Posted on October 21, 2019October 21, 2019 by James — 6 Comments

Rat Infestation at Van Neste Park

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood blog staff has discovered more rats at Van Neste Park. The rat infestation appears worse than originally reported.

There are currently 4 major construction projects in Ridgewood’s central business district and it would seem that the development is stirring up unwanted guests.

The Ridgewood central business district is already dealing with a growing homeless problem, rats only add to the perception the Village’s best days are far behind it.

Posted on October 21, 2019October 21, 2019 by James — 1 Comment

RIDGEWOOD WATER 2019 HYDRANT FLUSHING SCHEDULE

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Ridgewood NJ, Starting Sunday evening, October 20, 2019, at 9:00pm, Ridgewood Water (RW) will perform hydrant flushing in the systems of all four municipalities served by the utility. This is an essential part of our system maintenance program because it helps us to continue to provide you with high-quality water service. In order to cleanse the system, we have to systematically open the fire hydrants to increase water flows.
This allows us to “flush” any minerals and deposits from the pipes that may have accumulated. While flushing the system will not interrupt your water service, when crews are working in your area, you may notice a temporary drop in water pressure or discolored water. This is normal. If this happens, simply let your water run until it is clear. There are no health concerns associated with the minerals that get stirred up, but residents are urged to avoid doing laundry while crews are working. Ridgewood Water will notify registered residents using the Swift Reach Reverse 911 calling. Residents may register to receive these calls by clicking on the SwiftH2O link at the bottom of the Ridgewood Water website homepage at water.ridgewoodnj.net.

Posted on October 21, 2019October 21, 2019 by James — 8 Comments

Ridgewood Schools 2020 Bond $70 Million Referendum

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Ridgewood NJ, taxpayers should plan to attend these meetings, there will be snacks .Ask the architects what options they have considered at different price points to upgrade the facilities before coming up with their $70Million proposal.

There cannot be just one way to do things in the HVCA/boiler world. The architect proposing this $70Million plan was picked without a bid process and is going to get paid in commission for architecture fee, bid management fee, construction management fee, and project management fee (and since bid management is outsourced to them, they do the bidding for the contractors).

Posted on October 21, 2019October 21, 2019 by James — 1 Comment

Golden Toilets for Graydon, Library Update Village Council Agenda October 23rd

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Village Council Public Workshop Agenda

THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
OCTOBER 23, 2019
7:30 P.M.

1. 7:30 pm – Call to Order – Mayor

2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act

Mayor: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and time of this meeting.”

3. Roll Call – Village Clerk

4. Flag Salute/Moment of Silence

5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person – 40 Minutes in Total)

Posted on October 21, 2019October 20, 2019 by James — 6 Comments

Route 17 Exit Sign at Schedler takes a Tumble

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Ridgewood NJ, it appears that due to the high winds and hard rain eroding the bearm the Route 17 exit took a tumble Sunday morning at Schedler.

In August we posted Reader : Disaster Thy Name is SCHEDLER!”

https://theridgewoodblog.net/reader-disaster-thy-name-is-schedler/

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Posted on October 20, 2019October 18, 2019 by James — Leave a comment

Ridgewood Art Institute Open House Reception

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Ridgewood NJ, This Sunday 2-5pm! A perfect opportunity to meet our Instructors, research taking a class and see the quality of Art available for sale at our events. We offer Young People’s classes starting at age 9 as well as Adult Classes in a variety of mediums. All students are taught in direct correlation to their own personal skill level.
Come see all that RAI has to offer!

Posted on October 20, 2019October 19, 2019 by James — Leave a comment

RIDGEWOOD CULINARY STUDIO IS OFFERING A SERIES OF FALL CLASSES WORKSHOP

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Ridgewood NJ, We have posted on our website a series of adult classes that take us into the new year. There are a number of great ones including:
• Autumn Meals
• Chicken Thighs 2-ways
• Pies
• Holiday Cookies
• Easy Holiday Appetizers
• All about pasta
• Croque Monsieurs/Madames
• Chicken Three Ways!
• Chinese New Year
• It’s All Greek to us!

Can’t figure out what to get that cook in your life for the holidays?
Our Gift Cards make the perfect gift!

SHOP NOW!

Our mailing address is:
Ridgewood Culinary Studio
223 Chestnut Street
Ridgewood, NJ 07450

Posted on October 20, 2019October 20, 2019 by James — 7 Comments

Ridgewood Indian Community’s 4th Annual Diwali Celebration

photos by Boyd Loving

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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Indian Community held its 4th Annual Diwali Celebration in the Student Commons Room at Ridgewood High School on Saturday, October 19th from 6:30 PM until 10:00 PM.
Among the honored guests were Ridgewood Mayor Ramon Hache, Ridgewood Deputy Mayor Susan Knudsen, and Ridgewood Councilman Michael Sedon.

Event attendees were treated to several traditional Indian musical & dance productions (by children and adult performers), and dined on a variety of foods prepared and served by a well known Indian caterer.
An absolutely wonderful time was had by all who were there!

more photos by Boyd Loving https://www.facebook.com/theridgewoodblog/

Posted on October 20, 2019October 19, 2019 by James — 13 Comments

Reader suggests a camera at the bus station

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” How about putting a camera at the bus station. And then we could find out who’s peeing and pooping all over the place. At times we can’t even go inside the building because it’s such a mess. Disgusting. What a shame. This is not the slums. And even if it was so it’s still not acceptable. This is an embarrassment to the village. The bus station is the biggest dirtiest site in the village. The mayor and council need to Restore the site. “

Posted on October 19, 2019October 18, 2019 by James — Leave a comment

The Ridgewood Police Department will be taking back unwanted prescription

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Ridgewood NJ, On Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Ridgewood Police and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will give the public its 18th opportunity in nine years to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your pills for disposal to the Ridgewood police station at 131 North Maple Ave. (Sites cannot accept liquids, needles or sharps, only pills or patches.) The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.

Posted on October 19, 2019October 18, 2019 by James — Leave a comment

Police Find Uninvited Guest in Ridgewood Basement

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Police report that on October 10, 2019, patrol units responded to 7 Godwin Avenue on a report of an unwanted party who was located in the basement. Upon arrival patrol located a male party who had sleeping in the basement. Upon further investigation, a 34-year-old male from Ridgewood, N.J. was arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Defiant Trespassing, and Possession of Weapon. The arrestee was processed and released with a pending court date.

Posted on October 19, 2019October 18, 2019 by James — Leave a comment

Ridgewood Police Unable to Catch Street Sign Thieves

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Police Report that on October 13, 2019, patrol units responded to a report of individuals removing street signs at the intersection of North Irving Street and East Ridgewood Avenue. Upon arrival, patrol began to check the area but was unable to locate the actors. Patrol did locate a second street sign missing from Overbrook Road and North Irving Street. Ridgewood Signal Department was notified of the incidents.

Posted on October 19, 2019October 18, 2019 by James — Leave a comment

Dating Site Miscue Leads to Harassment

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Ridgewood NJ, according to the Ridgewood Police department a Farview Street resident responded to Ridgewood Police headquarters on October 13, 2019 report harassment. The victim reported receiving harassing email and text messages from a person who was met through a dating website. The victim reported she did not wish to sign a criminal complaint at this time.

Posted on October 19, 2019October 19, 2019 by James — 2 Comments

Ridgewood Resident Editorial Leads to Stalking Incident

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Police report a Woodside Avenue resident responded to Ridgewood Police headquarters on October 12, 2019, to report a stalking incident. The victim reported an unknown person contacted him on a published phone line after an editorial of his was published in the Bergen Record. The victim reported the caller has different political beliefs and is concerned for his welfare but no threats have been made. The incident was documented at this time.

Posted on October 18, 2019October 17, 2019 by James — 8 Comments

Ridgewood Hits All-time Low with Jim McGreevey Event

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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood has finally hit rock bottom. The Ridgewood Public library will be hosting a talk by former disgraced NJ Governor Jim McGreevey. McGreevy who after a Ridgewood former Mayor claimed “is not gay” abruptly resigned in 2004 after declaring himself “a gay American” and admitting an extramarital affair with a male staffer.

McGreevey a serial con artist pursued a career in the Episcopal priesthood but was rejected. According to a source at the Episcopal Diocese of Newark, his rejection was not for “being gay but for being a jackass”.

Village Council Public Workshop Agenda

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