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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Anglers eager to get their lines in the water will have an abundance of fishing opportunities this spring when trout season opens at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 5, with more than 180,000 rainbow trout and larger broodstock available in waterways across New Jersey.
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Mahwah NJ, a distinguished public servant and former Trump-endorsed Republican House Candidate for Congress, today announced his candidacy for New Jersey State Assembly representing the 39th Legislative District, positioning New Jersey for unprecedented national attention in 2025. He has also announced he will not participate in the Bergen County Convention, joining others across the State who have made the same decision.
Continue reading Frank Pallotta Launches Bid For NJ Assembly In District 39
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Ridgewood NJ, the village of Ridgewood has taken a significant step toward solving its long-standing flooding issues. Rep. Josh Gottheimer announced on Thursday that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will study the village’s flooding patterns under the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act. This development comes after Ridgewood officials formally requested federal involvement earlier this year to address recurring floods along the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook and Saddle River.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood residents can look forward to meaningful progress in tackling long-standing flooding issues. The United States Congress has authorized the Army Corps of Engineers to conduct a comprehensive flood study of the Saddle River and the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook—a significant milestone in addressing the Village’s flooding challenges.
Continue reading Flood Relief Progress: U.S. Army Corps to Conduct Critical Study in Ridgewood
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Allendale NJ, hey, Allendale, Ho-Ho-Kus, Waldwick, Saddle River, and Upper Saddle River: Save your fall décor from becoming trash. This year, you can recycle your “past their prime” pumpkins, gourds, mums, and cornstalks at Rohsler’s Allendale Nursery, 100 Franklin Turnpike, in Allendale. Collections will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2024. (No straw bales, please.)
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Ridgewood NJ, this Friday, the forecast predicts widespread heavy rainfall across the region, as the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby hit .At least 2 inches expected, primarily affecting northwest New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
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Ridgewood NJ, Village Manager Keith Kazmark stated and an email, “Three to five inches of rain are possible this afternoon into Wednesday morning, with much of the rain falling in a three-to-six-hour period, according to the National Weather Service. ”
Continue reading Village of Ridgewood and Neighboring Towns on Flood Watch
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Village Council is looking for residents who are interested in volunteering to serve on the following Boards and Committees: Shade Tree Commission, Project Pride Committee and Ridgewood Arts Council.
A new Committee being formed, the Residential Flood Advisory Committee, also is seeking Village resident members.
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Ridgewood has faced significant challenges with flooding, experiencing three major floods from October to January. This prompted village officials to intensify discussions with regional and national agencies to develop a robust water control solution.
Continue reading Addressing Flooding in Ridgewood: A Collaborative Effort
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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood recently hosted a productive and insightful public forum with the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) at Village Hall. The meeting focused on how the USACE can assist Ridgewood with flood mitigation efforts. Residents had the opportunity to share their experiences, concerns, and thoughts on the impact of flooding in the Village.
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Ridgewood NJ, in January the Village of Ridgewood made a formal request to the United States Army Corps. of Engineers seeking their assistance and intervention with regard to flooding along the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook and the Saddle River.
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Lodi NJ, Bergen County Board of Commissioners and County Executive Jim Tedesco proudly announce a significant infrastructure enhancement project in Lodi. The recent passage of Resolution #0348-24 marks the commencement of the Replacement of Passaic Avenue Bridge No. 20031B over the Saddle River, a critical initiative for the Borough of Lodi, Bergen County, NJ.
Continue reading Passaic Avenue Bridge in Lodi to Be Replaced
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Parks Division removed a large tree down across the Saddle River on Friday. River bank erosion and root exposure have made these downed trees a more frequent issue. According to Village Manager Kieth Kazmark ,”Bank stabilization is a major topic the Village will be discussing with the US Army Corps of Engineers this spring”
Continue reading Ridgewood Parks Division Removes Tree Blocking Saddle River
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Upper Saddle River NJ, after a decade-long legal battle, the borough has been awarded a $900,000 settlement over the discharge of approximately 540,000 gallons of waste into the Saddle River by the Rockland County Sewer District No. 1.
Continue reading Upper Saddle River Wins Decade Old Lawsuit Over Sewage Discharge
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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, New Jersey waterways will be freshly stocked with more than 180,000 rainbow trout, as well as larger broodstock, for anglers eagerly awaiting the beginning of spring trout season on Saturday, April 6.