PARK RIDGE NOTES

Mayor Keith Misciagna wrote residents on Aug. 11 with a slew of notes and updates. In the mayorʼs words: rington. Jake is moving up from the Park Ridge Volunteer Fire Department Fire Reserve program and becoming a member firefighter.

Passing of Melville Beer I wanted to take a moment today to acknowledge the passing of one of our longtime residents, Melville Beer [Pascack Press obituaries, Aug. 14, 2023].

Park Ridge is extremely privileged to have a great group of volunteers and residents who serve on the various boards and committees in our town.

Anniversary Gala, Seasons, 6–10 p.m. This includes dinner, open bar, and music by DJ Willie Wilson.

RSVP by Sept. 9.

Mel was a loving and devoted husband of 67 years to Helyn N. Beer. He was an artist, a hand engraver, a golfer, a sailor, a semi-pro hockey player, a drummer, a sports car enthusiast, and loved his sweets, especially chocolate.

He had a heart of gold, an easy smile, and a genuine love of people, which made him a pleasure to be with. He was a great listener and one of the nicest people you can ever come across. He made everyoneʼs day brighter.

Mel passed away on July 14, 2023 at the age of 94. I ask that we all take a minute to say a prayer for his family and friends, especially Helyn. He will be missed by us all.

Congratulations to firefighter

Jake Farrington

At our Mayor and Council meeting this past Tuesday, I had the pleasure of administering the Oath of Office to Jake Far-

For those interested to get involved with our Volunteer Fire Department, the Fire Cadet program trains members between the ages of 14 and 16 in basic firefighting to prepare them for the Fire Reserve, and later becoming a regular member of the department.

Jakeʼs brother Kyle is also an active member in the Fire Department, and both are the grandsons of John Hansen, who is a 62-year active firefighter and a past chief of the department.

I have often said we have the best volunteers in the county, if not the state, because we have the most dedicated and hardworking people. Thank you for all you do, and for the sacrifices you make to protect our community! We wish Jack the best of

Thanks to rec summer camp staff

Also, this week I had the pleasure of joining Recreation Director Liz Falkenstern to thank all the summer camp staff, from director James Hegybeli, assistant directors Alison Ciarletta and Alyssa Prisco, to all the camp counselors, counselors in training, crossing guards, and everyone else who worked together to have a successful Summer Camp!

Hometown Heroes program deadline Sept. 15 luck and thank him for volunteering his time and joining the Fire Department as a regular member.

I am excited to announce our Hometown Hero program starting in Park Ridge. It is important that we all take time to appreciate all the brave men and women who are serving and have served our great country and for defending American values, especially those brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice… and the sacrifice of their families and loved ones.

This program is a living tribute to honor Park Ridge residents and former residents who have served or are serving in any branch of the military. The banners will be double-sided, 24” x 48” vinyl, hung throughout the Borough.

Each will include a photo of the soldier in uniform, along with their name, branch, dates of service, conflict, rank, and any medals or accommodations. The name of the banner will be displayed at the bottom of the banner.

A sponsorship of $100 is required for each submission which will be used to purchase the banner. The borough will purchase the brackets and install. Applications are first-come, first-served with a deadline of submission by Sept. 15. For more information and submission forms, visit parkridgeboro.com

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From Page 4 business. Six-room apartments above. J.H. Riley, Hillsdale.”

There was another fire at the Riley Building in August 1910, with the cause unknown. The fire did about $5,000 worth of damage—equivalent to $160,000 today—and gutted the second floor of the hotel as well as two of the stores.

Salvatore Marsala purchased the building and ran the saloon for some time before turning to the hardware business in 1929. Marsala Hardware operates in the Riley Building to this day.