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Gabbert Survives, Fishbein Questions Housing Developments In Week's Top Headlines

Other stories include a new center at Rutgers named for Tyler Clementi, Donovan calling for Gabbert's resignation, and an acting superintendent is appointed in Glen Rock.

About a foot of snow fell on Ridgewood and Glen Rock, but the power stayed on and streets were in pretty good shape on Saturday.

Developers say students aren't likely to populate the four proposed housing developments in downtown Ridgewood. Superintendent Daniel Fishbein is considerably more skeptical.

Donovan Demands Gabbert's Resignation as Utility Commissioner

County Executive Kathleen Donovan called for Gabbert to step aside from his position as a utility commissioner for collecting a stipend she claims he said he would not accept.

Find out what's happening in Ridgewood-Glen Rockwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

Gabbert Staying on as Ridgewood Village Manager

Two government heads called for Ken Gabbert's resignation this week, though the administrator seems likely to stick around at both jobs. The village council, in a cryptic one-sentence statement, said they'll be "evaluating" Gabbert over the next few months.

Glen Rock BOE Appoints Acting Superintendent

Dr. Kathleen Regan was tapped as the acting superintendent until the county exeuctive superintendent approves the hire of the permanent replacement.

Find out what's happening in Ridgewood-Glen Rockwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

Allegations Fly During 'Good Government' Discussion

Council members accused one another of ticket fixing, secret meetings with developers, shirking the spirit of open government at a wild council meeting.

A new center focusing on the transition of students from high school to college – as well as LBGT issues – bears the name of the late Ridgewood resident, Tyler Clementi.

A 30-year veteran of the force passed away at the age of 91 on Jan. 30. Louis Lembo was also a WWII veteran.

Ridgewood is the first of many bakeries 'Cake Boss' Buddy Valastro plans on opening as he builds a baking legacy.


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