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The Lifecycle of Pavement: Why Ongoing Maintenance Keeps Communities Moving

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Pavement is one of the most used yet least noticed aspects of a functioning community. From quiet residential roads to bustling parking lots and sprawling construction zones, the surfaces beneath our feet and wheels provide structure, safety, and movement. However, like any foundational system, pavement doesn’t last forever. Its longevity is directly tied to the care it receives—and that’s where smart, proactive maintenance makes all the difference.

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Saddle River Construction Alert: East Allendale Road Closure Begins July 21, 2025

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SADDLE RIVER, NJ – Heads up, drivers! Bergen County crews will begin a major roadwork project on East Allendale Road starting Monday, July 21, 2025, that will bring temporary closures and detours to the area.

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Township of Washington Paving Alert: Coolidge Avenue Resurfacing Begins July 21, 2025

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TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, NJ – Heads up, residents! Coolidge Avenue is getting a much-needed facelift with a milling and paving project starting Monday, July 21, 2025. If you live, work, or commute through the area, here’s what you need to know.

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Paramus Alerts Residents and Travelers of Summer Road and Sewer Maintenance

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Paramus NJ,  the Paramus Department of Public Works (DPW) has alerted residents and local travelers of potential summer maintenance. These plans include
filling potholes, repairing storm basins, clearing blockages and jetting sewer lines.

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Village of Ridgewood Road Work Friday, June 27 12:00 am to 10:00 am

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Ridgewood NJ, the final phase of Ridgewood Water’s project to increase water flow to a low-pressure area will begin on Friday, June 27. A concrete vault to house the new booster pumps on Glen Avenue will be installed on Friday between 12:00 am and 10:00 am.

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Twp. of Washington Police: Linwood Avenue Road Closure June 24, 2025 – June 27, 2025

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Twp. of Washington NJ, Linwood Avenue Road Closure  from  June 24, 2025 through June 27, 2025   –   7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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Twp. of Washington : Linwood Avenue Road Closure June 24, 2025 – June 27, 2025

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Twp. of Washington NJ,  Linwood Avenue will be closed  from  June 24, 2025 through June 27, 2025   –   7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Linwood Avenue will be closed to Eastbound and Westbound Traffic in the area of 95 Linwood Avenue between the hours of 7:00 AM until approximately 3:00 PM due to utility work.

Please follow posted detours and allow for additional travel time.  Please avoid this area if possible and use an alternate route.

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Grove Street in Ridgewood will be closed Wednesday 6/18/25 from 8AM to 4PM

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Ridgewood NJ, according to the Ridgewood Police Department ,Grove Street will be closed Wednesday 6/18/25 from 8AM to 4PM for utility work. Traffic is detoured between Prospect Street and S.Van Dien Avenue , expect delays in the area and plan an alternate route if possible.

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Upper Saddle River Road Resurfacing Program is Underway

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Upper Saddle River NJ, the Upper Saddle River road resurfacing program will began on Friday, 5/16/2025, and will continue for approximately two weeks. Various roads throughout the borough will be milled and paved during the project. The hours of construction will be approximately 7:00AM – 4:00PM Monday through Friday. Parking will be prohibited on the affected streets during these times. Police officers will be assigned to assist with traffic control during paving operations. Please adhere to all traffic control signage and officers’ directions. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the Upper Saddle River Police Department.

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Township of Washington Police Department : Emergency Road Closure – Hoover Avenue

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Twp. of Washington NJ, there is an emergency road closure on Hoover Avenue between Jackson Avenue and Curtis Place due to a large tree that has fallen during the overnight hours. Currently, PSE&G and emergency crews are aware of the situation and are working to clear the roadway, which is expected to continue into the daylight hours.

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Ridgewood Water : East Glen Avenue & Van Emburgh Avenue Road Closure

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Twp. of Washington NJ, starting on Tuesday April 22, 2025 between the hours of 7:00am and approximately 4:00pm The Village of Ridgewood will be conducting water main work on Van Emburgh Avenue and East Glen Avenue .  East Glen Avenue and Van Emburgh Avenue will be detoured to Hampshire Road today thru Friday  April 25, 2025.  Southbound traffic on Van Emburgh Avenue will be able to go through Eastgate Road to access East Saddle River Road and Rt 17 if needed.  Please allow for extra travel time and follow all posted detours.

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Road Closures Today in Saddle River and Upper Saddle River

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Saddle River NJ, Saddle River Police Department Traffic Alert – Saddle River- East Allendale Road– Today April 8th, 2025 – 7:00AM – 8:00PM
The Upper Saddle River Police Department will be closing Lake Street between West Saddle River Road and East Saddle River Rd on Tuesday, 4/8/2025, between the hours of 7:00AM and 8:00PM. We expect significant traffic and delays in Saddle River from this project. Morning and afternoon school posts will be affected by the volume of vehicles expected. Plan ahead and leave extra time for your trip.

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Ridgewood Water Road Work: Early Collection of Trash, Recycling and Yard Waste

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Ridgewood Nj, as per the Village of Ridgewood: Due to road closures and detours beginning at 7:00 am, trash, recycling and yard waste collections will take place earlier than usual at homes located in the area of East Glen Avenue, Van Emburgh Avenue, Quackenbush Place and East Saddle River Road. Please make sure that your receptacles are ready for pickup THE NIGHT BEFORE your scheduled collections. Road work is expected to continue through May 16, 2025.

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Ridgewood Water Installation of New Water Mains Near the Eastside Reservoir Begins Today

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Water’s project to install new water mains in the area of the Eastside Reservoir and future site of the Eastside PFAS Treatment Facility will begin tomorrow, April 1st, and is expected to be completed in approximately six weeks. The work will take place from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm on weekdays. Road closures,( East Saddle River, East Glen and Van Emburgh )  and detours will be in place. Please allow extra time when traveling in the area.

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