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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
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Ridgewood NJ, In early March, the Ridgewood Fire Department (Platoon C) responded to what seemed like a routine “odor call” at a local business. However, upon arrival, the Captain discovered a much more serious situation: a developing smoke condition inside the building.
Continue reading The “Small” Mistake That Nearly Cost a Ridgewood Business Everything
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A routine visit to a local medical plaza turned into a scene of chaos this week after a dispute escalated into a violent confrontation involving an unlikely weapon: a wall-mounted coat rack.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ensuring the safety and well-being of students takes a special kind of leader—someone with the tactical experience of a veteran officer and the heart of an educator. At Ridgewood Public Schools, that leader is Special Law Enforcement Officer (SLEO) Class III Chris Hughes.
Continue reading From State Trooper to Student Mentor: Meet Ridgewood’s Officer Chris Hughes
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood is officially home to the best in the business. In a major win for our village, Parks & Recreation Director Nancy Bigos was recently honored as “New Jersey’s Recreation Professional of the Year.”
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Ridgewood NJ, The New Jersey food scene is losing a heavyweight. After more than 20 years of serving up its signature California-style Mexican fare, Tito’s Burritos & Wings has announced the permanent closure of all remaining locations. fans have until March 1st to grab one last “Fat Amy” or a basket of their famous wings before the doors lock for good.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — What does it take to go from the halls of Ridgewood High School (RHS) to the sidelines of the Super Bowl, the kitchens of elite restaurants, or the front office of the Harlem Globetrotters?
Today marks the official launch of the RHS Alumni Career Speaker Series, a groundbreaking partnership between RHS Guidance and the RHS Alumni Association. This monthly initiative brings successful graduates back to campus to provide students with “real-world” career insights and mentorship.
