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Montclair Chef Arrested After Gunning Down Women in Ramsey

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Ramsey NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of LUIS A. SUAREZ (DOB: 09/16/1982; single; chef) of Montclair, NJ, on charges of murder and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Jason Love and the Ramsey Police Department under the direction of Chief Brian Lyman.

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Lung Association Report: High Levels of Cancer-Causing Radon Gas Detected in about 10% of New Jersey Homes

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Trenton NJ,  Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and the “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that it is detected at high levels in about 10% of homes in New Jersey. During January for National Radon Action Month, the American Lung Association in New Jersey is urging everyone to help save lives by testing their home for radon and mitigating if high levels are detected.

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Teaneck Mayor Steps Up: “We have Zero Tolerance for any Violence, or any threats of Violence”

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Teaneck NJ,  Teaneck Mayor Michael Santiago Pagan issued the following statement on the caravan from Paterson to Teaneck:

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Spot Light On First Responders: Closter Volunteer Ambulance & Rescue Corps and Alpine Police Officers Recognized for Life Saving CPR efforts 

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On December 3rd, Closter Volunteer Ambulance & Rescue Corps (CVARC) was requested for a sick person. When the Alpine Police officers Matthew Gough and Justin Fierro arrived on scene, they found the patient unresponsive and started CPR. Closter Volunteer Ambulance & Rescue Corps members arrived shortly thereafter and assumed patient care. The patient was transported to Englewood hospital and they were released from the hospital a few days later. The hard work of the Alpine Police officers and the members of CVARC allowed the patient to be home for the holidays.

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Reducing Noise at the Glen School Pickleball Courts in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, the resonating sound of summer in Ridgewood and in Bergen County  is “pwock” – the rhythmic collision of a plastic ball and a fiberglass-covered paddle, echoing across city parks, country clubs, and retirement communities.

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The Most Frequent New Year’s Resolutions tend to Revolve Around Self-improvement, Health, and Well-being

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Ridgewood NJ, the most frequent New Year’s resolutions tend to revolve around self-improvement, health, and well-being. While individual resolutions vary, some common themes include:

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Ridgewood Firefighters Quickly Subdue a Dumpster Fire on New Years Eve

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood firefighters quickly snuffed out a New Years Eve, 12/31. dumpster fire at 17 South Walnut Street, Ridgewood. A Ridgewood Police patrol officer had attempted to extinguish the blaze with a dry chemical fire extinguisher, but was unsuccessful at doing so. No injuries were reported in the incident, and damage appeared to have been confined to the dumpster’s contents.

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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 Tuesday January 2nd 2024

thank you for all your overwhelming support !!!

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Village of Ridgewood Flooding a Little Background

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Ridgewood NJ,the Village is abuzz with lots of talk about flooding , so how did it get so bad?  Lets leave the Village Hall “wreck-ovation” for another day.  Here is the short version, in 2009 residents voted for a $48 million dollar Referendum to Turf Ridgewood High School Stadium Field .

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The Port Authority Sets Record For Airport Passengers and Cargo Traffic in November

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Newark NJ, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey today announced that the agency’s airports saw their busiest November on record, bolstered by a record-breaking Thanksgiving travel period. Port Authority airports remain on pace for their busiest year ever. Additionally, the PATH commuter railroad recorded its highest monthly total as a percentage compared to 2019 passenger levels, traffic at the bridges and tunnels continued to achieve pre-pandemic levels, and the Port of New York and New Jersey continued outpacing its 2019 cargo activity, closing 2023 as the nation’s second busiest port for loaded containers.

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False Alarm at the Schedler Property

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Ridgewood NJ, the Schedler Neighborhood had a bit of a scare today when a false alarm sent Ridgewood Police and Firefighters to the Schedler Property .

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NJ Transit New Year’s Eve Service

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NEWARK, NJ – NJ TRANSIT is offering extra service this holiday season. Customers will have more travel options and flexibility for attending special events, family gatherings and other festivities.

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