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NJ TRANSIT Receives Federal Grant to Improve Rail Road Crossing Safety Using AI

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Ridgewood NJ, NJ TRANSIT has been awarded a $1.6 million grant from the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) for the implementation of Artificial Intelligence-based systems designed to improve safety at light rail grade crossings. NJ TRANSIT will work with the Rutgers University Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT) on the research and development of these systems. The data collected will provide critical information to help reduce pedestrian and vehicle strikes and serve as a foundation for community-driven safety improvement solutions.

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Ridgewood Daffodil Festival and Earth Day Fair

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Ridgewood NJ, on April 21st, bring your whole family – and your dog – to this fun, educational event! Enjoy goat yoga, a petting zoo, a “recycling magician,” live music by Blue Plate Special, educational displays and programs, demonstrations and crafts, and more. Leashed dogs and their owners are invited to dress in costume and join the popular Daffy Dog Parade at 12:30. Event runs from  11:00 – 2:30 pm. at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square .

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Boho Minimalism: A Modern Interior Blend

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In the world of interior design, blending styles is an art form that allows individual expression and creativity to shine through. Among the most captivating styles emerging in recent years is boho minimalism—a seamless blend of the bohemian ethos of freedom and the clean lines of minimalism. This style prioritizes simplicity in form, an earthy color palette, and the strategic use of textures and patterns to infuse warmth and personality into spaces. Boho minimalism is more than just a design trend; it’s a statement of lifestyle, emphasizing sustainability, functionality, and the beauty of handcrafted items. At the heart of this design philosophy lies the clever use of accessories, particularly wooden wall brackets, which serve both aesthetic and practical purposes in the modern home.

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Ridgewood Shade Tree Commission‍: ADOPT A SAPLING

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Ridgewood NJ, Somerville residents…the Ridgewood Shade Tree Commission invites you to adopt a sapling! There are only two requirements for participation: 1) agree to have a sapling of about five feet planted on the right of way area in front of your home, and 2) commit to filling a donut watering bag once a week, or twice a week in extreme heat, for about two years. Interested? Download and print out a registration form.

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Strong Winds Force United flight to Divert from Newark

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Newark NJ, on Friday, a United Airlines flight originating from Tel Aviv and destined for Newark Airport was redirected to Stewart International Airport in New York due to turbulent weather conditions.

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The King of Con : Named one of biggest films & Entertainment Startups on Wefunder

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NJ State Police Forensic Anthropology laboratory Assists With Revolutionary War Archaeological Find

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Hamilton T0wnship NJ, Rowan University Anthropology students visited the NJ State Police Forensic Anthropology laboratory in Hamilton Township as part of an ongoing project involving the Hessian remains found at Red Bank National Park in Gloucester County in June 2022.

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Unveiling the Mystery: Myths and Superstitions Around Solar Eclipses

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Ridgewood NJ, as the world eagerly anticipates the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, NASA is preparing for an extraordinary opportunity for scientific discovery, open collaboration, and public engagement.

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Turf Fields: “It just boggles my mind that people are still considering using this stuff.”

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Ridgewood NJ, artificial turf, made with PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), known as “forever chemicals,” poses significant health risks due to its toxicity. PFAS can permeate the body through skin absorption, inhalation, ingestion, or open wounds, as reported by the Guardian.

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Graydon Pool , Ridgewood Tennis and Pickle Ball Badges Go On Sale!

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Ridgewood NJ, Pre-season registration for Graydon Pool badges and tennis/pickleball badges begins on April 1 on Community Pass. Pre-season sales also will take place at the Stable, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

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Ridgewood Summer Day Camp registration opens on Monday, April 1 at 8:30 am

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Ridgewood NJ, Summer Day Camp registration opens on Monday, April 1 at 8:30 am. The six-week program, for children entering first through sixth grades in the fall, runs from June 24 through August 2, 9:00 am to 1:30 pm. Camp always reaches capacity, so visit Community Pass to sign up your children ASAP!

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Man Charged with Using Explosive to Damage Chase Bank ATM in Prospect Park

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Prospect Park NJ, a Passaic County man was charged with using an explosive to damage a Chase Bank automated teller machine (ATM) in Prospect Park, New Jersey, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

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Ridgewood ,Worried that your private well will be contaminated by the proposed artificial turf field at Schedler?

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Village Manager Keith Kazmark had a rather tactless suggestion for a West Saddle River Road resident whose water supply comes from a privately owned well.

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