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False Alarm Sends Ridgewood High School into “lockdown”

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood High School was placed into “lockdown” status late Monday morning, 04/17, following receipt of a 911 telephone call reporting the presence of an armed individual wishing to do harm located in the school’s student cafeteria. Ridgewood Police officers rushed to the scene and thoroughly searched the building with the assistance of several nearby police departments; everything was found be in order. Ridgewood Fire department and EMS personnel were on standby outside of the building as a precaution. An investigation of the 911 telephone report’s origin is now underway.

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Is Ridgewood Councilwoman Siobhan Winograd’s use of a “restricted” Facebook page to discuss official Village business legal?

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Councilwoman Siobhan Winograd is still actively engaging in discussions about official Village business on the heavily censored “Ridgewood Moms & Dads” Facebook page.

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The RHS Wind Ensemble visited The US Military Academy at West Point

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Ridgewood NJ, the RHS Wind Ensemble visited The US Military Academy at West Point for a tour of their campus, the viewing of a rehearsal by the West Point Band in preparation for an upcoming concert, and a clinic with Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Coven, the band’s Commander and Conductor. The band also played in their 4,500-seat auditorium!

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RHS Green Club to Plant Seventeen New Trees at Stevens Field

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Ridgewood NJ, the RHS Green Club is hosting a tree planting event at Stevens Field on Saturday, April 15 at 9am to plant seventeen new trees! Come for an hour, come for the day! There will be a demonstration at 9am of how to plant the trees!

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Recall Mayor Movement Heats Up in Ridgewood

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Ridgewoood NJ, the current Mayor and Village Council will not stop just with ramming through an irresponsible sports complex and disregarding the needs and safety of the neighbors in its proximity. Other inappropriate and harmful projects will no doubt be forthcoming. The only remedy is a recall election of this Mayor to mitigate the pending damage, unfortunately a recall is what’s necessary.

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5 Suspect Charged in Venmo and Zelle scams on NJ TRANSIT property

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Ridgewood NJ, the New Jersey Transit Police Detective Bureau has been working relentlessly to investigate, identify, and charge suspects who commit Venmo and Zelle scams on NJ TRANSIT property. To date, the Bureau has charged (5) people, 1 adult and 4 juveniles. These investigations are ongoing with potentially more charges to follow. As we continue these efforts, we want you to be aware.⁣

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The Ridgewood Police Warn of a Significant Uptick in reports of Fraud Schemes

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Police Department has seen a significant uptick in reports of fraud involving identify theft and scam schemes (phone, email, and in-person). We recommend that all our residents stay vigilant by monitoring their credit activity and to use extreme caution when dealing with parties attempting to receive a payment for any purpose. Before sending any payment, it is recommended to confirm with the company or agency directly if there is in fact a balance due.

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Historic Preservation Consultant advises Ridgewood Village Council to pause Schedler related activities

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Ridgewood NJ, Peter Primavera, Jr., a controversial historic preservation consultant likely to be officially hired by the Ridgewood Village Council next week, met with the entire Council for the first time on Monday night, April 4th. During their meeting, which took place at the Council’s televised Public Work Session, Mr. Primavera outlined the scope of his proposed work for the Council after summarizing his educational background, professional credentials, and related work experience.

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NJ Division of Highway Traffic Safety Remind Motorists – U Drive. U Text. U Pay

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Ridgewood NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) today announced the launch of a high visibility enforcement effort to mitigate the menace of distracted driving. Between April 1 and the 30th, law enforcement officers will work together to enforce laws prohibiting texting and distracted driving.

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Turn Your Spare Room Into a Nursery With These Tips

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If you’re expecting a baby, one of the most exciting things you get to do is prepare the nursery! If you have a spare room in your house, you’re in luck. With a little bit of planning and effort, you can turn that extra space into a beautiful and functional nursery for your new addition. Here are some tips to get you started:

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Open Pits at Ridgewood Car Wash

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Ridgewood NJ, recently at Ridgewood Auto Wash after I gave instructions to the attendant I was given my receipt and headed past an open oil change area which has three open pits in the ground for oil changes that are seldom used. A man with his receipt in front of me walked towards the open pits, fortunately he turned back when he saw them. Sometimes that area is lit up other times it is in total darkness (see photo). Unprotected open pits are always dangerous. I spoke to the person at the cash register and told him I saw no warning signs and gave him the OSHA requirements which is to cover the pits or put high guardrails around them when not in use, this would stop adults, children or pets from walking or even running into them. He disagreed with me and said what happens when a car comes in for an oil change. I told him to move the guard rail to one side and let the car proceed. He obviously did not agree with me and was getting a bit agitated. Should not their insurance demand a guardrail or a cover for pits not in us.

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Paris Baguette is Now Open in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, Paris Baguette is now open in Ridgewood. Offering Delicious savory and sweet treats, located at 24 Franklin Avenue . Paris Baguette bills it self as ” your neighborhood bakery café. Fresh-baked pastries, baguette sandwiches, coffee drinks & signature cakes served with joy” . In January Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® named Paris Baguette as the #1 franchise in the Baked Goods: Bakery Cafes category.

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Ridgewood Village Council May try to Ban Signs From Public Meetings

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Village Council may be exploring how to effectively ban meeting attendees from displaying signs during any Public Meeting of the Council.

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The Other Parking Problem in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, in the Village of Ridgewood there is often a debate over the availability of parking in the central business district but there is another parking issue that no one likes to talk about , after a recent breakfast at Raymond’s Ridgewood a dinner loved the food but called the parking a “Total rip-off” and as for parking in Ridgewood, the dinner said , “$1.65 for an hour. no wonder there is nobody parked on the street.” Another visitor to the central business district said , “there’s lots of great places in Ridgewood but the traffic and parking are a pain”.

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