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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, 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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Continue reading The Village of Ridgewood Adds New Thermo-plastic Stop Signs
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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 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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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 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.
Continue reading Ridgewood Police Department is Hiring!
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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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Ridgewood NJ, a Thursday afternoon fire on March 13 prompted a swift response from Ridgewood Police Department (RPD) patrol officers and Ridgewood Fire Department (RFD) firefighters in the 200 block of East Ridgewood Avenue.
Continue reading Ridgewood Emergency Responders Extinguish Dumpster Fire Behind Retail Store
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Ridgewood NJ, a routine garbage collection turned hazardous early Wednesday morning when smoke began billowing from the rear of a Village of Ridgewood sanitation truck. In response, the driver dumped the truck’s contents into an empty parking lot to prevent further danger.
Continue reading Garbage Truck Fire in Ridgewood Quickly Contained by Firefighters
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Ridgewood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of ANTONIO GINES, 43, of Ridgewood, NJ, on the charge of possession of child sexual abuse material. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck.
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Ridgewood NJ, a Ridgewood driver walked away unscathed after his 2018 black Volkswagen Jetta rolled onto its driver’s side on Wednesday morning, February 19, after hitting an ice patch on Van Buren Street.
Continue reading Driver Unharmed After Volkswagen Jetta Rolls Over on Icy Ridgewood Street
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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Police Department would like to remind residents that there is no parking on any street in the Village between the hours of 2:00 am and 6:00 am (Ordinance 265-21). Overnight parking permits for the Central Business District are available at Village Hall, and residents may call Central Dispatch (201-652-3900) to request permission to park overnight.
