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Click it or Ticket: NJ cops will pull over thousands of drivers for 2 weeks

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By Jen Ursillo May 21, 2017 8:00 PM

For two weeks, starting Monday and ending June 4, law enforcement agencies across New Jersey will be out and about pulling over drivers who aren’t wearing seat belts.

Gary Poedubicky, acting director of the state Division of Highway Traffic Safety, says 375 police agencies, including the State Police, are expected to take part in the campaign. In May 2016, 387 agencies participated.

“We’re trying to encourage motorists and passengers to buckle up,” he said. “Seat belts save thousands of lives every year but far too many motorists are still not buckling up. In our opinion, buckling is not an option. It’s a difference between life and death in a crash.”

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Massive Ridgewood Water Restrictions Would Seem to Limit All Development In Town

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Attention: Ridgewood Water Customers

Stage II restrictions (2 days per week irrigation) were imposed in June 2016 and are still in effect in Glen Rock, Midland Park, Ridgewood and Wyckoff. Without these restrictions, the use of drinking water for irrigation will continue increasing toward levels that are unsustainable regardless of drought conditions. To reverse this trend, an ordinance was approved by the Village Council on April 12, 2017 to amend the provisions governing Watering and Water Emergencies in the Village of Ridgewood Code. Changes include:

Making 2 days per week irrigation permanent year round,
Restricting irrigation hours to limit losses to evaporation,
Restricting irrigation using private wells to 2 days a week,
Adding new exemptions, including drip irrigation and smart controllers.
This ordinance became effective on May 2, 2017 and applies only to Ridgewood, but it is expected that the Boroughs of Glen Rock and Midland Park, and the Township of Wyckoff will enact similar rules as they have in the past. Below is the approved ordinance. Questions can be directed to Ridgewood Water at 201-670-5521 or [email protected].

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Why More Parents Need to Say ‘No’ to Their Children

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Annie Holmquist | May 18, 2017

When I was around 5 years old, a neighbor friend of mine had a huge, Victorian dollhouse. She never seemed all that interested in it, but I thought it was beautiful. So much so, that in the years following, I would often look longingly at similar dollhouse kits at the local craft store.

Alas, the family budget was slim, so my parents never had the opportunity to provide the Victorian dollhouse of my dreams, although they would have loved to do so.

In retrospect, however, this deprivation was a positive thing, for my sister and I created our own. We pulled books from shelves to make rooms, created doll beds with cassette tapes, made miniature bedspreads from ragbag scraps, and formed appetizing, doll-sized meals from modeling clay. True fun, I discovered, came not in having my wants fulfilled, but in putting my imagination and creative skills to fill any deficit I had in “stuff.”

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NJ TRANSIT KICKS OFF SUMMER WITH ‘EARLY GETAWAY’ SERVICE AND DISCOUNTED TRAVEL PACKAGES

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May 22,2017
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Ridgewood NJ,  NJ TRANSIT will kick off the Memorial Day weekend with “early getaway” rail and bus service on Friday, May 26, for the benefit of customers leaving work early.  To help speed the getaway, customers are reminded that they can enjoy the convenience of purchasing tickets through the MyTix feature of the NJ TRANSIT mobile app.   Besides giving customers a jump on the unofficial start of summer, NJ TRANSIT is making it easy and affordable to get to fun in the sun around the state with a variety of discounted packages.

Friday, May 26:

Extra outbound trains will operate on the Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast, Raritan Valley, Morris & Essex, and Port Jervis lines starting at approximately 1 p.m.
One outbound Pascack Valley train (#9653, leaving Hoboken at 2:58 p.m.) will extend its existing service to terminate in Spring Valley.
Extra buses will operate from the Port Authority Bus Terminal on more than two dozen bus routes starting around noon.  Visit njtransit.com for details.
All light rail systems will operate on regular weekday schedules.

Saturday, May 27 and Sunday, May 28:

Rail:

The Bay Head-Long Branch shuttle is enhanced to hourly service (8 a.m.-10 p.m.)

Bus:

Weekend shuttle service resumes between Toms River and Seaside Park on bus route no. 137.  The bus leaves Toms River at 11:25 a.m. with the return departure from Seaside Park at 6:25 p.m. This service runs every weekend and holiday through the end of June, when direct service resumes from New York on bus route no. 137 and Newark bus route no. 67.  See schedule for details.

Light Rail:

Hudson-Bergen Light Rail will operate on a weekend schedule.
Newark Light Rail will operate on a Saturday and Sunday schedule, respectively.
River Line will operate on a Saturday and Sunday schedule, respectively.

Memorial Day, Monday, May 29:

Rail:

Trains will operate on a weekend/major holiday schedule on all lines.
The Bay Head-Long Branch shuttle is enhanced to hourly service (8 a.m.-10 p.m.)

Bus:

Bus schedules vary by route—customers are advised to check their timetables or visit njtransit.com for schedule information.  Many routes serving shopping malls will operate on weekend/holiday schedules.  Consult timetable for details.  NOTE: Buses may be subject to detours and service delays for Memorial Day parades through various towns.  See njtransit.com for details.

Light Rail:

Hudson-Bergen Light Rail will operate on a weekend schedule.
Newark Light Rail will operate on a Saturday schedule.
River Line will operate on a Sunday schedule.

Summer Savings
With Memorial Day marking the “unofficial” start of the summer recreational season, this weekend is a great time for customers to take advantage of NJ TRANSIT’s discounted travel packages to destinations including the Jersey Shore, Six Flags, Monmouth Park and Liberty Science Center:

Beach Packages:  Board a train anywhere on NJ TRANSIT’s rail system, excluding Atlantic City Rail Line stations and save up to $5.00 on admission to one of five beaches— Long Branch, Asbury Park, Ocean Grove, Bradley Beach and Belmar—by purchasing round-trip train fare and a discounted beach pass for one price at NJ TRANSIT ticket vending machines (choose “Beach/Monmouth Park Packages” and select “Beach Package”) or at ticket windows.  Beach Packages will be available for weekends and holidays from May 27 through June 18 and then daily starting Monday, June 19 and continuing through Labor Day, Monday, September 4.

Six Flags Great Adventure and Safari or Hurricane Harbor:  Save up to $32 by purchasing round-trip bus transportation and park admission together.

NJ TRANSIT provides express bus service to Six Flags from the Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York and Newark Penn Station.

Monmouth Park:  Save $5.50 when you travel to Monmouth Park Racetrack.  Simply purchase a package to Monmouth Park from NJ TRANSIT ticket vending machines (choose “Beach/Monmouth Park Packages” and select “Monmouth Park Racetrack”) or at ticket windows from any NJ TRANSIT station, except Atlantic City Rail Line, and receive round-trip transportation, Grandstand Admission and an official track program for $3.50 plus the regular cost of a round-trip rail ticket.

Liberty Science Center:  Save $5 per person for up to four general admission, combo ticket and/or all-access passes when you travel on NJ TRANSIT and show your ticket, pass or fare receipt at Liberty Science Center.  General admission passes include live science demonstrations, hands-on labs, and a variety of daily activities.  Combo and all-access passes provide options for films and premium exhibits.

Visit njtransit.com for more information on NJ TRANSIT summer travel deals.

On weekends, kids ride free on NJ TRANSIT

Every weekend, families riding NJ TRANSIT can save with the Family SuperSaver Fare, which allows two children 11 and younger to travel free with each fare-paying adult.  For the Memorial Day holiday weekend, the program will be extended and in effect from 7 p.m. Friday, May 26 until 6 a.m. Tuesday, May 30.

Travel tips

Check Schedules in Advance:  Plan your trip online to take advantage of extra trains and buses.
Allow Extra Travel Time:  Traffic congestion during the long holiday weekend may affect bus travel times especially on routes using the Garden State Parkway heading down the shore, so customers should plan accordingly.
Ticketing:  Purchase round-trip tickets at the start of your trip to speed your return.  Use the MyTix feature on the NJ TRANSIT mobile app, ticket vending machines or see a ticket agent, if available, to avoid possible surcharges.  Bus customers departing Port Authority Bus Terminal are reminded that tickets must be purchased before boarding the bus.
Luggage:  Travel as light as possible.  Passengers with luggage or packages should use the overhead racks or designated luggage spaces.  On multilevel trains, customers with large bags should use the mezzanine levels at the ends of each car.

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3 Tips For Women Worried About Outliving Their Retirement Nest Egg

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Few things make retirees more nervous than the possibility their savings could run dry.

May 21,2017

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, And the situation can be even more troublesome for women, who are at greater risk of outliving their money because, on average, they live longer than men. In fact, women over the age of 65 are 80 percent more likely than men to spend their retirement years impoverished, according to a study by the National Institute on Retirement Security.

“Many women don’t realize just how long they may live in retirement and how long their savings need to last,” says Beth Andrews, founder of Networth Advisors (www.bethandrews.info), a financial-planning firm that recently launched the Woman’s Worth® program with the goal of improving the retirement outlook for female clients.

“These days, it’s not unusual for someone to live into their 80s or 90s, and even past 100,” Andrews says. “Your retirement, in other words, could last many more years than you ever imagined.”

Women typically face situations men don’t.

“Just think of it this way,” Andrews says. “Most men die married. Most women die single. Generally, that means men will have someone who’s caring for them right up to the end. Women will be left to care for themselves.”

She suggests a few steps women should consider to reduce their risk of running out of money before they run out of life:

Delay Social Security. You can claim your Social Security benefits as early as age 62, but if that’s your plan you might want to reconsider, Andrews says. Taking Social Security early means you permanently will receive a lower monthly payment. Unless a personal situation forces your hand, she says, it may be better to wait until you reach your full retirement, which is from 66 to 67, depending on when you were born. If you can put off claiming Social Security until you are 70, those monthly payments would grow even more.
Plan for inflation. Too many people – women and men – think in terms of today’s dollars when they are trying to plot out how much money they will need in retirement. As decades pass and the cost of living rises, those dollars are going to buy a lot less — so it’s essential that you factor inflation into your retirement planning, Andrews says.
Take care of your health. This one might not sound like a financial issue, but medical bills and long-term care expenses can gobble up savings quicker than nearly any other expense. Regular exercise and healthy eating can go a long way toward keeping both your body and your savings account fit.

“There are other things you’ll want to consider as well,” Andrews says. “For example, you may want to put off retirement and keep working longer than you originally planned. The important thing, though, is that you start thinking about what your retirement plan is and what you need to do to help make sure it doesn’t fall apart.”

About Beth Andrews

Beth Andrews, a CPA and Certified Financial Planner®, is founder of Networth Advisors LLC (www.bethandrews.info). As an experienced financial advisor, she specializes in the areas of retirement planning, retirement distribution planning, tax strategies, investments and insurance. Beth offers investment advisory services through AE Wealth Management (AEWM), LLC.  Networth Advisors and AEWM are not affiliated companies. She and her husband Todd, a retired millwright for US Steel, have been married for 23 years and live in Eighty Four, PA near their family. Andrews received her accounting degree from Indiana University and started as a financial advisor in 1997.  She founded Networth Advisors to help clients accumulate, protect and enjoy their wealth.

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The 4th Annual Michael Feeney’s Best Day Ever !

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May 21,2017

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Ridgewood Nj, Tickets are available on community pass for the 4th annual Michael Feeney’s Best Day Ever event June 10th 2017 from 10am to 3pm at BF Middle School. Proceeds to Benefit Tackle Kids for Cancer, Go 4 the Goal, JDRF and the Ridgewood Jr.Police Academy. It’s a great day of family fun for a good cause.

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Ridgewood American Legion Post 53 placed U.S. flags on the graves of their fallen comrades at Valleau Cemetery

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May 21,2017

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Ridgewood NJ, for Armed Forces day Mayor Susan Knudsen and Councilwomen Bernie Walsh along with other Ridgewood residents helped the American Legion Post 53 members place U.S. flags on the graves of their fallen comrades at Valleau Cemetery.

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Hundreds of flags were placed on the graves of soldiers with the help of many volunteers including boy scouts and girl scouts.

On August 31, 1949, Louis Johnson, who was the United States’ Secretary of Defense, announced the creation of an Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy and Air Force Days. The event stemmed from the armed forces’ unification under one department – the Department of Defense.

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Mike Just Today Sunday, May 21st at 3:00pm at Bookends in Ridgewood

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May 21,2017

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Ridgewood NJ, Mike Just ,Former Pro Baseball Player and Owner of Just Hits in Westwood,NJ, Mike Just, will sign his new book: Just Baseball
Appearing authors will only autograph books purchased at Bookends and must have valid Bookends Receipt.

Availability & pricing for all autographed books subject to change.
First In Line Certificate use is the the discretion of Bookends. Blackout dates may apply.
Bookends cannot guarantee that the books that are Autographed will always be First Printings.
Autographed books purchased at Bookends are non-returnable.

While we try to ensure that all customers coming to Bookends’ signings will meet authors and get their books signed, we cannot guarantee that all attendees will meet the author or that all books will be signed.  We cannot control inclement weather, author travel schedules or authors who leave prematurely.

Bookends, 211 E. Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ   07450   201-445-0726

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Village of Ridgewood Adopt-A-Tree Program

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May 21,2017

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood homeowners may Adopt-A-Tree from Village of Ridgewood. This policy will enable Ridgewood property owners to purchase and maintain a tree selected from an approved species list to place on median (village owned property) in front of their home.

A fee will be charged to homeowner, some special select species of tree may cost extra. This fee will allow Ridgewood residents to buy and a plant tree.

Trees will be planted in FALL of each year. In all instances,there are restrictions on where trees can be planted for various reasons such as sight lines, underground utilities, power lines, and sidewalk conflicts.

To participate in Adopt-a-tree • Apply to the Adopt-a-tree program (APPLICATION) Submitted to Shade tree Department.

• Village official will review application, if suitable spot in median exists an appropriate tree will be planted in the FALL. Residents will have option to have Shade Tree Department select the tree or elect to choose from the approved tree list. Fees will be set and due at time of application.
• Utilities will be marked and avoided prior to planting

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Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation Seasonal Employment Opportunities

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SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
May 21,2017

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Ridgewood NJ, Applications are being sought for the many summer positions available with the Parks and Recreation Department including Day Camp Administrators, Day Camp Counselors, Graydon Pool Lifeguards, Security Attendants, and Badge Sale Attendants. Concession Attendant applications will be shared with the Water’s Edge vendor. NOTE: Day Camp staff attendance is mandatory for the full six week program, June 26 to August 4, 2017.
Applications will be considered for experience, interests, and accomplishments.

Mail completed applications to The Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450.
2017 Seasonal Employment Application
2017 Waterfront Lifeguard Employment Application for Graydon Pool

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The Valley Hospital has been Selected as 1 of 10 Hospitals to Participate in Nationwide Study for Minimally Invasive Aortic Valve Replacement

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May 21,2017

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Ridgewood NJ, The Valley Hospital Heart and Vascular Institute has been selected as 1 of just 10 hospitals – and the only hospital in New Jersey – to participate in a nationwide study investigating a minimally invasive aortic valve replacement procedure for individuals with aortic stenosis.

Individuals interested in making an appointment for an evaluation to see if they are a candidate for this study are encouraged to contact Jaclyn Chomsky, D.N.P., Valve Coordinator, at 201-447-8378 or [email protected].

The first-of-its-kind clinical trial, led by Medstar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C., aims to evaluate the use of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), a minimally invasive procedure, in aortic stenosis patients who are at low risk for conventional open-heart surgery. TAVR is not yet approved by the FDA for use in this population.  TAVR has already been established as a treatment option for intermediate- and high-risk patients. The trial is now open and will be enrolling 200 patients over a 24-month period. It will be non-randomized, meaning individuals who qualify will be selected to undergo the TAVR procedure instead of open-heart surgery.

“TAVR has already been shown to extend lives and improve the quality of life for intermediate- and high-risk patients who just a few years ago may not have had an alternative to open-heart surgery,” said John Goncalves, M.D., Director of Cardiac Surgery at The Valley Hospital and Surgical Director of Valley’s TAVR Program. “This is an exciting study to be a part of because it may potentially prove the effectiveness of TAVR for low-risk patients and open the door for others to qualify for this minimally invasive procedure in the future.”

TAVR is a procedure used to treat aortic stenosis, a life-threatening condition that occurs when blood flow is obstructed due to the narrowing of the aortic valve, one of the valves in the heart. Using TAVR, the heart team can replace a diseased aortic heart valve in a less-invasive manner than with open-heart surgery. The procedure requires only a small incision in the groin, through which an expandable heart valve is placed into the body and up to the heart via a catheter-based delivery system. Studies have shown that patients achieve better outcomes when undergoing TAVR than with medication alone.
“We are honored to be recognized for our expertise and experience with the TAVR procedure,” said Dr. Goncalves. “Clinical trials like this are critical to our work providing the highest quality and most innovative care for our patients.”

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Reader says Ridgewood Water Is a service provider who can no longer provide a service

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Amazing how simple it is for some people to just accept regulation and the loss of service

The water issue only exists due to weak management and poor leadership

We can debate non stop about rain runoff etc but simply put.RW water Is a service provider who can no longer provide a service. We lose countless gallons due to leaks, we have wells shut down with no published plan to correct, and the argument about storage tanks is non existent.

That anyone is willing to accept paying more for less is simply amazing. Nature has provided plenty of water, Ridgewood is unique in that we don’t know how to manage the resource.

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Virtual Kidnaping Phone Scam Reported in Ridgewood

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May 20,2017

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Police report that Ridgewood Residents have reported being the target of a telephone kidnap scam. The scam works by a caller claiming a relative has been kidnapped and not to contact anyone because they are being watched. The caller then demands money in a threatening manner. This is a widely used phone scam called the virtual kidnap scam according to the FBI and has been reported nationwide over the past several years. Don’t become the victim of a scam. Report suspicious activity the Ridgewood Police Department.

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Teen with measles may have exposed others at Valley hospital

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May 20,2017
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Ridgewood NJ, A teenager who became ill while at the Ramada Rochelle Park and was hospitalized at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood and was  diagnosed with measles, a highly contagious disease, the state health department said Friday.

The 16-year-old, who was traveling in the United States with a tour group from Asia, may have exposed others at those locations between May 12 and 15.

According to Valley the staff took steps to control the spread of infection as soon as the patient arrived last Saturday. The patient arrived at the hospital from 9 a.m. on May 13 until 1 a.m. Sunday, May 14, she said. The health department said exposure may also have occurred on Monday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Anyone who came in contact with the teenager may develop symptoms as late as June 5.

Measles is spread through contact with an infected person’s mucus or saliva or through the air when someone coughs or sneezes.

If you suspect you were exposed please contact a health provider. Valley is informing all patients who were treated at the hospital during the specific times the patient was there, as well as employees, physicians and volunteers.

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RIDGEWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MAY 22nd at 7:30pm

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BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING

May 22 2017 7:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Ed Center, 49 Cottage Place, Ridgewood, NJ

The public is invited to attend the meeting, or watch it live on Fios channel 33, Optimum channel 77, or on the “Link in Live” tab of the district website at www.ridgewood.k12.nj.us.