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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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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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