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‘Scars That Never Healed’: Renowned Columnist Mike Kelly to Host 9/11 Author Event at Ridgewood Public Library

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‘After Ground Zero’: Journalist Mike Kelly to Discuss 9/11 Legacy and Unhealed Scars at Ridgewood Public Library

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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Award-winning journalist and columnist Mike Kelly will visit the Ridgewood Public Library on Tuesday, August 25, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM to present his powerful book, After Ground Zero: Everyday Americans and the Unhealed Scars of 9/11.

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Thinking of Running for Local Office? Deadline Nears for Ridgewood Council Nominations

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Deadline Approaching: Last Call for Ridgewood Village Council Nominating Packets

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RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Time is running out for registered voters in Ridgewood interested in serving their community on the Ridgewood Village Council.

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The Ridgewood Run Post-Race Cleanup: What Went Wrong With Those Temporary Police Signs?

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Sign, Sign, Everywhere a Sign: Post-Ridgewood Run Cleanup Sparks Neighborhood Confusion

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Ridgewood NJ, Since 1976, the Ridgewood Run® has been a beloved Memorial Day tradition in Bergen County. Drawing thousands of competitive athletes, recreational runners, families, and spectators, this spirited event perfectly showcases the beautiful, tree-lined streets of the Village of Ridgewood while celebrating health, wellness, and community.

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In a Significant Blow to the Village Finances Judge Rules Valley is Exempt From Property Taxes with its Appeal Pending

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Ridgewood’s $5 Million Budget Gap? The Valley Hospital Tax Ruling Explained

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Ridgewood NJ, The legal battle over Valley Hospital’s tax status just took a sharp turn, leaving the Village of Ridgewood facing a potential “windfall” that looks more like a financial crater. Here is the breakdown of Judge Nicholas Ostuni’s recent ruling and what it means for your tax dollars.

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Today is Founders day for the Ridgewood blog

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The Ridgewood blog was founded in March of 2006 by James J Foytlin aka PJ Blogger . Mr. Foytlin was born and raised in Ridgewood ,New Jersey and is a graduate of Ridgewood High School .

Ridgewood NJ, – Oct. 26, 2009 – RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — The Ridgewood blog ( https://theridgewoodblog.blogspot.com/ Originally  ) (www.theridgewoodblog.net) was founded in March of 2006 by James J Foytlin aka PJ Blogger .[1] Mr. Foytlin was born and raised in Ridgewood ,New Jersey and is a graduate of Ridgewood High School .[2] [3]

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From State Trooper to Student Mentor: Meet Ridgewood’s Officer Chris Hughes

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Why This Retired NJ Trooper Chose Ridgewood Schools for His Second Act

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Ridgewood NJ, Ensuring the safety and well-being of students takes a special kind of leader—someone with the tactical experience of a veteran officer and the heart of an educator. At Ridgewood Public Schools, that leader is Special Law Enforcement Officer (SLEO) Class III Chris Hughes.

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the Ridgewood blog will be celebrating the more politically correct , “Single Awareness day” instead of Valentine’s day

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“Single Awareness day” instead of Valentines day

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Ridgewood NJ, this year the Ridgewood blog will be celebrating the more politically correct , “Single Awareness day” instead of Valentines day .
Singles Awareness Day is a holiday that provides single people with an alternative to Valentine’s Day festivities. Some people consider Singles Awareness Day (sometimes shortened to S.A.D.) as the anti-Valentine’s Day and celebrate it on Feb. 14 , but others recognize Feb.15 as the official holiday.

 

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Happy New Year from the Ridgewood blog !

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Wishing a happy, Healthy and Safe New Year!

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the Ridgewood blog will be resting up from our New Year festivities today with intermittent posts , but we will be up and running  on Friday January 2nd 2026

thank you for all your overwhelming support !!!

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The final Village of Ridgewood Council Chat this Saturday, October 4 from 9:00 to 11:00 am

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Ridgewood NJ, the final Council Chat of the year will take place this Saturday, October 4 from 9:00 to 11:00 am in the Caucus Room on the 4th floor of Village Hall. If you would like to talk with two of our elected officials, please call 201-670-5500, ext. 2206 to reserve a time slot. Walk-ins also are welcome, but residents with appointments will be accommodated first.

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Ridgewood Open Space Tax Hike on Ballot—Is it for Park Preservation or Just More Artificial Turf?

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Ridgewood Voters Face Open Space Referendum: $35 Extra Tax—But Will it Save Green Space or Fund Turf Fields?

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood residents, check your mail! Mayor Paul Vagianos has confirmed that your sample ballot for the November 4, 2025 General Election includes a pivotal local measure concerning the Village’s Open Space Trust Fund.

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The Valley Hospital Tax Saga and More: An Update on Ridgewood’s Top Projects

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Inside Ridgewood’s Progress: An Update on Key Community Projects

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Ridgewood NJ, from a new performing arts center to a decades-old tax issue, the Village of Ridgewood, NJ, has been busy working on a number of significant projects. Village Manager Keith Kazmark recently provided an update on five key initiatives that will shape the community for years to come.

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Ridgewood’s New Pavilion Is Open—But Who Will Get to Use It?

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Ridgewood Celebrates New Habernickel Park Pavilion Amid Controversy

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Ridgewood NJ, The Village of Ridgewood recently celebrated the grand opening of a new pavilion at Habernickel Park, a structure that will provide a much-needed community gathering space with shade and shelter. This addition, fully funded by Ridgewood taxpayers, was envisioned as a hub for families, community groups, and local events.

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Village of Ridgewood offices and departments will be closed on Monday, September 1st, in observance of Labor Day

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Ridgewood NJ, in observance of Labor Day, all Village offices and departments (except emergency services) will be closed on Monday, September 1. There will be no garbage collection or recycling pickup, and the Recycling Center also will be closed.

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The Village of Ridgewood Adds New Thermo-plastic Stop Signs

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Ridgewood NJ, In the continued effort to improve upon pedestrian safety in the Village, the Ridgewood Police Department recently worked with the Signal Division to lay thermo-plastic stop signs at the intersection of Kenilworth Road and Laurel Road.

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The Village of Ridgewood Has a Budget

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Ridgewood Nj, the Village Council unanimously adopted a $64.8 million budget at Wednesday night’s meeting. The budget brings with it a 3.14% municipal increase, which is consistent with the current rate of inflation in the northeast. For the average home in Ridgewood assessed at $712,700, this translates to a municipal tax increase of $149.63. 

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