Northern Valley Press 6.3.24

CHEERSAS LANDMARK NAMEDFOR WOMEN’S RIGHTS PIONEER

In ceremony May 18, Tenafly gains Elizabeth Cady Stanton Railroad Station

The Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission held a celebration to mark the formal naming and dedication of the Elizabeth Cady Stanton Railroad Station on Saturday, May 18 at noon.

Keynote speaker at the event was Coline Jenkins, the greatgreat-granddaughter of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and the co-founder and president of the Elizabeth Cady Stanton Trust.

The event took place at the train station, 1 Piermont Road in Tenafly, that was designed in 1872 by Daniel Topping Atwood and served as a central transit hub for the town from its completion in 1877 until passenger service ended in 1966.

The station was previously recognized for its significance in architecture, commerce, social history, and transportation when it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.

The celebration aimed to draw attention to the station and honor one of the most famous residents of Tenafly, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, who was a leading pioneer in the womenʼs rights movement in the 19th century and who

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At bergenPAC Performing Arts School, p roduction celebrates resilience, renewal, and the power of teaming up t o tell a story. SEE PAGE 5

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AHA kids shine at innovative study-abroad program

At The Globe Theatre, perhaps much as Shakespeare knew it: AHAStudy Abroad participants are Alessandra Boncaldo of Stony Point, N.Y.; Cara Boyce and Sienna Pacione of Old Tappan; Michele Carabuena of Ho-Ho-Kus; Annika Castillo, Amalia Ferolie, Elise Kim, and Norah Park of Cresskill; Elizabeth Choe of Nutley; Lily Cossio and Madeline Poblete of Tenafly; Sienna Morreale of Edgewater; Shannon Oliver of Upper Saddle River; Chloe Rodriguez of Leonia; Gabrielle Ross of Teaneck; Rachel Stanbury of Hillsdale; Isabella Wisniewski of Paramus; and Jiyoon “Christine” Yeo of Closter.

BY JENNIFER CRUSCO FOR NORTHERNVALLEY PRESS

NANCY S CHNEBERGER, Oxford Study Abroad director at the Academy of the Holy Angels, is

pleased that the bespoke course she established with Oxbridge Academic Programs continues to be a magnet academic opportunity

“I think the opportunity to study at Oxford in a tailor-

made program for Holy Angels that includes classes in critical thinking and public speaking is one of the contributing reasons students decide to attend our school,”

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MICKENNA BIGGINS POURS EMPATHY INTOWIN

Online vote winner in 20th Annual Your Song! Your Voice! Shout Down Drugs competition

Mickenna Biggins, a ninthgrade student at Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest, has been named the online vote winner in the 20th Annual Your Song! Your Voice! Shout Down Drugs competition, hosted by the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ).

Her entry, “Worth It,” addresses the motivations behind drug use and the personal value that outweighs these choices.

Originally planning to focus solely on the effects of drugs, Mickenna shifted her approach to explore why people might turn to substance use. “I decided to write about why people would do these drugs to relate to certain situations, later proving that all the drugs and ways people are using them to cope with certain things in their lives arenʼt really ʻworth itʼbecause they

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Demarest holds its 39th Annual 5K Race/One Mile Fun Run. A winner says, “I wanted to try something new, and I really got it!”See page 12

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In the 1920s two man-made swimming pools fed by natural springs were built on Orangeburgh Road in Old Tappan.

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Showers of color mark run, walk for a great cause

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On Saturday morning, May 4, there were colors flying all around Mackay Park. The occasion was a unique Color 5K Walk/Run in which participants were showered in (non-toxic) powder chalk in yellow, blue, orange, and pink as they passed markers along the route.

The event was hosted by Zimele USA and Dr. John Grieco Elementary School.

It was an untimed, family

friendly event open to all ages. More than 100 walkers and runners and 50 volunteers were at the event. Participants were invited to move along the path at their own pace and loop around as manyor as few times as they wished. Technically, a 5K is four loops around the path. Walkers and racers took off at 9:30 a.m. Following the run, everyone celebrated at the parkʼs pavilion. The festivities were run by Janet Kwan with a team of 50 volunteers from Dwight Morrow High School, the Janis E. Dismus Middle School, and members of the PTO.

In the pavilion, Dr. Daniela Bailey, principal of Dr. John Grieco Elementary School, welcomed everyone and announced the winners of the raffle prizes that had been donated: gift cards from Marciaʼs Attic for Kids, Pinspiration and

Grazefully Plentiful, and vouchers for Lily and Liam, an indoor playground and cafe.

There were tables set up with sandwiches, protein bars, fruit and water. Music was provided by a volunteer DJ from Triple Platinum Entertainment. There was a raffle for everyone who had registered, and Dr. Bailey announced the four winners to a crowd of cheers.

Zimele USA is a 501©3 nonprofit organization based in Englewood. Since 2007, their mission has been to tackle the root causes of poverty by raising awareness and funds to train and empower women in impoverished and often AIDSstricken communities of South Africaʼs KwaZulu-Natal province.

Zimele in Zulu means “Stand on your own two feet,” and the organization facilitates this by pro-

viding economic, educational and social resources such as financial management, job skills and life skills classes. Zimele USA removes barriers to self-sufficiency and encourages women to stand on their own two feet.

Since its founding in 2007, Zimele USA has funded programming in South Africa that has empowered over 10,000 women to become small-scale entrepreneurs who sustain independent livelihoods that benefit not only their families but also their entire communities.

Janet Kwon, executive director of Zimele USA, explained how this yearʼs Zimele USA Color 5K Walk/Run event came about.

“Dr. Daniela Bailey, principal of Dr. John Grieco Elementary School, visited South Africa last year and learned about the amazing work of ZimeleUSA. After a discussion with Zimele USA and PTO presidents Tiffany Capers (Dr. John Grieco Elementary School) and Chiquita Barnes (Dr. Leroy McCloud Elementary School and Janis E. Dismus Middle School), the partnership and idea of a community wide Color Run 5K for Zimele was born.”

Kwan said, “We wanted to encourage families to be active, healthy and have fun, all while supporting a great cause.”

The main sponsors: Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, Triple Platinum Entertainment, Englewood Health, Chick-fil-A, Firehouse Subs, Lily & Liam play space and Cafe, Marciaʼs Attic for Kids, and Pinspiration craft studio, and the title sponsor, SJ Law of Englewood Cliffs.

All donations from the Color 5K Walk/Run will support empowering women and communities in rural South Africa.

More than 100 walkers and runners and 50 volunteers (see below too) power Zimele USA’s unique Color 5K Walk/Run on May 4 in Mackay Park. At right:Fastest runner Nathan Buckley and his father beam. Hillary Viders photos

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Reporter’s notebook: Michael Olohan

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS

NORTHERNVALLEY

IʼMALONG-TIME municipal reporter in the Northern and Pascack valleys, and a lifelong journalist, who has taken many other jobs along the path of life to help pay the bills.

For nearly the last seven years Iʼve covered the Northern and Pascack valleys as a reporter and staff writer for this newspaper.

And this column is my goodbye (for now) to our regular readers, letter writers, local officials, municipal clerks, school officials, and local supporters whose calls, emails, and texts have so often provided tips, guidance and encouragement when most needed in the pursuit of truth.

Some four-plus decades ago, upon graduating from William Paterson College, Wayne, I joined the Nutley Sun/Belleville Times newspapers, spending three years as a municipal reporter covering Nutley and Belleville governments, school boards, personalities, and politics in Essex County.

And then I took a break from journalism—working in publish-

The Northern Valley’s loss is pickleball’s gain. Stalwart staff writer Michael Olohan, above, says goodbye — “for now” — to the grind of a newspaper deadline. John Snyder photo.

ing, advertising, public relations, environmental communications, recycling and even airport security—until summer 2013, when I wanted to start doing what I always felt was a calling, working again as a journalist for a local newspaper or website.

In 2013, I joined the Suburban News, a NorthJersey Media Group weekly, and covered municipal government, school boards, and planning and zoning

boards, in Franklin Lakes, Oakland, Wyckoff, and Waldwick. I had the bug again, and wanted to keep reporting.

Almost seven years ago, I joined the Northern Valley Press/Pascack Press newspaper group, after several years at NorthJersey Media Group. My first day on staff was Sept. 11, 2017, an infamous date, although my new colleagues were welcoming and encouraging.

Oddly enough, my first story for Pascack Press —published S ept. 18, 2017—concerned a non-binding referendum on affordable housing, an issue that

continues to dominate headlines, and rankle residents and public officials. Every Pascack and Northern valley town dealt

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Those old black and white photos have been sitting in the drawer for decades. Give those treasures more love by sharing them with your neighbors on this page.

Northern Valley Press welcomes old photographs depicting scenes in any of the towns in the region: Alpine, Closter, Cresskill, Demarest, Englewood, Englewood Cliffs, Harrington Park, Haworth, Northvale, Norwood, Old Tappan, Rockleigh and Tenafly.

Specifically, we’re looking for materials dating to the 1970s and e arlier. These can be photos of local buildings, notable people, homes, streets, parks, stores, special events — you name it. Old advertisements for businesses in the Northern Valley are also most welcome.

The submissions are sought for publication in the weekly “Back in Time” local history feature, which appears to the right of this column. Photographs can be submitted by scanning the photo or taking a good digital photo (the highest resolution possible to facilitate clear printing) and emailing a copy of the photographs along with some detailed information to northernvalleypress@thepressgroup.net

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An early view of Lake Idle Wild Country Club. Note the cars in the background.

Ah,vintage summers in Old Tappan

BY KRISTIN BEUSCHER OF NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS OLDTAPPAN

INTHEDAYS (ANDNIGHTS) before backyard pools and air conditioning made the summer heat more bearable, public bathing beaches were the only way to find relief. In the 1920s two man-made swim-

Kristin Beuscher is president of the Pascack Historical Society, 19 Ridge Ave., Park Ridge For more information call (201) 573-0307 or visit PascackHistoricalSociety.org

ming pools, fed by natural springs and more closely resembling lakes, were built on Orangeburgh Road in Old Tappan. One of these was started by a man named Ray Rappold and was originally intended as a swimming pool for his children. This later became Idle Wild Swim Club. Another man, Otto Supply, began his pool in much the same way. After selling to the Otto Limmer family in 1954, the pool was operated as the Northern Valley Swim Club.

In the first half of the 20th century, both Rappoldʼs and Supplyʼs pools drew crowds of locals who came for a refreshing swim or to sunbathe on the sand surrounding these lakes. Sunday afternoon traffic

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jams became a common occurrence on the otherwise quiet Orangeburg Road. Picnic tables were added, as were bath houses, locker rooms, playgrounds, game courts and refreshment pavilions. Local students worked summer jobs at the pools as lifeguards, swimming teachers or running the food stands.

In the 1950s, adult weekday admission at the Northern Valley Swim Club was just $1. On weekends it rose to $1.50.

The Rappold family ran Idle Wild from

the 1920s up until the late 1970s when it was sold to Bill Bresler. He ran the club for a few more years. Later the land became The Village townhome and condominium complex.

Otto Limmer passed away in 1959, leaving the Northern Valley Swim Club to be managed by his widow, Marie Limmer and their daughter, Marie T. Kober.

In the late 1990s, the grounds were redeveloped into the homes off Longview Court.

Northern Valley Swim Club, circa 1960.

bergenPAC performing arts students roar their ‘Lion King’

BY HILLARYVIDERS FOR NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS

ENGLEWOOD

bergenPAC Performing Arts School students ages 9–14 wowed a packed house at the PACʼs large theater on Van Brunt Street, May 18, with their production of “The Lion King.” By 6 p.m. the theater was filled with families from all over Bergen County.

The cast of 16 students was led by a creative team that included director Diana GonzalezMorett, musical director Samantha Colon, director of dance Roberta Mathes, choreographerand teaching artist Esther Lee, and mask designer D. Cross.

In 1997, “The Lion King,” based on an animated Disney film, became a huge Broadway hit with music by Elton John and lyrics by Tim Rice.

“The Lion King”takes place in an African kingdom called the Pride Lands, where a lion rules over the other animals as king. In the lands of Africa, in the “Circle of Life,” Rafiki, a mandrill shaman, anoints Simba, the newborn cub of King Mufasa and Queen Sarabi, and presents him to a gathering of animals at Pride Rock. As the story unfolds, Simba must embrace his role as the rightful king of his homeland following the murder of his father, Mufasa, at the hands of his uncle,

Scar.

Gonzalez-Morett loved the story and moral lesson of “The Lion King.”

She said, “As we journey through the African savanna, we are reminded of the profound truth that life is indeed a circle—a cycle of beginnings and endings, joys and sorrows. In this vibrant tale of Simba's journey, we find echoes of our own experiences—Through song and dance, our young performers bring these themes to life with boundless energy and enthusiasm.”

She added, “At the heart of ʻThe Lion Kingʼlies the philoso-

phy of Hakuna Matata—no worries for the rest of your days. This mantra [from Swahili] embodies the balance of discipline and fun that we strived for in our rehearsals. While we worked tirelessly to perfect our craft, we also believe in the importance of laughter, spontaneity, and joy. It is this balance that allows us to not only grow as performers but also to form deep bonds and camaraderie.”

Gonzalez-Morett said of the performers, “As they worked together as an ensemble, supporting and lifting each other up, they embody the spirit of community

and collaboration that lies at the heart of ʻThe Lion King.ʼEach rehearsal has been a testament to their dedication and determination, and we are immensely proud of the growth they have shown over our time together.”

Gonzalez-Morett also is proud of the Performing Arts School staff, saying, “Our production is made possible by the incredible teaching artists and leadership from the talented Samantha Colon, our musical director, and the collaboration with our amazing dance department led by Roberta Mathes, along with lead choreographer

Esther Lee. Their dedication, expertise, and guidance have been instrumental in shaping our production, infusing it with creativity, passion, and professionalism.”

She said, “This production is not just a performance; it is a celebration of resilience, renewal, and the power of young voices coming together to tell a story.”

SAVETHEDATE bergenPAC Performing Arts School presents its summer musical, “The Wizard of Oz,” on July 26 and 27 at 8 p.m. and July 28 at 2 p.m.

Front to back, left to right: Joseph Epifania, Lorena Ramos, Ariel Park, Simona Erenberg, Gui Choi, Lucas Terrones, Benjamin Wilderman, Jenny Kong, Olivia Merino-Aviles, Michaela Ingram-Johnson, Peter Caufield, Jazmine Parris, Alicia Kwon, Elizabeth Choi and Christina Badulescu. Hillary Viders photo. At right: A promotional image of the characters from the film "The Lion King." From left to right: Shenzi, Scar, Ed, Banzai, Rafiki, Young Simba, Mufasa, Young Nala, Sarabi, Zazu, Sarafina, Timon, and Pumbaa. Walt Disney Feature Animation

Cheers, royalty, dance moves at 22nd Annual Senior Prom

BY HILLARYVIDERS FOR NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS

ENGLEWOOD

Seniors on May 22 had a rock ʻnʼrolling great time at the Senior Prom at St. Paulʼs Church. More than 150 senior citizens partied at the 22nd Annual Senior Prom hosted by the Bergen Family Center and co-sponsored by AgeFriendly Englewood.

The theme this year: Royalty, and judging by the elegant attire and neon blue and gold decor, it certainly lived up to the title!

The prom was started several years ago for Englewood seniors by the late Glenda Frazier in coordination with Walter Young, who was president of the Rotary Club at the time. The Bergen Family Center decided to commemorate Frazier by naming the senior prom after her and opening it to all seniors of Bergen County.

Rachel Cohen, BFCʼs senior director of community health and engagement, and her team gave a

fantastic party.

Special guests were awardwinning news anchor Harry Martin; Englewood Council President Charles Cobb; former Coun-

former vice president; and Glenda

Frazierʼs sister, Marta.

Senior services staffers helped with the event were recognized. Thanked were Marisa Tarateta, BFCʼs director of Older Adults; Marisa Patrisso; the Rev. Preston Thompson; Caroline Brown; Margaret Denise Knoll; Bissondai Ragbir; Olga Carvajal; Maria Pena; Iris Maldonado; Nancy Smith; Lida Lacatena; Anna Martino; and Shakiyyah Taylor.

There were decorations and wonderful raffle prizes, including a 50-inch television set, all donated by Eternity Funeral Services.

To add to the festivities, there was a photo booth, and lots of great dancing. Pierre from Triple Platinum Entertainment played an array of fabulous music, modern as well as oldies from the 1950s, including the Electric Slide.

Students from the BFCʼs Shirvan Live Well Center helped chef Dion Cucuta and his wife Stephanie prepare and serve great food.

From 4 to 8 p.m., the mood was upbeat and swinging as the seniors enjoyed an array of appetizers, and a buffet with salmon, chicken, and beef, as well as an elaborate plated dessert tray.

The event began as Mitch Schonfeld, BFC executive director, introduced Harry Martin. Martin thanked the BFC staff and honored Janet Sharma for all she does for seniors at BFC and Englewood. Martin introduced Rachel Cohen, senior director of Community Health & Engagement, who thanked the many event sponsors, BFC staff and volun-

teers and the fabulous chef Cucuta. Tarateta then introduced the best male and female dancers as well as last yearʼs Prom King and Queen, Michael and Deborah Prince. The elegant pair then crowned Prom King Teofilo Ballesteros and Prom Queen Fausceina Ballesteros.

Throughout the evening, Tarateta called out winners of raffles, concluding with the 50-inch screen television.

The Senior Prom was sponsored by St. PaulʼsChurch, Disabled Combat Veterans Youth Program,Age-Friendly Englewood, Englewood Rotary Club, Englewood Health, Metro Church, NAACP, Eternity Funeral Services, The Links, Liberty Pharmacy in Englewood, and Shirvan Family Live Well Center.

cilman Scott Reddin; the Rev. Preston Thompson, leader of the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Englewood; Liz Corsini, BFCʼs

2023 BFC’s Senior Prom King and Queen Michael and Deborah Prince with 2024 Prom Queen and King Faustina and Teofilo Ballesteros. Hillary Viders photo.

Aree Booker from Eternity Funeral Ser v ices doesn’t miss a beat. Hillary Viders photo.

Borough’s Memorial Day 2024 carries traditions

President Harry S. Truman said, “America was built on courage, on imagination and an unbeatable determination to do the job at hand. I donʼt believe that

Philip Zhi Liang; Police Chief William Henkelman; Fire Chief Matthew Nikow; and fire official Joe Cardullo, a veteran.

At the gathering was Vietnam

because peace is difficult that war is inevitable”

In Englewood Cliffs on May 27, those words reverberated as a solemn Memorial Day tribute was paid to the servicemen and women who died serving our country. At 10 a.m. several dozen residents, veterans, police officers and firefighters gathered at the boroughʼs firehouse on Sylvan Avenue.

Among those assembled were Mayor Mark Park; councilmembers Glenn Luciano, Kris Kim, Rivka Biegacz, David Di Gregorio, and

War veteran Tim OʼShea, and Korean War veteran Kenneth Kubicki, joined by Englewood Cliffs Senior Citizens Board president Mary OʼShea and vice president Giavanna Mungioli. Nikow, who has served on the EC fire force for 24 years, explained that the department has held a annual memorial service since 1905.

“Weʼve had a lot of firefighters in town who have served over the years and itʼs an important show of remembrance for all the fallen soldiers and veterans.”

The Rev. Claude Hubbard said at his invovation, in part, “At the end of the day, we will be laughing with our families and telling great stories, leading the life of freedom this country allows because of the price our war heroes paid to give us this country and this life. We have to

honor the memories of those who sacrificed every day. We have to learn not to just preserve it but to demonstrate it and pass it on to the next generation.”

Seven large wreaths were placed outside, commemorating residents who served in the military.

Park said in his closing remarks, “Someone once said, Four things are the foundation of the world: the learning of the wise, the justice of the great, the prayers of the good, and the valor of the brave.”

By Hillary Viders

Englewood Cliffs police officer Michael Liang displays the flag at the borough’s Memorial Day observance, May 27. Hillary Viders photo.

PCAT screens Piltzecker, ranging documentarian, June 9

The Presbyterian Church at Tenafly continues its 2024 series of free arts and cultural outreach events with a film viewing and discussion featuring documentary filmmaker and journalist Thea Piltzecker.

Raised in Demarest, Piltzecker is an alumna of NVD High School, Bard College (BA in Human Rights and Literature), and Columbia Journalism School (MS in Documentary Journalism). She has also taught at Columbia Journalism School alongside for-

Thea Piltzecker via TheaPiltzecker.com

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has been featured on PBS, CNN, Vice, and

NBC. She has collaborated with award-winning directors such as Rachel Boynton, Peter Schnall, and Tom Yellin. Her reporting covers various topics including the criminal justice system (“Death Row Stories”), politics (“Firing Line with Margaret Hoover”), and immigration (“America by the Numbers”).

Raising awareness on mental health

BY HILLARYVIDERS FOR NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS

ENGLEWOOD

Future Angels and girls who are planning to take the High School Placement Test or Secondary School Admissions Test (HSPT or SSAT) are invited to one of two prep courses at the Academy of the Holy Angels. Students will study with a dedicated member of AHAʼs outstanding faculty. Each girl will enjoy valuable teacher support and engaging lessons.

Two sessions are available. Both will be taught at the Academy, 315 Hillside Ave.

• The eight-day summer session will be held on weekdays Aug. 19–28, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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• The six-day fall session will be held on Saturdays, Sept. 14–Oct. 26. No class will be held Oct. 12. Hours are 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Students will select HSPT or SSAT prep at registration. Each course is $375 per student, and includes the official study guide for the HSPT or Upper Level SSAT. Register at https://holyangels.org/admissions/summer-programs today!

Founded by the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1879, the Academy of the Holy Angels is the oldest private girlsʼschool in Bergen County.

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welcomes press releases,birth announcements, wedding announcements and event photographs from all towns in the Northern Valley. Send all news to northernvalleypress@thepressgroup.net

The Englewood Police Department Community Affairs Unit and Englewood Health Department on May 19 hosted a Mental Awareness Month event by Mackay Park. From 2 to 6 p.m., hundreds of people of all ages gathered on the parkʼs front lawn to view exhibits and entertainment.

The group included Englewood Mayor Michael Wildes, Englewood Council President Charles Cobb, Councilwoman Dr. Lisa Wisotsky, former councilman Wayne Hamer, and Community Chest Executive Director Shelly Wimpfheimer.

In addition to free burgers and hot dogs, ice cream, popcorn and cotton candy,there was face painting, balloon art and a bounce house for youngsters and live music by DJ Scott Reddin.

More than two dozen tables were set up by organizations giving out information about Mental Health awareness including the Englewood Police Department, Englewood Heath Department,

Englewood Police Officer Devin Gillespie, Lt. Liantie Fernandez, and Capt. Oscar Hernandez work a table at the Englewood Police Department Community Affairs Unit and Englewood Health Department’s May 19 Mental Awareness Month downtown. Hillary Viders photo

Care Plus NJ, New Bridge Medical Center, Vantage, Wellpoint, and Stigma-Free Englewood. In conjunction with this event, members of Rotary Club of Englewood cleaned up the park.

Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 1949 by the national advocacyorganization Mental Health America ( mhanational.org).

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Notes on respect for flag in time for Flag Day, June 14

Friday, June 14 marks Flag Day, a time to reflect on the significance of the Stars and Stripes as the official emblem of our nation.

The West Englewood-based Polly Wyckoff-David Demarest Daughters of the American Revolution, a longstanding organization dedicated to preserving American heritage, implores all citizens to uphold the honor and dignity of our flag through proper care and display.

The American flag waves proudly at our public institutions—schools during sessions, and polling places on Election Day. It is not merely a symbol; it embodies our unity and the foundational values of liberty and justice. However, this revered emblem is often neglected, raised and then forgotten.

One common oversight is failing to adjust the flag when

140th U.S. Flag Day poster. 1777–1917. The birthday of the stars and stripes, June 14th, 1917.

is on a pole or displayed elsewhere. Remember, American flags adorned with slogans or images violate the Flag Code—a reminder of the respect due to our veterans and country.

The Flag Code outlines guidelines for respectful display. Here are key points to remember:

• The flag should fly only from sunrise to sunset unless lit by a spotlight.

• During inclement weather, the flag should be brought indoors, unless it's an all-weather flag.

• When ordered, all flags must be flown at half-mast until noon, a mark of respect for holidays like Memorial Day and in

honor of fallen heroes. For flags not on poles, a black ribbon diagonally placed on the blue star field signifies half-mast.

• Disposing of worn-out flags is equally important. Flags should be respectfully burned in a special ceremony—a service provided by organizations like the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).

About Flag Day: Flag Day is a holiday celebrated on June 14 in the United States. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress.

The Flag Resolution stated “That the flag of the thirteen United States be thirteen stripes, alter-

nate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.”

The United States Army also celebrates the U.S. Army birthday on this date, as Congress adopted the American continental army after reaching a consensus position in the Committee of the Whole on June 14, 1775.

In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14 as Flag Day. On Aug. 3, 1949, National Flag Day was established by an Act of Congress. Flag Day is not an official federal holiday.

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Are gorgeous Scottish dirk, scabbard bound for auction?

BYJONFELZ R.Z.M. FINE ARTS & ANTIQUES INC.

Hi, Jon,

This is a very old knife that belonged to my father. He told us only that he acquired it in Europe during World War I. My father, who lived to 103, was one of the last surviving World War I veterans in New York State. I am on my own now, and getting ready to move, so before I give it to perhaps a family member, I would like to know more about it. Three of my relatives want this knife,

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as I am constantly reminded. I do want to make everybody happy. What would you recommend I do?

—Sandra

Did dad pick up this 19th century Scottish dirk in Europe during the Great War? That’s the family lore.

Hi, Sandra,

This is a 19th century Scottish dirk, with its original highly decorated scabbard. Daggers and knives

have been a part of civilian wear and military dress since the first knives were hewn from stone. A few cultures have taken this utilitarian tool and turned it into an item of great cultural significance. Your dirk, as developed by the Scots, is one of these weapons.

At its most basic a dirk can be defined as a long dagger with a straight blade. This very loose definition covers many kinds of knives and edged weapons. In fact, most daggers will fit within this definition.

Yours has unique features that

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set it apart from other straight-bladed sidearms. The first being, that beautiful stone on the handle. Itʼs a highly polished citrine stone mounted on the pommel. Nicely etched along the side of the scabbard: 81st Inf. signifying possibly the 81st Highlanders Regiment. The ricasso section (the unsharpened length of blade just above the guard or handle) of the forged steel blade is maker-marked HAMILTON CRIGHTON & CO. EDINBURGH. Dirk and scabbard are crafted in a beautiful black leather and lav-

ishly decorated with bronze bands of embossed thistle. The scabbard retains the original matching small fork and knife. Most of the time, one or both of these are missing. Lost to time if you will.

This style weapon saw service during the Second Boer War (1899), long before World War I. How your father got this item during the Great War is anyoneʼs guess.

For certain you own a high quality antique Scottish Highlanderʼs dirk thatʼs remained in pristine condition—and that commands a market value of $4,000. In my opinion the only answer is the item gets sold—through an auction that deals in arms and armor—and the proceeds split among those with a claim. You own an item that edge weapon collectors want.

R.Z.M. Fine Arts & Antiques Inc.is based at 132 Dexter Ave.,Pearl River,N.Y.Call (845) 735-1313 or visit rzmantiques.com.

BOARDOF HEALTHMEETINGS

BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to Open Public Meetings Law P.L. 1975, c.231 adopted by the Legislature of the State of New Jersey effective January 1976, the dates, time and place of the meetings to be held by the Board of Health of the Borough of Northvale for the year 2024 are as follows: June 20,

Oct. 17.

All Board of Health meetings will now be held at 7 p.m. in the Municipal Building, 116 Paris Ave. Formal action may be taken.

All members of the public are welcome.

Antiques Appraisal Event

Event

Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 12:00-4:00PM

•FineArt:paintings, watercolors,etchings, lithographs,sculpture, etc.

•Goldandsilvercoins

•Photography&cameras

•Toysanddolls

•Watchandclocks

•Musicalinstruments

•Scientificinstruments

•Books:1sted., signed,etc.

•Historicaldocuments

•Finejewelry:gold, platinum,silver, diamonds,etc.

•Silver,flatware,bowls, trays,teasets,etc.

•WWIIMilitaryitems, antiqueguns,swords, uniforms,etc.

•Textiles:orientalrugs, tapestries,quilts,etc.

•Furniture:antique,art deco,mid-century modern,etc.

•Asianantiques

RZMFineArts&Antiques,Inctoconductanantiqueappraisalevent. Theeventwillbeheldtobenefitthelocalschoolscholarships& theOldTappanFirstAidCorps.

Fee is $10 for one item; $20 for two items; $25 for three items (max) $5 spectator. Refreshments will be available.

Fee$5peritem withamaximumof5itemsperperson.

See League’s ‘Make a Voting Plan’ for

The League of Women Voters of Northern Valley (LWVNV) wants citizens to be prepared with nonpartisan information to participate in New Jerseyʼs Primary Election on Tuesday, June 4. To prepare voters in Bergen County for what they need to do for the Primary Election, the League developed Make a Voting Plan

“Voters should educate t hemselves about the voting process and exercise their right to vote in the Primary Election on Tuesday, June 4. The League of Women Voters of Northern Valley encourages people to review our voting plan and go to VOTE411.org for nonpartisan information on local races, polling locations, and other details,” said Joyce Luhrs, Vice President of Marketing, League of Women Voters of Northern Valley.

The New Jersey Primary Election allows members of a political party to choose a candidate to represent them in the General Election, which will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 5. In New Jersey, only voters who are registered members of a political party may participate in nominating that partyʼs candidates. Unaffiliated voters can register with a political party up to and including Primary Election Day. They may declare a party affiliation in person at the polls on Primary Election Day, during the early voting period or upon casting their mailin ballot. Currently, only the

Republican and Democratic parties use a primary election system to select nominees.

Three Voting Options

• Voters may vote in person at local, designated polling sites from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on June 4. Voters may find their polling location at lwvnj.org or vote411.org

A polling location will also be shown on the sample ballot, which should be received about a week before Election Day.

• New Jersey voters may vote early in-person at a designated early voting polling location. This may be done from Wednesday, May 29 through Sunday, June 2 prior to the Primary Election Day on Tuesday, June 4.

During these days, voters may cast their ballots from Wednesday, May 29 through Sunday, June 2. The polls will be open for early voting from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays and also Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on

Sunday Polling locations for early voting in Bergen County may be found at lwvnj.org or https://nj.gov/state/elections/voteearly-voting.shtml

• Registered voters may vote using a mail-in ballot for the Primary Election. In New Jersey, any eligible registered voter may Vote by Mail without a reason needed to request a Vote by Mail ballot. Mail-in ballots are available to send to all registered voters by applying through May 28, the date by which the Bergen County Clerk must receive the application. Voters may check their Vote-By-Mail status by visiting vote.nj.gov Ballots should be mailed as soon as possible and must be postmarked on or before Primary Day on June 4. They may also be deposited in a Secure Ballot Drop Box by Primary Day by 8 p.m. or the voter may deliver the Vote by Mail ballot in person to the Board of Elections at 1 Bergen County Plaza Room 310

by8 p.m. on Primary Day, June 4.

For information from the Bergen County Clerkʼs Elections Division office, visit their website, bergencountyclerk.org orcontact (201) 336-7020 or elections clerk@co.bergen.nj.us .Their office is at One Bergen County Plaza, Room 130 in Hackensack. Voters may return mail-inb allots to a ballot drop box, through the U.S. postal system,

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Demarest runners, organizers, sponsors deliver

BY HILLARYVIDERS

FOR NORTHERN VALLEY PRESS

Demarest held its 39th Annual 5K Race/One Mile Fun Run on Sunday, May 19, and it was huge Several hundred competitors and spectators were there, including Mayor Brian Bernstein, Superintendent of Schools Michael Fox and both Demarest Public School principals—John Regan from the Demarest Middle School and Frank Mazzinni of Luther Lee Emerson and the Demarest County Road School.

The Demarest 5K is a tradition in the Northern Valley that draws runners and spectators young and old. At this event, children run along with their families and seasoned runners from surrounding areas.

The race began and ended on William Edward Street next to the Demarest County Road School. The 5K was followed by a onemile fun run for children and all the youngsters who made it across the finish line received ribbons.

This yearʼs 5K and Fun Run were organized and run by directors Tal Roth, Opal Jeong and Hernan Donzis, assisted by two dozen volunteers and members of the Demarest PTO.

On May 19, there was excitement in the air even before the first group of racers took off at 9:30 a.m. Several booths were set up with refreshments donated by Haworth Country Club: bagels,

bananas, mini-croissants, minDanish, mini muffins, Nature Valley Bars and assorted flavors of Bubly Sparkling Water. ZenWTR contributed drinking water.

There were also various sponsors that had tables set up where people could get information and gift items.

Jevin Gron, served as the eventʼs DJ and provided upbeat music. All registered runners were given blue T-shirts and bags with the raceʼs logo.

Before the runners took flight, Lucas Biel, a trainer from Elevate Stair Climb, led them through a series of warm up exer-

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cises outside the school.

At 10:30, the one-mile fun run began, and by 11 the 5K race was over and trophies and prizes were awarded to the top finishers in numerous categories: Top Overall Runner – male/female, Top Demarest Runner –male/female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd place – County Road School/Luther Lee Emerson/Demarest Middle School – male/female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd place for each age group –male/female, 13 and under, 14–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69 and 70 and up.

This yearʼs overall male first place winner was Ryan Scully with a running time of 16:58.1 minutes. Overall female first place winner was Erin Shyong with a time of 19:46.4 minutes.

“I wanted to try something new, and I really got it.” Scully said.

Mayor Bernstein was

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Ready to rock at Demarest’s 39th Annual 5K Race/One Mile Fun Run on Sunday, May 19. Hillary Viders photos.

First-place

Ryan Scully and Erin Shyong. Hillary Viders photo.

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FROM PAGE 3 with the impacts of affordable housing, and we covered most of them, and now round 4 for affordable obligations approaches this July.

F rom 2017 through early 2020—before COVID-19 upended the world and shut down the Northern Valley Press (North & South editions)—I reported on the 13 towns those newspapers covered, including Demarest, C resskill, Tenafly, Englewood and Englewood Cliffs. Two years ago, Northern Valley Press returned as a monthly edition, and Iʼve contributed articles.

However, conservatively speaking, writing six articles per week (often, more) would mean that in nearly seven years here, Iʼve researched and written more than 2,000 articles covering local government issues, features, profiles, elections, budgets, controversies, and debates and decisions that matter to residents.

Whatʼs more, most of these stories provided coverage of topics that no other print or digital news site was covering, and readers often told us that they were reading closely to find out what was going on with their tax dollars and what local officials were saying, or not saying. That is good news, for sure.

In fall 2017 when I joined the Northern Valley Press/Pascack Press newsroom, it featured an editor, four reporters, a few correspondents, and a photographer, along with the advertising director, art director, and publisher. Staff-wise, that is not the case today, following cutbacks required after the COVID-19 pandemic and economic downturn.

Today, the weekly newspaper group—still family owned and based in Westwood— employs one overall editor (John Snyder) and our new reporter (Megan Klepper) who together cover the Pascack Valley and on a monthly basis, the Northern Valley. [With Kristin Beuscher filing her ever-popular “Back in Time” feature for both papers, and various other contributors making their mark.]

So, after seven years here, I am taking leave from the hustlebustle of reporting on municipal government and school boards, plus scores of other critical weekly news stories that are the lifeblood of communities and community journalism.

I will miss it and I will also miss the colorful and interesting local, regional, and state officials and engaged residents who Iʼve encountered over the years. All of them contribute so much to their communities.

On a local level, residents of both political parties—and Independents—volunteer to serve as council members, school board trustees, and on other boards and committees that help shape com-

munity life now and in the future. As a reporter, Iʼve tried to tell the stories that readers, and taxpayers, most want to know about and follow them from week to week, and often month to month, and longer. Often, itʼs the human connection, or an offbeat feature, or a funny lead to a story, that makes a story popular.

That takes work, but itʼs work that pays off in informed readers. I hope that readers have enjoyed reading my articles as much as Iʼve enjoyed writing them. I know some folks even read our e-newspaper online before it appears in print, often days before it shows up on drive-

ways. That means people, often local public officials, want to read our reporting. Again, good news.

M y hat goes off to the municipal clerks, who have gone out of their way to assist my efforts to shine a light on public documents—documents that residents deserve to view and consider when thousands, often hundreds of thousands, and millions of taxpayer dollars are being expended. Your mutual efforts to be transparent and non-partisan were recognized and appreciated. Recently, a bipartisan group of state legislators has attempted t o propose legislation (now before Gov. Phil Murphy) that effectively guts the Open Public Records Act. I hope Murphy does not sign it and cooler heads

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delighted with the eventʼs turnout.

“There were lots of adults here today, but this is really about the children.”

Principal Mazzini loves the act that the Demarest 5K brings the community together. “This is a very special event where the goals re health and building community spirit.”

Title sponsor for the 5K this year was Haworth Country Club and the Principalʼs Challenge Title sponsor was Next Level Camps and the Honor Roll Sponsors was the Korean Demarest Parents Association.

Bronze sponsors included Screen Mobil of Demarest, Ramapo Day Camp, Bergen Orthodontics, Danbe Dental, Professional Physical Therapy, and World Insurance.

The Fun run was sponsored by FireShaper, Go Fish Co. and Vikings Futbol Club,

The Fieldhouse, Englewood Health, Orange and Rockland Electric Company, and LP Professional Tennis.

The Demarest 5K began 35 years ago as a small PTO fundraising event for the community. As the years progressed, the 5K grew and started acquiring larger spon-

sors and becoming a more significant fundraiser for the PTO. In Bergen County and beyond, and this year there were over 600 registered runners.

All proceeds from the race go toward the three Demarest schools for athletic and academic equipment and programs. Sponsors have helped fund extensive athletic and academic programs in the Demarest Schools, such as gym equipment, playground equipment, yoga program, cutting edge technology acquisitions, TV studio equipment, courtyard work on the nature area for outdoor class projects and special academic programs in performance arts, science, art, music and history.

The Principalʼs Challenge

In conjunction with the 5K, there is The Principalʼs Challenge, a seven-week gradual training program that is run at each of the Demarest elementary schools leading up to the 5K. Demarest

school children (K-8) participate and run weekly with their principal and coaches to build healthy habits, stamina, and sportsmanship.

Lastly, they participate in the 5K event with their community along with their school principals.

This year, the Principalʼs Challenge program ran from the week of March 26 to May 15 and included over 170 students. Students in the Principalʼs Challenge get customized T-shirts; the program has its own sponsors, both individual and corporate.

Beyond raising money, The Principalʼs Challenge helps to create a stronger bond between the 5K race event and the community.

Together, the Principalʼs Challenge and the Health Fair allow sponsors to reach over 1,000 students, families, teachers and business administrators in the community.

The Bergen County-based Dame Elizabeth Cadbury Chapter of the Daughters of the British Empire in the U.S. recently held a donation drive to benefit a local chapter of the national non-profit I Support the Girls.”

Chapter members led a drive for undergarments, socks and feminine products that ultimately benefitted the Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless. Items were distributed at their Motherʼs Day event.

More than 5,000 feminine

products and more than 400 undergarments were collected in this first time effort by the ladies. Chartered in 2023, the Dame Elizabeth Cadbury Chapter hosts meetings in the evenings, and virtually. Founded in 1920, the DBE is an American society of women who share British & Commonwealth of Nations heritage, care for seniors, & support local charities.

OIutings and celebrations are hosted throughout the year to foster friendships. Call 201-264-4622 for membership information.

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County kicks off summer movies, concerts in the park

County Executive Jim Tedesco, the Board of County Commissioners, and the County Parks Department announce the return of the Bergen County Movies and Music in the Park Summer Series.

The series will feature 24 events at four locations across Bergen County beginning on July 10. All concerts and movies are free and open to the public.

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets

for viewing.

Five of the summer concerts will be held, in partnership with the Borough of North Arlington, at The Stage at Riverside County Park–South, the countyʼs newest community performance space.

“We are thrilled to bring back the Movies and Music in the Park Summer Series, offering our community a chance to enjoy free summer entertainment in our county park system,” said Tedesco.

PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS IN JUNE

• June 3 at 1 p.m.:Looking to downsize your home? Join Realtors and home stagers with over 30 years of experience to find out how. Register.

• June 6, 10, 13, 20 from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.: Michiko Tomioka, registered dietitian, presents a nutrition series. (The first class is also offered June 10 at 1 p.m.) Learn the basics of nutrition, the benefits of plantbased meals, mindful eating,

along with small food samplings. Registration required.

• June 12 from 5 to 7 p.m.: Stop by the library for a pet adoption meet and greet with the Bergen County Animal Shelter & Adoption Center. No adoptions at the event; you will be able to fill out an application.

To register and view all Demarest Public Library events visit demarestlibrary.org/calendar or call (201) 768-8714

“The

new amphitheater is the perfect place to enjoy a summer concert and demonstrates our continued commitment to enhance our park system…”

He added, “This year, weʼre especially excited to host our firstever movie nights at Pascack Brook County Park, enhancing our summer tradition with new venues and experiences.”

Commissioner Steven Tanelli said, “We are excited to welcome back movies and concerts in the park this summer, which promises to be our best yet with a diverse l ineup of performances across multiple venues.”

He said, “I am especially excited about the events scheduled for the second time at Riverside County Park–South, which is hosted in collaboration with the Borough of North Arlington.The new amphitheater is the perfect place to enjoy a summer concert and demonstrates our continued commitment to enhance our park system for the benefit of all Bergen County residents.”

For the latest information visit co.bergen.nj.us or follow the Bergen County Parks System on social media

A banner day for OT veteran of WWII Steve Petruzzelli, 99

The Borough of Old Tappan honored Steven Petruzzelli, 99, a resident World War II veteran, at its Memorial Day ceremony on May 27. The borough is kicking off its Hometown Heroes Banner Program, and Petruzzelli was the first to be so honored.

The borough last honored— and thanked—Petruzzelli in 2020, on the happy occasion of his 95th birthday

From that proclamation, read by then-mayor John M. Kramer: PETRUZZELLIWASBORN on July 6, 1925, his father being born in Italy and immigrating to the United States in 1901 at the young age of 17; and WHEREAS, Steven at the age of 18 was drafted into the U.S. Navy and served on a Merchant Marine ship in the South Pacific during WWII; and WHEREAS, after being discharged he took over his father's ice delivery business and upon seeing the invention of refrigeration he sold the business; and WHEREAS, in 1955 Steve started the Modern Carting Corporation and in 1965 became the President of the Association of Trade Waste Removers of the NY Metropolitan Area where he would negotiate the waste carting rates with

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every NYC mayor from Lindsay to Koch until Steve retired in 1986 and sold his business; and W HEREAS, Steve married Gloria in 1948 and had two sons and one daughter, and in 1977 after 29 wonderful years of marriage Gloria passed away; and WHEREAS, while Steve was visiting Gloriaʼs gravesite, he met Bridgitte who was visiting her motherʼs gravesite with her two young sons; and

WHEREAS, In 1978 Steve married Bridgitte, adopted her two sons and in 1979 they moved into their home on Walter Street, THEBOROUGHTHANKEDHIM for his service to our country and extended best wishes for many more happy and healthy years to come.

Borough administrator and registrar Anna Haverilla told Northern Valley Press on May 28 that “We also did a drive-by birthday shout-out since his 95th was during COVID times.”

For information on the banner program visit oldtappan.net

Grow with Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center

In the bustling City of Englewood stands a beacon of early childhood education: the Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center. Nestled on Knickerbocker Road, this institution embodies a commitment to nurturing young minds and fostering holistic development from the very start.

Nurturing Young Minds: A Holistic Approach

At the heart of the Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center lies its dedication to providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Guided by a comprehensive mission and vision, the center sets high standards for itself and its students, striving to create an atmosphere of collaboration, respect, and trust.

Tailored Programs for Every Stage

The centerʼs program offerings cater to children at various stages of early development. From the play-based pre-K curriculum to the multi-sensory approach in kindergarten, every aspect of the curriculum is thoughtfully designed to meet the unique needs of young learners.

With a focus on developmentally appropriate practices, children are empowered to explore, discover, and grow in a supportive setting.

A Community of Support

The Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center understands the importance of community involvement in a childʼs educational journey. Through partnerships with families and the broader Englewood community, the center creates opportunities for engagement and collaboration. From free courtesy busing to

income-based meal programs, every effort is made to ensure that all children have access to quality education and essential resources.

Looking to the Future

As the center embraces open enrollment for Englewood resi-

dents, it reaffirms its commitment to providing a high-quality early childhood education for all. With a focus on continuous improvement and reflective practice, the Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center remains dedicated to preparing young learners for success in school and beyond.

For More Information

For families eager to embark on this journey of early learning excellence, the Office of Registrar is ready to assist. Contact Community & Parent Involvement Specialist Zulema Peñ a-Cordova, to learn more about enrollment

opportunities, program details, and the transformative experience awaiting your child. Donʼt miss out on the chance to give your child the gift of a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Enroll today at the Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center.

Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center Office of the Registrar (201) 862-6212 registrar@epsd.org, epsd.org, 274 Knickerbocker Road, Englewood

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AHA athletes, dancers sign with college teams

Varsity basketball ace Samantha Serrano, Bergen County Rowing Academy standout Trinity Savage, and world class d ance champions Karis Cho, Alexandra Nicholas, and Gianna Pasquale just told the Academy of the Holy Angels where they will be playing/dancing during their college years.

At their high-energy May 9 signing ceremony, Varsity Dance C o-Captain Karis Cho signed w ith Penn State, Alexandra

Nicholas signed with Georgia Tech, Gianna Pasquale and Trinity Savage signed with Sacred Heart, and Sam Serrano signed with Florida Southwestern.

S avage said her biggest accomplishment as a crew team member was securing a Division 1 offer after only participating in her sport for a few months. Just a few days before her signing, she received second place honors at the Philadelphia Rowing Association's City Championship.

Serrano made AHAʼs record books on Jan. 2, when she scored her 1,000th career point. She was subsequently named First Team All-County, and was invited to play in the Bergen/Passaic All Star Game on March 23. She also played in the North/South Senior Game at Rutgers Prep.

A thletic Director Jessica Hogan and Head Dance Coach Jenny Sweet organized the wella ttended signing, which drew coaches, faculty, staff, and plenty

of friends.

Founded by the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1879, the

Samantha Serrano and Basketball Coach Susan Liddy celebrate on Signing Day. Sam will playbasketball for Florida Southwestern.

Academy of the Holy Angels is the oldest private girlsʼschool in Bergen County.

While AHA is steeped in Catholic tradition, this prestigious school serves young women from many cultural and r eligious backgrounds. AHAʼs current leaders continue to further the SSND mission to provide each student with the tools she needs to reach the fullness of her potential.

Alexandra Nicholas, varsity co-captain Karis Cho, and Gianna Pasquale sign to dance for Georgia Tech, Penn State, and Sacred Heart, respectively. Looking on are head coach Jenny Sweet (left) and JV coach Alyssa Aponte Mecca (AHA '12).

Trinity Savage signs with the Sacred Heart Crew Team.

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Patients trust the Vein Center of Oradell

There are vein specialists, and there are vascular surgeons. Luckily for his patients, James W. Geuder, M.D., is both. Dr. Geuder is a board-certified vascular surgeon specializing in varicose veins, venous disorders, spider vein treatment, and circulation disorders. He has practiced vascular surgery in Bergen County for 25 years.

Dr. Geuder is an attending surgeon at Hackensack University Medical Center and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has been consistently selected as a “Top Doctor” by Castle Connolly, a “Best Doctor” by New York Magazine, and a Patients Choice and Most Compassionate Doctor by P atientsChoice.com.

When you call the Vein Center of Oradell, a professional will always answer your call and be

Most vein procedures can be performed in the office and with local anesthesia, if necessary. Dr. Geuder also treats patients at Hackensack University Medical Center and outpatient surgery centers if anesthesia or more involved procedures are necessary.

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An important role as your doctor is to educate you about your condition and treatment options. It is important to understand what is wrong and what should be done.

cose veins in spite of their discomfort and appearance,” said Dr. Geuder. “The thought of vein stripping, anesthesia and recovery may seem worse than the problem. Thanks to modern, noninvasive treatments – such as laser or VNUS closure – that is no longer the case. Patients have their treatments in the office under local anesthesia and return to normal activity afterward. It is very gratifying to see patientsʼ

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DR. KAPLAN: Six steps toward improving memory and focus

The first step to improving your memory and focus is to make sure that your diet is conducive to the overall health and functioning. Avoid sugar. Take your diet into your own hands and start cooking your own food. Avoid processed foods, natural or artificial flavors, food dyes, fast food, junk food, and pretty much any food in boxes, bags, or cans.

The next step to improving memory and focus is to avoid sitting. Many doctors call sitting the new smoking. Never sit for more than 20 minutes straight. Every 20 minutes, stand up for at least 20 seconds, walk 20 feet, and look at something 20 feet away.

So take that 20 second stretch or movement break, and then return to what you were doing.

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The last step to improve your memory and focus with a process called neuroplasticity. Do not let anyone ever tell you that your memory just gets worse with age, or your memory decline is typical as you get older. No, you just have to work harder as you get older.

Maybe you need a brain bootcamp of functional neurology exercises. At my NYC and Emerson offices, we do brain exercises to help improve your memory and focus.

I want to bring functional neurology to everyone! We are happy to invite you to come in for a $21 BRAIN EXAM (Normally $500) for any new patient! This limited time offer includes a one-on-one meeting with diagnostics tests where we can interpret which areas of the brain need therapy. We can start building a plan to promote new neural pathways, which can improve many aspects of your life!

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As a bonus, for the first seven people to respond, we will let you attend the next seminar at no charge. Feel free to bring friends and family because we would love to talk to you about this unique and revolutionary approach to healthcare, and add you to our healthy family.

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To the thousands of clients who have used our services, may we offer our sincere thanks for your trust and your friendship.

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Smile More Dentistry: With our dental implants, now you can eat with confidence

By Dr. Mariliza LaCap

Letʼs talk about dental implants and how they can bring back your confidence in smiling and eating without worries. No more moving dentures or embarrassing moments when sticky food causes them to come off.

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Investing in yourself is always a smart decision, and dental implants are a perfect example. Not only do they improve your

CRESSKILL

Aluminum can tabs sought

The Cresskill Womanʼs Club is collecting aluminum tabs for Ronald McDonald House. Before you recycle your beer and soda cans, please remove the aluminum tabs and bring them to the Cresskill Senior Center, 38 Spring St. (Thereʼs a donation box outsude for the purpose.) Thank you for your support!

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themselves are worth it,” Mickenna said.

Her song discusses different reasons behind substance misuse, including family issues and depression. “As someone who has heard stories about drugs at parties and experienced the difficulties of life, I too related to the broad topic of my song,” she said.

The competition was supported by the New Jersey Broadcasters Association (NJBA) and 95.9 WRAT. The 22 finalistsʼsongs were broadcast on 95.9 during a virtual concert featuring the Creative Services Director of WRAT, Jimmy Steal. The winners were selected by an esteemed panel of judges and announced live at the concertʼs conclusion.

Among the finalists was Luke Mande, a Saddle River Day School freshman.

Mickenna said, “Being announced as one of the winners in this competition really means so much to me. Preventing the use of drugs is definitely a cause I support. Also, writing this song from my own perspective and having won the popular vote with my words is a dream I

never thought would come to life.”

“Mickenna song powerfully encapsulates the essence of our mission,” said Angelo Valente, executive director of PDFNJ. “Her ability to articulate such a compelling message through music significantly contributes to our ongoing efforts to inspire youth to lead drug-free lives.”

The news dovetails with principal Bruce Sabatiniʼs congratulations of Mickenna and fellow students Suhani Advani and Hannah Cohen for being accepted into the New Jersey All State Chorus

Best known for its statewide substance use prevention advertising campaign, the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey is a private not-for-profit coalition of professionals from the communications,

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corporate and government communities whose collective mission is to reduce demand for illicit drugs in New Jersey through media communication. To date, more than $200 million in broadcast time and print space has been donated to the Partnershipʼs New Jersey campaign, making it the largest public service advertising campaign in New Jerseyʼs history. Since its inception, the Partnership has garnered 226 advertising and public relations awards from national, regional and statewide media organizations.

DR. BEN GOLUB JOINS GOLUB FAMILY DENTISTRY

Dr. Ben Golub and Golub Adult Dentistry have joined the family practice, bringing expertise in adult dentistry to Bergen County and environs. Ben completed his Doctorate of Medical Dentistry at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Mass. in 2020.

He pursued additional education in general dentistry and oral and maxillofacial surgery at Weill Cornell Medical Center and Rutgers University Hospital.

With advanced training in surgical and restorative dentistry, “Dr. Ben” offers a comprehensive range of services, from routine dental care to complex prosthetic solutions such as crowns, veneers, and implants. His approach emphasizes patient comfort and personalized care, ensuring a positive experience for each individ-

ual.

Beyond dentistry, Golub is an avid nature enthusiast who enjoys hiking and fishing, reflecting his commitment to wellness and balance, which he extends to patient care.

Golub prioritizes creating a warm, welcoming environment where patients feel like part of the dental family. His friendly demeanor and genuine care help alleviate dental anxieties, fostering a comfortable atmosphere for all.

To schedule your first appointment with Dr. Ben Golub, call (201) 722-0220. He is available to see patients at both the Fort

Lee and Westwood locations, with extended office hours for convenience.

For over 33 years, the family practice has been dedicated to providing exceptional dental care to the community. Dr. Benʼs addition marks an exciting new chapter, enhancing the practiceʼs commitment to patient-centered dentistry.

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Fort Lee and Westwood (201) 543-9741

The Leonia Vigil for Peace and Justice proudly stands with New Jersey Peace Action in honor of and in memory of our founder Ellie Spiegel. We stand in solidarity with the people of Gaza in calling for an immediate and permanent Ceasefire. Join us every Sunday from 4-4:30PM at the corner of Broad Avenue and Fort Lee Road.

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Schneberger said.

She added, “This program has developed a sterling reputation, and students share their experiences with others, making it very attractive to academically minded students. In our spare time, we visit cultural attractions and have a lot of fun, too!”

Schneberger said, “Oxford is arguably the best university in the world, and our students get the chance to experience university life there for a short time. They live in the dorms and attend college-level classes, which gives them an introduction to college life in the very best of circumstances.”

This yearʼs journey included various side trips, including a literary excursion to London to visit the Globe Theater and Westminster Abbey, where Angels spent time in Poetʼs Corner.

Participants included Alessandra Boncaldo of Stony Point, New York; Cara Boyce ad Sienna Pacione of Old Tappan; Michele Carabuena of HoHo-Kus; Annika Castillo, Amalia Ferolie, Elise Kim, and Norah Park of Cresskill; Elizabeth Choe of Nutley; Lily Cossio and Madeline Poblete of Tenafly; Sienna Morreale of Edgewater; Shannon Oliver of Upper Saddle River; Chloe Rodriguez of Leonia; Gabrielle Ross of Teaneck; Rachel Stan-

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bury of Hillsdale; Isabella Wisniewski of Paramus; and Jiyoon “Christine” Yeo of Closter.

Chaperones included Schneberger, her husband William Schneberger, and AHA Social Studies Department Chair Gail Fair.

Alessandra Boncaldo, who particularly enjoys the sciences, found a new interest at Oxford. “The classes on critical thinking and public speaking were both fascinating, and they led me to become interested in philosophy,” Boncaldo said. “It was a wonderful experience, and I highly recommend it.”

Boncaldo also noted, “The Oxford Study Abroad Program was one of the most life-changingtrips I have ever been on,” “Exploring Oxford was amazing, especially because of the beautiful architecture.”

Gabrielle Ross added, “My time at Oxford felt like an unreal experience because this was my first time on another continent and traveling without my family When I walked into the entrance of the university, I was amazed by how beautiful the architecture was. I had a won-

d erful time visiting Christ Church, Radcliffe Camera, Sheldonian Theatre, and other historical sights. I learned a lot during my critical thinking and public speaking classes, and I had fun exploring the streets of Oxford during lunch with my friends. Overall, I felt ecstatic that I was able to have this opportunity to go and learn. I had a wonderful time.”

Schneberger wrote the curriculum for this bespoke critical thinking course when she was serving as chair of the AHA English Department. The unique program, which is offered at Pembroke College, has been available since 2018, with a brief interruption at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

I nstructors Matthew Bradley and Joseph Ward, both of whom are completing their doctoral studies at Oxford, led the Angels in Socratic Seminars. These sessions focused on how epistemic injustice relates to social power. Angels log 17.5 class hours in critical thinking, and eight hours in public speaking.

Schnebergerʼs rigorous curriculum incorporates growth mindset concepts and intersects with the Academyʼs philosophy of transforming individuals through education. Students focus on deep, philosophical thoughts in one of the most prestigious universities in the world, and explore another culture while learning more about

themselves and the world.

As they delve into their cross-curricular studies, Angels b ecome more careful consumers of information, think critically and analytically; and become empowered to speak confidently about their ideas with support from texts and established philosophical systems.

Participants return home with a greater willingness to embrace challenges, and engage in discussions with increased confidence.

Founded by the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1879, the Academy of the Holy Angels is the oldest private girlsʼschool in Bergen County.

—Jennifer Crusco is public relations mana g er at The Academy of the Holy Angels

AHA student Norah Park of Cresskill has the floor at Oxford, in a program AHA established with Oxbridge Academic Programs

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Tenafly student lauded on mental health awareness push

SACHIN, AJUNIOR at Tenafly High School, has been making waves in the community and beyond with his remarkable efforts towards teen mental health awareness. His dedication and creativity have earned him recognition in various prestigious competitions and have impacted teens in a meaningful way.

Sachinʼs journey began with the establishment of an international organization aimed at destigmatiz-

ing mental health issues among disadvantaged teenagers. Through this initiative, he has spearheaded numerous projects and collaborations that have garnered widespread acclaim.

One of Sachinʼs notable achievements includes winning the Scholastic Art Award and Black and White Art Competition for his compelling artwork, including a poignant mental health awareness sculpture. His talent and dedication

Sachin, a junior at THS, has extended his support internationally, in the Dominican R epublic and Argentina. Courtesy photo.

were further recognized when he clinched the first place at the esteemed international art competition, Listening to Your Inner VoiceEugene Award.

Beyondhis artistic endeavors, Sachin has been actively involved in community advocacy. He passionately advocated for the establishment

of a mental health library in Sunnyside Park before the Tenafly Council, demonstrating his commitment to making mental health resources more accessible to the community.

Moreover, Sachin has extended his support internationally by collecting mental health resources for the Dominican Republic and having mental health presentations in Argentina.

In a heartwarming display of compassion, Sachin has also collaborated with foster children participating in the Bridge House Campaign.

Through art events and mentorship, he has provided a platform for these children to express themselves creatively while raising awareness for their cause. The artwork created by foster children will be showcased and sold at an upcoming gala, further contributing to the Bridge House Campaignʼs mission of building homes for youth who have aged out of the foster system.

To learn more about Sachinʼs organization, Remindful, and his impactful work, visit Remindful.io.

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lived in Tenafly 1868–1887.

Stanton is often most well remembered for being the main force behind the 1848 Seneca Falls Convention, the first convention to be called for the sole purpose of discussing womenʼs rights, and as the primary author of the 1848 Declaration of Sentiments, which demanded that women receive “immediate admission to all the rights and privileges which belong to them as citizens of these United States.”

Stanton continued to fight for womenʼs rights, most importantly the right to vote, for the rest of her life. Her 19 years in Tenafly, from 1868-1887, were some among her most active. It was during these years when she, along with close friend and fellow womenʼs rights advocate Susan B. Anthony, fought for the inclusion of women in the 14th and 15th amendments, launched a national newspaper to promote womenʼs rights, travelled across the country on lecturing tours, and wrote the first major history of the womenʼs rights movement.

Notably, it was from Tenafly that Stanton and Anthony worked incessantly for womenʼs causes by writing, organizing, speaking, and traveling—often departing and returning from the Tenafly train station.

Following the ribbon cutting and dedication, the Tenafly Historic Preservation Commission offered a free walking tour focusing on Elizabeth Cady Stanton and her time in Tenafly Jenkins is a resident of

The Tenafly Railroad Station: The restored station is listed in National and State Registers of Historic Places, and Historic American Buildings Survey Inventory. Today, it serves as a restaurant cafe. April 18, 2008, Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park.

Greenwich, Conn., where for 30 years she has served as a municipal legislator. She co-authored “33 Things Every Girl Should Know about Womenʼs History” and produced the television documentary, “An American Revolution: Women Take Their Place.”

Her 2009 testimony before the U.S. Senate contributed to the passage of federal legislation creating a national trail of historic sites, coordinated by Womenʼs Rights National Historical Park, known as The National Votes for Women Trail.

For many years she has was vice president of MonumentalWomen.org , a nonprofit dedicated to breaking the bronze ceiling over New York Cityʼs Central Park by erecting the first statue of real women — Elizabeth cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony and Sojourner Truth in recognition of the centennial of the 19th Amendment of the U. S. Constitution.

Left: Elizabeth Cady Stanton (seated) and Susan B. Anthony; Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. (neg. no. LC USZ 62 37938). Right: Coline Jenkins, the great-great-granddaughter of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and the co-founder and president of the Elizabeth Cady Stanton Trust.

MonumentalWomen.org says.

“Jenkins comes from a long line of women activists. In addition to her great, great grandmother Elizabeth Cady Stanton, her great grandmother Harriot Stanton

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Blatch, worked as a major organizer of New York State women suffrage during the Militant Period, 1913–1915.

“Jenkinsʼmother was born one month prior to the passage of t he 19th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution in 1920. Jenkins grew up in an atmosphere of suffrage and womenʼs right campaigning. She firmly believes equality is attainable.”

Tenafly committed to preseving local history

According to the town website, in 1990, the Planning Board and mayor and council approved the recommendation of the Historic Preservation Commission to designate local historic sites, thereby incorporating the recommendation into the local zoning code.

Eight sites were designated in 1995 and an additional site was added in 2002 after review and public hearings:

•Christie Parsels House, 195 Jefferson Avenue.

• Cotswold Mansion, Carriage House and Entrance Gate, 1 Byrne Lane, 40 Inness Road

•Demarest-Lyle House, 91 West Clinton Avenue

•Elizabeth Cady Stanton House, 135 Highwood Avenue

• The Palisades, Hudson River

•Roelof Westervelt House, 81 Westervelt Avenue

•Sickles-Melbourne House, 48 Knoll Road

•Tenafly Railroad Station, Town Center

•Theodore Roosevelt Monument, Roosevelt Common

To preserve the architectural and historic significance of streetscapes, the Mayor and Council, at the recommendation of the Historic Preservation Commission, designated Atwoodʼs Highwood Park and Magnolia Avenue as residential historic districts.

Atwoodʼs Highwood Park District was designated by the Borough in 1997 as the first residential historic district. It encompasses parts of Engle Street, Serpentine Road, Valley Place, Linden Street and Huyler Avenue and is southeast of the Atwood Railroad Station, the Boroughʼs signature landmark. The District has seven homes associated with Daniel Topping Atwoodʼs work as well as Victorian gems designed by others.

The Magnolia Avenue Historic District, designated in 2000, encompasses both sides of Magnolia Avenue between Hillside Avenue on the south and Highwood Avenue on the north. Magnolia Avenueʼs homes, built between 1880 and 1930, contain an excellent collection of Victorian and Period architecture. Local lawyer Ashbel Green originally developed the area to attract middle class and wealthy New Yorkers to the Borough, only recently made accessible by train.

The neighborhood is characterized by deep setbacks, two and one-half story heights, open porches and mature trees.

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or in-person at the Bergen County Board of Elections office. For a list of drop box locations in Bergen County, check c o.bergen.nj.us/board-ofelections/ballot-dropbox-locations Mail-in ballots may not be

dropped off at polling locations.

The League encourages voters to return the mail-in ballot as soon as possible. The postagepaid ballot must be postmarked by 8 p.m. on Election Day, June 4, and received by the Bergen County Board of Elections by June 10.

The ballot may also be brought in person to the Bergen Countyʼs Board of Elections Office or to a secure ballot drop box location before polls close on

Election Day.

For your convenience, you can track your ballot at n j.gov/state/elections/vote-track-myballot.shtml

VOTE411

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candidatesʼpositions, and identify your polling location.

To learn about candidate debates and forums taking place in your municipality, including events moderated by the League of Women Voters, check regularly VOTE.411 for updates.

To obtain additional information about the June primary, visit the League of Women Voters of New Jersey at lwvnj.org/vote and VOTE411.org

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of Northern Valley services 29 municipalities in Bergen County: Alpine, Bergenfield, Cliffside Park, Closter, Cresskill, Demarest, Dumont, Edgewater, Emerson, Englewood, Englewood Cliffs, Fort Lee, Hackensack, Harrington Park, Haworth, Hillsdale, Leonia, Montvale, New Milford, Northvale, Norwood, Old Tappan, Park Ridge, River Vale, Rockleigh, Tenafly, Washington Township, Westwood, and Woodcliff Lake.

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PART-TIME SENIOR VAN DRIVER – BOROUGH OF WESTWOOD - Must possess a valid New Jersey Driver’s License and have the ability to operate wheelchair lift equipment after completing the required training video: Wheelchair Lift and Securement. Must be able to work harmoniously, cooperatively, and courteously with Senior and Disabled passengers at all times and be able to maintain a calm manner in stressful and emergency situations. Hours required are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., one to two days a week with occasional hours for special events. Geography and community knowledge of the local area, including Hillsdale, Emerson, Westwood, River Vale, Township of Washington, etc. required as well as ability to follow GPS, maps and written directions. Candidate must possess effective time management, planning and organizational skills. The Borough reserves the right to review resumes and conduct interviews as they are received. Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume via email to Gary Buchheister at gbuchheister@westwoodnj.gov on or before June 14, 2024 by 4pm. Resumes to be mailed should be sent to Gary Buchheister, Recreation Director, 55 Jefferson Avenue, Westwood NJ 07675. Westwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

P/T Secretarial, Good filling skills a must, $25 per hour Hillsdale. Call 201-615-9316. H

Sr. Product & Service Development Engineer for BMW of North America, LLC in Woodcliff Lake, NJ to perform work that is essential to the successful and efficient operation of the technology between the US and Germany for BMW of North America. Requires: Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engg, Mechanical Engg, Business Info Sys., or related scientific field (willing to accept forgn edu equiv.) + 5 yrs’exp in Sr Product & Service Development Engineer or related occupation (engineering-related project management or personnel supervision experience). Or, alternatively: a Master’s + 3 yrs’ exp. Email resume to karen.cochran@ bmwsharedservices.com.

Reference Position Number: 2400007H.

P/T BookkeeperNorwood, weekdays on premises.15-20 hr/wk flexible. Exp. in Quickbook/Excel.Call Sandy (201) 726-2426.

for busy

in Westwood. Call Colleen at (201) 664-4663.

Falasca’s Friendly Service in Hillsdale is seeking P/T Mechanic Exp. Preferred, motivated, Tires, Oil Changes & more. Call Carl or Rich at 201-666-1414.

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25 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Duties include rental and resale inspections of residential and commercial properties, investigate complaints, open and close all investigations including appearing in court on behalf of the Borough, answer complaints regarding property maintenance, zoning ordinance complaints/inspections, create and maintain all reports. Familiarity with SDL. Must have strong communication, organization and computer skills. Salary per the Borough ordinance. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Durene Ayer Borough of Westwood Administrator, via email to dayer@westwoodnj.gov on or before June 14, 2024 by 4pm. Resumes to be mailed should be sent to Durene Ayer, Borough Administrator, 101 Washington Avenue, Westwood NJ 07675. Equal Opportunity Employer.

2020 GMC Canyon Denali - 69k miles, has Zurich 100k warrantee, $28,000. Excellent condition. Call 201-6159316.

filing cabinets, some 3 feet wide, some 18 inches wide; 3 feet

F-350 - 4x4 Mason Dump with plow hook up, Diesel, runs good, 85k miles. Must see. $8000. Call 201615-9316.

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b y keeping the taxpayers informed and aware of government spending and decisions. To our readers, I may ask

you to indulge me for a moment as I approach my soap box. You may not know how truly lucky you are to have a hometown weekly print newspaper—staffed by a dedicated editor and enthusiastic reporter —that covers the Pascack Valley. Read your weekly newspaper, visit our website to read and

s earch out prior articles, and keep informed on your own. Many communities donʼt have a weekly newspaper or website to turn to for reliable, wellresearched, and timely news coverage. You donʼt know how lucky y ou are. Journalism—often referred to as a first draft of history—is in a perilous state, and

needs your support and engagement. I wish my fellow journalists, John and Megan, much luck in holding down the fort. All the best ... until we meet again!

Indefatigable reporter Michael Olohan can be reachedat miket.olohan@gmail.com. His useful questions and trenchant observations just might reappear around election time…

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