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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey municipal courts have officially released data on traffic tickets distributed across towns from July 2023 to June 2024. The statistics highlight the total number of traffic violations, including DWI, moving violations, and parking tickets, issued in each borough, township, and city. They also provide insight into how many tickets have been resolved in court versus those still pending or part of a backlog.
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Ridgewood NJ, As students return to school, the Ridgewood Police Department continues to remind residents to drive carefully and stay alert to ensure the safety of children. With more kids walking and biking to and from school, it’s critical that drivers reduce speed and stay focused to react to changing conditions.
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Ridgewood NJ, Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday in September, is more than just the unofficial end of summer in the United States. It’s a day that honors the American labor movement and the contributions of workers to the prosperity, strength, and well-being of the country. But how did this day come to be, and why is it so significant?
Continue reading The History, Founding, and Importance of Labor Day
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Ridgewood NJ, Kasschau Memorial Shell wraps up another successful Summer Concert Series with The ever popular Nerds on Thursday, September 5th at 7:30 pm. Be part of the fun-omenon! The Nerds are not your typical cover band–they are an absolutely incredible Rock & Roll cover band. The band has been called the most beloved bar band .
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Ridgewood NJ, the Jim Grasso Classic marked a significant moment for Ridgewood senior basketball star John Jackson—without him even playing a single minute. Diagnosed with Stage 4B Hodgkin’s lymphoma, Jackson watched from the stands as the Maroons dominated Clifton with a 35-0 victory.
Continue reading Ridgewood’s John Jackson Faces His Toughest Opponent Yet, Off the Court
Continue reading Lisa’s Mediterranean Restaurant in Ridgewood Has Been Sold
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Ridgewood NJ, the Youth Ministry Program at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Ridgewood, has seen an incredible year of engagement, growth, and service during the 2023-24 program year. Here’s a look at the impact our ministry has had on high school teens in our parish:
Continue reading A Year in Review: Our Lady of Mount Carmel’s Youth Ministry Program
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Ridgewood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of KALI J. CARTER, 49, of East Orange, NJ, and DEMETRIUS D. HALE, 49, of Bergenfield, NJ, on various charges related to a series of burglaries across northern New Jersey. The arrests are the result of a months-long investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck.
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Ridgewood NJ, Somerville-Hawes Dads’ Night is a 501(c)3 charitable organization that has been continuously operating for 80 years in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Founded in 1944, the mission of our organization is based on three main pillars – family, friends, and community. We address the needs of the scholastic experience of Somerville and Hawes Elementary Schools. This is done by assisting in the provision of goods and services which often fall outside of the normal Ridgewood Board of Education budget. Another key element of service is helping to support members of our local community during times of crisis.
Continue reading Somerville-Hawes Dads’ Night Golf Outing Friday, September 20th
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Ridgewood NJ, confirmed candidates for November’s local elections (Ridgewood) elections are:
Continue reading Village of Ridgewood Candidates for November’s Local Elections
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Continue reading Alger Stone Day in the Village of Ridgewood!
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce presents The 31st Annual Car Show on Friday, September 6th from 6 pm to 9 pm all Around Memorial Park at Van Neste Square and Along E. Ridgewood Avenue – Music – Trophies – Dining – Fun for the Whole Family!
Continue reading The Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce 32st Annual Car Show 2024
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Ridgewood NJ, the leaf blower, invented as far back as 1947, has become an indispensable tool for landscapers and homeowners alike. However, in some New Jersey communities, it has also become public nuisance number one.
Continue reading The Leaf Blower Dilemma: A Growing Noise Nuisance in New Jersey
