Monday, May 25, 2026

Story from Independent Online News

 25- May-2026


HEADLINE: New Jersey State Police confirm details of Rte.  I-80 crash on Saturday-24-May.

By Jerry DeMarco (Independent Online News)

A driver whose SUV was pinned beneath a tractor-trailer was rescued by firefighters and a tow truck operator following a chain-reaction crash that also damaged a state trooper's vehicle on westbound Route 80 in Elmwood Park, New Jersey State Police said.
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Saturday, May 23, 2026

This Week's Events

 23-May-2026

Some events happening in and around Bogota and Ridgefield Park for the week starting Sunday-24-May.  Additional information will be added when confirmed.


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Bogota
The Borough has started a Hometown Heroes Banner program. This will allow residents of Bogota to honor a family member who serviced in the Armed Servies. The cost of a banners will be $150.00 payable to the Borough of Bogota. For more information, and details please contact the Borough Clerk at 201342-1736 ex 235. or by email at:  clerk@bogotaonline.org


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Monday-25-May
Memorial Day
Bogota
All Government Offices will be closed and reopen on Tuesday-26-May at their regular time.
The Bogota Public Library will be closed and reopen on Tuesday-27-May 
There will be no Trash or Vegetation pick-up.
The Bogota Public Library will be closed and reopen on Tuesday-26-May
The Bogota Public Schools will be closed and reopen on Tuesday-26-May
The Bogota VFW Ralph Hall post #5561, and the Bogota American Legion Clifford Dunn Post #117 will hold for their Memorial Day events for 2026. This year Memorial Day will be on Monday-26-May. 
-The Fire Fighters Memorial Ceremony will start at 10:30a. In front of Borough Hall.
-The Borough of Bogota Memorial Day Service starting at 11:00a. This will take place in front of Borough Hall located at 375 Larch Ave Bogota, NJ. This event is free and opened to the Public.  








 
 All Government Offices will be closed and reopen on Tuesday-26-May at their regular time. 
There will be no Trash or Vegetation pick-up.
The Ridgefield Park Volunteer Fire Department will hold their Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony. This will take place at Euclid Ave. and Cedar St. Starting at 9:30a. This is open to the Public. 
The Ridgefield Park VFW will hold their Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony. This will take place at Euclid Ave. and Mt. Vernon St. Starting at 11:00a. This is open to the Public. 
 


Tuesday-26-May
Bogota
Bogota Senior Club will host a trip to the Wind Creek Casino in Bethlehem Penna.
Tickets are $50.00 per person. The bus will leave from 375 Larch Ave. with boarding at 8:15a.
Contact Ms. Mary Wynam at 201-906-3566 for reservations and payment.




Programs as part of the Mayor's Wellness program.
Tuesday-26-May
Bogota
Chair Yoga in the Senior Centre at 11:15a

Tuesday-26-May
Bogota
Salsa Night in Isabel's School of Dance starting at 7:00p. At 36a W. Ft. Lee Rd.



Tuesday-26-May
Bogota
Planning Board meeting at 7:00p. in the Council Chambers on the second Fl. of 375 Larch Ave.


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 The Bogota Public Library will have "Tiny But Mighty" story time reading starting at 10:30a. This is for Children ages 3 three years and younger. This will include stories and songs. For more information, and to register please about this and other Library events visit their website at: http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. 
 
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 The Bogota Public Library will have Kids Craft Day starting at 3:30p.  This will be held in the Senior Centre on the second fl. of 375 Larch Ave. For more information, and to register please about this and other Library events visit their website at: http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. 
 
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 The Bogota Public Library will host the Crochet Club starting at 6:00p.  This will be held in the Senior Centre on the second fl. of 375 Larch Ave. For more information, and to register please about this and other Library events visit their website at: http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. 
 
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The Borough of Bogota will hold their regular meeting starting at 7:30p. This will be in the Council Chambers on the second floor, located at 375 Larch Avenue. This is open to the Public
More information can be found at https://www.bogotaonline.org/
 Before this meeting a representative from U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer office was available to assistance to constituents with issues relating to Unemployment, Medicare, IRS, Social Security, Passports, Veteran Medals.








Friday-29-May
Bogota
Move Together Walking Program. Meeting at Feigel Field at 10:00a



 The Bogota Public Library will host Tween Hangout at 3:30p This will take place at the second floor Senior Center.   For more information please about this and other Library events visit their website at:  http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. 
 
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The Art Mora Gallery is hosting a Spring Jazz Night & New Art Exhibition
With Vocalist Hyeonseon Baek, whose debut album Longing was named one of Jazz Weekly’s Top 10 Albums of 2024, will be joined by pianist Allen Farnham and bassist Caleb Tobocman for a one-hour set of swing, ballads, and original music. Set in a warm gallery space, this evening offers a relaxed and close-up listening experience, perfect for jazz lovers and anyone looking for a unique night out.
Art Mora Gallery is located at 173 Main St. for more information go to:

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Saturday-30-May
Bogota
The Bogota Public Library will have their Saturday Storytime at 10:30a. It will be held in the second floor Seniors Centre. It is open to the Public.  For more information please about this and other Library events visit their website at:  http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ.  
  
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Saturday-30-May
Bogota
The Bogota VFW Post #5561 will host a Latin Dance Fundraiser starting at 7:00p. Tickets are $35.00/ person. Entrance is 241 W. Shore Ave. Bogota, NJ.


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Sunday-31-May
Bogota
The ARC of Bergen, & Passaic Counties will hold their 24th walk for Children and Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 2019. This will take place in Olsen Park. Registration will begin at 9:30a, with the walk itself will start at 10:30a.  Olsen Park is located at 162 W. Main St. in Bogota, NJ.  Parking will be at the Bogota Swim Club at 452 Feller Pl. 


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