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What to know before moving from Ridgewood to New York City
Ridgewood offers tree-lined streets, a close-knit community feel, and a quieter pace of life. Yet many residents find themselves drawn to the energy and opportunities that New York City promises. Whether it’s a career move, cultural experiences, or simply the allure of city living, relocating from Ridgewood to NYC is a significant decision that requires careful planning.
Making this transition successfully means understanding what lies ahead. From navigating neighborhoods to managing logistics, preparation is key. Empire Movers and Storage NYC specializes in long-distance moves and has the expertise to make your transition seamless. If you’re looking for trusted long distance movers from NYC, here’s what you need to know before making the leap.
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Bergen County Dominates: 13 Schools Land in NJ’s Top 50 Elementary Ranks!
Northern New Jersey Shines: More Than a Quarter of NJ’s Elite Elementary Schools are in Bergen County
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Glen Rock NJ, Bergen County has cemented its reputation as a powerhouse for education, with an astonishing 13 public elementary schools cracking the top 50 in the highly anticipated U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 rankings. This means over 25% of New Jersey’s top-tier elementary schools are located right here in Bergen County!
The rankings, which assessed nearly 47,000 public elementary schools nationwide, provide a valuable look at student performance across the state. The methodology focuses heavily on math and reading proficiency scores from the U.S. Department of Education data, while also factoring in student-teacher ratios to break ties.
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Food, music, friends: build-your-own night in Ridgewood
Every neighborhood shapes its own kind of evening, and in Ridgewood, nightlife doesn’t depend on flashy venues or crowded streets. A night here combines the small-town ease of shared meals, spontaneous music, and personal projects that bring friends together.
Whether it’s swapping playlists over home-cooked dishes, exploring digital games after work, or joining creative sessions in open studios, residents have learned to build their entertainment from the ground up. Each gathering reflects the area’s mix of independence, collaboration, and modest charm, making “build-your-own night” more than a phrase, it’s a habit that keeps the community connected.
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Hit 200,000 Minutes! The 1 Million Minutes of Wellness Challenge is Heating Up
200,000 Minutes Logged! Can We Hit Million in This Community Wellness Challenge?
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Ridgewood NJ, fantastic news! The 1 Million Minutes of Wellness Challenge is off to an incredible start, with nearly 200,000 minutes logged since the kickoff on September 13! That’s a massive step towards our goal of minutes by December 5th.
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Hometown Hero Returns: Giants Sign Ridgewood’s Own Younghoe Koo
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Ridgewood NJ, Giants fans, get ready to welcome a familiar face back to North Jersey. The New York Giants are bringing former Pro Bowl kicker Younghoe Koo home, signing the Ridgewood native to a deal after Graham Gano suffered a groin injury.
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Boo! This Ridgewood Dad’s Halloween Display is a Must-See!
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Ridgewood NJ, Looking for the best Halloween decorations in New Jersey? Look no further than the “Ridgewood Halloween House.” What started as a family’s simple attempt to attract trick-or-treaters has transformed into a massive, multi-month project that draws thousands of visitors every year.
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Children Suffer Minor Injuries in Sunday Crash at Ridgewood Intersection
Children Sustain Minor Injuries in Two-Vehicle Crash in Ridgewood
photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook
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Ridgewood NJ, a two-vehicle collision in Ridgewood, New Jersey, on Sunday morning resulted in minor leg injuries for two children. The crash, which occurred at the intersection of North Monroe Street and West Glen Avenue, brought a swift response from local emergency crews.
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From Classic to Contemporary: Ridgewood Art Institute Celebrates Portraiture
Ridgewood Art Institute Showcases Top Talent in Portrait and Self-Portrait Exhibition
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Ridgewood NJ, art lovers in Ridgewood, New Jersey, have a chance to experience a stunning display of skill and creativity. The Ridgewood Art Institute (RAI) is currently hosting its annual Portrait and Self-Portrait Show, an exhibition that features a wide range of mediums and subjects—including the popular category of pet portraits.
The show, which runs through September 28, 2025, is a highlight for the community, offering a glimpse into the incredible talent of artists who study and work at the institute. The exhibition is housed in RAI’s beautiful galleries, which are open to the public during select hours.
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Ridgewood’s First-Ever Porchfest Fills the Streets with Music and Community
Ridgewood Hits a High Note with First-Ever Porchfest Event
photos courtesy of the Village of Ridgewood and RHS Marching Band
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Ridgewood NJ, the streets of the Village of Ridgewood, were alive with music this past weekend as the village celebrated its first-ever Porchfest. The new, family-friendly event transformed residential porches and public spaces into stages, showcasing local musical talent and bringing the community together for a day of good vibes and great tunes.
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Public Safety or Budget Boost? Bergen County Towns Issuing the Most Traffic Tickets in 2025
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Ridgewood NJ — Are New Jersey towns focused on public safety, or are they writing tickets to fill budget shortfalls? Newly released data from the New Jersey municipal courts offers insight into how many traffic violations were issued across every municipality from July 2024 to June 2025.
The Ridgewood Blog Wishes A Happy Mothers Day to All
“My beautiful mother. My brothers and I have been blessed to have her in our lives. There’s ups and downs, but this is what makes us stronger as a family. My mother lived during the Khmer Rouge. She had fought her way to survived it through the Killing Fields in Cambodia. All she wanted was for us have a better life and future then she did in Cambodia. She’s my mother, my sister, my psychiatrist, my club partner, and my best friend. This is why every MOTHERS Day or her Birthdays , we have to make it extra special… Although everyday we show her that we are appreciated and thankful for everything she had done for us. Happy early Mothers day mom! We love you so much!” Vicheka H
Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Blog Wishes A Happy Mothers Day to all the moms ,Ridgewood Moms and moms everywhere and on this day its also good to remember how lucky you may be .
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Happy Easter from the Ridgewood blog
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PJ Blogger and the staff of the Ridgewood blog wish you and your family a very Happy Easter!
thank you for all of your support
PJ Blogger
Today is Founders day for the Ridgewood blog
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James J Foytlin founder of the Ridgewood Blog
The Ridgewood blog was founded in March of 2006 by James J Foytlin aka PJ Blogger . Mr. Foytlin was born and raised in Ridgewood ,New Jersey and is a graduate of Ridgewood High School .
Ridgewood NJ, – Oct. 26, 2009 – RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — The Ridgewood blog ( https://theridgewoodblog.blogspot.com/ Originally ) (www.theridgewoodblog.net) was founded in March of 2006 by James J Foytlin aka PJ Blogger .[1] Mr. Foytlin was born and raised in Ridgewood ,New Jersey and is a graduate of Ridgewood High School .[2] [3]
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Ridgewood Schools Targeted: President Trump Signs Executive Order Banning ‘Radical Indoctrination’ in K-12 Schools
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Ridgewood NJ, President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping executive order aimed at eliminating what the White House calls “radical indoctrination” in K-12 education.
