The Ridgewood Blog Brings a Free Market Laissez-faire Point of View to Local, New Jersey State and National Issues.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wyckoff NJ, Wyckoff Committeeman Scott Fisher resigned from his position on Saturday after serving a year on the township’s governing body.
Continue reading Wyckoff Committeeman Resigns Suddenly Sells Family Home
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Oakland NJ, after an extended period of deliberation, the Ramapo Indian Hills Board of Education finally reached a consensus on Thursday to initiate the process of hiring a new school superintendent by soliciting bids from search companies.
Continue reading Ramapo Indian Hills board Finally Agrees on a Superintendent Search Firm
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wyckoff NJ, the Wyckoff Police Department has received multiple reports from residents that they have been contacted via phone by our Department in regards to “posting bail”. The caller tells the resident that their relative or loved one has been arrested, and they need to pay to have them released. They will typically demand that you pay this “bail” via Bitcoin or in the form of a digital gift card. This is not a legitimate call and is a common scam.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Oakland NJ, The Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District has seen another departure in its administrative team. Elizabeth McDermond, the district’s director of curriculum, has been hired by the Mount Olive Township Board of Education to become the assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction. Her annual salary for this role is reported to be $175,000.
Continue reading Ramapo Indian Hills School District Loses Director of Curriculum
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wyckoff NJ, Wyckoff Police Department reminds residents to lock your car doors! We’ve had an increase in theft from vehicles as well as actual vehicles taken in our area. All of the vehicles have been unlocked. Thieves typically go driveway to driveway looking for unlocked cars. If they find a locked car, they move on until they find an unlocked one. The simple act of locking your car can decrease your chances of becoming a victim. Also, please do not leave your keys or key fobs in the vehicle. Thieves often will check to see if the keys are in the vehicle or push the start button on keyless ignition. It’s bad enough to wake up to find your vehicle gone through, but it can be worse if your vehicle is taken.
Continue reading Wyckoff Police Department: All of the Vehicles Stolen Have Been Left Unlocked
the staff of The Ridgewood Blog
Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos recently revealed that despite efforts on the part of Ridgewood’s governing body, officials in two of the other three municipalities served by Ridgewood Water are steadfastly against the adoption of water conservation ordinances similar to those the Village of Ridgewood has in place.
Continue reading Ridgewood High School Marching Band: Jazz in the Wood tickets
Chief Financial Officer Columbia Bank. Photo Courtesy of Columbia Bank
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wyckoff NJ, Columbia Bank is proud to announce, Dennis Gibney, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has been selected as a “2023 NJBIZ Leaders in Finance Awards” honoree. Gibney was cited for his extensive experience in strategic planning, financial institution valuations and mergers and acquisitions. The distinguished accolade celebrates New Jersey’s top financial executives who contribute to the success of their companies and communities. A ceremony recognizing the awardees, will take place on April 25, 2023, from 8:00-10:00 AM, at the Doubletree by Hilton Somerset Hotel and Conference Center, located at 200 Atrium Drive, Somerset, New Jersey.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wyckoff NJ, a group of three men shattered the glass front door of a Wyckoff jewelry store just after midnight on Sunday to steal items out of the display cases, police Lt. Kevin Kasak said.
Continue reading Three Men Hit Franklin Avenue Jewelry Store in Wyckoff with “Smash and Grab”
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wyckoff NJ, unlike Ridgewood which voted to give up its right to vote on school budgets , parents have become increasingly angry over public education – on issues ranging from lockdowns to “woke” indoctrination and falling test scores – school board elections have become a focus of discontent and incumbents are increasingly retiring under pressure or losing re-election.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wyckoff NJ, according to Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney the Department of Transportation’s chosen contractor will be replacing the culvert on Route 208 North and South between Russell Avenue and Cedar Hill Avenue. There will be a shoulder closure with a construction barrier curb in both directions for work on both headwalls.
Continue reading UPCOMING ROAD WORK ALERT FOR ROUTE 208 IN WYCKOFF
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wyckoff NJ, Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., archbishop of Newark, is pleased to announce the appointment of Fr. Stephen J. Fichter, Ph.D., Pastor of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish in Wyckoff, New Jersey, as the new Episcopal Vicar of Education of the Archdiocese of Newark, effective July 1, 2022.
Continue reading Wyckoff Priest Named New Head of Education for Archdiocese of Newark
photo courtesy of the Wyckoff Police Department
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wyckoff NJ, Wyckoff State Farm Insurance Agent Tammy Felton, and Hackensack Meridian Health generously donated bicycle helmets to students at Washington School. The helmets were raffled off during the annual bicycle safety program held on May 25th. This program is a joint effort by the Washington School PTO and the Wyckoff Police Department to educate the students about safety while operating a bicycle. During the program, the students are instructed on the rules of the road and laws covering bicycle riding. Officers ensure that the student’s helmets are properly fitted and oversee a confidence course that the students navigate on their bicycles. The day was a great success, and the students learned valuable skills. Many thanks to State Farm Insurance, Tammy Felton, Hackensack Meridian Health, Washington School PTO, and the Wyckoff Board of Education for helping to keep our students safe.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wyckoff NJ, on Sunday Wyckoff had a visitor and it was best to avoid the intersection of Franklin and Wyckoff Avenue. Driving was so bad a small black bear climbed a utility pole at the intersection . No injuries reported .
photos courtesy of Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Continue reading James A. McFaul Environmental Center in Wyckoff ,the Hidden Gem of Bergen County