Jersey native, who developed testicular cancer as a teenager, is alleging that his illness resulted from prolonged exposure to harmful, man-made chemicals over two decades, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday. The man, Scott Ehlbeck, now living in northern Pennsylvania, also claims his son’s autism is connected to his cancer.
Continue reading Forever Chemicals in N.J. Drinking Water Linked to Man’s Cancer, Lawsuit Claims
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, In an exciting development for the residents of Ho-Ho-Kus, Mayor Thomas Randall announced on Thursday that recent tests following the borough’s $3.7 million water treatment system upgrade have shown “below detectable levels” of chemical contaminants. This significant milestone comes ahead of the May 23 deadline, marking a successful completion of the remediation efforts.
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Hoosick Falls NY, Loreen Hackett faced the daunting challenge of battling cancer not once, but twice, before reaching the age of 50. Her first encounter with the disease occurred in her 20s when cancerous cells were discovered in her cervix, prompting her to undergo a hysterectomy at the young age of 28. Nearly two decades later, she found herself confronting cancer again, this time diagnosed with breast cancer.
Continue reading ‘Forever chemicals’ have been linked to Breast and Gynecological cancers
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Ridgewood NJ, here’s a comparison of costs for Ridgewood Water vs. water supplied to residents of several nearby municipalities. Summary listing and full details may be found below:
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Ridgewood NJ, the intricate network of water infrastructure remains largely unseen, yet its importance to everyday life cannot be overstated. Recently, Ridgewood Water’s Distribution Crews were on full display, showcasing the dedication and skill required to maintain this “hidden infrastructure” while ensuring uninterrupted service for residents.
Continue reading Navigating the Depths: A Look into Ridgewood Water Infrastructure Maintenance
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Fair Lawn NJ, plans for a new groundwater treatment system that will remove toxic substances 1,4-dioxane, PFOA and PFOS from four closed Fair Lawn wells is moving forward, with full completion slated for 2025.
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Ridgewood NJ, according to the “coalition brewing” beer was considered safer to drink than water due to a combination of factors, although it is important to note that this perception may not apply universally across all time periods and cultures. Here are a few reasons why beer was sometimes considered safer:
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Fair Lawn NJ, Fair Lawn residents are invited to attend a public availability session on Thursday, July 27 for an update on the Fair Lawn Well Field Superfund site, including a plan under
review by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to build a state-of-the-art groundwater treatment plant on 11th Street, in a location adjacent to the existing water storage tank.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos recently revealed that despite efforts on the part of Ridgewood’s governing body, officials in two of the other three municipalities served by Ridgewood Water are steadfastly against the adoption of water conservation ordinances similar to those the Village of Ridgewood has in place.
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Ridgewood NJ, at the Village Council Public Meeting, of February 8, 2023, the Mayor and Council unanimously approved two bond ordinances to fund the next phases of the PFAS Treatment Master Plan. The companion funding ordinances of $42 million and $18.5 million will facilitate borrowing through the New Jersey Infrastructure Bank for the four largest PFAS treatment facilities and the associated raw water mains to connect satellite wells to each treatment facility. These treatment facilities, producing upwards of 11.5 million gallons per day of PFOA and PFOS free water, will be located in Wyckoff, Midland Park and Glen Rock. A total of 10.4 miles of raw water main will be constructed to connect offsite wells to each treatment facility, raising the total amount of wells treated at all four facilities to thirty three. Ridgewood Water currently has PFAS treatment online for seven wells and will be adding an eighth well this summer.
Continue reading Major Court Settlement in “Forever Chemical” Lawsuit Could Impact Ridgewood Water
If you’re looking for a way to improve the quality of your water, you may have considered purchasing a water softener. Water softeners are designed to reduce hardness in water, which can cause scale buildup on plumbing fixtures and appliances. This can be beneficial for both preventing damage from hard water and improving the taste of your drinking supply.
Continue reading Factors to Consider When Purchasing a Water Softener
One of the most important processes in our lives is water treatment. Without it, we would not have access to clean and safe drinking water. From city-wide systems to small-scale home treatments, there are a number of ways that water can be treated for use. Here are four interesting facts about water treatment that you may not know.
Continue reading Top Interesting Things You Should Know About Water Treatment
“According to the latest mailing, “Ridgewood Water has been aware of PFOA and PFOS detections and has sought to educate our customers for years…” So shame on me that I finally realized that we have been paying to be poisoned. We have been and will be forced to pay this Village owned company for its contaminated and unsafe water.”
Continue reading Reader says , “Don’t drink Ridgewood Water’s kool-aide”
