Ridgefield was first settled by English colonists from Norwalk and Milford in 1708, when a group of settlers purchased land from Chief Catoonah (also known as Chief Katonah) of the Ramapo tribe. The town was incorporated under a royal charter from the Connecticut General Assembly issued in 1709. The most notable 18th century event was the Battle of Ridgefield on April 27, 1777. This American Revolutionary War skirmish involved a small colonial militia force (state militia and some Continental Army soldiers), led by, among others, General David Wooster, who died in the engagement, and Benedict Arnold, whose horse was shot from under him. They faced a larger British force that had landed at Westport and was returning from a raid on the colonial supply depot in Danbury. The battle was a tactical victory for the British but a strategic one for the Colonials because the British would never again conduct inland operations in Connecticut, despite western Connecticut's strategic importance in securing the Hudson River Valley. Today, the dead from both sides are buried together in a small cemetery on Main Street on the right of the entrance to Casagmo condominiums: "...foes in arms, brothers in death...". The Keeler Tavern, a local inn and museum, features a British cannonball still lodged in the side of the building. There are many other landmarks from the Revolutionary War in the town, with most along Main Street.
Ridgefield is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population was 11,032, reflecting an increase of 202 (+1.9%) from the 10,830 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 834 (+8.3%) from the 9,996 counted in the 1990 Census.
Ridgefield was incorporated as a borough by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on May 26, 1892, from portions of Ridgefield Township. The borough was named for the area's terrain.
History
At the time of European colonization, the area was home to the Hackensack tribe of the LenapeNative Americans, who maintained a large settlement to the north on Overpeck Creek. Their name is an exonym taken from the territory and is translated as place of stony ground which describes the diminishing Hudson Palisades as they descend into the Meadowlands becoming the ridgefield that is part of Hackensack River flood plain.
In 1642, Myndert Myndertsen received a patroonship as part of the New Netherland colony for much the land in the Hackensack and Passaic valleys. He called his settlement Achter Kol, or rear mountain pass, which refers to its accessibility to the interior behind the Palisades. Originally spared in the conflicts that begin with the Pavonia Massacre, the nascent colony was later abandoned. In 1655, Oratam, sachem of the Hackensack, deeded a large tract nearby to Sara Kiersted, who had learned the native language and was instrumental in negotiations between Native Americans and the settlers. In 1668, much of the land between Overpeck Creek and the Hudson River was purchased by Samuel Edsall, and soon became known as the English Neighborhood, despite the fact most of the settlers were of Dutch and Huguenot origin.
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Ridgefield High student seriously injured after being assaulted shortly after school
A Ridgefield High School student sustained serious injuries after being assaulted shortly after school got out on Wednesday, officals said.
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Ridgefield PD: 31-year-old charged with murder in death of ‘elderly male’ | News 12
A 31-year-old man was arrested and charged with murder in the death of an “elderly male” inside a home in Ridgefield, police say. They say Steven James Uricchio was “taken into custody without incident” and subsequently charged with murder.
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Driver killed after crashing into Ridgefield restaurant
A driver was killed overnight when he slammed into a restaurant in Ridgefield. CBS2's Naveen Dhaliwal reports. Read more: https://cbsn.ws/44dpA9i
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OFFICIAL CHARGED AFTER ATTACKING ME! 1ST AMENDMENT AUDIT! Ridgefield, Connecticut
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Port of Ridgefield Raptor Cam
The Port of Ridgefield proudly presents a live camera view of the Osprey Nest at the Ridgefield Waterfront. This project comes to life through a dynamic partnership with Ridgefield School District's Innovation Ridge CAPS and Clark Public Utilities, reflecting our collective commitment to environmental stewardship and educational enrichment. Through this live feed, we aim to offer a window into the fascinating world of ospreys, highlighting the beauty and complexity of natural ecosystems right at our waterfront. This initiative underscores our dedication to preserving and celebrating the natural environment, providing an unparalleled opportunity for learning and connection with nature.
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A Ridgefield High School student sustained serious injuries after being assaulted shortly after school got out on Wednesday, officals said.
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This Town Official demanded I stop filming. She decided to go hands on and got charged! Do you think this is acceptable behavior from this Town Hall in Ridgefie...
This Town Official demanded I stop filming. She decided to go hands on and got charged! Do you think this is acceptable behavior from this Town Hall in Ridgefield, Connecticut?
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The Port of Ridgefield proudly presents a live camera view of the Osprey Nest at the Ridgefield Waterfront. This project comes to life through a dynamic partner...
The Port of Ridgefield proudly presents a live camera view of the Osprey Nest at the Ridgefield Waterfront. This project comes to life through a dynamic partnership with Ridgefield School District's Innovation Ridge CAPS and Clark Public Utilities, reflecting our collective commitment to environmental stewardship and educational enrichment. Through this live feed, we aim to offer a window into the fascinating world of ospreys, highlighting the beauty and complexity of natural ecosystems right at our waterfront. This initiative underscores our dedication to preserving and celebrating the natural environment, providing an unparalleled opportunity for learning and connection with nature.
Please note, this camera streams live footage from the natural habitat of ospreys, and as such, viewers may witness the raw and unpredictable aspects of nature. Nature can be compelling yet challenging to watch, and we advise viewer discretion.
The Port of Ridgefield proudly presents a live camera view of the Osprey Nest at the Ridgefield Waterfront. This project comes to life through a dynamic partnership with Ridgefield School District's Innovation Ridge CAPS and Clark Public Utilities, reflecting our collective commitment to environmental stewardship and educational enrichment. Through this live feed, we aim to offer a window into the fascinating world of ospreys, highlighting the beauty and complexity of natural ecosystems right at our waterfront. This initiative underscores our dedication to preserving and celebrating the natural environment, providing an unparalleled opportunity for learning and connection with nature.
Please note, this camera streams live footage from the natural habitat of ospreys, and as such, viewers may witness the raw and unpredictable aspects of nature. Nature can be compelling yet challenging to watch, and we advise viewer discretion.
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Ridgefield PD: 31-year-old charged with murder in death of ‘elderly male’ | News 12
This Town Official demanded I stop filming. She decided to go hands on and got charged! Do you think this is acceptable behavior from this Town Hall in Ridgefield, Connecticut?
ATTACKER: PATRICIA PACHECO
RIDGEFIELD TOWN HALL
RIDGEFIELD, CONNECTICUT
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Our Town videos are your access to the communities in which we serve. Visit parks, main streets, shops, neighbourhoods and all the sites that make each town unique. Sit back, enjoy, and welcome to Our Town. Our Town videos are an exclusive feature of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.
The Port of Ridgefield proudly presents a live camera view of the Osprey Nest at the Ridgefield Waterfront. This project comes to life through a dynamic partnership with Ridgefield School District's Innovation Ridge CAPS and Clark Public Utilities, reflecting our collective commitment to environmental stewardship and educational enrichment. Through this live feed, we aim to offer a window into the fascinating world of ospreys, highlighting the beauty and complexity of natural ecosystems right at our waterfront. This initiative underscores our dedication to preserving and celebrating the natural environment, providing an unparalleled opportunity for learning and connection with nature.
Please note, this camera streams live footage from the natural habitat of ospreys, and as such, viewers may witness the raw and unpredictable aspects of nature. Nature can be compelling yet challenging to watch, and we advise viewer discretion.
Live weather camera from ilani Hotel in Ridgefield, Washington.
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A 16-year-old boy from Bergen County was charged Wednesday as the result of an investigation into a shooting in RidgefieldPark that left a 15-year-old girl in critical condition, according to the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office.
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“You know I am little biased right now in the current moment but I would have said that eight weeks ago, Jason Marasciulo,” said Cliffside Park/Ridgefield football coach Tom Mandile ... He’s a Ridgefield ...