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Ridgewood NJ, The driver of a black Jeep Compass lost control of her vehicle while navigating the parking lot and crashed into three parked commercial vans and a stockade fence. The incident occurred around late afternoon, with emergency services responding promptly.
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Ridgewood NJ, when storms strike and trees come crashing down, New Jersey homeowners are often left wondering: Who foots the bill when a neighbor’s tree damages your property?
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce welcomed hundreds of families to downtown Ridgewood for its beloved “Easter in the Park” celebration, held Saturday, April 19 at Memorial Park in Van Neste Square.
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Ridgewood NJ, a recent email from Village Manager Keith Kazmark to Ridgewood Village Council members reveals that the true municipal tax levy increase for 2025 is 6.6%, despite public messaging indicating a lower figure. The discrepancy has sparked criticism among some residents who argue that the real tax burden is being underreported.
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Ridgewood NJ, a new legal battle is brewing in Ridgewood as Valley Hospital has filed a major tax appeal against the Village of Ridgewood, targeting the Payment In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for its property at 223 N. Van Dien Avenue. The appeal challenges the 2025 tax year assessment, potentially impacting the village’s proposed $64.8 million municipal budget.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 is mourning the loss of retired Captain Stanley Riker, who passed away on his 93rd birthday. Captain Riker was a beloved member of the Ridgewood Fire Department and a lifelong resident of the community.
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Ridgewood NJ, if you’re a resident of the Village of Ridgewood, there are now new rules for feeding wildlife—and they apply to both public and private property.
Continue reading Ridgewood Passes New Wildlife Feeding Ordinance: What Residents Need to Know
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Ridgewood NJ, Spring blooms and eco-friendly fun return to the village as Ridgewood hosts its annual Daffodil Festival & Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 27, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square.
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Ridgewood NJ, a trail of crash debris stretching more than a mile led Ridgewood Police officers straight to the doorstep of a driver allegedly involved in a hit-and-run accident on Friday afternoon, April 18.
Continue reading Trail of Debris Leads Ridgewood Police to Suspect in Hit-and-Run Crash
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Ridgewood NJ, get ready for a fun-filled family event as Ridgewood’s Easter in the Park returns on Saturday, April 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square.
Hosted by the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce, this annual celebration offers an afternoon of live music, games, local vendors, and plenty of springtime joy for all ages.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood released details of its proposed $64.8 million municipal budget for 2025, highlighting key infrastructure investments and setting the stage for a public hearing and council vote scheduled for May 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Continue reading Ridgewood Unveils $64.8M Municipal Budget for 2025: What Residents Need to Know
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Ridgewood NJ, every year, millions of Christians around the globe gather in churches to celebrate Palm Sunday, the sacred day that marks the beginning of Holy Week. At Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Ridgewood, this celebration is not just a tradition—it’s a powerful spiritual experience that connects the congregation to a pivotal moment in Christian history.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Water has officially launched a major infrastructure project aimed at improving water service in the area near the Eastside Reservoir, also the future site of the Eastside PFAS Treatment Facility.
Continue reading Ridgewood Water Main Replacement Project Underway Near Eastside Reservoir
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Police Department is urging residents to stay alert and report any suspicious activity as a wave of vehicle and residential burglaries sweeps through Ridgewood and neighboring towns. Thieves are becoming increasingly bold, even breaking into homes to steal keys for luxury cars parked in driveways.
Continue reading Ridgewood Police Warn Residents Amid Rise in Car and Home Burglaries
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood residents are raising serious concerns after discovering that a formerly public Village Shade Tree social media page has been switched to private, making all past posts hidden and unsearchable. This sudden change has sparked questions:
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