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No Injuries Reported After Vehicle Jumped Retaining Wall at South Maple Medical Office in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, No injuries nor damage were/was reported when a Toyota Prius jumped a retaining wall in the rear of a medical office building on South Maple Avenue in Ridgewood mid Friday afternoon, 05/10. This is not the first time in 2022 an almost identical accident occurred .

A flatbed tow truck was dispatched to aid in getting the vehicle back on solid ground. Ridgewood Police handled the single vehicle accident investigation.

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Ridgewood Makes Top 10 List: Suburbs Make a Comeback as Hottest Real Estate Markets

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Ridgewood NJ, as the landscape of remote work shifts once again, traditional suburban areas are reclaiming their status as sought-after real estate markets. The allure of Zoom towns, once celebrated for their remote work-friendly environments, is fading as the return to in-person work prompts homebuyers to prioritize affordability and proximity to major cities.

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Village of Ridgewood Dog licenses are renewed during the month of June

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Ridgewood NJ, Dog licenses are renewed during the month of June. One and three-year licenses are available starting June 1 with a valid rabies certificate.

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Unveiling the Universe: Bergen Tech Senior Wins NASA’s Power to Explore Challenge

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Ridgewood NJ, in the realm of space exploration, the journey to uncover the mysteries of our universe often begins with a single idea, a spark of curiosity that propels us forward into the unknown. For Bergen Tech senior Thomas Liu, from Ridgewood that journey has culminated in a remarkable achievement: being named the national high school division winner of NASA’s Power to Explore Challenge.

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Reader asks, How can we trust that anything Ridgewood Mayor Vagiano says is truthful and that he does not stand to benefit in some way

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Ridgewood NJ, according to a Ridgewod Blog reader, “Doesn’t seem to bode well for Mayor Vagianos or the village of Ridgewood. especially as Vagianos is trying to get re-elected for another term. How can we trust that anything he says is truthful and that he does not stand to benefit in some way by making choices that do not benefit the people he was elected to represent.”

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Ridgewood Public Schools Extend Memorial Day Weekend to Account for Unused Snow Days

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Public Schools have decided to extend the Memorial Day weekend to utilize all of the remaining snow days allocated for this school year.

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Bergen County Prosecutor Investigating An Armed Robbery at Ridgewood Stop and Shop

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Ridgewood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announces the following information:

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Ridgewood Parks Division Removes Tree Blocking Saddle River

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Parks Division removed a large tree down across the Saddle River on Friday. River bank erosion and root exposure have made these downed trees a more frequent issue. According to Village Manager Kieth Kazmark ,”Bank stabilization is a major topic the Village will be discussing with the US Army Corps of Engineers this spring”

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Will Anti-Semitic Messages Appear on Ridgewood’s New Proposed Electronic Billboard?

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Ridgewood NJ, at the April 23, 2024 Ridgewood Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting,in the matter of the Outfront Media LLC application to place an electronic billboard at 500 Route 17 South, there was a packed courtroom .  Residents raised quality of life concerns over the billboard , but something else to look forward to , Anti-Semitic messages .

Senator Robert Singer (R-30) and Assemblyman Sean Kean (R-30) released the following statements condemning the Pro-Palestine billboard on Route 9 in Howell, NJ:

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Summons Issued :Friday Morning Fender Bender in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, one day after an accident sent a car careering into George Washington Middle Schiool , Ridgewood Police issued one (1) summons in connection with a Friday morning, 04/26, two (2) vehicle, head on crash that took place in front of 596 Grove Street, Ridgewood. The driver of a white colored, 4-door Mercedes sedan was evaluated on scene by Ridgewood Fire Department EMTs, but declined ambulance transportation to a hospital. No injuries were reported by the driver of vehicle #2. A flatbed tow truck removed both damaged passenger cars from the scene.

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Ridgewood’s Touch-a-Truck Day Rolls in May 9th

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Ridgewood NJ, Truck Day 2024 rolls into downtown Ridgewood’s Memorial Park at Van Neste Square on Thursday, May 9th.

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Ridgewood Police Department: Warrant Call Making the Rounds is a Scam

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Police Department has received multiple reports of suspicious phone calls received by residents from 201-652-3900 (our non-emergency line). The caller claims to be a member of our department. They claim the call recipient has an arrest warrant and demand payment. THIS IS A SCAM. Hang up and do not give any personal information. The Ridgewood Police Department NEVER calls to demand money over the phone for outstanding tickets or warrants.

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Former Warner Theatre in Ridgewood Renovation Begins to Take Shape

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Ridgewood NJ, Bow Tie Partners, owners of the former Warner Theatre in Ridgewood, removed the partitions within the space and preserved the original architectural and decorative details of the building, with the objective of transforming it into a live performing arts venue.

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