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SUV Jumps Curb, Strikes Teen in Ridgewood Driveway
Police are continuing to investigate a strange Saturday afternoon accident that sent a 17-year-old girl to the hospital.
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
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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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Glen Rock BOE Awards Bid to Reconstruct HS Baseball Field
The district expects the project to cost $365,000, with the field ready for play on April 1.
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RHS Class of '91 Donates to School Library Project
A $1,000 check was given to Principal Thomas Gorman as part of a plan to make large-scale improvements to the 50-year-old library.
James Kleimann, Patch Staff
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Ridgewood Police Cracking Down on DUIs
Expect increased enforcement of drunk driving in the village in the next two weeks.
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Accomplished GRHS Pianist Performing Free Concert
Jae Young Kim, one of the best young pianists in the world, will perform a free recital at the high school.
James Kleimann, Patch Staff
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Resident Rounding Up Christmas Gifts for Displaced Tots
Three Jersey Shore families face the very real possibility of Christmas without presents unless they receive some charity.
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Villager Pledges Money to End Gun Violence with Students' Help
John Bykowsky will donate $1 for every Ridgewood student who walks 27 minutes at school on Friday.
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Police: High on Heroin, Man Crashes Into Tree
Kyle P. Swiatlowski suffered a punctured lung and broken femur in the collision on Lincoln Avenue Wednesday afternoon.
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Aronsohn: Rep. Garrett's Position on Sandy Aid 'Unconscionable'
The Ridgewood mayor – who lost to Congressman Scott Garrett in his 2006 congressional run – said Garrett needs to reverse his position and support President Obama's request for a $60 billion federal aid package.
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Deadline to Apply for Sandy Aid Extended
Gov. Christie's office announced an extension for New Jersey residents affected by Hurricane Sandy to register for disaster assistance.
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Police: High on Heroin, Man Crashes Into Tree
Kyle P. Swiatlowski suffered a punctured lung and broken femur in the collision on Lincoln Avenue Wednesday afternoon.
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Mayan Apocalypse Message Spurs Unfounded Rumors of Violence at RHS
A student making mention of the end of the world on Friday, Dec. 21 led to "non-credible" rumors that violence may take place on Friday at Ridgewood High School. Officials say there's no threat of danger.
James Kleimann, Patch Staff
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West Bergen Offers Counseling Services in Wake of Sandy Hook Shooting
Trained counselors are available to help parents/educators answer questions children have over what happened in Newtown, Conn.
James Kleimann, Patch Staff
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Angelo DeSimone Announces Retirement
The business administrator has spent eight years in Ridgewood Public Schools.
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Law Needs Teeth to Prevent Burglaries, State Senator Says
Republican State Sen. Kevin O'Toole has introduced legislation that would upgrade penalties for committing a residential burglary, potentially landing perpetrators in jail for a decade.
James Kleimann, Patch Staff
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Crime Rate Drops in Ridgewood
Violent crime up slightly; non-violent crime down significantly in the village from 2010 to 2011.
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Crime Falls Considerably in Glen Rock
Violent crime non-existent in 2011; burglaries rise.
James Kleimann, Patch Staff
Teaneck, NJ|News|
Law Needs Teeth to Prevent Burglaries, State Senator Says
Republican State Sen. Kevin O'Toole has introduced legislation that would upgrade penalties for committing a residential burglary, potentially landing perpetrators in jail for a decade.
James Kleimann, Patch Staff
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School Board Favors Heermance Parking Takeover
Ridgewood district also rescinds request to open parking for teachers on Beverly Road.
James Kleimann, Patch Staff
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Law Needs Teeth to Prevent Burglaries, O'Toole Says
Republican State Sen. Kevin O'Toole has introduced legislation that would upgrade penalties for committing a residential burglary, potentially landing perpetrators in jail for a decade.
James Kleimann, Patch Staff