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Ridgewood NJ, the West Village of Ridgewood is once again gearing up to transform into a festive fall celebration for the community’s 5th Annual West Village Oktoberfest. People of all ages are invited to enjoy hayrides to the Heights, shop local vendors, listen to live music and indulge in seasonal food and drinks.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Bee Master in his element. Special visit by Frank Mortimer @franks.honey to inspect the hives at the Ridgewood YMCA .
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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Run® is a Memorial Day tradition! This spirited, family-focused day of activities includes a 10K, 5K, the Ridgewood YMCA Kid’s Fun Run, Competitive Mile and a one-mile Community Run. It is also home to the Kessler Foundation Wheelchair 10K, which attracts some of the world’s fastest wheelchair athletes.
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Continue reading Ridgewood Village Manager Pays a Visit to the Ridgewood YMCA
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Ridgewood NJ, NJ State Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips in partnership with the Ridgewood YMCA and Social Services Association is hosting a food drive on Friday, June 23 from 9:30am-12pm. There will be two drop off locations – one at the Ridgewood YMCA at 112 Oak Street and one at Assemblyman DePhillips’ legislative office at 201 Franklin Avenue in Midland Park. There is also an option to donate to the food drive online up until next Friday.
Continue reading NJ State Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips Joins Up with the Ridgewood YMCA and Social Services Association Hosting a Food Drive on Friday
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Ridgewood NJ , as previously reported on the Ridgewood blog on May 18, retired Fairview Police Chief and Run for Hope Foundation Founder Frank DelVecchio will embark on a 200-mile solo run across the State of New Jersey to fight hunger and food insecurity. DelVecchio will begin this multi-day venture at High Point State Park in Sussex County and make his way to New Jersey’s southernmost tip in Cape May.
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Ridgewood NJ, on May 18, retired Fairview Police Chief and Run for Hope Foundation Founder Frank DelVecchio will embark on a 200-mile solo run across the State of New Jersey to fight hunger and food insecurity. DelVecchio will begin this multi-day venture at High Point State Park in Sussex County and make his way to New Jersey’s southernmost tip in Cape May.
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Hasbrouck Heights NJ, DMR Architects Director of Business Development, Ramon Hache, has resigned to take on the role of CEO of the Ridgewood YMCA.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood YMCA’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Ramon M. Hache Sr. as Chief Executive Officer.
Continue reading Ridgewood YMCA Names Former Ridgewood Mayor Ramon M. Hache as New CEO
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Ridgewood NJ, in November ,Hunterdon County Prosecutor Renée M. Robeson announced that a Hunterdon County Grand Jury returned a seven-count indictment on November 3, 2022, charging a camp counselor for the sexual assault of three children under the age of 13. Joshua F. Daranijo, 24, of Levittown, PA, was indicted for three counts of second-degree sexual assault, three counts of second-degree endangering the welfare of a child, and one count of third-degree endangering the welfare of a child (possession of child pornography). In August 2022, an investigation revealed that Mr. Daranijo had sexual contact with three victims under the age of 13 while employed as a camp counselor at Camp Bernie in Lebanon Township. Despite having been indicted, every defendant is presumed innocent until found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Maroons Swim Team extended their winning streak in the pool with victories against River Dell for both the boys and girls Monday afternoon at the Ridgewood YMCA. The boys won 117-53 and the girls 106-64, with both teams running the table across all events – sprint, endurance and relays included.
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Ridgewood NJ, the YMCA of Greater Rochester’s Board of Directors is honored to announce Ernest Lamour has been named President & CEO.
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Ridgewood NJ, in a July 16 email to parents, Ridgewood YMCA President and CEO Ernest Lamour said authorities were notified and the staff member was escorted off the premises of Camp Bernie and no longer has contact with any children. Telling parents to contact him or Julie Jester, the branch executive director, if a child reported any contact or behavior considered inappropriate.
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Ridgewood NJ, Calling all current and future lifeguards! Need to re-certify or earn your certification for the first time? We are holding both courses here at the Ridgewood YMCA in partnership with The American Red Cross –January 16th & 17th for regular certification and 1/18 for re-certification. Click here to register! Very limited spaces and these do fill up quickly. https://ow.ly/izR650D5nnF
