About Clemens Triangle

In honor of Carl E. Clemens (1908-1989)

This park, located in the Queens neighborhood of Ridgewood, is named in honor of Carl E. Clemens (1908-1989), a community leader and former owner of The Ridgewood Times newspaper.

During the depression, the paper suffered fiscally and in 1933, Clemens bought a portion, becoming one of three new owners. He became solo owner of the paper in 1955 and worked as owner and publisher until he retired in 1982. Clemen’s involvement with The Ridgewood Times contributed to its extensive collaboration with civic groups to improve libraries, schools, senior centers, and other community establishments. The paper was renamed The Times Newsweekly in 1989.

In 1936, the Board of Alderman submitted a resolution to name this park “Times Triangle”, after the Ridgewood Times building across the street. In 1985, Mayor Ed Koch renamed the area Carl Clemens Triangle – an unusual honor at the time because Clemens was still alive to witness it. Commissioner Henry Stern shortened the park’s name to Clemens Triangle in 1987.

A street scene featuring a black sign with white lettering that reads "Clemens Triangle" and includes an image of a maple leaf. The background shows a busy intersection with cars, shops, a building with a castle-like facade, and pedestrians walking.
A small group of people sit on benches in front of a tree-lined street. Behind them, a restaurant with "Panda Wok" on its sign is visible. Parked cars line the street and a tall building with several windows occupies the background.
A group of people, including adults and children, sit and stand around a bench under a tree on a city sidewalk. In the background, there are several storefronts, including a restaurant with a red sign. Cars are parked along the street. Clemens Triangle
Clemens Triangle
Located at the intersection of Myrtle Avenue, Cypress Avenue, and Cornelia Street.
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A vertical monument stands in an urban setting, topped with a large spherical stone. The base features engraved panels with figures and text. Trees and buildings surround the monument, with a fence enclosing its base. A clear, blue sky is in the background. Ridgewood Veterans Triangle
Ridgewood Veterans Triangle
Located at the intersection of Myrtle Avenue, Cypress Avenue, and Putnam Avenue.
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A pink outdoor clock tower with two clock faces, each displaying the time as 11:50. The words "Venditti Square" are prominently displayed on both visible sides of the tower. The background shows green foliage and partially visible buildings. Venditti Square
Venditti Square
Located at the intersection of Myrtle Avenue, St. Nicholas Avenue, and Woodbine Street.
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A charming street scene featuring a brick sidewalk with benches and large planters. An outdoor seating area with an orange umbrella is adjacent to a storefront. Trees line the street in front of multi-story buildings with various businesses. 71st Avenue Plaza
71st Avenue Plaza
Located at the intersection of Myrtle Avenue, 71st Avenue, and Stephen Street.
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A group of people, including adults and children, sit and stand around a bench under a tree on a city sidewalk. In the background, there are several storefronts, including a restaurant with a red sign. Cars are parked along the street. Clemens Triangle
Clemens Triangle
Located at the intersection of Myrtle Avenue, Cypress Avenue, and Cornelia Street.
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A vertical monument stands in an urban setting, topped with a large spherical stone. The base features engraved panels with figures and text. Trees and buildings surround the monument, with a fence enclosing its base. A clear, blue sky is in the background. Ridgewood Veterans Triangle
Ridgewood Veterans Triangle
Located at the intersection of Myrtle Avenue, Cypress Avenue, and Putnam Avenue.
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A pink outdoor clock tower with two clock faces, each displaying the time as 11:50. The words "Venditti Square" are prominently displayed on both visible sides of the tower. The background shows green foliage and partially visible buildings. Venditti Square
Venditti Square
Located at the intersection of Myrtle Avenue, St. Nicholas Avenue, and Woodbine Street.
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A charming street scene featuring a brick sidewalk with benches and large planters. An outdoor seating area with an orange umbrella is adjacent to a storefront. Trees line the street in front of multi-story buildings with various businesses. 71st Avenue Plaza
71st Avenue Plaza
Located at the intersection of Myrtle Avenue, 71st Avenue, and Stephen Street.
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