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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Linwood Avenue and Walthery Avenue late Tuesday morning, July 29, 2025, resulted in one person injured, two vehicles towed, and one summons issued, according to the Ridgewood Police Department.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Village of Ridgewood Signal Department has announced a temporary road closure at the busy intersection of Linwood Avenue and North Maple Avenue on Wednesday, July 30 and Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, as part of a traffic signal upgrade project.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – A notorious retaining wall in a Ridgewood parking lot has once again “trapped an unsuspecting victim,” causing yet another incident late Friday afternoon, July 18.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – The Ridgewood Police Department is actively searching for a red, 4-door sedan, possibly a Nissan, involved in an alleged hit-and-run incident that injured two pedestrians Friday afternoon, July 18, on East Ridgewood Avenue near Van Neste Memorial Park.
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Ridgewood NJ, for the second day in a row, a massive shade tree in Ridgewood’s 100 block of Oak Street shed a large limb, causing significant damage and roadway closures.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — A routine motor vehicle stop conducted by members of the Ridgewood Police Department Detective Bureau on the afternoon of Thursday, July 10, 2025, led to the recovery of a stolen motorcycle and the arrest of its driver, authorities confirmed.
Suspect Apprehended After Fleeing on Foot, Leaves Behind Scooter and Sandals
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GLEN ROCK, NJ — A wild scene unfolded Tuesday afternoon, July 1st, as Glen Rock Police Department patrol officers, with the assistance of Hawthorne PD and the Ridgewood Police Department, apprehended a suspect following a motor vehicle and foot pursuit involving a Vespa motor scooter.
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Junior Police Academy in Action!
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Ridgewood NJ, this summer, the Ridgewood Police Department proudly hosted the 12th annual Chief Michael Feeney Junior Police Academy, offering local students a one-of-a-kind, hands-on experience into the world of law enforcement and public safety.
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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Early morning traffic was affected on Friday, June 27, as Ridgewood Water conducted an important infrastructure upgrade on Glen Avenue, between Oak Street and Upper Boulevard, near the Ridgewood Art Institute. The project marks a critical milestone in the construction of the new Glen Avenue Booster Station, which is designed to improve water flow to low-pressure areas in both Ridgewood and Midland Park.
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Ridgewood, NJ – Ridgewood Water has announced a planned infrastructure project on Glen Avenue (between Oak Street and Upper Boulevard, near the Ridgewood Art Institute) scheduled for Friday morning, June 27, 2025. The project will affect traffic during early morning hours and involves important upgrades to the local water supply system.
Continue reading Ridgewood Water Road Closure Alert: Glen Avenue Work Scheduled for June 27, 2025
Community Engagement Highlights the Growing Auto Theft Crisis in New Jersey
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Ridgewood, NJ — Last week, Ridgewood Police Chief Forest Lyons joined the 40th District Legislative Team—Senator Kristin Corrado, Assemblyman Chris DePhillips, and Assemblyman Al Barlas—at a neighborhood meeting to address rising concerns about car thefts, bail reform, and overall public safety in the community. Organized by local residents, the forum provided an opportunity for open dialogue, community feedback, and transparency from law enforcement and elected officials.
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Ridgewood, NJ – A Day of Unity and Support for Special Olympics Athletes . Friday was a powerful day of community, awareness, and athletic spirit in Ridgewood, New Jersey, as members of the Ridgewood Police Department proudly joined students from Ridgewood High School (RHS) in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics New Jersey (SONJ).
Continue reading Ridgewood Police & RHS Students Unite for Special Olympics Torch Run
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood’s bravest were called into action Thursday night for one of the most heartwarming tasks in a firefighter’s repertoire: rescuing a stranded pet.
Continue reading Ridgewood Firefighters Rescue Cat Stuck on Roof in Late-Night Operation
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Ridgewood NJ, a minor vehicle accident early Friday morning, May 30, led to the leak of hazardous material and temporary power disruption at the Ridgewood Public Schools Administrative Building on Cottage Place.
Continue reading Electrical Transformer Damaged Outside Ridgewood Public Schools Admin Building
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Ridgewood NJ, two people were transported to The Valley Hospital for evaluation following a two-vehicle collision on the afternoon of Thursday, May 29, at the intersection of Ackerman Avenue and Bellair Road.
Continue reading Two Injured in Ridgewood Car Crash at Ackerman Avenue and Bellair Road
