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Ridgewood NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco in a Facebook post offered ,”Congratulations to our very own Ridgewood for being voted one of “35 Best and Coolest Small Towns in the U.S.” by Travel Curator! The charming Village of Ridgewood is a picturesque landscape with walk-able downtown, beautiful parks, and countless award-winning restaurants. Check out this staple of Bergen County today!”
I mean what could be cooler than that !
The Village of Ridgewood is a charming suburban community located in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. It is known for its picturesque neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, and strong sense of community. Here’s some information about Ridgewood:
- Location: Ridgewood is situated approximately 20 miles northwest of New York City. It is bordered by the towns of Glen Rock, Wyckoff, Ho-Ho-Kus, and Midland Park.
- History: Ridgewood was originally settled in the early 18th century and was primarily an agricultural community. It experienced significant growth in the late 19th century as a result of the railroad’s arrival, which made it a desirable suburban destination for New York City commuters.
- Small-Town Atmosphere: Ridgewood has retained its small-town atmosphere despite its proximity to the bustling city. The downtown area is known for its quaint shops, boutiques, restaurants, and historic buildings, which add to its charm.
- Residential Neighborhoods: The village features a variety of attractive residential neighborhoods, each with its own distinct character and architectural styles. These neighborhoods are known for their well-maintained homes and beautiful landscapes.
- Education: Ridgewood has an excellent reputation for its public schools, which are highly regarded for their academic achievements. The school district consistently ranks among the top in the state. There are also several private schools in the area.
- Parks and Recreation: Ridgewood offers numerous parks and recreational facilities for residents to enjoy. Graydon Pool, located in the heart of the village, is a popular spot during the summer months. The village also has several parks with playgrounds, sports fields, and walking trails.
- Community Events: The village organizes various community events throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community. These events include the Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration, outdoor concerts, art festivals, and holiday parades.
- Transportation: Ridgewood has a commuter train station, providing convenient access to New York City via NJ Transit’s Main Line. The village is also served by several bus routes, making it accessible for commuters.
- Cultural and Historical Attractions: Ridgewood is home to several cultural and historical attractions. The Ridgewood Public Library, housed in a beautiful historic building, offers a wide range of resources and events. The Schoolhouse Museum showcases the village’s history, while the Ridgewood Guild Film Festival celebrates local and independent filmmakers.
- Quality of Life: Ridgewood consistently ranks among the top places to live in New Jersey due to its quality of life. The village offers a safe and family-friendly environment, excellent schools, beautiful parks, and a vibrant downtown area.
Overall, the Village of Ridgewood offers a desirable suburban lifestyle with its combination of natural beauty, community spirit, and convenient access to urban amenities.
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Does anyone know who is paying for that huge electronic billboard ad in on Route 17 in Rochelle Park advertising the “Ridgewood Pedestrian Plaza” I’ve driven by ot a few times and seen it and wondered.
Or the commercials on tv
I put it in the Budget, the residents of Ridgewood are !
As is often the case, when you actually visit a location on one of those lists, you are invariably disappointed.
This experience is no different.
True 50+ years ago when I moved here, when downtown was wonderful, before lovely old homes were torn down and replaced by hideous cookie-cutter spec jobs, endless wings and add-ons and pools creeping too close to the edges of property thanks to lax oversight by the Zoning Board, apartments cramming the town with a population we can’t support, the takeover of parks by ballfield detritus, greatly increased traffic, deteriorated water quality that was once wonderful from wells, degradation of school quality (new superintendent is embarrassing), certain council members rapaciously out for themselves, village staff who are clueless or worse and should have been replaced decades ago . . . and much more.
Library in a beautiful historic building? That 1962 monstrosity? They must be referring to Pease, long ago handed over to Bolger. This information is decades out of date.
Hey y’all – Instead of your anonymous whining, bitching and complaining – why not just move????
You got a betta place to go to , maybe everyone on this Bitch Blog will go with you !
Make my day !
Bye 😘
You just can’t make this shit up. An anonymous Texas transplant who’s trying to justify their move here and has realized their grave mistake takes to the blog and ” bitches” about us bitching anonymously and wants us to move! Brilliant! I’ll get right on that…
Y’ALL
Dear Y’all responder
Please remove your head from your arse cuz I ain’t from Texas 👋.
All u anonymous bloggers need to get a life and MOVE ON (from the Village) y’all.
Come out come out whoever u r!!
Bye 😂
so said the anoymous loser “blogger”
I’m suggesting this Blog conduct a small test, ie
Declare next week that anonymous postings will not be allowed.
Wondering how many folks will have the nerve to put their first and last name on the garbage they post.
BTW, is this how you raise your children?
You used to be able to openly state your opinion, even if it was a contrary one.
Why should anyone do this today, when the price of trying to have an honest discussion of an issue is political harassment?
The wokes have gotten what they asked for, they should be happy.
“I’m suggesting this Blog conduct a small test, ie
Declare next week that anonymous postings will not be allowed.
Wondering how many folks will have the nerve to put their first and last name on the garbage they post.”
So says the Anonymous coward poster…
What is your name?
this town is done.
Been done for AT LEAST 20-25 years
so many other better towns around .