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VOLUME 28 ISSUE 11

Doing her share

MAY 27, 2024

YOUNG FALCONS TEAR IT UP

Township tops at tough Spring Fever Tournament

BOROUGH

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

Following a recent police encounter with individuals bowhunting on municipal land off of Summit Avenue, local officials have introduced changes to an ordinance on May 9 that prohibits discharging firearms and hunting in the borough.

The ordinance changes, approved 4-0 on first reading May 9, are needed, said Borough Administrator Joseph Voytus, because officials found out that some parts of the existing ordinance on hunting and discharging

See BOROUGH on page 54

NEXT TO FUND A BROOK FLYBY

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

MONTVALE

Hunter triggers legal questions; public hearing May 28

HILLSDALE Township of Washington, River Vale, and Westwood have turned up useful data vs. flooding

IHA junior Carmella Madlinger raises funds, collcts supplies, for New Hope Pregnancy Resource Center.

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Front to back, left to right: Rosalia Reboiro, Daniela DeFina, Charlie Macer, Frankie Galiotti, Tessa LoRusso, Faith Egbert, Stella Cusato, Jordana Nabhani, Myla Ercolino, Nora Yaremko, Shyla Shah, and Nicole Breuninger; and coaches Sean Macer, Linda LoRusso, Dana Egbert, Ray Nabhani, and Andrea McNamara.

Lori DeFina photo ASHINGTON Townshipʼs third- and fourth-grade Tournament Team won the Park Ridge Spring Fever Tournament on Sunday, May 19 after defeating host Park Ridge, 8-3, at Colony Field in Park Ridge.

The Falcons were the No. 1 seed in the tournament, based on their stellar play in the recreation season in the Kinderkamack Softball League.

The girls opened the tournament defeating Montvale, 14-2, in their first game. OF

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Francesca Galiotti and 1B Shyla Shah both had three RBI in the big win. Shortstop Faith Egbert had a two RBI, single in the first inning, as Township opened the scoring. Starting pitcher Jordana Nabhani pitched two shutout

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The Borough Council on May 14 approved funding for a drone study of Pascack Brook that will make Hillsdale the fourth Pascack Valley town to undertake such an aerial study, following Washington Township, Westwood, and River Vale.

The vote to okay funding was 4-0, with council president John Escobar and councilwoman Janetta Trochimiuk absent.

Councilors approved $8,500 for the drone study, which will start soon and be conducted by Boswell Engineering.

Washington Township conducted its study in winter 2023, and both Westwood and River Vale conducted studies over the fall/winter months after area trees had shed their leaves, offering clear views of local waterways.

Administrator Borough Michael Ghassali said that Boswell officials had told him though current tree conditions

See HILLSDALE on page 334

B ck in time...

The sixth grade Pascack Lacrosse boys team crushes the 2024 season, outscoring their opponents 182-46.

Kristin Beuscher takes us back to a prewar Memorial Day, when the people of Westwood gathered, just as many of us will on Monday, May 27, in solemn remembrance of those lost.

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To the editor: E are pleased to announce that we are running for Park Ridge Town Council this year. Throughout our time on the council we have always advocated for transparency in local government and reasonable tax cuts to keep Park Ridge affordable.

The events that transpired at Park

Ridgeʼs annual budget hearing this past week have shown that the governing Democratic Party majority makes neither of those goals its priority.

Astoundingly, with little notice, this yearʼs annual municipal budget presentation was moved from its usual 8 p.m. scheduled time to 6 p.m., so that a Park Ridge councilmember and multiple borough professionals could attend a fundraiser held by the Bergen Democratic Partyʼs county chairman later that evening.

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Making attending political dinner parties a priority over transparency in our government contravenes every definition of the words good governance.

More outrageously, the ruling faction of the council stifled debate at the presentation by effectively limiting public questions and comments on the budget to eight minutes. For decades prior, residents were allowed to publicly question any aspect of the 110-page budget as in depth as they chose. When asked to

postpone the budget hearing, so that it could be rescheduled for a time more convenient to our residents, Council President Ferguson and the governing faction refused and proceeded with the budget vote anyway.

While this abject disdain for transparency is troubling, the good news is that the efforts of restoring Park Ridge to fiscal responsibility taken last year by our former Republican majority council have been successful. The employment decisions we made last year and our efforts at increasing non-tax revenues paid dividends as shown in this yearʼs budget. So much so, that through adjustments in the budgetʼs non-

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tax revenues alone, the current council could have easily given Park Ridgeʼs residents a tax cut if they so chose. Such a tax cut this year would not have required any budget cuts or reductions in our surplus. Yet instead, the council presidentʼs governing faction outright refused to entertain any discussion of tax cuts at all and elected to overtax the people of Park Ridge.

The complete lack of transparency and disdain towards tax cuts shown by the Park Ridge Councilʼs Democratic Party majority this year is the exact opposite of the “good governance” that the new majority promised in January. If elected to the council this year, we promise to always promote transparency in government and to continue to pursue our long-standing goal of keeping Park Ridge affordable for all our residents.

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Reporter’s notebook: Michael Olohan on a heck of a run

PASCACK VALLEY

ʼM A LONG-TIME municipal reporter in the Pascack and Northern 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 Pascack and Northern 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 publishing, 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 Pascack Press/Northern Valley 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 Sept. 18, 2017—concerned a nonbinding referendum on affordable housing, an issue that continues to dominate headlines, and rankle residents and public officials.

Every Pascack and Northern valley town dealt with the impacts of affordable housing, and we covered most of them, and now round 4 for affordable obligations approaches this July.

Headlined “Voters to have say; four towns approve non-binding referendum on affordable housing,” my article explored a referendum question sponsored by then-Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi (R-39), which appeared on November ballots in Park Ridge, River Vale, Hillsdale, and Dumont.

Little did I know then but I would write many, many dozens

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.

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The Pascack 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.

of articles on affordable housing in the next almost seven years.

In fact, 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 Pascack Press/Northern Valley 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.

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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.]

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Knights’ summer food drive June 8 Collecting non-perishable food items and personal hygiene products to support local food pantries and assist those in need.

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The Knights of Columbus Mother Seton Council #5427 is gearing up for its annual Summer Food Drive, set to take place on Saturday, June 8. This event aims to collect nonperishable food items and personal hygiene products to support local food pantries and assist those in need.

Residents are encouraged to participate by placing bagged donations at their front doors before 10 a.m. on the day of the drive. Volunteers from the Knights of Columbus will then collect the parcels from each residence. A food drive notice will be mailed to all households, and a prominent announcement will be featured in an upcoming issue of the Pascack Press, the eventʼs newspaper co-sponsor.

The drive seeks a wide range of non-perishable food items, including powdered milk, cereals, canned goods

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A memorial service at the grave of Civil War veteran Dr. Benjamin F. Smith, in the Old Hook section of Westwood Cemetery, May 30, 1941. We wonder whether any of the children are still around today.

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Marking Memorial Day on eve of U.S. entry into WWII

BY KRISTIN BEUSCHER SPECIAL TO PASCACK PRESS

PASCACK VALLEY

HIS WEEK WE go back to a past Memorial Day, when the people of Westwood gathered, just as we will on Monday, May 27 in solemn remembrance of those lost. The photos on this page were snapped May 30, 1941.

Kristin Beuscher is president of the Pascack Historical Society, 19 Ridge Ave., Park Ridge.

For more information call (201) 573-0307 or visit

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This was the final Memorial Day before America became involved in World War II. That December, the Japanese would bomb Pearl Harbor, and the U.S. would declare war on Japan. A few days later, Germany and Italy would declare war on America. Many young people from the Pascack Valley would head overseas to join the fight, and some would never return. Indeed, just over the horizon lay great change—both glory and tragedy, both victory and loss.

In spring 1941, however, Memorial Day,

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or Decoration Day as it was still known to some of the older folks, conjured up images of the heroes of World War I and even the Civil War. Just as the number of World War II veterans in our midst dwindles by the day (less than 1 percent of the 16.4 million who served are alive today), Pascack Valley residents of the 1930s witnessed the same hap-

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pen with the men who had served with the 22nd New Jersey Infantry Regiment back in 1862.

At one time, local Memorial Day events had brought out a strong showing from Civil War vets, who were members of a Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) post based in See BIT on page 114

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firearms—codified in Chapter 200—could not be used to charge individuals found to be hunting on borough-owned land.

The individuals charged in the incident were hunting for deer on a 28-acre property at 127 Summit Ave. in late January 2024, Voytus said. That land was then owned by Montvale and was recently sold to Veolia North America, which plans to construct two water towers there to increase town-wide water pressure.

Voytus said the proposed changes should make the ordinance more enforceable by local police. The ordinance changes were recommended by the state conservation officer, said the revised Ordinance No. 2024-1555.

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ful for any person to hunt or purVoytus said some parts of sue game or wild animals with the ordinance were not enforcefirearms or any other type of able but that the changes being weapon on municipal propmade will be. erty within the Borough Voytus said he was not of Montvale.” reads aware of any similar one ordinance revibow hunting incision. dents previously on Another notes, municipal land.

“Within the corpoOne section of rate limits of the the ordinance not Borough of Montbeing revised states, vale no person or per“Nothing herein consons shall shoot, fire, or tained shall be condischarge any bow-andstrued to extend such prohiarrow(s), crossbow, BB gun, bition to law enforcement offiBowhunter photo via New Jersey Department of spring gun, weapon, revolver, pis- cers or to qualified military perEnvironmental Protection. Arrow gear photo via Deer Crossing tol, gun, rifle, shotgun, air gun, or sonnel while in the legal and firearm of any description which proper pursuit of their duties or to Archery. propels with force a bullet. shot, target practice in and upon a firviduals were out there hunting and charged with certain violations pellet or other projectile [using ing range or site approved by the cartridges, gunpowder, air pres- Chief of Police and governing when they went out and caught due to the ordinanceʼs language.

Wording revisions are state- sure or any other explosive sub- body of the Borough of Montthem, there were certain things in vale.” the ordinance that they couldnʼt recommended, said Voytus. The stance]. charge them with because the revised ordinance notes bracketed ordinance wasnʼt written in a way passages will be deleted and Let us promote your organization. that was enforceable under state underlined words added.

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BOROUGH JUMPS ON ACCESSIBILITY GRANT FOR ITS MOST POPULAR PARK

BY MEGAN KLEPPER OF PASCACK PRESS

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The borough has applied to a Bergen County grant program to increase accessibility at Rosengart Park. The scope of work includes purchasing and installing accessible play systems, swings, slides, climbers, and sensory equipment to increase access for all young residents.

The borough has requested funding through the 2024 Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund Municipal Park Improvement Grant Program to cover some of the costs associated with the proposed project.

This county program provides grant funding to local governments to supplement their efforts to improve municipal open space, parks, and outdoor recreational facilities.

The total cost of the proposed

project is $351,000; there is a 6–12. required 50% cash match for this Council members have program. As such, the borough has expressed support for this applicarequested half of the project costs tion, noting the importance of in grant funding and will provide increasing access at this park for the remaining half in matching children of all ages and abilities. funds.

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District loops council in on plans for $61M referendum

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The local school board president said that if voters donʼt approve both questions in the upcoming $61 million George White Middle School renovation referendum in September, the district will be back soon asking voters to approve funding for renovations or expansion—and most definitely at an increased cost.

At the May 14 council meeting, Superintendent Robert Lombardy and school board president Justin Saxon spoke briefly about the planned fall referendum to renovate the middle school.

Following a referendum defeat in March 2023 in which school officials asked voters to approve an $82.5 million middle school replacement, school officials will pose a two-part referendum question on Sept. 17 requesting voters approve slightly over

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Saxon said, “I think we all know that something needs to be done imminently. I think the thinking of the board is if it doesnʼt pass, weʼre going to have to go right back to a vote and look at what we can do differently.

He said, “We listened to the community, we cut down the cost, we saved George White. There is nothing much more we can do with cost, so we would get right back to the drawing board.”

Average Home Tax Impact: $970.85 Lombardy said the district expects to receive $15 million to $16 million in state aid, which was taken into account when assessing average annual tax impacts of $970.85 on a $475,032 home should voters approve the

referendum. District officials post estimated tax impacts on homes assessed at $300,000 to $600,000 on their referendum web page.

Councilwoman Abby Lundy noted that because the $61 million cost will be bonded over a shorter bond term (20 years, not 30 years) the average annual tax impact would nearly be the same on taxpayers as the original referendum.

Saxon agreed with Lundy.

School officials had learned late last year that a renovation bond issue was state-mandated to have a 20-year bond term versus a 30-year bond term for a new building replacement.

The district conducted an information gathering session in June 2023 following last Marchʼs referendum defeat, and after three subsequent meetings concluded in January 2024, school officials said a public consensus was found for the lowest-cost renovation option of three options presented at the meetings.

The two costlier renovation options, which included moving fifth graders back to their respective elementary schools and building an addition at each school, totaled $65.7 million for Option 1, and $71.2 million for Option 2.

However, officials stressed that most residents attending the three referendum information meetings favored the third option, for $61,258,000, due to increased state aid and the lowest tax impact on residents. Copies of each sessionʼs slide show and YouTube video are posted on the district website for residents to view.

School officials said the special referendum portal will be updated as information becomes available, including the preliminary eligible costs (PEC) letter -

which will offer exact state aid figures on both referendum questions—due from the state education department sometime in July.

Lombardy said a rendering of the middle schoolʼs post-renovation appearance was included on the referendum website recently.

He said district officials are planning public outreach in June and during summer that includes: a future virtual forum, opportunities around town to disseminate informational fliers, district emails and notifications, and regular superintendent updates at board meetings. No future dates or times were made public.

He said a school demographic study conducted in 2022 found that the district could expect 60 new students in the next five years, although that did not account for possible students from a planned 256-unit Patterson Street redevelopment.

He said, however, another demographic study estimated 11 to 17 students from a new Patterson Street multifamily complex.

Lombardy noted that the $61.2 million renovation option did not include any upgrade to the recreation field opposite the middle school. This field will house temporary trailers (classrooms) for 18 months to two years, and require rehabilitation following removal of trailers, he said.

Mayor Michael Sheinfield wanted to know how much cost protection was “built in” to the $61.2 million estimate. Lombardy said architects built in approximately 7% to 9% in

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MONTVALE

Mayor Michael Ghassali notified residents May 17 of his outreach to state officials over a settlement involving a former Montvale business, saying the borough ought to get funds from the settlement to benefit natural resources here.

He has two eligible projects in mind: at DePieroʼs Farm (land soon to be borough property) and Pascack Brook.

Ghassali cheers Gov. Phil Murphy, state Attorney General Matthew Platkin, and New Jersey Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette over a $14 million settlement announced May 16 in the 2019 suit against the Handy & Harman Electronic Materials Corp. and Cycle

sure of several nearby drinking water wells.

The companies did not admit fault in the settlement but did agree to pay the state for the alleged natural resource damages and reimburse expended cleanup and removal costs. Handy & Harman will pay $10.4 million and Cycle Chem will pay $3.5 million, along with an additional $124,400 combined in reimbursement payments.

Ghassali tells Murphy, “Now that the settlement has been finalized, the Borough of Montvale— the most affected community— looks forward to working with your respective offices and departments to ensure that funds are allocated to important environmental projects in Montvale.”

Ghassali says that Montvale “attempted to participate in the recently settled lawsuit in order to ensure that the funds to be paid as

Chem Inc., formerly Perk Chemical Co. “This settlement is a huge win for the state, and for the people of Montvale who have been affected by the natural resource damage caused by these companies. Together, I look forward to helping to restore, repair and preserve Montvaleʼs natural resources with the funds secured as a result of this settlement,” Ghassali says.

The settlement requires the companies pay back the state for using TCE, a hazardous substance linked to cancer, at the Handy & Harman etching and surfacing site on Craig Road. According to Platkin, Cycle Chem supplied and transported the hazardous substance used at the site from approximately 1966 to 1985. This substance and other toxins were discharged on the property, contaminating aquifers. This led to the clo-

part of the settlement were set aside for natural resource damage projects in Montvale, as required by the New Jersey Constitution.”

Article VIII Section II Paragraph 9 of the New Jersey Constitution explains that the immediate area where damage to natural resources occurred is the priority for funding by the state to repair, restore or place the damaged or lost natural resources and permanently protect those resources.

The borough has identified two projects that would satisfy the constitutional criteria, Ghassali says: at DePieroʼs Farm at 156 Summit Ave., which the borough is in the process of acquiring. As this site is directly across the street from the subject property, the funds from the settlement would be used to remediate contamination on the property and potentially preserve this site as farmland and/or open

space.

The second project, he says, addresses the continuous significant erosion in and around the Pascack Brook during heavy rainstorms. Funds would help clean the brook, restore eroded banks, and help acquire property to prevent property damage.

Ghassali writes that this would be a “worthy endeavor that would provide a benefit not only to the residents of Montvale but also to residents of municipalities downstream from Montvale that see the detrimental effects of the trees, boulders and sediment that washes away during heavy rainstorms.”

He invites the officials to visit the borough, tour the eligible local project sites, and talk with residents and staff who will be involved if the projects are pursued.

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BY JON FELZ my husband, R.Z.M. FINE ARTS & who told me ANTIQUES INC. several times it was valuable. As my husband has since passed away, I own it. I would really like to know what it is made of—ivory? How old is it?

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19th century. Your scrimshaw celebrates the famous three-masted whaling ship Joseph Starbuck, destroyed by gale force winds on its second voyage, in 1842, four miles off Nantucket. I own a painting of this ship in that storm: “Battling Natureʼs Fury.” The Joseph Starbuck was a beautiful and valuable ship for that period, built of solid oak and copper-fastened.

The other side of your scrimshaw features an elaborate scene of the deep-water commercial port at Bedford, Mass. Once

tingencies.

“When we are talking about renovating a 102-year-old building, there will likely be elements of that building that nobody can speak to until construction and renovation begins,” said Lombardy, adding more money was built in “to address the unknowns.”

Lombardy said the lower-

The three-masted whaling ship Joseph Starbuck was wrecked by gale force winds on its second voyage, in 1842. the whaling capital of the world, today the port is the largest fishing port in the Northeast.

Typically referring to the artwork created by sailors, scrimshaw is the art of engraving designs onto ivory, bone, walrus tusk and whale tooth. It was an

cost renovation option addresses three criteria voiced by most residents at the feedback sessions, including getting more state aid, reducing the cost, and saving George White Middle School.

He said if the bond referendum receives voter approval, construction will likely commence in fall 2025, with construction scheduled to be completed by

artwork used to help whalers pass the time on long voyages. Life aboard a whaling ship in the 19th century included long stretches of time between whale sightings.

The carving is accomplished by the use of a sail needle or small knife. The carving is then dark-

September 2027. The tax impacts are likely to begin in 2025, officials previously said.

Adds the referendum website, “The new plan will likely cost around $61 million. The district may not know how much state aid will contribute toward that amount until July. The plan is $20 million less than the 2023 plan. It would resolve long-stand-

ened by means of black pigments, such as tobacco juice and black soot.

The detail on your piece is outstanding, both artistically and historically.

Hereʼs what the piece is worth in dollars and cents: Fortunately, as per the Marine Mammal Protection Act, scrimshaw crafted before 1989 is legal. So unlike ivory, which is prohibited for sale, older whale teeth are not prohibited to buy or sell. I estimate the value of your 19th century scrimshaw at $900.

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ing challenges of the middle school, meet student needs for decades, and allow for potential enrollment increases.”

Registered voters can vote in person on Sept. 17 or request a vote-by-mail ballot. Voter registration deadline for the referendum is Aug. 27. See the referendum website for voter information.

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by year the lines grew thinner and thinner. The distances that could be covered by the men, who were tireless in the early ʼ60s of the last century, had to be reduced. This Memorial Day, there will be few of them, and most of them will ride.”

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VFW Post had Memorial Day events well in hand. The World War I veterans who made up its membership rolls had plenty of years left to march in parades— they were mostly in their 40s.

The morning featured in these photographs began with memorial services at the grave of the late Dr. Benjamin F. Smith, a Civil War veteran, in the Westwood Cemetery. Smith, who had died in

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1931, was well-known in the community. He lived on Jefferson Avenue, where he also had a dental practice.

Volunteers from Westwoodʼs VFW and American Legion worked together to decorate the graves of veterans and change the flags of all graves and monuments. A short parade began at Broadway and went up Irvington Street, looped around on Kinderkamack Road, and came down Westwood Avenue to the park.

The procession included borough officials, police, firefighters, VFW and American Legion members

and their auxiliaries, school children, scouts, St. Andrewʼs Bugle and Drum Corps, and others.

In the park, everyone gathered around the bandstand for songs and speeches. It was an interfaith event, with an invocation by the reverend from Grace Episcopal Church and benediction by a rabbi from Temple Emanuel, which was based in Westwood at the time.

The VFW hosted its annual dinner afterward, welcoming as guests a number of active military personnel who were home on furlough.

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Fishing tourney, chamber street fair return June 8 and 9

BY MEGAN KLEPPER OF PASCACK PRESS

MONTVALE

Save the dates! The borough is set to kick off a fantastic summer with two events packing the second weekend of June: the return of the fishing tournament and Montvaleʼs annual street fair.

Fish with a First Responder The boroughʼs annual fishing tournament returns as Fish with a

First Responder on June 8. Originally called the Rich Prado and Ray Woodward Fishing Tournament, Fish with a First Responder invites young residents to spend the morning fishing at Huff Park Pond, 1 Memorial Drive.

From 9 a.m. to noon, members of the Montvale Police Department, Volunteer Fire Department, and Tri-Boro Volunteer Ambulance Corps will welcome and fish with participants. First-timers are welcomed; fishing rods and bait will be provided.

Organizers say the mission of this event is to build trusting and meaningful relationships between young residents and first responders resulting in a safer community for all.

Montvale Chamber of Commerce 12th Annual Street Fair The next day, June 9, the Montvale Chamber of Commerce hosts the 12th Annual Street Fair.

From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Paragon Drive will be lined with vendors, rides, and delicious food. With free

entry, live entertainment and more than 100 vendors, the street fair guarantees a day of fun for all ages and interests.

Merchandise such as jewelry, handbags, sports collectibles, clothing and home decor will be for sale. While parents browse the merchandise, kids can enjoy the Special Kids Traveling Shindig section featuring inflatable kiddie rides, train rides, face painting, sand art, temporary tattoos and games.

Food will be available in two food courts. The first features various food trucks. The second food

court features food from hotdogs, cheesesteaks, and fries to zeppole, Italian ice and specialty ice cream.

This yearʼs fair honors the Montvale Fire Departmentʼs 100 years of dedicated service. In addition, the fair celebrates Daveyʼs Irish Pub and Restaurantʼs 50th anniversary, which will add to the festivities and host a beer garden near the second food court.

The borough invites residents and visitors to join the fun during this eventful weekend and honor the long-standing traditions and services in the community.

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County kicks off summer movies, concerts in the park Four County Parks to host free movies and concerts this summer beginning on July 10; Pascack Brook County Park to host movie series for the first time

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. “This year, weʼre especially excited to host our first-ever

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 lineup of performances across multiple venues.”

He added, “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.”

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Pascack Brook County Park – 150 Emerson Road, Westwood Wednesday, July 10 – Past Lives (Rated PG-13) Wednesday, July 17 – Air (Rated R) Wednesday, July 24 – Mean Girls (2024) (Rated PG-13) Van Saun County Park – 216 Forest Avenue, Paramus Friday, July 12 – Migration (Rated PG) Friday, July 19 – Under the Boardwalk (Rated PG) Friday, July 26 – Wish (Rated PG) Wednesday, July 31 – Barbie (Rated PG-13) Friday, August 2 – Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG) Wednesday, August 7 – Blackberry (Rated R) Friday, August 9 – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (Rated PG) Wednesday, August 14 – Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (Rated PG-13) Friday, August 16 – Elemental (Rated PG) Wednesday, August 21 – Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

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The Amphitheater at Overpeck County Park – 199 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park Thursday, July 11 – Dr. Kʼs Motown Revue (ʼ60s Motown) Thursday, July 18 – Classic Stones (Rolling Stones Tribute Band) Thursday, July 25 – Mi Gente Live (Latin Jukebox) Thursday, August 1 – Stone Flower (Rock nʼ Roll Tribute Band) Thursday, August 8 – Xtreme Queen (Queen Tribute Band)

The Stage at Riverside County Park–South – 453 River Road, North Arlington Thursday, July 16 – Steppinʼ Out (10-Piece Party Band) Tuesday, July 23 – Country Fresh (Modern Country Music) Tuesday, July 30 – La CaribeЦa (Tropical Latin Music) Tuesday, August 6 – Step by Step (Johnny Maestro Tribute Band) Tuesday, August 13 – Suit & Mai Tai (Yacht and Corporate Rock) All events are weather-permitting. To keep up with the latest updates, visit co.bergen.nj.us or follow the Bergen County Parks System on social media

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The day starts with Boy Scout Troop 109ʼs annual pancake breakfast at Trinity Episcopal Church. Emergency services then hold their individual ceremonies honoring their members who served.

The town ceremony, honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country, starts at 9:30 at Veterans Memorial in Veterans Park. The ceremony is led by the American Legion.

Mayor Sheinfield will speak and Msgr. Peter Smutelovich of St. Johnʼs will deliver the invocation and benediction. The Pascack Valley High School Panthers Band under Craig Yaremko will provide patriotic music.

The winners of the annual poster and essay contests will be announced and two of the essays are planned to be read. The theme this year: Democracy and what it means to me.

This yearʼs grand marshal is

51-year Hillsdale resident and U.S. Army vet Robert Abbadie, 94.

Bob is an active member of Legion Post 162. He served ABBADIE in combat in Korea during the Korean War. He was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge, Korean Service Medal and the United Nations Service Medal. He was a frontline radio operator for the 45th Infantry Division, 279th Combat Regiment.

The parade starts at about 10:30 on Magnolia Avenue at George White School. Along the route, youʼll see the many military honor banners honoring Hillsdale veterans. The program, sponsored by the Hillsdale Police Department, added more than 50 banners this year.

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Merci Norwood, president and Kathy Grubb, president-elect, represented the Greater Pascack Valley Womanʼs Club at the 130th Annual Convention of the New Jersey Federation of Womenʼs Clubs was held recently in Atlantic City.

Attendees from the 200 clubs throughout New Jersey participated in workshops on topics such as fundraising ideas, membership retention and the impact of volunteers on our communities.

It was announced that the New Jersey Womenʼs Clubs were responsible for contributions of $274,748 in cash and in-kind donations to the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation which had been the organizationʼs special project for the past two years.

It was also announced that the New Jersey Childrenʼs Alliance will be the Special State Project for the next two years.

Moreover, the achievement of clubs and their individual members were recognized. The NJSFWC Greater Pascack Valley Womanʼs Club and its members were honored to receive awards for work in communications and its pressbook.

Achievements of individual

Merci Norwood and Kathy Grubb represent the Greater Pascack Valley Woman’s Club at the convention of the New Jersey Stare Federation of Women’s Clubs. club members featured blue ribbons community and in their own lives.

Additional information about for quilting by Merci Norwood and the Greater Pascack Valley for knitting by Kathy Grubb.

The Greater Pascack Valley Womanʼs Club—and how you can Womanʼs Club has been a proud become involved—is available from member of the New Jersey Federa- Geralyn Cargulia at (201) 694-4440 tion of Womenʼs Clubs since 1990. and GPVWC1990@gmail.com, and is The club welcomes all women who available on the clubʼs Facebook want to make a difference in their page.

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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 dance 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 Co-Captain Karis Cho signed with Penn State, Alexandra

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

Savage 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.

Athletic Director Jessica Hogan and Head Dance Coach Jenny Sweet organized the wellattended signing, which drew coaches, faculty, staff, and plenty

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

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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 Trinity Savage signs with the Sacred Heart Crew Team.

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WFD Ladies Auxiliary extends respects

Ladies Auxiliary of the Westwood Fire Department extends its heartfelt gratitude and respect to the following deceased members, acknowledging their dedicated service and commitment to the community: Clara Bieth Mable Mann, 1931 Jennie Gildersleeve, 1935 Florence Kuhn, 1938 Margaret Tuers, 1940 Margaret Blauvelt, 1950 Hazel Housman, 1951 Anna Hagan, 1953 Mary Lillienfeld, 1955 Pearl Allison, 1957 Olga Ludwig, 1957 Mable Vervenne Burke, 1961 Maybelle Fisher, 1966 Marion Secore, 1966 Ethel Volz, 1967 Mary Jane Scharer, 1969 Florence Knowles, 1971 Eva Gilbert, 1973 Christina McInerney Baker, 1974 Theresa Hooper, 1976 Viola Adams, 1977

Mildred Jefferies, 1977 Louise Bohlin, 1980 Mildred Humphrey, 1980 Loretta Kemmlein, 1980 Mary Cannisario, 1981 Lillian Bruns, 1981 Ella Reinhard, 1981 Grace Augsbach, 1981 Jenny Lich Sadie Mann, 1983 Ann Keller, 1985 Lil Sternberg, 1985 Alice Westphal, 1985 Grace Fournier, 1986 Ann Isleib, 1986 Pearl Meisten, 1989 Grace Blauvelt, 1990 Ellen Cole, 1991 Marie Keller, 1993 Ronnie Loennecker, 1993 Eleanor Macker, 1994 Ellie Baehr, 1999 Eleanor Faatz, 1999 Dot Housman, 1999 Helen Butterfield, 2004 Annette Hagan, 2008 Rose White, 2014 Geralyn Voorhis, 2019 Kay Hodges, 2019 Dorothy Voorhis, 2020

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Ask the Dentist:

Seven reasons to get dental implants

Dental Implants have been vastly improved during the past few d e c a d e s .

Implants have become the standard of care ROBERT H. GULLER, D.M.D OF PASCACK DENTAL ARTS for tooth replacement and are now not only more widely available than in the past but also often considered a covered benefit by many dental insurance plans.

Here are 7 reasons to consider getting a dental implant:

Esthetics Loss of a front tooth is an obvious esthetic issue, but the loss of a back tooth can also become a problem because the loss of one or more back teeth can lead to an appearance of facial collapse.

Back tooth loss can cause a personʼs bite to over close causing the chin and nose to appear to come together during closure resulting in a premature aging appearance. When a person has less than a full complement of teeth to chew on, the remaining teeth tend to wear down more rapidly, which also may lead to a progressive collapsing of the bite.

Function Most people do not understand the complexity of the masticatory or chewing system. People do not just bite up and down but in a complex, well-choreographed sequence of motions that allow efficient chewing, while also acting to protect the teeth.

Chewing occurs in an arclike manner with the muscles, jaws, and teeth functioning in harmony with one another. When just one tooth is lost, the system does not function with peak efficiency and chewing movements must be altered in order to maintain efficiency.

Think about a complex mechanical watch with one or two gears missing. It may function, but problems will eventually occur if all its parts are not present.

Prevention of bone loss Realize it or not, bone is a

living organ in our body, and it requires some stress for stimulation in order to maintain a strong healthy state. If the bone is taken out of function it will atrophy or shrink.

Our teeth act to stimulate our jawbones as we eat and chew.

When we lose a tooth or teeth, the stimulation of the bone in the edentulous area no longer gets stimulation, and bone and volume density is lost.

Replacement of a tooth with an implant will act to stimulate the bone much the same way as the original tooth and therefore preserve the bone in the area.

Prevention of Tooth Shifting Many people are aware that when a tooth is lost, teeth in the surrounding area begin to shift because the stability of the dental arch is lost. This phenomenon can be most pronounced when a back tooth is lost. Teeth behind a lost tooth will drift forward and teeth above or below will move down or up into the newly created space.

This shifting can ultimately affect the front teeth as the instability and shifting affect the bite and the changing positions of teeth eventually can cause front teeth to look overlapped or protruded. As teeth move into improper positions, they tend to also wear unevenly.

Prevention of Fracture and additional tooth loss When people lose a back tooth on one side as an example, they tend to avoid that side during chewing and use the opposite side. By chewing on one side, people have a very high risk of breaking teeth or dental restorations on the side that they are heavily chewing on.

Dentists often see a cascading effect in their patients where once one tooth is lost, others will follow. Another reason for accelerated damage to back teeth following tooth loss is that heavy chewing forces are being distributed to fewer teeth.

Think of driving your car on three tires or removing some of the main beams from your house.

Forces placed on back teeth can easily exceed a hundred pounds

per square inch during function, which is greatly increased in people with missing back teeth.

These overtaxed teeth are often prone to fracture and or nerve problems, necessitating root canal treatment or extractions. The whole process can become a vicious cycle over time as more and more strain is placed on fewer remaining teeth.

Prevention of Jaw Pain/ TMJ Problems We have discussed the complexity of the masticatory system which is made up of the jaws, muscles, teeth, and the brain along with peripheral nerves supplying neurological input.

As mentioned, when this system is out of balance, we may adapt or if that adaptation is not sufficient, we will often have problems. These problems may range from jaw muscle and joint pain to headaches and in rare cases, devastating debilitation.

In our practice, we have often solved long-term painful jaw and tooth complaints by replacing a missing tooth or teeth and/or adjusting a poor bite often caused by tooth loss.

Implants are not susceptible to decay Tooth decay is and always has been a common disease and the dietary trends of today only act to increase the susceptibility of teeth to decay. So many of the foods and drinks that are consumed by people of all ages will act to break down the protective enamel layer of teeth.

Implants are made of titanium and are therefore immune to tooth decay. Implants are not immune to gum disease, however, so they do require maintenance, at home as well as with the dental hygienist.

For all of the reasons mentioned, overall it is often a good idea to explore the possibility of getting a dental implant or implants.

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Westwood Health and Wellness Festival June 1

As summer kicks off, Westwood gears up to host its first Annual Health and Wellness Festival on June 1 at Veterans Memorial Park.

From noon to 3 p.m., the park trans-

forms into an educational and engaging hub, welcoming attendees of all ages to explore a diverse range of health and wellness resources.

The festival promises an array of activities and informative sessions, with approximately 30 community providers on hand to share insights, services, and demonstra-

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tions. Highlighting the event are four distinguished speakers scheduled throughout the afternoon: • At 12:30 p.m., Teen and Young Adult Psychotherapist Conner Wills will delve into the vital topic of “Proactively Preventing Anxiety in Our Kids”.

• Elizabeth Badaczewski, Clinical Nutrition Manager at Pascack Valley Medical Center, provides valuable insights into “General Nutrition Guidance” at 1.

• Dr. Karen Latimer, a renowned Wellness and Parenting Coach, empowers attendees to “Take Control of Your Happiness” at 1:45.

• The American Red Cross caps the series with an interactive demonstration of “Hands-Only CPR” at 2:15, a life-saving skill for all to learn.

Excitement continues with exclusive perks for the first 100 attendees, who will receive coveted

swag bags filled with goodies generously donated by local Westwood merchants. Everyone present can participate in free hourly raffle drawings for additional prizes.

Engaging activities await around every corner, including a painting clinic, therapy dog meetand-greet, and the chance to discover pickleball—a rapidly growing sport in America. For those with a passion for cycling, there will be a bicycle display along with essential information on safety and maintenance.

Organized by the Health Department and Senior Services Advisory Committee, this festival promises to be an inclusive event for the whole community, rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, festivities will move indoors to the Westwood Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave. For more information visit westwoodnj.gov.

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innings, striking out six batters and did not allow one base runner.

In their second game of the tournament, Township defeated rival Emerson, 16-4, behind a stellar game at the plate by infielders Stella Cusato and Nora Yaremko, who had two and four RBI respectively. Infielder Charlotte Macer had two big hits in the tilt, and a hard double by Myla Ercolino broke the game open in the second inning.

Pitchers Jordana Nabhani and Myla Ercolino combined to strike out nine Emerson batters in the win.

In the tourney final, infielders Faith Egbert, Daniela DeFina, Stella Cusato, and Shyla Shah provided clutch hitting and base running to break a 3-3 tie in the fourth inning.

The hard-hitting girls gave the Falcons the offense they needed to get by a tough Park Ridge team. Faith Egbert and Jordana Nabhani each had two RBI in the game. Nabhani started the game for Washington Township, and struck out eight batters over three scoreless innings to notch the win.

Myla Ercolino pitched two scoreless innings in the battle for the trophy, striking out three.

Washington Township returns to league play for the remainder of the spring season. All three of Townshipʼs third- and fourth-grade recreation teams have secured spots in the Kinderkamack Softball Leagueʼs playoffs based on stellar play this Spring Season, and all three teams are 1, 2, and 3 in their division at the time of writing.

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Coach Ray Nabhani told Pascack Press on May 21 that the townshipʼs strong rec culture went a long way to getting these girls where they are today and where theyʼre going next.

He said, “A lot of these girls train year-round and some of them play club, but a majority of the girls work out together once the fall ball season ends in November right until spring season starts in late March. These girls are working out. They take it very seriously and weʼre one of the better programs every year for a reason.”

Nabhani credited “teamwork, sportsmanship, dedication of the parents and coaches across the board that has township competing year after year and season after season.”

After the Falcons picked clean their tournament competition from Montvale and Emerson, they had to step it up against No. 2 seed Park Ridge, said Nabhani.

“It was a hot day and theyʼre playing a much better opponent.

The girls had to dig deep and our pitchers — our starting pitcher,

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Front to back, left to right: Power players Rosalia Reboiro, Daniela DeFina, Charlie Macer, Frankie Galiotti, Tessa LoRusso, Faith Egbert, Stella Cusato, Jordana Nabhani, Myla Ercolino, Nora Yaremko, Shyla Shah, and Nicole Breuninger.

Jordana Nabhani, and our No. 2 pitcher, Myla Ercolino — did not allow any runs in the game. Jordana pitched three innings, three shutout innings with eight strikeouts; Myla pitched two shutout innings, which proved to be the difference.

They just couldnʼt catch up with our pitching,” said Nabhani.

Looking ahead, Nabhani said the rec program is a solid start for success-minded studentathletes. “A lot of the girls stay in recreation; they stay in town, play travel. Some of the girls do play various club programs in the area.

But the majority stay in town and

play travel and really play three full seasons of softball—spring, summer, and fall—and their dedication to improving, and softball, is just such a big deal in Washington Township.”

He said, “Gardner Field is our home field but you come out to any field from March through November thereʼs a softball game going on. We take it seriously in town, and Falcon Friday is a big thing.”

Kinderkamack softball games are scheduled for six innings. An official game is four innings (three and a half if the home team is winning). No new inning will begin after 1 hour and 30 minutes of play.

All players on the roster will bat and 10 play on the field.

The 10th player in the field

must be 10 feet behind second base as a starting point and can move in on the release of the pitch.

For more information visit kinderkamacksoftball.com.

Roster SS/P Jordana Nabhani (4) 1B Shyla Shah (4) 3B/OF Nora Yaremko (4) SS/OF Faith Egbert (4) 3B/OF Stella Cusato (4) C Tessa LoRusso (4) P/2B Myla Ercolino (4) 2B Charlie Macer (4)

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Dear Savvy Senior, I understand that the Veterans Administration has a benefit that can help veterans and spouses with long-term care

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Seniors’ luncheon June 11

The Westwood Senior Fellowshipʼs annual luncheon is set for Tuesday, June 11 at Westwood Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and lunch is served at noon. The cost is $25 per person.

This benefit, Aid and Attendance, is a special pension paid on top of existing VA pensions for eligible veterans and surviving spouses.

In 2024, it pays a maximum of $2,727 a month to married veterans; $2,300 a month to single veterans; or $1,478 a month to a surviving spouse. The money is tax free, and can be used to pay for assisted living, memory care, nursing home or inhome care services.

Currently, around 156,000 veterans and survivors are receiving the Aid and Attendance benefit, but many thousands more are eligible who either donʼt know about it or donʼt think they qualify.

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If you own a small business (or are selfemployed), there are many retireERIC KOHLMEIER ment plan alternatives available to help you and your employees plan your financial future. One popular option for organizations such as sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and nonprofit organizations to consider is the SIMPLE (Savings Incentive Match

Plan for Employees) Individual Retirement Account (IRA).

Unlike some retirement plans, there are specific criteria a business must meet to participate in a SIMPLE IRA plan. Here are the answers to commonly asked questions about this type of retirement plan: Can any business establish a SIMPLE IRA plan?

Self-employed individuals and employers with fewer than 100 employees may adopt a SIMPLE plan. However, the business must not maintain any other employer-sponsored retirement plan where contri-

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What is the deadline for establishing such a plan in order for it to qualify for the 2019 tax year?

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An eligible employee is one who has received at least $5,000 in compensation from the employer during any two prior calendar years (does not need to be consecutive years) and who is reasonably expected to receive at least $5,000 compensation during the current year.

In the planʼs initial agreement, the employer is able to reduce the amount of compensation and the number of years required. However, there is no required participation for this plan – eligible employees can choose whether or not they want to participate and contribute.

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The maximum salary deferral limit to a SIMPLE IRA plan for 2019 cannot exceed $13,000. If an employee is age 50 or older before Dec. 31, then an additional catch-up contribution of $3,000 is permitted.

What are the maximum employer contribution limits for a SIMPLE IRA? Each year the employer must decide to do either a matching contribution (the lesser of the employeeʼs salary deferral or 3% of the employeeʼs compensation) or non-matching contribution of 2% of an employeeʼs compensation (limited to $280,000 for 2019).

All participants in the plan must be notified of the employerʼs decision.

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Employee deferrals should be deposited as soon as administratively feasible, but no later than 30 days following the last day of the month in which the amounts would otherwise have been payable to the employee.

These rules also apply to selfemployed individuals. The employer contributions deadline is the due date of the employerʼs tax return, including extensions.

Can there be a vesting scheduled with a SIMPLE IRA? There is no vesting schedule with this type of plan – both employer and employee are immediately 100% vested.

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withdrawal within the first two years of plan participation, he or she will owe a 25% IRS penalty and ordinary income taxes on the amount withdrawn.

After the initial two years of plan participation, the 25% IRS penalty is reduced to 10% for pre 59? withdrawals. Exceptions to the 10% penalty on traditional IRAs are also exceptions to the 25% penalty for SIMPLE IRAs. Direct transfers to another SIMPLE IRA will not be subject to this penalty.

Can the assets in a SIMPLE IRA be rolled over?

Participants are able to roll over funds from one SIMPLE plan to another at any time. After two years of participation, employees may roll assets to a traditional or SEP IRA without tax penalties.

As with any investment alternative, you should check with your Financial Advisor to evaluate the best option for your financial situation.

Wells Fargo Advisors does not provide legal or tax advice. Be sure to consult with your tax and legal advisors before taking any action that could have tax or legal consequences. Please keep in mind that transferring or rolling over assets to an IRA is just one of multiple options for your retirement plan.

Each option has advantages and disadvantages, including investment options and fees and expenses, which should be understood and carefully considered.

Wells Fargo Advisors does not provide legal or tax advice. Be sure to consult with your tax and legal advisors before taking any action that could have tax or legal consequences.

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Mayor on a pending tax revaluation To the editor: have asked the question of when A River Vale would have a revaluaHANDFUL OF RESIDENTS

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• Save the date for Westwood Recreationʼs Summer Concert Series (8 p.m.) starting on June 13 with Danny Vʼs 52nd Street Band, a Billy Joel tribute. The series continues with Tequila Rose (country) on June 20, RIFF (90s cover band) on June 27, Hereʼs Elton (Elton John tribute) on July 3, Soul Groove (R&B) on July 11, Reminisce (oldies) on July 11, and Tramps Like Us (Springsteen tribute) on July 25.

• The Movies in the Park program will run on Thursdays in August and will feature “The Adventures of TinTin,” “Million Dollar Arm,” “School of Rock,” and “Tomorrowland.”

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were not “ideal,” the engineering firm could still acquire the stream data necessary by both drone overflights and Boswell employees walking the streams to take photographs, identify problems, and map the streamʼs conditions through the borough.

He did not specify a state date for the study. Ghassali said the funds would come from a local stormwater management fund, part of the municipal budget. He said he heard that it takes several months for a final drone study report to be completed following field work.

When itʼs completed, Ghassali said the Hillsdale stream data will be combined with stream data from the other three towns as part of a study undertaken by a Stevens Institute of Technology professor who is studying the interaction of rainfall patterns, reservoir levels and flooding.

He said the pressure was on to get Hillsdaleʼs stream data because the Stevens professor needed to submit a data report including the four towns by this summer.

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Detail of a 2022 Township of Washington public notice of a drone flyover.

Last summer, the council discussed doing a drone study of Pascack Brook. However, due to estimated costs that were much higher, they postponed a decision.

Mayor Michael Sheinfield told councilor Justin Fox that the Stevensʼ study was being done so that the four towns might get future state or federal funding for regional flood control measures.

Ghassali noted that State Sen. Holly Schepisi (R-39) obtained $200,000 in state funding to undertake the Stevens Institute of Technology study, which was announced with much fanfare last August at a special Westwood meeting.

So far, the recent drone studies in Westwood and River Vale have not been publicly released. It was not immediately clear when results would be available.

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Westwood Plaza South Entrance, near the Hillsdale border, February 2024. Karen Hughes photo.

drone study, released in April 2023 after a Pascack Press public records request, detailed eight sections of the Musquapsink Brook as it traversed the township. The study identified 45 downed trees, 33 sediment shoals, and 14 areas with eroded stream banks.

Moreover, the report identified at least two “critical sanitary issues” where the brook either runs near or around an exposed sanitary sewer manhole structure, or sewer line, that could potentially expose human and household wastes to the stream or allow stream flow to enter a sanitary sewer line, notes the report.

At a late April Township Council meeting, officials said Boswell Engineering estimated that repairing the stream banks near the two sanitary sewer manholes could cost nearly $700,000, including $60,000 for Boswell engineering fees.

In April 2023, Pascack Press reported on the townshipʼs study in “Drone study highlights brook obstructions, recommends ways to improve flow, stem flooding.”

The township drone study, dated February 2023, can be found on the townʼs website.

Articles related to the township drone study can be found at PascackPress.com.

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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.

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The Bergen Vicinage's annual Law Day program, themed “Voices of Democracy,” took place on the steps of the Bergen County Justice Center on May 21.

The event was marked by the welcoming of 22 new U.S. citizens from a diverse array of countries, including Afghanistan, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Ghana, Iraq, Japan, Pakistan, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, South Korea, Turkey, and Uzbekistan.

Superior Court Judge Gregg A. Padovano, chair of the Law Day Committee, commenced the program with opening remarks.

Following this, Assignment Judge Carol Novey-Catuogno administered the oath of citizenship to the new Americans, emphasizing the importance of their new responsibilities and

his Deputy County Clerk, Steve Ching. Born in Seoul, South Korea, Ching moved to the United States at 14 and became a citizen at 22. He holds the distinction of being the first and only Deputy County Clerk of Asian descent in both Bergen County and the state of New Jersey.

Hogan praised Chingʼs achievements and reiterated the sentiment that “we are all immigrants or descendants of immigrants.”

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON Bergen County Clerk John Hogan speaks at the Law Day Ceremony on May 21, 2024; Hogan and Sheriff Anthony Cureton congratulate a new citizen. Sidra A. Razzaq photos. pation in the democratic process. ciano) Iannaccone, who immiopportunities.

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This event honors the sacrifices of our veterans and fallen heroes, with local groups, organizations, and residents coming together to pay tribute. The Memorial Service will take place at the conclusion of the parade.

In conjunction with the parade, young residents are invited to participate in the Bike Decorating Contest. Children in 5th grade and younger can show off their decorated bicycles, trikes, wagons, or strollers in patriotic themes. Registration for the contest is 9–9:30 a.m. at the corner of Clinton and Jefferson avenues on the day of the parade.

Parents are required to accompany their children along the parade route, and helmets are mandatory for all participants.

This is not a school-sponsored event.

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The Friends of the River Vale Library are holding a trivia night fundraiser on June 6 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the River Vale Country Club. There will be hot and cold hors dʼoeuvres, and raffle baskets.

All proceeds will support the libraryʼs popular museum program.

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MICHAEL OLOHAN can be reached at miket.olohan@gmail.com. His observations just might reappear around election time…

The All American Corvette Club is set to host its 24th annual car show on June 9 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Panera Bread lot at 165 Route 4 West, Paramus. and door prizes. Car clubs are (201) 960-8211. Further details and encouraged to join and showcase the show flyer are available on the clubʼs website at allamericancorvettheir membersʼ prized vehicles.

For more information, call teclub.com, or via email at aaccpresMario at (201) 270-8321 or Mike at ident2000@gmail.com.

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search out prior articles, and keep informed on your own. Many communities donʼt have a weekly newspaper or website to turn to for reliable, well-researched, and timely news coverage. You donʼt know how lucky you 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!

Ladies and gentlemen, start your ‘Vettes!

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HELP WANTED BOROUGH OF EMERSON DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS TEMPORARY SUMMER HELP. Visit www.emersonnj.org/jobs for details and application.

Deadline: Friday, May 24.

some folks even read our e-newspaper online before it appears in print, often days before it shows up on driveways. That means people, often local public officials, want to read our reporting. Again, good news.

My hat goes off to all the municipal clerks throughout Pascack Valley especially, 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

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OBITUARIES

Donald K. “Ken” Hastie, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, 91, of Park Ridge, passed away peacefully on May 18 after a brief illness.

Ken was the youngest of the seven children of George T. and Blanche (Flynn) Hastie.

Born in Jenkins Township, Penn. and raised in Jersey City, Ken graduated from St. Peterʼs Prep and St. Peterʼs College, both in Jersey City.

He served as a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army.

Ken was an accountant for IBM for more than 30 years and enjoyed a long, well spent retirement.

Ken was a dedicated family man, who was devoted to his late wife, Cathy. Together, they lived in Park Ridge for 60 years and this May marks their 68th wedding anniversary. He is survived by his two sons, Ken and his wife Barbara of New Jersey; and Tom and his wife Beth of South Carolina; his beloved grandchildren TJ Hastie and Caitlin (Joe) Donaldson of South Carolina; his sisterin-law Martha Ela of Virginia and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ken was a good and decent man of faith who always strove to do right by people. He kept a positive outlook on life and had a great sense of humor. He loved his family and home. Ken enjoyed all types of music. He particularly liked singing and dancing, especially to Top 40, Easy Listening, Country and Irish music.

He gladly participated in church activities, including being active in local Catholic churches as a bingo captain; as a church accounting volunteer and as a choir member.

An auto enthusiast from his earliest days, Ken always appreciated a nice car. And, he also enjoyed culinary pursuits, cooking delicious meals readily enjoyed by his family.

We will always remember Kenʼs kindness and considerate ways.

As his family, we wish to thank his neighbors, who so kindly took an interest in Ken and Cathy in their later years and kept an eye out for them.

We also wish to acknowledge the good care and kindness of his caregivers during his recent illness, especially that of his long time primary care physician.

Dad, yours was a life lived well. And now we know you will find your peace, being reunited with and at rest with Mom. The funeral will be private. A memorial Mass will be held at a later date in Kenʼs memory.

Please consider making a donation to your favorite charity in memory of Ken. Arrangements by Robert Spearing Funeral Home,

155 Kinderkamack Road, Park Ridge. rsfhi.com.

William ‘Bill’ HUHN JR.

William (Bill) Huhn Jr. passed away recently, with his family at his side. Bill was predeceased by his wife of 68 years, Pauline Huhn. He is survived by his children Ann Goldstein, Mary Romero and her husband Robert, Jean Griffith and Peter Huhn. He was the cherished grandfather of Jill Goldstein and her husband John Barry, Thurman Hall, Robert Romero, William Griffith and his wife Sarah, Ann Griffith, Eileen and Shannon Huhn, and greatgrandfather of Mark Barry. He also leaves many nieces and nephews.

He was born in Philadelphia, Penn., son of William Huhn Sr. and Anna (Halpin) Huhn. He was predeceased by his brothers George, John and Henry and sisters Mary and Elizabeth.

Bill was a U.S. Army veteran who served his country with the 3rd Infantry Division during the Korean War, 1947–1949 and 1951–1952.

He retired from Chemical Leaman Tank Lines working as a marketing manager for many years.

He was a long-time parishioner at Our Lady of Mercy Church in Park Ridge and was an active member of the Golden Age Social Club of Park Ridge. Bill was greatly loved and will be missed, however his sense of humor and knowledge of history and trivia will always be remembered.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 1 at Our Lady of Mercy Church, Park Ridge. Arrangements by Robert Spearing Funeral Home, Inc. Park Ridge. rsfhi.com.

Jon Clarke KEATES

Jon Clarke Keates passed away on April 19, 2024, at his home in Altadena, Calif.

Jon was a world-class charismatic who made an indelible impression on everyone he met.

He was vivid, brilliant, loquacious, unrepentant, and entirely unabashed.

Jon was born on April 1, 1944, in Hackensack to Harold Clarke Keates and Margaret Amlung Keates. He graduated from Brown University and conducted doctoral work in English literature at Duke University. Jon had an exemplary career, first as a teacher at Duke and Brown, and then as a fundraiser who led teams at the University of Chicago,

Claremont McKenna College, Occidental, and USC among others.

At the time of his passing, Jon was chief philanthropic advisor to the president at La Salle College Preparatory High School.

No one was more verbally dexterous than Jon, or more wellread. A tremendous wit, ferocious competitor, an athlete with a gift for badinage, Jon accomplished everything he set out to do. He was a beloved pillar of the community and will be missed tremendously.

He is survived by his cherished companion and life partner, Thanh Hoang, his daughters Dages Juvelier Keates and Margaret Bailey Siegmund (Joseph), his brother Dr. James Kevin Keates (Gail), and sisters Shelley Elizabeth Horwath (Thomas), and Joanne Margaret Keates.

Jon was predeceased by his son Henry Clarke Keates, beside whom he will be laid to rest at a private burial ceremony.

There was a celebration of life, followed by a reception, for Jon on May 11 at the Langham Huntington in Pasadena. In lieu of flowers, please consider giving to the Jon Clarke Keates Scholarship at La Salle College Preparatory High School, the Henry Clarke Keates Scholarship at Claremont McKenna College, or your favorite charity in his memory.

George P. FREISINGER

George P. Freisinger, 97, a hardworking, loving husband and father, died peacefully at home on May 21, 2024 surrounded by his devoted family.

Born on Nov. 22, 1926. George was raised in the Bronx, N.Y. by his parents, Julia and Martin.

A longtime resident of Park Ridge, he was predeceased by his

wife, Lena, in 2008 and later by his sisters Julia and Anna.

George was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served his country during World War II. He went on to have a 35-year career with Revlon in their production planning department.

He enjoyed a good martini and would even tolerate a bad martini if necessary. George was a lifelong lover of music as well as a renowned music and movie trivia expert, specializing in the 1930s and 1940s era when movies were in black and white and at their best.

George is survived by his sons George (Deborah), Paul (Kathleen) and David as well as grandchildren Gregory, Brian, Kristen, Edward, Gemma, David, Julia and greatgranddaughter Alexandra. A graveside service is set for George Washington Memorial Park on Friday, May 24 at 11:30 a.m.

Patricia ‘Pat’ A. WALSH

Patricia “Pat” A. Walsh (née Demetrius) peacefully passed away on May 15, 2024. Pat was a longtime resident of the Township of Washington.

Pat is survived by her beloved husband Jack Walsh. Beloved mother to Tina Fego and her husband Dave.

Adoring Yaya to Ava Marie (They spent many hours working on puzzles together). Also survived by her loving niece Pat Hensley, nephew Chris Moller, Paul Moller and their families as well as her beloved brother in laws, Garry and Daniel Walsh. Pat was predeceased by her sister Lucy Mary Moller and her husband Adolph and her brother Bob Demetrius.

Pat worked as a dedicated supervisor for many years for Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield in Manhattan.

After, she was happily employed at the Hallmark store in Paramus, where she enjoyed her time with her coworkers and customers. Above all, Pat delighted in the care of the children for her family and friends. In her leisure Pat was skilled with the slot machines. She would often travel to

casinos and was a scratch-off enthusiast. She also loved cheering on her beloved Yankees. Visitation May 18 at Becker Funeral Home, Westwood.

Prayer service was Saturday, cremation private.

MaryAnn KEENAN

MaryAnn Keenan (née Sweeny), 85, peacefully passed away on May 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, David Keenan, in 2015. Loving mother to daughter Kathleen Swindells and her husband Paul, daughter Michelle Carucci and her husband Freddie, daughter Jacqueline Palermo and her husband Gary, daughter MaryAnn Martin and her husband, Kevin. Adoring grandma to Nicolette, Kyle, Nicholas, Christian, Jack and Grace. Sister to Jack Sweeny, Roger Sweeny, and Jeanne Etter; predeceased by her sister Patricia Galgano. Sheʼll be deeply missed by her many nephews, nieces, great-nieces and -nephews, friends, and Beech Street neighbors.

MaryAnn was a longtime resident of Westwood and previously Washington Township. She attended St. Andrew's School and Holy Angels High School. After graduation she started her career as a secretary at Union Carbide, Diaglouge, Village Plumbing and retired from Teledyne Isotopes after 20 years.

She enjoyed suspense novels and traveling the world with her family on cruise ships. She loved movies, including “Braveheart,” “Funny Girl,” and “Gladiator.” A music enthusiast, her favorites were Barry Manilow and ABBA. Above all, MaryAnn loved time with family. Visitation at Becker Funeral Home, Westwood, on Sunday, June 2, noon to 4 p.m. Funeral Mass at Guardian Angel RC Church, Allendale, Monday June 3, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Blackbird Foundation, blackbirdfly.org.

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