Welcome to Norridge

The name "Norridge" was suggested by resident Mrs. Link. "Nor" from Norwood Park Township and "Ridge" from the nearby suburb of Park Ridge, and joining them together to make the name Norridge.

This Village of "Norridge" is the only community in the world named Norridge. This research was done, in 2002, by Colin Muffet for a friend, John Linford, who is the owner of the pub "The Marlborough Arms" of Norwich, England. Norwich is pronounced "Norridge" in the local Norfolk dialect. This curiosity came about as a result of John Linford buying, for his pub, an old Norridge village sign at an auction in the Netherlands. John is a collector of unique artifacts to decorate his pub. His curiosity about the signs' origin led Colin to search the Internet and finally contacting the Norridge Village Hall on October 15, 2002.

To all of my friends, supporters, constituents and loved ones:

The paths we take in our lives are sometimes chosen by us and at times are chosen for us. My life’s journey has been and continues to be one which has been full of surprises; some good and some otherwise. One of the very satisfying paths I have chosen has led me to participate and serve in my hometown of Norridge’s government.

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