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PSE&G Back to Work Paving Starting Monday April 17th in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, PSE&G has completed the gas system upgrades in your neighborhood to ensure continued safe, reliable gas service.  Now that the ground has settled, we will restore roads with permanent paving. Continue reading PSE&G Back to Work Paving Starting Monday April 17th in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood Emergency Services Names Rahil Bhatia Member of the Month

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Ridgewood NJ, congratulations to Ridgewood Emergency Services April member of the month Rahil Bhatia. Rahil is a probationary member of Special Operations and a TIES Sergeant. He has been involved in the department since 2019. Rahil is inspired to help those in community where he has grown up and fortunate to work with a passionate group of volunteers. Rahil is currently a senior at Ridgewood High School and looks forward to attending the University of Michigan the fall.

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Bergen County Installs New Encrypted Emergency Radio System

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Hackensack NJ, according to Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, the county has a new way for our first responders and municipal dispatchers to communicate with the County and other emergency organizations called “Bergen County Active Local Emergency Radio Talkgroup” (BC-ALERT).

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Township of Washington’s Spring into Wellness 5K

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Twp. of Washington NJ, Township of Washington’s Spring into Wellness 5K .  The event is taking place of the roads surrounding Schelegel Lake from 9:00 am to 11:30 , Access to the area will be limited .

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Palisades Park (NJ) Voted As The 38th Least Desirable Place To Live In America (on a $100k salary)

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  • Palm Beach the least desirable city in America when earning $100k.
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Palisade Park NJ, an annual salary of $100,000 sounds like quite a lot of money, particularly when the average US salary is $53,490 per year. However, it is relative depending on your purchasing power. While San Francisco, for example, offers its residents a thriving arts & culture scene, glorious climate, an outdoor lifestyle, and world class restaurants, living in this California city comes with a significant price tag. Typical rents exceed $4,500, the average price of homes is $1.3 million, and to live comfortably, it is said you would need to earn $230k.

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The RHS Wind Ensemble visited The US Military Academy at West Point

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Ridgewood NJ, the RHS Wind Ensemble visited The US Military Academy at West Point for a tour of their campus, the viewing of a rehearsal by the West Point Band in preparation for an upcoming concert, and a clinic with Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Coven, the band’s Commander and Conductor. The band also played in their 4,500-seat auditorium!

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“Veni, vidi, vici” for the RHS Latin Club students and chaperones are experiencing Italy and the History of Ancient Rome

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Ridgewood NJ, “Veni, vidi, vici”  the phrase is popularly attributed to Julius Caesar who, according to Appian, used the phrase in a letter to the Roman Senate around 47 BC after he had achieved a quick victory in his short war against Pharnaces II of Pontus at the Battle of Zela , but why just learn about the Roman Colosseum when you can experience it? The RHS Latin Club students and chaperones are experiencing Italy and the history of ancient Rome in an unforgettable trip .

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RHS Green Club to Plant Seventeen New Trees at Stevens Field

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Ridgewood NJ, the RHS Green Club is hosting a tree planting event at Stevens Field on Saturday, April 15 at 9am to plant seventeen new trees! Come for an hour, come for the day! There will be a demonstration at 9am of how to plant the trees!

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The Essential Guide to Finding a Reliable Roofing Contractor

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Whether you need to replace your entire roof or just repair a few shingles, finding a reliable, trustworthy contractor is essential. Unfortunately, it can be hard to identify which contractors have your best interests in mind and won’t take advantage of the situation. This guide will explain what steps you should take when selecting and working with a flat roof installation contractor so that you get quality workmanship for a fair price, every time.

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The Ridgewood Historical Society & Schoolhouse Museum Roaring 20’s themed Gala

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Ridgewood NJ,  to celebrate the 150th anniversary of its schoolhouse, the Ridgewood Historical Society will host a roaring 20’s themed gala on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at the Felina in Ridgewood’s historic business district. Guests can enjoy dinner and live entertainment by the local band “Souled Out.”

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Become familiar with the nuances of the Passport Form DS3053

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A Statement of Consent for Issuing a Passport to a Child is required when a minor under 16 is applying for a U.S. passport and only one parent or legal representative can appear in person at the time of application. When one of the parents or legal guardians cannot be present to sign for a child’s passport application, Form DS-3053 may be used to show that permission to issue a passport has been granted by that individual. The DS-3053 (https://onenotary.us/ds-3053-form-passport-parental-consent/) was created to aid in the prevention of kidnappings that occur outside of the United States. Passport applications for minors under the age of 16 in the United States need the approval of both parents or guardians in law unless there is proof of sole custody or exceptional circumstances, such as a court order approving the child’s travel.

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Ramapo Nation Reclaims Split Rock Mountain

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Mahwah NJ, It’s been a long time coming, but today we celebrate! The Ramapo Munsee Land Alliance (RMLA), the Ramapo Munsee Lunaape Nation, and The Land Conservancy of New Jersey are happy to announce a long-awaited, historic transfer of the Tahetaweew—commonly known as Split Rock Mountain—back to the Ramapo people. This landmark moment returns stewardship of sacred land to the nation for the first time since 1737, before the American Revolution.

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NJ Senators Introduce Resolution Urging Moratorium on Offshore Wind Projects

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Trenton NJ, Senator Declan O’Scanlon and Senator Ed Durr have introduced a resolution urging the state and federal governments to place an immediate moratorium on all sonar testing and wind turbine mapping in response to the surge of unexplained marine wildlife deaths along the coast of New Jersey.

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Now-Retired Chief of the Howell Township Police Charged After Allegedly Lying About, Attempting to Cover Up, Sexual Affair with Subordinate

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Hopewell NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today announced that the former Howell Township police chief is facing criminal charges after he allegedly lied in a township investigation and threatened a high-ranking member of the police department in order to cover up a sexual affair with a subordinate.

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