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Commuting News: More Work on Route 17
NJDOT replaces Route 17 bridge over Route 80.
James Kleimann, Patch Staff
James Kleimann, Patch Staff
- Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ
Welcome to Ridgewood-Glen Rock Patch! I'm your editor, James Kleimann. We're here to be your one-stop-shop for all things Ridgewood and Glen Rock.
james.kleimann@patch.com
(201) 364-3232
Originally from Wyckoff, NJ
A twin
Yankee fanatic with sabermetric leanings (I like baseball math)
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Bio
I've been editor of Ridgewood Patch since summer of 2010 and since have covered everything under the Ridgewood sun – contentious Valley Hospital hearings, Graydon Pool theatrics, zoning and development challenges, crime, education, county politics, the state of the Ridgewood downtown, and much, much more.
For a town of about 25,000 people, Ridgewood sure has a lot of issues up for debate. Between parking problems, downtown vacancies, pedestrian safety matters, budget cuts, rising taxes, development proposals, Graydon Pool, and the unresolved issue of Valley Hospital's expansion aims, there's no shortage of challenges weighing on the minds of residents, and there's often much division on the possible solutions to those challenges.
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Officials, Disabled Community Making Graydon More Handicap Accessible
Officials and residents developed ideas to make the pool more handicap accessible, which is required by March of 2012 per new federal regulations.
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Sunday: 'Postville Raid' Documentary, Live Irish Music at Library
See some of Sunday's best on a cold one.
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Officials Frustrated Over Rise in Health Care Costs, Angry Over 'Sick Day Incentive' Policy
More numbers were fleshed out during the ongoing budget discussions.
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The Wizards of Somerville
Rosie McCooe and Somerville students unveiling world premier of WWW DOT on Friday night.
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Friday: Garage Sale at Woman's Club
The junior ladies will have jewelry, furniture and more up for grabs.
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Council Has 'Serious Concerns' with 'Late Night' Lights at Stevens Field
Proponents and opponents of the field lights proposal stumped in the packed court room; council does not appear inclined to sign off on 10 p.m. light time
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Fast Food in CBD Served Frozen Patty By Council
Council entertained idea to do away with zoning ordinance barring 'fast food' from CBD, but members were skeptical.
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Leave the Kids at Home and Spend a Day with Cucumbers and Cocoa Butter Instead
If you live around here, you likely work too hard; stop by at some of the top spas in the area for a little break.
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Thursday: NY Times Bestselling Children's Author at Library on Wintry Day
Doreen Cronin will be signing copies of her new book at 4:00 p.m.
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Ridgewood Man Charged After Allegedly Biting Off Part of Man's Ear
Police arrested 23-year-old Ridgewood resident Jhony Ashqui on charges of aggravated assault after an alleged altercation at Van Neste Square on March 15.
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Engineering Firm Involved in Bond Referendum Embroiled in Kickback Scandal
Ken Disko of M Disko Associates was charged in alleged kickback scheme; school officials say it likely didn't happen in Ridgewood.
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Wednesday: Council to Discuss Fast Food Zoning Ordinance; Real Housewife to Discuss Diets
The elected officials will talk food-on-the-go and sidewalk cafes beginning at 7:30 p.m.
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Field Lights Begin 'Burn' Period; Neighbors Upset with School Board's Communication
Neighbors want independent expert to test the 100-hour burn period; say lack of notification was insensitive, a charge the board disputes.
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Neighborhood Greeting Proposed Cell Tower with Poor Reception
Height, use and bulk variances are requested for cell tower application in a residential neighborhood; residents are worried about health, property values.
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Neighbors Criticize District's Turf Cleanup, Suspect Turf is Irreparably Damaged
Proponents and opponents of the flood-zoned field turf squared off on Monday with neighbors saying fields are damaged and will continue to hurt taxpayers.
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Tuesday: Cell Tower Application Hearing Begins
Residents of Barnett Place object to T-Mobile's proposal to put up a 145-foot tower in their neighborhood.
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More Laid Off Employees Requested Back, Possible Fire Truck Purchase Analyzed at Budget Meeting
Some department heads reporting upticks in revenue, asking for staff members to return to the village; estimated cost to refurbish fire truck is in.
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Question of the Week: Cell Towers Not in Ridgewood Back Yards?
Cell tower proposals are popping up; what are your thoughts on the telecom push to grow in residential neighborhoods?
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Monday: Big Day for Both Council and School Board
Both taxing government bodies will talk money
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