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Ridgewood Firefighters Respond to Dangerous Carbon Monoxide Incident in Mixed-Use Building

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 A Platoon responded to a potentially deadly carbon monoxide (CO) alarm at a mixed-use commercial and residential building, highlighting the ongoing risks of gas-powered equipment use indoors.

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Military and Veteran Banners Deployed in the Ridgewood’s Central Business District Heading into Memorial Day Weekend

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark said in a  Facebook post  that he was ,”Very proud to see our Military and Veteran banners deployed in downtown Ridgewood as we head into Memorial Day weekend!”  He Thanked all those who put this program together and added a special thanks to the  Signal Division for helping to honor those who have served. #MemorialDay #RidgewoodNJ
Military and Veteran banners Honor past and present members of the Armed Forces.

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Ridgewood SUV Collision at Linwood and North Maple Leaves One Driver Shaken, No Injuries Reported

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Ridgewood NJ, a two-vehicle crash involving a Mercedes SUV and a Toyota SUV caused a temporary disruption at the intersection of Linwood Avenue and North Maple Avenue early Wednesday afternoon. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported.

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Two-Car Crash in Ridgewood Sends Vehicle Onto Sidewalk Near Popular Sushi Spot

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Ridgewood NJ, a two-vehicle collision on the morning of Tuesday, May 20, at the busy intersection of Chestnut Street and Franklin Avenue, startled passersby as one car ended up on the sidewalk in front of a well-known local sushi restaurant. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident.

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Ridgewood Recycling Center Collects Over 60 Bikes for Global Donation Program

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Ridgewood NJ, on May 17th the Ridgewood Recycling Center hosted a successful community event, collecting more than 60 pre-owned bicycles for donation to Pedals for Progress, a New Jersey-based nonprofit organization.

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Ridgewood Proclaims May 18–24 as EMS Week 2025, Honoring Firefighters and EMTs

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Ridgewood NJ,  the Ridgewood Village Council has officially proclaimed the week of May 18 to May 24, 2025, as Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, during a council meeting held on May 14.

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Two-Vehicle Crash in Ridgewood Shakes Up Children but Results in No Serious Injuries

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Ridgewood NJ, a two-vehicle collision late Sunday morning at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Manor Road left two children shaken but fortunately uninjured, according to emergency responders.

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Celebrating 100 Years of The Women Gardeners of Ridgewood: A Legacy in Bloom

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Ridgewood NJ, in 2025, The Women Gardeners of Ridgewood will proudly celebrate their 100th anniversary — a century of service, beauty, and dedication to horticulture and the community. While much has changed over the decades, the Club’s mission remains strong: to promote gardening and floral design, support environmental conservation, and enrich the community through green initiatives and education.

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Ridgewood Fire Department Hosts Electric Vehicle Safety Training for First Responders

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Ridgewood NJ , as electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly common on our roads, the Ridgewood Fire Department took a proactive step to ensure local first responders are prepared. The department recently hosted a comprehensive two-part Electric Vehicle First Responder Awareness Course designed to enhance emergency response capabilities for incidents involving hybrid and electric vehicles.

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Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce Presents Spring Fashion Show Fundraiser at Felina’s Grand Ballroom

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Ridgewood NJ, get ready for an unforgettable evening of style, community, and giving back! The Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce invites you to its highly anticipated Spring Fashion Show, showcasing stunning looks from Ridgewood’s top boutiques.

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Ridgewood Baseball Coach Breaks Bergen County Record with 631st Career Win

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Ridgewood, NJ – In a historic achievement on Monday afternoon, the Ridgewood High School Varsity Baseball team edged out Paramus 1-0, marking their 13th victory of the 2025 season. But the real headline? The win secured Coach Kurt Hommen’s 631st career victory, officially making him the winningest baseball coach in Bergen County history.

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Pickup Truck Gets Stuck on Ridgewood’s Dunham Trail, Driver Issued Summons

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Police Department officers issued a summons to the driver of a black Ford F-150 after the truck became stuck in a municipally owned wooded area at the end of Hawthorne Place on Sunday evening, May 11th.

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Ridgewood Moves Forward with $10K Change Order for Kingsbridge Lane Pedestrian Bridge Repairs

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Riderwood NJ,  Village Manager Keith Kazmark has announced a $10,073.95 change order for engineering services needed to ensure the safe and proper rehabilitation of the Kingsbridge Lane Pedestrian Bridge, a vital community walkway that spans the Saddle River.

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Drop Ceiling Collapse at Ridgewood Chase Bank — No Injuries Reported

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Ridgewood NJ, a small section of a drop ceiling collapsed early Friday morning inside the Chase Bank branch located on East Ridgewood Avenue. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, as the bank was unoccupied at the time of the incident.

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Ridgewood Firefighters Tackle Early Morning Dumpster Fire

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Ridgewood NJ, before Ridgewood Fire B Platoon completed their shift Thursday morning, Ridgewood firefighters were dispatched to a working dumpster fire in Engine 31’s West Side district. The fire was reported in a 30-yard construction dumpster, prompting a quick response from both Engine 31 and Rescue 42.

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