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Ridgewood, NJ – Despite a blistering summer heat wave, Ridgewood’s Department of Public Works and local officials have made notable progress on several infrastructure projects aimed at improving mobility, safety, and public convenience across the Village.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – A key pedestrian staircase at the Ridgewood Train Station, providing access from East Ridgewood Avenue to the tunnel beneath NJ Transit’s Bergen/Main Line tracks, has been closed since May 14, 2024, following a dramatic crash involving an Infiniti SUV.
Continue reading Ridgewood Train Station Pedestrian Staircase Repair to Move Forward
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – The much-anticipated new pavilion at Habernickel Park is entering its final stages, with Village Manager Keith Kazmark confirming that finishing touches are underway.
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Ridgewood, NJ – Following the severe storms and flooding earlier this week, Maple Field and several Ridgewood sports fields remain closed for safety and restoration, according to Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark.
Continue reading UPDATE: Ridgewood Summer Camp and Sports Field Closures After Severe Flooding
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — According to Village Manager Keith Kazmark, drowning remains the leading cause of accidental death for children ages 1 to 4. On average, New Jersey loses 10 children per year to this tragic and preventable cause.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — While towns like Paramus, Montvale, and Mahwah have successfully pushed back against unrealistic state housing mandates, the Village of Ridgewood appears poised to comply quickly with developer-friendly proposals, raising concerns among residents about the speed and scope of development.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – In a major win for clean water initiatives and local infrastructure, Ridgewood Water has been awarded $1 million in state funding as part of the FY2026 New Jersey state budget, according to Village Manager Keith Kazmark. This funding will support PFAS mitigation efforts, specifically contributing to the construction of the Main PFAS Treatment Facility in Glen Rock.
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Riderwood NJ, Village Manager Keith Kazmark has announced a $10,073.95 change order for engineering services needed to ensure the safe and proper rehabilitation of the Kingsbridge Lane Pedestrian Bridge, a vital community walkway that spans the Saddle River.
