The WRFD held its annual Installation Dinner at the Fiesta on January 11, 2025. The following officers for 2025 were sworn in by Mayor Paul Sarlo:

Chief of Department Kevin Cribben

1st Assistant Chief Nicholas Meglio

2nd Assistant Chief Michael Cribben

Captain Liam Maloney

Lieutenant Mateusz Czwakiel

Treasurer Ronald Phillips Sr.

Corresponding Secretary Nicholas Fallon

Recording Secretary ... (Full Story & Photos)

At 06:20 hours, Hasbrouck Heights Fire Command requested an engine respond to Green St. in Teterboro for a large pile of rubbish on fire that had been dumped on the street from a garbage truck. Chief Berta, E901 and T904 responded and assisted the HHFD with extinguishing the fire and checking nearby buildings for flying embers. All WR units were back in service at 07:59 hours.... (Full Story & Photos)

At the January meeting, Chief Cribben appointed James Hutchison to a one year probationary firefighter period and assigned him Badge #8. Best of luck James!... (Full Story)

Chief Kevin Cribben and the officers and members of the Wood-Ridge Fire Department wish you all a Safe, Healthy and Happy New Year!... (Full Story & Photos)

Santa Claus will be at the firehouse tomorrow, December 21st, from 11:30a - 1p for pictures. He will then take a break and begin his ride around town at 2:30p. Listen for the sirens and you'll know he is close by. The WRFD wishes you a very Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Safe and Happy New Year!... (Full Story & Photos)

On December 6, 1894, the Borough of Wood-Ridge was incorporated. Formed from portions of Bergen Township, a referendum was held on December 5th. 96 ballots were cast, 56 votes for incorporation, 40 against. The Mayor & Council was organized on January 1, 1895. We are proud to be a part of such a great town!... (Full Story & Photos)

At 23:03 hours, Hasbrouck Heights Fire Command requested a truck and engine respond to 128 Charlton Ave., Hasbrouck Heights for a fire in a garden apartment building. Chief Cribben, Chief Meglio, Truck 904 and Engine 901 responded and assisted the HHFD in extinguishing the fire. All WR units were back in service at 00:31 hours.... (Full Story & Photos)

By now every residence in town should have received a 2025 Wood-Ridge Recycling Schedule calendar. If you did not receive a calendar or need an extra one, please use the "CONTACT US" or call 201-939-2387 and let us know your address so we can get one to you.

Included with the calendar was our annual fund drive appeal letter. As always, the officers and members of the Wood-Ridge Fire Department THANK ... (Full Story & Photos)