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Ridgewood NJ, in observance of Memorial Day, all Village offices and departments (except emergency services) will be closed on Monday, May 26. There will be no garbage or recycling pickup, and the Recycling Center also will be closed. Please check the Recycle Coach app or the Village Calendar for changes to the pickup schedule.
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, the Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus will proudly hold its annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday at 10:30 AM. The parade begins at Ardmore Road and Sheridan Avenue and concludes at the War Memorial on East Franklin Turnpike, where a Remembrance Ceremony will follow. The ceremony will include the laying of wreaths and a special dedication to our 2025 Hometown Hero Banners.
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West Trenton NJ, Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer and the beginning of the busy travel season. Safety must be a priority on every journey as roadways fill with drivers heading to the shore, local parks, lakes, and family gatherings. No matter how short the trip, every drive carries risks—and your choices behind the wheel can make all the difference. We urge all motorists to stay alert, avoid distractions, obey speed limits, and never drive under the influence. Buckle up, be patient, and remain mindful of pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles.
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Ridgewood NJ, Memorial Day is a federal holiday observed in the United States on the last Monday of May each year. It is a day dedicated to honoring and remembering the men and women who have died while serving in the U.S. military. The history of Memorial Day dates back to the aftermath of the American Civil War.
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Ridgewood NJ, on Monday, May 26 at 11:00 am, Ridgewood American Legion Post 53 will conduct its annual Memorial Day Service in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of our nation in all branches of our armed forces. The service is open to the public, and all are invited to attend.
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Ridgewood NJ, Memorial Day means more than the unofficial start of summer. For many, it’s a day carved out for something quieter: remembrance. It’s a time to think about sacrifice, service, and the places that have come to hold those memories. These aren’t always grand or flashy. Sometimes it’s a battlefield marked by silence, a statue that once promised hope, or a building where freedom first took shape.
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North Arlington NJ, Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark invites the public to gather in prayer and gratitude at Memorial Day Masses held across its cemeteries on Monday, May 26, at 11 a.m. These annual outdoor services serve as a solemn and unifying tribute to the men and women who gave their lives in service to the U.S., as well as to all veterans and active-duty military.
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Ridgewood NJ, Darius Drucker appeared on Memorial day at Bookends in Ridgewood promoting his new book “Life’s Too Short ”
Continue reading Darius Drucker lead singer of Hootie & the Blowfish appears on Memorial day at Bookends in Ridgewood
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Ridgewood NJ, Memorial Day is a federal holiday observed in the United States on the last Monday of May each year. It is a day dedicated to honoring and remembering the men and women who have died while serving in the U.S. military. The history of Memorial Day dates back to the aftermath of the American Civil War.
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North Arlington NJ, Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark invites you to honor the memories of fallen heroes and celebrate the service of veterans and active-duty military personnel at Memorial Day Masses on Monday, May 27, at 11 a.m. across various archdiocesan cemeteries.
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Ridgewood NJ, on May 27th at 11:00 am, Ridgewood American Legion Post 53 will conduct its annual Memorial Day Service at Van Neste Square, honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of our nation in all branches of our armed forces.
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Ridgewood NJ, in observance of Memorial Day, all Village offices and departments (except emergency services) will be closed on Monday, May 27th. There will be no garbage or recycling pickup on that day, and the Recycling Center also will be closed.
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Ridgewood NJ, as Memorial Day approaches, members of the American Legion Family nationwide have observations planned, from traditional services at the post or a veterans memorial, or by performing gravesite honors.
Continue reading Ridgewood High School Students placed American Legion flags at the Gravesites of Veterans in Valleau Cemetery for Memorial Day
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Ridgewood NJ, each year, Ridgewood Public Schools incorporates emergency closing days into the school calendar. This year, the District did not use all of the allotted days. Therefore, after reviewing the calendar for the remainder of the current school year, the district has decided that schools will be closed Friday, May 24, 2024 and Tuesday, May 28, 2024 for the Memorial Day weekend ,if there is no need for the use of an additional emergency day prior to that date.
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Ridgewood NJ, making a positive mark on their community! On Memorial Day , 7 Ridgewood Choir students performed at the town Memorial Day Ceremony.
Continue reading Ridgewood Choir students performed at the town Memorial Day Ceremony