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Ridgewood Mourns the Loss of Octavio Gonzalez: Beloved Father, Friend, and Dads’ Night Leader

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photo courtesy of Dad’s Night

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — It is with profound sorrow that the Ridgewood community shares the heartbreaking news of the sudden and unexpected passing of Octavio Gonzalez, a devoted father, husband, and a cornerstone of the Dads’ Night organization. Octavio’s passing on Sunday, June 22, has left an irreplaceable void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

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Mulch Monday Beautifies Downtown Ridgewood, Just in Time for July 4th Festivities

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photos courtesy of the Village Manager Keith Kazmark

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

RIDGEWOOD, NJ — In just a few productive hours on Monday morning, Ridgewood’s Central Business District (CBD) received a fresh, vibrant makeover thanks to the hard work of a dedicated group of volunteers, determined to beautify the community despite the summer heat.

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