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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood blog readers have come up with a way for the Village to raise money to contribute to the parking revenue deficit .
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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Board of Education meets on June 14, 2021 at 6:00 PM for an Executive Session and 7:00 PM for the Regular Public Meeting at the Education Center.
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Ridgewood NJ, Most Americans believe it’s important for young people to work during the summer, and don’t think it will be very difficult for teens to find jobs in the current economy.
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The price of rent is something that comes up a lot in politics and economics. The simple reality is that it is one of the most direct measures of how well the system is doing. When rent is both affordable to renters and lucrative to landlords, Ridgewood is doing well. When rent is too high or too low, we are met with potential issues.
Continue reading Why Have Rental Prices Plummeted In Ridgewood?
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Ridgewood NJ, Frank Mortimer will sign copies of his book, “Bee People and the Bugs They Love”, on the Ridgewood Public Library patio (weather permitting). Bring your copy or buy one through Bookends. Registration suggested.
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Ridgewood NJ, two Ridgewood Highschool graduates (class of 2020), are offering a new power washing service at some very aggressive pricing . According to the two entrepreneurs the most popular services: * Garbage Can cleaning ($30 for 1, $50 for 2) * Walkway Powerwash * Sidewalk Powerwash * Deck Deepclean .
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Ridgewood NJ, The Law Enforcement Torch Run – Special Olympics made its way through parts of Ridgewood this morning. Two (2) Ridgewood Police officers participated as running torch bearers in the annual event.
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Ridgewood NJ, Enjoy music under the stars on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the summer. Tonight The Stilettos ,Thursday June 10, 2021 at 8:00-9:45 pm . At the Kasschau Band Shell 125 Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450. It is absolutely free !
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Ridgewood NJ, after successfully fulfilling its mission to deliver $1 million in economic relief to local restaurants and 100,000 hot and healthy meals to those facing food insecurity in Bergen County, the HealthBarn Foundation and its partners are committing to continuing the ‘Feed the Frontlines: Helping Those In Need’ initiative. The nonprofit is seeking a second grant from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s ‘Sustain and Serve’ program after state lawmakers approved $10 million in additional funding for the NJEDA’s effort last week. The legislation has Governor Murphy’s support and is expected to be signed into law later this month.
VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD
VILLAGE COUNCIL
REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING
JUNE 9, 2021
8:00 P.M.
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Ridgewood NJ, 93 degree weather brought out the crowds to Graydon Pool on opening weekend to kickoff the historic Graydon Pool 2021 swimming season. Remember no parkway traffic, no sharks and plenty of free parking !
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood’s 2021 “Pride Celebration” was held in Van Neste Memorial Park on Saturday, June 5. Many local speakers, performers, allies, friends, families, and neighbors participated/attended.
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Ridgewood NJ, Pride Month is celebrated every June as a tribute to those who were involved in the Stonewall Riots. The original organizers chose this month to pay homage to the Stonewall uprising in June 1969 in New York City, which helped spark the modern gay rights movement. Most Pride events take place each year in June, although some cities hold their celebrations at other times of the year.
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Ridgewood NJ, after years of debate the Village of Ridgewood erected a parking garage on Hudson Street .While critics argued the numbers just didn’t add up , merchants and commuters rejoiced. Parking rates were increased to close the funding gap and kiosks were added to better maximize parking revenue .
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Walks is releasing the least remarkable story from its Funny Side of Ridgewood Tour:
