April's Top Ten Most Clicked Ramsey Stories

It’s been a busy month in Ramsey. Below are the top ten most-clicked  Ramsey Patch stories of April, listed in reverse order.

10. Ramsey BOE: Superintendent Salary Cap Causing 'Leadership Crisis'

The Board of Education has passed a resolution calling for the Governor to revoke the salary cap, which it says not only cost the district its last Superintendent, but has made it difficult to find a new one.

9. Gas Leaks Force Evacuations in Ramsey Neighborhood

Officials say leak has been shut down after contractor cutting tree stump struck a gas line at Dixon Street home.

See this follow-up: Evacuees Return Home After 'Major Gas Leak'

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One adult from NY and three teens from Mahwah will be charged as a result of the incident, police said.

7. Unused Snow Days Shorten Ramsey School Year

District officials made the school year longer to accommodate for days lost during Hurricane Sandy. Now, students will start summer a few days earlier than anticipated.

6. Man Allegedly Carrying Illegal Gun Arrested at Ramsey Hotel

The California man also had a false driver’s license and fake Social Security card, police said.

5. Worker Airlifted After ‘Severe’ Industrial Accident

The man was pulled into a lathe when his clothing snagged in the machinery, authorities said.

See this follow-up: Report: Injured Worker Expected to Recover

4. RFD: Car Driving Up Route 17 Bursts Into Flames

The driver of the car was not injured in the nighttime fire, officials said.

3. River Vale Superintendent Taking Job in Ramsey

Ramsey school officials say Matthew Murphy is a 'perfect fit' for the district's top job.

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A celebrity line-up helped kick off the grand opening of a new high-end car dealership on Route 17.

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The Lumineers' hit song has been redone by a quartet that features clucks and chicken costumes.

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