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Ridgewood NJ, in recent years, Narcan has become a critical tool in the fight against the opioid crisis. But what exactly is Narcan, and why is it so important?
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Ridgewood NJ, a serious crash on South Maple Avenue in Ridgewood late Tuesday morning (February 11) resulted in emergency responders administering Narcan to the driver of a blue Mercedes-Benz sedan after the vehicle collided head-on with at least two utility poles. South Maple Avenue was closed near Stillwell Place due to the accident.
Continue reading Ridgewood Crash: Driver Revived with Narcan After Slamming Into Utility Poles
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Ridgefield Park NJ, the remains of Steven Fernandez, a Ridgefield Park police officer, are escorted down Route 17 in Ridgewood on Tuesday afternoon, 02/04, en route to a funeral home in Ridgefield Park.  Officer Fernandez died on Saturday, 02/01, as a result of injuries he sustained in a tragic snowmobile accident that took place near Saranac Lake, New York. Firefighters and police officers from Ridgewood, along with paramedics and EMTs from The Valley Hospital, stood at attention on the shoulder of Route 17 as the three (3) minute long funeral procession passed.
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Ridgewood NJ, 2025 Village Council Budget Hearings kick-off tonight at 5 pm at Village Hall. The Village Council invites residents to attend, learn more about the budget process, ask questions and participate at public comment. A budget is a set of priorities and resident input is key to our crafting a successful budget plan.
Continue reading 2025 Village Council Budget Hearings February 3rd,19th and 27th
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Ridgewood NJ, two Ridgewood residents, Antonio Gines, 44, and Gianna Murphy, 36, were arrested earlier this month following an investigation into alleged prostitution activities, Ridgewood Police Chief Forest Lyons announced.
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Ridgewood NJ, in observance of New Year’s Day, Village Hall will be closed on January 1, 2025. There will be no garbage collection, recycling pickup or bulk refuse pickup, and the Recycling Center will be closed. Village of Ridgewood first responders and emergency services are operating.
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Continue reading A Special Message from Santa and the Ridgewood Police Department
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PJ Blogger and the entire staff of the Ridgewood blog would like to Wish you a very Merry Christmas!
We also would like thank, you our readers , advertisers , patrons and supporters for all your contributions this year !
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Twas the Night before Christmas
Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there.
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Continue reading Parking Kiosks in Ridgewood May be Replaced Due to User Complaints
Continue reading Possibly the Most Ignored and Unenforced Ordinance in Ridgewood?
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Ridgewood NJ, Residents and officials across New Jersey are grappling with an unusual mystery: the repeated sightings of large drones in the skies over central and northern parts of the state. These unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), spotted since mid-November, have prompted a flurry of concerns, from public safety to national security.
The Village is aware that drones have been sighted over Ridgewood, and the Police Department has reported all sightings to both county and federal agencies through the proper reporting chains. As information becomes available, it will be shared with residents.
Continue reading New Jersey Drone Mystery Sparks Concern and Calls for Action
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Ridgewood NJ, on December 3rd the Ridgewood PBA Local 20 proudly donated $6,000 to Brick City Rescue, one of the benefactors of our October 6th Food Truck Festival!
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Glen Rock NJ, Glen Rock Police Department cautions on road work in Glen Rock and Ridgewood. Please see the following notice for upcoming milling and paving conducted by Ridgewood Water. All closures will be between approximately 7AM-5PM.
Continue reading Milling and Paving Schedule For Glen Rock/Ridgewood Border
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Ridgewood, NJ, A two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Linwood Avenue and North Pleasant Avenue in Ridgewood on Tuesday afternoon sent an Acura SUV skidding up onto the front lawn of a nearby home. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
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