photo courtesy of Rob Kaiser & Barry Wilkes for State Assembly
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Hasbrouck Heights NJ, on September 17, 2025, 200-250 residents packed Hasbrouck Heights’ VFW Post 4591 to honor conservative icon Charlie Kirk, tragically assassinated on September 10 at Utah Valley University. Organized by Mike Crispi of America First Republicans, this Bergen County tribute is part of a nationwide wave of vigils, with NJ events from Toms River to Wildwood celebrating Kirk’s legacy. As Utah prosecutors seek the death penalty for suspect Tyler Robinson, here’s why Hasbrouck Heights’ emotional memorial is making waves.
