Posted on

Republicans Senator Kristin Corrado, Assemblyman Chris DePhillips, and Al Barlas Secure $147,000 NJ DOT Grant for Ridgewood Bus Station

528013408 17952804054004883 763600683616526694 n

photos courtesy of Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark  offered a  BIG “THANK YOU” in a Facebook post to our LD 40 representatives, Republicans Senator Kristin Corrado, Assemblyman Chris DePhillips, and Assemblyman Al Barlas for their support in securing the $147,000 NJ Department of Transportation grant for the new bus shelter at Van Neste Square! The first discussion of this project occurred with the NJ DOT Commissioner in their District Office over a year ago and the funds are now in place to cover the cost. Also pictured Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos, Deputy Mayor Pamela R. Perron, Councilmembers Siobhan Winograd  and Frank Mortimer with Village Manager Keith Kazmark. Karmark said , “A great example of working together!”

Continue reading Republicans Senator Kristin Corrado, Assemblyman Chris DePhillips, and Al Barlas Secure $147,000 NJ DOT Grant for Ridgewood Bus Station

Posted on

Village of Ridgewood Pushes Forward With Key Infrastructure Projects Despite Summer Heat

514246573 633298526466361 1377617319134458658 n

photos courtesy of Village Manager Keith Kazmark

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

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.

Continue reading Village of Ridgewood Pushes Forward With Key Infrastructure Projects Despite Summer Heat

Posted on

Could AI Make New Jersey Roadways Safer? Rekor Systems Thinks So

Route_17_Glen044_theridgewoodblog

file photo by Boyd Loving

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ,  with congested highways and the daily toll of commuting, roadway safety is an ongoing concern in the Garden State. Now, a cutting-edge technology firm is offering a game-changing, AI-powered solution to help New Jersey improve traffic flow and reduce accidents.

Continue reading Could AI Make New Jersey Roadways Safer? Rekor Systems Thinks So

Posted on

Flooding Shuts Down Route 208 Southbound at Morlot Avenue in Fair Lawn

504268935 1312987087496471 7413778961035710725 n

photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

FAIR LAWN, NJ — Heavy flooding brought traffic to a standstill along Route 208 southbound at Morlot Avenue on the morning of Tuesday, June 10, as torrential rain overwhelmed storm drains and submerged both travel lanes and shoulders.

Continue reading Flooding Shuts Down Route 208 Southbound at Morlot Avenue in Fair Lawn

Posted on

Village of Ridgewood Safe Routes to School Project

unnamed 4

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood invites community members to attend a public review session for the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) project. This federally funded initiative—administered through the NJDOT Local Aid Safe Routes to School Program—aims to improve walking and biking conditions for students across Ridgewood.

Continue reading Village of Ridgewood Safe Routes to School Project

Posted on

Emergency Drainage Repairs Close Lanes on I-80 Eastbound in Morris County

interstate highway 80 road sign isolated white background 698953 12634 1730150511

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Morris County, NJ – Travelers on Interstate 80 in Rockaway Township faced yet another headache on May 12, as emergency drainage repairs forced the closure of two left eastbound lanes and the shoulder near Exit 37. While past disruptions have stemmed from multiple sinkholes, this latest issue is a result of a collapsed sewer basin, according to the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT).

Continue reading Emergency Drainage Repairs Close Lanes on I-80 Eastbound in Morris County

Posted on

Live Stream the Sheraton Crossroads Implosion in Mahwah

sheraton mahwah hotel 3948953130

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Mahwah NJ,  a massive implosion is scheduled for the Sheraton Crossroads hotel on the morning of Saturday, May 10, and drivers are strongly advised to avoid the intersection of Routes 17, 287, and 202 during this major demolition event.

Continue reading Live Stream the Sheraton Crossroads Implosion in Mahwah

Posted on

NJDOT Issues Commercial Vehicle Travel Restrictions Ahead of Winter Storm

474035232 922258423364990 7844737294067571547 n

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Trenton NJ, the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has announced commercial vehicle travel restrictions on multiple interstate highways starting at 9 a.m. on Sunday, January 19, in anticipation of a significant winter storm. Accumulations are expected to range between six to ten inches across the state, creating potentially hazardous driving conditions.

Continue reading NJDOT Issues Commercial Vehicle Travel Restrictions Ahead of Winter Storm

Posted on

Major Crash on I-287 North in Mahwah Causes Extended Closures and Delays

external content.duckduckgo 9

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Mahwah NJ, a significant crash on Interstate 287 northbound near Exit 66 by Route 17 disrupted traffic and caused extensive delays Thursday evening, with serious injuries reported.

Continue reading Major Crash on I-287 North in Mahwah Causes Extended Closures and Delays

Posted on

Emergency Sinkhole Repair in Montville Causes Lane Closures on I-287 and Route 202

Screenshot 2024 08 23 7.32.32 AM e1724412801937

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Monville NJ, an emergency sinkhole repair in Montville has led to the closure of several lanes on I-287 and Route 202, according to a traffic advisory issued by the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJ DOT).

Continue reading Emergency Sinkhole Repair in Montville Causes Lane Closures on I-287 and Route 202

Posted on

Route 4 in Teaneck Closed Sunday Morning Due to Downed Utility Pole and Power Lines

378529135 692195086273822 1199820713784839796 n

Teaneck Route 4 file photo

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Teaneck NJ, on Sunday morning, traffic on Route 4 in Teaneck came to a standstill due to a downed utility pole. The incident, which occurred around 10 a.m. west of River Road, resulted in fallen power lines blocking both directions of the highway.

Continue reading Route 4 in Teaneck Closed Sunday Morning Due to Downed Utility Pole and Power Lines

Posted on

Ridgewood Village Receives NJDOT Grant for Safe Routes to School Initiative

442485788 836656998494816 8490590663038691494 n 1

photos courtesy of the Village of Ridgewood

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, exciting news reverberated through the Village of Ridgewood this Friday morning as the community, along with our esteemed Legislative team from District 40, gathered to announce a significant development in our ongoing efforts to enhance safety for our students. Senator Kristin Corrado, Assemblyman Chris DePhillips, and Assemblyman Al Barlas joined local officials including Mayor Paul Vagianos, Deputy Mayor Pamela Perron, Village Councilmember Siobhan Winograd, Chief of Police Forest ‘Cenzo’ Lyons and Village Manager Keith Kazkmark to unveil a $157,000-plus grant from the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) in support of our Safe Routes to School initiative.

Continue reading Ridgewood Village Receives NJDOT Grant for Safe Routes to School Initiative

Posted on

Route 4 Lane Closures in Englewood this Weekend

roadwork

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Englewood NJ, The New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced lane closures and detours on Route 4 in Englewood this weekend as part of a $20 million bridge project.

Continue reading Route 4 Lane Closures in Englewood this Weekend

Posted on

New Jersey Lawmakers Announce State Grants to Speed up Transportation Projects in Bergen and Essex Counties

roadwork

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Franklin Lakes NJ, Assemblymen Christopher DePhillips and Al Barlas announced Thursday that the state is awarding more than $1 million in grants to Franklin Lakes Borough, Cedar Grove and Ridgewood to fund transportation projects.

Continue reading New Jersey Lawmakers Announce State Grants to Speed up Transportation Projects in Bergen and Essex Counties