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Ridgewood Police Nab Suspect Sleeping in Resident’s Garage!

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Quick-Thinking Officer Finds Intruder AND Clears Active Warrant in Sunday Morning Incident

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Ridgewood, NJ – A peaceful Sunday morning on October 5th took a sharp turn for a homeowner on the 400 block of Hillcrest Road when they made an alarming discovery: an unknown individual asleep in their garage. The swift response by the Ridgewood Police Department Patrol Division resulted in a rapid arrest, turning a potential trespass into a dual-purpose law enforcement action.

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Ridgewood Police & Ridgewood Parks & Recreation Partner to Teach Kids Essential Bike Safety Skills

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Forget the Sidewalks: Ridgewood Cops Teach Kids Pro Bike Skills—The 4 Rules Every NJ Parent MUST Know!

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Ridgewood NJ, learning to ride a bike is a fundamental part of childhood, but with today’s traffic—and the growing use of electric scooters and bikes—instilling core safety knowledge has never been more crucial.

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A Close Call in Ridgewood: Driver Refuses Medical Attention After Crashing into Utility Pole

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Dramatic Crash Shuts Down Ridgewood Street: Driver Walks Away After Hitting Utility Pole

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Ridgewood NJ, an early Monday afternoon crash in Ridgewood sent emergency responders to the 100 block of Ackerman Avenue, where a black four-door Hyundai sedan left the roadway and collided with a utility pole. The incident, which occurred on September 22, 2025, drew a quick and coordinated response from local first responders.

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Children Suffer Minor Injuries in Sunday Crash at Ridgewood Intersection

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Children Sustain Minor Injuries in Two-Vehicle Crash in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, a two-vehicle collision in Ridgewood, New Jersey, on Sunday morning resulted in minor leg injuries for two children. The crash, which occurred at the intersection of North Monroe Street and West Glen Avenue, brought a swift response from local emergency crews.

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Ridgewood Single-Car Crash on Lincoln Ave Sends 3 to Hospital

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Details emerge on Thursday afternoon accident in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood, NJ—A single-vehicle crash on Lincoln Avenue this Thursday afternoon resulted in three individuals being transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The incident, which occurred on September 11, 2025, drew a swift response from local emergency services.

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Meet Ridgewood’s Newest Police Officers and the RPD’s First-Ever ‘Officer of the Year’

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Get to know the faces dedicated to keeping our community safe

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Ridgewood NJ, at a recent Village Council Meeting, the Ridgewood Police Department celebrated both new beginnings and outstanding achievements. Mayor Paul Vagianos officially swore in three new officers, welcoming them into the force. Meanwhile, the department recognized an officer whose exceptional work earned him a historic honor.

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Crash at Linwood and Walthery in Ridgewood Sends One to Hospital, Two Vehicles Towed

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Linwood Avenue and Walthery Avenue late Tuesday morning, July 29, 2025, resulted in one person injured, two vehicles towed, and one summons issued, according to the Ridgewood Police Department.

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Ridgewood Welcomes Three New Officers from Bergen County Police Academy Class 134

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Ridgewood Police Department is proud to welcome three newly graduated officers from the prestigious Bergen County Police Academy Class 134.

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The Village of Ridgewood Adds New Thermo-plastic Stop Signs

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Ridgewood NJ, In the continued effort to improve upon pedestrian safety in the Village, the Ridgewood Police Department recently worked with the Signal Division to lay thermo-plastic stop signs at the intersection of Kenilworth Road and Laurel Road.

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Traffic Alert : Road Closures between 8:00AM and 3:00PM due to the 48th Annual Memorial Day Ridgewood Run

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Police Department reminds residents that Ridgewood will be hosting the 48th annual Memorial Day run on Monday May 26th. Traffic on the east side of town will be impacted with road closures between 8:00AM and 3:00PM. Motorists should avoid east Ridgewood Ave, Linwood Ave, and East Glen Ave during that time. Use Grove Street and Race Track Road as alternate routes.

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Felony Traffic Stop in Ridgewood Leads to Two Arrests for Suspected Stolen Vehicle

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Two Arrested in Ridgewood Following Felony Traffic Stop Involving Stolen Vehicle

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Ridgewood NJ, a high-risk felony traffic stop conducted by the Ridgewood Police Department led to the arrest of two individuals early Tuesday afternoon, May 6. The incident took place in front of 305 East Ridgewood Avenue, following reports that the white Honda Odyssey van they were operating had recently been stolen.

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Ridgewood Police Officers Honored for Outstanding Work in Public Safety and Crime Prevention

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Ridgewood NJ, at a recent Ridgewood Village Council meeting, Police Chief Lyons proudly recognized several Ridgewood Police Department officers for their exceptional service and dedication to public safety. In addition to celebrating departmental promotions, the evening also served to highlight the impactful work of officers who continue to protect and serve the community with distinction.

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Ridgewood Police Chief , “No Factual basis for the Claim that an RHS Student Planned or Intended to Commit an Act of Violence”

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April 7, 2025

RPS Community Members,

We are writing to provide follow-up information regarding the joint investigation conducted by the Ridgewood Public Schools and the Ridgewood Police Department into recent reports and rumors of potential school violence at Ridgewood High School. These rumors alleged that a student had developed a plan to commit a school shooting on Monday, April 7, and had circulated a so-called “kill list” identifying intended targets. The widespread dissemination of these claims—along with an image of the alleged list on social media—understandably caused public concern and prompted overnight action by school and law enforcement officials to ensure that it was safe to open schools today.

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Ridgewood Police Department is Hiring!

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Ridgewood NJ, the application period for the NJ Civil Service Law Enforcement Entrance Exam runs through March 31st. The Ridgewood Police Department utilizes the results of this exam to hire our officers. The Village of Ridgewood still exercises a resident’s preference.
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Ridgewood Crew Hosts Record-Breaking Annual Rowathon

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Crew Team hosted its annual Rowathon fundraiser this past Saturday, featuring an exciting competition among local firefighters with police officers cheering them on. The event, held under gorgeous weather conditions, drew unprecedented community support and set a new fundraising record for the team.

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