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Ridgewood NJ, Mr. Mortimer said this about Ridgewood during a recent Village Council meeting. His rather bizarre remark preceded his casting of a vote in favor of adding additional field lighting at Vets Field.
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Ridgewood NJ, 2025 Village Council Budget Hearings kick-off tonight at 5 pm at Village Hall. The Village Council invites residents to attend, learn more about the budget process, ask questions and participate at public comment. A budget is a set of priorities and resident input is key to our crafting a successful budget plan.
Continue reading 2025 Village Council Budget Hearings February 3rd,19th and 27th
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Ridgewood NJ, Village Council members have unanimously approved the installation of a prefabricated shelter at a current westbound NJ Transit bus stop serving RHS students (E. Ridgewood Ave. near the RHS tennis courts). The shelter will be similar in design to the one now in place on N. Monroe St, near W. Glen Ave. (see photos). Village Manager Keith Kazmark reported that the installation, on RHS property, has been approved by the Board of Education.
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Ridgewood NJ, its that time , the Village Council Reorganization Meeting will be held on Monday, January 6th at 7:30 pm. Residents are invited to say goodbye to Councilmember Lorraine Reynolds and thank her for her service, and witness the swearing in of Councilmembers Paul Vagianos and Pamela Perron, and Councilmember-elect Frank Mortimer. The new Village Council will vote on who will be Mayor, Deputy Mayor and President Pro Tempore.
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Continue reading E. Glen Ave & N. Maple Ave in Ridgewood Intersection Improvement – Status?
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PJ Blogger and the entire staff of the Ridgewood blog would like to Wish you a very Merry Christmas!
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Twas the Night before Christmas
Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there.
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Ridgewood NJ, at the Wednesday Village Council meeting, Councilwoman Reynolds asked attorney Matthew Rogers whether a cap could be put on spending for each candidate for local election campaigns. Looks like that’s not possible. She also asked whether campaign donations could be limited to Ridgewood origin. Also a no go. This came during discussion about how hard it is to get people to run for office.
Continue reading Is the Village of Ridgewood For Sale: Village Council Say No
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Ridgewood NJ, in Ridgewood, this election season saw four candidates vying for just three seats on the five-member Village Council. The council, a non-partisan body, selects a mayor from among its own members every two years. With the election wrapped up, early numbers provide insight into the direction Ridgewood voters may be leaning—but the final outcome could take some time.
Continue reading Ridgewood Election Update: Four Candidates Compete for Three Village Council Seats
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Ridgewood Nj, as a quick reminder, per Village Code § 163-6 on Signs, temporary signs—including campaign signs—are not allowed on any public property or within public rights-of-way. This regulation also covers trees, telephone poles, and street or traffic signs.
Continue reading Reminder: Village in Ridgewood Code Prohibits Temporary Signs on Public Property
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In Ridgewood, NJ, political competition hasn’t always come down to just policy or popularity. For some Village Council candidates, campaigns have taken unexpected turns, sometimes facing challenges beyond the usual debate stage.
Continue reading Political Pressure and the Fight for Free Speech: Ridgewood Candidate Stories
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Ridgewood Nj, Village of Ridgewood Councilmember Evan Weitz once stated, “no big deal, we’ll just bond it and apply for grants”
Continue reading Village of Ridgewood : No big deal, We’ll just Bond it
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Ridgewod NJ, Mr Vagianos delivered an Oscar-worthy performance at the candidates’ forum on October 16, as he spoke so passionately about how he hates bullying. What a two-face this man is. Let’s review:
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