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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — For many local families visiting the Ridgewood Food Pantry, non-perishable canned goods offer essential support. But when it comes to providing nutritious, well-rounded meals for growing children, fresh vegetables, fruit, eggs, and dairy products make all the difference.
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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Officers from the Ridgewood Police Department recently paid a special visit to students in the Ridgewood High School (RHS) PREP Program, creating a day filled with learning, hands-on exploration, and meaningful community connections.
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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — The Ridgewood Police Department came together to celebrate a major milestone in local law enforcement history, marking the official retirement of Lieutenant Peter Bolten after a distinguished 25-year career serving the Ridgewood community.
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Ridgewood NJ, A severe thunderstorm turned dangerous on Monday night in Ridgewood, New Jersey, when a direct lightning strike set a commercial building on fire, triggering a second-alarm response from local emergency crews.
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Ridgewood NJ, A Tuesday morning paving operation took an unexpected turn in the Village of Ridgewood, when a heavy-duty construction vehicle accidentally snagged utility lines during a major infrastructure upgrade.
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Ridgewood NJ, In a major shift from previous infrastructure policies, construction has officially begun to install protective safety fencing on the fourth floor of Ridgewood’s Hudson Street Parking Garage.
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Ridgewood NJ, Since 1976, the Ridgewood Run® has been a beloved Memorial Day tradition in Bergen County. Drawing thousands of competitive athletes, recreational runners, families, and spectators, this spirited event perfectly showcases the beautiful, tree-lined streets of the Village of Ridgewood while celebrating health, wellness, and community.
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Ridgewood NJ, A symbol of strength and service has taken root in the heart of our community. This week, the Village of Ridgewood gathered for a poignant dedication at Irene Habernickel Family Park, planting a beautiful Trident Maple to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the passing of a dedicated public servant, Ronald Fisher.
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Ridgewood NJ, The promise of “hybrid access” in local government is supposed to ensure that every voice is heard, whether you are sitting in the front row of the council chambers or logging in from your kitchen table. However, during Wednesday night’s Ridgewood Village Council Public Work Session, that promise felt more like a hollow gesture.
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Ridgewood NJ, A Tuesday morning basement fire in Ridgewood could have ended in tragedy. Instead, it served as a powerful masterclass in fire safety. The Ridgewood Fire Department (RFD) is highlighting how two split-second decisions by the homeowners prevented a total loss and saved lives.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The pride of Ridgewood is headed to the birthplace of American independence! In a massive win for the local arts community, the Ridgewood High School (RHS) Marching Band has been officially selected to perform in the Salute to Independence Semiquincentennial Parade in Philadelphia.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — As the Kensington senior living project moves toward the Central Business District, the conversation is shifting from total opposition to active mitigation. Following a three-hour meeting on September 14, 2026, representatives from Kensington, the Village of Ridgewood (VOR), and Ridgewood Neighbors United have begun outlining specific concessions aimed at preserving the neighborhood’s character.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — For the second time in just over a month, the Graydon Pool parking lot became the staging ground for a potential disaster.
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Ridgewood NJ, If you were walking past the Ridgewood Fire Department this morning hoping to spot a wagging tail and a pair of floppy ears, you might have been met with a familiar grin from the crew instead.
For the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47, April 1st has become a day of legendary digital pranks. While some departments stick to tradition, Ridgewood’s social media team once sparked a local “uproar” that people are still talking about years later: The Legend of Glen the Firehouse Dog.
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Ridgewood NJ, a high-stakes community meeting is set for Monday, April 6, at 6:30 PM, and the atmosphere in Ridgewood is anything but calm. While the official agenda covers “logistics” for the Zabriskie-Schedler property soil remediation, local residents are sounding the alarm over what they claim are massive safety gaps and questionable environmental decisions.
Continue reading Safety or Speed? The Brewing Controversy Over Ridgewood’s Schedler Property Cleanup
