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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:
Continue reading Mayor Vagianos delivered an Oscar-worthy performance at the candidates’ forum
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Ridgewood NJ, on Wednesday evening, the Village Council took a major step to improve the safety and quality of Hawes Field at Pleasant Park by awarding a $97,645 contract for its resodding. The project aims to eliminate unevenness and make the field safer for the many local students and athletes who use it regularly.
Continue reading Village Council Approves $97K for Hawes Field Resodding to Address Safety Concerns
photos courtesy of Civic Youth Corps (CYC)
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Ridgewood NJ, three outstanding members of our Civic Youth Corps (CYC) were honored with the President’s Volunteer Service Award at the Village Council Public Meeting. Congratulations to Ryan Shintani, who earned a Gold Medal for his remarkable 140 hours of service, and to Jake Chudy and Qaanit Syed, who received Bronze Medals for their impressive 58 and 51 hours of service, respectively.
Continue reading Celebrating Ridgewood’s Civic Youth Corps: Award Winners and Community Impact
file photo by Village Manager Keith Kazmark
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Ridgewood NJ, on Wednesday evening, the Village Council officially approved the contract for much-needed field improvements at Hawes School. The project will focus on creating a safer and smoother playing surface by laying fresh sod, eliminating the current divots, and providing a better environment for students and athletes who use the field.
Continue reading Village Council Approves Field Improvements at Hawes School
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Ridgewood NJ, mark your calendars! The League of Women Voters of Ridgewood is hosting a Ridgewood Village Council Candidate Forum on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Ridgewood Village Hall (131 N Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ).
Continue reading Ridgewood Village Council Candidate Forum: A Must-Attend Event for Voters
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Continue reading Village of Ridgewood : Good Thing Anti-bullying Month begins in October
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Ridgewood NJ, this may come as a surprise to some residents given the Schedler Park Property is targeted for clear cutting , but according to the Mayor in 2024, the Village Council is launching an exciting initiative to restore and expand our tree canopy. As part of this program, we will plant 215 new trees and introduce 90 saplings through our Adopt-A-Sapling program. This effort is a direct response to the devastation caused by extreme weather and pest infestations, such as the Emerald Ash Borer, which have severely impacted our tree population.
Continue reading Rebuilding Our Tree Canopy: A Greener Future for Our Village?