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Murphy Administration Needs to Rescind Unworkable, Complicated, Outdated Pool Opening Mandates

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Ridgewood NJ, Senator Declan O’Scanlon today called on the Murphy administration to end the confusion and fear that is preventing homeowner associations and residential communities from opening public pools.

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Ridgewood Fire Department Takeover Per Diem EMS Program ,Public Safety or Power Grab ?

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Ridgewood NJ, at Wednesday Council meeting, Mayor Susan Knudsen read a written statement that, defending her position to reduce the role of emergency services and shift daytime emergency medical services coverage to the Ridgewood Fire Department. The latest budget calls for the addition of two more firefighters.

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Ridgewood Faces 4.3 percent municipal tax increase

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Ridgewood NJ, on Wednesday at the Village Council meeting chief financial officer Bob Rooney laid out the case for a 4.3 percent municipal tax increase .Rooney explained that a tax increase is needed due to lost revenues from COVID-19, consecutive years of modest or no tax increases, and the use of one-time, non-recurring revenues to balance the budget. The 52.9 million Village budget  including the 4.3 percent municipal tax increase will be voted on by the Village Council at the May 12 meeting .

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UPDATE: Village Council will allow dining “corrals” to remain in place at least through October 31

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As a result of feedback received from several restaurant owners, Village Council members agreed on Wednesday evening to permit Dining “corrals” to remain in place on several side streets in the Village’s Central Business District until at least October 31.

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Christie’s Northern NJ Appoints Ferne Lambert as Director of Education

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RIDGEWOOD NJ, Christie’s International Real Estate Northern New Jersey is proud to announce the appointment of Ferne Lambert as Director of Education.  Ferne is a highly respected and experienced industry leader with over 35 years of sales and management experience. The company’s remarkable success and rapid growth this past year, notably leading as the #1 Real Estate Brokerage in Northwest Bergen County in New Jersey Year-to-Date in 2021 (by dollar volume per NJMLS 600 area), paved the way for Ferne to educate and train new licensees in today’s fast-paced real estate market as well as coach experienced agents, helping them to elevate their business to the next level.

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Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, has a new parishioner

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Ridgewood NJ, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, has a new parishioner . The hawk has moved into the trees behind the Religious Ed Building (former Convent) and can be seen perched on the chimney of that building or the school throughout the day. He/She also likes to perch on the crosses on the roof line of the church. Next time you are here look up and see if you can spot it!

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Ridgewood Crew WINS 7 MEDALS at Cities Championship Regatta!!

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Crew participated in the 2021 City Championship Regatta with 15 entries, surpassed only by Conestoga Crew Club with 16. The event, hosted by the Philadelphia Scholastic Rowing Association, was held without the usual tents and crowds in order to keep all participants as safe as possible under the circumstances. Ten boats advanced to the finals and 7 boats earned medals, including 1 gold, 3 silver and 3 bronze. 

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LAST CALL, FOR RIDGEWOOD ART INSTITUTE GALA DRAWING IS THIS FRIDAY!

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Art Institute 68th Annual Sponsor Show is available for viewing online, as well as in our lovely galleries. Here is one of the beautiful pieces that has been donated by our Artist Members. All proceeds for this event go directly to The Ridgewood Art Institute, a veritable jewel in our community, that so many of us call home.

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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA May 5, 2021 7:30 P.M.

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For the duration of the Coronavirus pandemic, Village Hall is closed to the public and meetings are being held with participants at remote locations, connecting to conferencing software provided by zoom

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100+ youths gather to watch fight at RHS – Police from multiple towns & county sheriff’s units respond

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Ridgewood NJ, A Saturday night fist fight involving 2 male youths on the grounds of RHS reportedly drew more than 100 spectators and required Ridgewood Police to ask for police assistance from multiple towns and the Bergen Sheriff’s Office to disperse the gathered crowd.  No arrests were made, nor were any injuries reported in connection with the melee.

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State Senators Cross Isle agreeing that NJ commuters working remotely shouldn’t pay NY taxes

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Ridgewood NJ, state Senator Steven Oroho (R) , working with state Senator Paul Sarlo (D), from Wood-Ridge are also asking for New Jersey to join a lawsuit filed by New Hampshire with the U.S. Supreme Court over a similar situation with Massachusetts. New Hampshire has no state income tax, but does have commuters who work in Massachusetts and pay taxes there.

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NJ TRANSIT POLICE : NEVER use a cable or cord style lock to connect your bike to a bicycle rack

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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT POLICE remind cyclists ,If you travel by bike, NEVER use a cable or cord style lock to connect your bike to a bicycle rack. ALWAYS use U-Style locks, solid chains, or lockers. Cable bicycle locks have a strong possibility of being defeated.⁣

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Ridgewood Overnight and residential parking regulations resume full enforcement May 1st 2021

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Ridgewood NJ, Overnight and residential parking regulations resume full enforcement May 1st 2021

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Everyone loves a parade! Ridgewood’s Independence Day Parade will happen on July 5th according to Mayor Susan Knudsen

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Ridgewood NJ, Mayor Susan Knudsen has announced that Ridgewood’s 2021 Independence Day Parade will take place on Monday, July 5th.

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