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Ridgewood’s Mary Jo Guinchard Gets the Nod to Run Against Josh Gottheimer

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Ridgewood NJ, Mary Jo Guinchard wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in New Jersey’s 5th Congressional District.

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Unexpected Caller from Ridgewood to WFAN Sports Radio: A Heartwarming Twist

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Ridgewood NJ, WFAN recently updated their phone number for callers, moving from the long-used 877-337-6666 to a new 888-808-1019 number. This change, made just over a week ago, led to an unexpected and heartwarming incident on-air this morning during the show hosted by Gregg Giannotti and Boomer Esiason.

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Massive Farewell to Ridgewood’s Femmebot Brick and Mortar Bash

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Ridgewood NJ, mark your calendars for Thursday, June 20th at 7 pm as we bid farewell to our beloved Femmebot store with the party of the year! Celebrating over a decade of fun, fashion, fierceness, support, and the incredible love . It’s going to be an unforgettable night.

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Adam Nimoy , Son of Star Trek Icon Leonard Nimoy Appearing at Bookends in Ridgewood Tonight

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Ridgewood NJ, Adam Nimoy – Book/Ticket – Son of Star Trek Icon Leonard Nimoy – Friday, June 7th @ 7:00pm. Each person needs a book for entry. Continue reading Adam Nimoy , Son of Star Trek Icon Leonard Nimoy Appearing at Bookends in Ridgewood Tonight

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The Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce brings You the “Farmers’ Market” Every Sunday from June 23rd

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce brings to you their yearly “Farmers’ Market” every Sunday from June 23rd through October 27th….8:30 AM to 2:00 PM located at the Ridgewood Train Station Parking Lot on the West Side. Enjoy Fresh Farm-to-Table Produce and More!

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“Music in the Night,” is Back in the Village of Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, “Music in the Night,” sponsored by The Ridgewood Guild, continues this year! On Friday evenings from May 31st to September 6th, volunteer musicians positioned in front of restaurants and in other high traffic areas will fill the night with music…yet another reason to come downtown!

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The Ridgewood Board of Education Approves a New 2.95% Salary Increase

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education approved a new four-year contract agreement with the Ridgewood Education Association, which includes a 2.95% salary increase and some enhanced benefits.

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Darius Drucker lead singer of Hootie & the Blowfish appears on Memorial day at Bookends in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, Darius Drucker appeared on Memorial day at Bookends in Ridgewood promoting his new book “Life’s Too Short ”
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NJ TRANSIT SALUTES MILITARY WITH COMPLIMENTARY RIDES DURING NYC FLEET WEEK

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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT is honoring the brave men and women who are serving in the United States Armed Forces with complimentary rides throughout the system during Fleet Week 2024. Beginning May 22 through May 28, active-duty and reserve members of the military and National Guard ride for free on NJ TRANSIT while in uniform or by displaying a Military ID. To take advantage of this offer, simply board any New York City-bound NJ TRANSIT bus or train and show your military uniform or ID to the operator or conductor. No ticket or fare is required. For more information, please visit njtransit.com/fleet.

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Ridgewood Village’s New Park: A Troubling Tale of Eminent Domain and Unmet Promises

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Ridgewood NJ, in August 2021, the Ridgewood Village Council unveiled a proposal during a Public Work Session to acquire the former Town Garage property on Franklin Avenue via eminent domain. The council’s vision was to transform this site, located near South Walnut Street, into a pocket park—a green space for community enjoyment rather than a parking lot.

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US Army Corps of Engineers will be in Ridgewood on Monday, June 17th at 7:30 pm to discuss short- and long-term flooding solutions

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Ridgewood NJ, in January the Village of Ridgewood made a formal request to the United States Army Corps. of Engineers seeking their assistance and intervention with regard to flooding along the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook and the Saddle River.

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Ridgewood Schools Extend the Memorial Day Holiday Weekend

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Ridgewood NJ, each year, Ridgewood Public Schools incorporates emergency closing days into the school calendar. This year, the District did not use all of the allotted days. Therefore, after reviewing the calendar for the remainder of the current school year, the district has decided that schools will be closed Friday, May 24, 2024 and Tuesday, May 28, 2024 for the Memorial Day weekend ,if  there is no need for the use of an additional emergency day prior to that date.

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The Ridgewood Blog Wishes A Happy Mothers Day to All

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“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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Village of Ridgewood Project Pride May 19th

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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood is looking for volunteers and you’re invited to help plant the flower pots in the central business district on Sunday, May 19th at 7:45 am.

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