Proposal to Turn Ridgewood’s Leuning Park Into a Sports Field Sparks Debate Among Residents

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Ridgewood NJ, A recent public suggestion at a Ridgewood Fields Committee meeting has kicked off a lively debate among residents over the future of Leuning Park. The idea—which included a proposal to close a portion of Northern Parkway to accommodate a new athletic field—has raised questions regarding neighborhood traffic, flood risks, tree preservation, and town budget priorities.