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RIVER VALE UNDEFEATED

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Fifth-, sixth-grade girls dominate tough indoor soccer season, score Harnisch Cup

Nina LaBarre and her father, Robert Sturtz, deliver for local seniors.

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PVRHSD LANDS ON PRELIM. BUDGET

Taxes projected up more than 5% in sending towns; final hearing April 27

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

The Pascack Valley Regional High School District has approved a $72,754,203 preliminary budget for 2026–2027 that would increase local property taxes by about 5.11% across its four sending towns, officials said.

The March 16 vote sends the budget to the Bergen County Superintendentʼs Office for review. It returns to the board for a final public hearing and adoption on April 27.

See BUDGET on page 264

RNC GETS COUNTY’S ROSTER OF POLL WORKERS

Bergen was holdout on list of counties Republicans pressed; studentsʼ names redacted

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

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How it’s done: Players, front to back: Molly Cooper, Avery Lue, Adriana Edwards, Avery Diedtrich, Emily Lima, Leah Ortiz, Emma Kennedy, Annabella de la Rosa, Olivia Lukin, Danica Zansitis, Reese David, Cameron Doolan. Coaches are Brian Cooper and Jon David.

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ONGRATULTIONS TO THE marked by steady play, team- ends, the girls stayed focused River Vale 5th- and 6th- work, and resilience. and consistent, and by playoff grade girls indoor socThough the team had no time that approach proved too cer team, who capped an shortage of talent, its success much for opponents. impressive winter by finishing reflected more than skill alone.

The Harnisch Cup title was undefeated and winning the River Vale played with the kind a fitting end to the season, but Harnisch Cup championship in of connection and support that the teamʼs accomplishment the Northern Valley Indoor Soc- showed throughout the season, went beyond the final result. cer League playoffs. with encouragement from the River Vale can take pride not River Vale faced a deter- sideline and a style built on hard only in the championship, but in the way these young players carmined Northvale team in the work and constant pressure. final and came away with the After a winter that included ried themselves throughout the title, completing a season multiple snow-postponed week- year.

Bergen County elections officials have provided the names and party affiliations of poll workers who worked during early in-person voting and the 2025 General Election to the Republican National Committee.

The disclosure followed a legal complaint filed March 2 by the RNC. In its Superior Court filing, the RNC said it sought the information to ensure polling sites are staffed with “bipartisan poll workers,” arguing its “legitimate interest in oversight of election integrity” outweighs any confidentiality concerns raised by the Bergen County Board of Elections. The complaint can be found on New Jersey eCourts at BER-L-002599-26.

County counsel initially denied the RNCʼs Open Public Records Act request, officials said.

The RNC then filed suit March 2.

The matter was resolved March 17 with a stipulation of dismissal with prejudice, and the RNC withdrew

See ROSTER on page 104

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Three Washington Township teams capture hard-fought BTBL Air Force Division championships: 5th grade boys, 7th grade girls, and 8th grade girls PAGE 30

A century ago, we gained an option for getting into New York City. In April 1926, New York & New Jersey Motor Coach Co. opened an express bus line running between Spring Valley and Times Square.

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Montvaleʼs community garden will likely open at DʼAgostino Farms off Summit Avenue in early May, with room for 40 gardeners as the 2026 growing season begins, the mayor and borough officials told Pascack Press during a tour of the nearly 1-acre site.

Mayor Mike Ghassali said the community gardenʼs first year will be limited to 40 raised beds so local officials can get a sense of how the operation works. He said it could eventually expand to as many as 200 raised beds in coming years.

The cost will be $25 per raised bed, per household.

When Pascack Press visited the farm on March 31, DʼAgostino employees were laying out water lines for the raised beds, though no beds had yet been installed.

Much of April will be needed to prepare the site for a May opening.

Ghassali said registration for the 40 raised beds will open Monday, April 6, for residents. He said he would notify residents by email and on social media. The raised beds are made of galvanized steel

and will include landscape fabric, stones for drainage and organic soil for plant growth, according to administrator Joseph Voytus.

“We will have a waiting list,” Ghassali said.

He said he also plans to put up a banner near the garden calling it the “Fair Share Farming Center.” Otherwise, he said, the official name will be the Montvale Community Garden.

Ghassali has said the 8.4-acre former DePiero farm and farm stand likely would have been developed had the borough not purchased and preserved it for $5.15 million several years ago.

Ghassali and Voytus both praised the Environmental Commission for its role in helping make the garden a reality.

Volunteers needed; deer excluded Officials said they are seeking volunteers to help assemble the large raised beds, move them to the field and prepare them for planting. They also said an 8-foothigh metal deer fence will be built around the garden to keep out what they described as an overabundance of deer.

(See “Deer count above average in Hillsdale, Montvale,” March 19, thepressgroup.net.)

Voytus said the borough hopes to work with a nonprofit to install a permanent 30-by-40-foot pavilion at the community garden, possibly this year.

The raised beds were purchased through a $35,000 donation from the Hekemian Foundation in support of the Montvale Community Garden.

Voytus also said a parking lot with space for 10 cars will be available off Summit Avenue for gardeners accessing the beds.

Farm stand manager Matthew Epstein told Pascack Press he also hopes the farm stand at 53 Craig Road will open in early May and feature produce and crops from nearby farmers. He said he hopes the stand will continue serving the community.

The farm stand is being subleased from DʼAgostino, Epstein said. Epsteinʼs partner is Matthew Worgul. The two also bid on the farm lease but were unsuccessful.

Following a legal challenge

by Demarest Farm & Orchard after the 8.4-acre farm lease was awarded in October, DʼAgostino Landscaping was officially awarded the lease in December after the court challenge was rejected.

DʼAgostino Landscaping bid $43,200 for an annual lease on Montvaleʼs 8.4-acre former

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Under the bid specifications, annual lease payments were to increase by 2% each year.

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BERGEN COUNTY STANDS UP ‘UNITED WE SERVE’ APRIL 18–26 HACKENSACK Bergen County has announced the launch of United We Serve Bergen, a countywide Week of Service scheduled for April 18–26 as part of its broader commemoration of Americaʼs 250th anniversary.

County Executive James J. Tedesco III and the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, in partnership with the Bergen 250 Initiative, said the program will connect residents with volunteer opportunities at community organizations, food pantries, historic sites, parks, and other locations across the county.

Officials said the initiative is intended to give residents, students, corporate groups, civic organizations, schools, and businesses a chance to take part in hands-on service projects while helping prepare sites for upcoming commemorative programming and addressing community needs.

“United We Serve is about turning commemoration into action,” Commissioner Tracy Zur said. “Itʼs about reconnecting with our neighbors and doubling down to support each other. As we remember that this began with ʻWe the People,ʼ thereʼs no

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Miss Spring Valley, launched in April 1926, made daily runs to Times Square with local stops in Montvale, Park Ridge, Woodcliff Lake, Westwood and Hillsdale. This photograph was taken on Broadway in Westwood, with the railroad tracks just visible in the background.

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CENTURY AGO, Pascack Valley residents gained a new option for getting into New York City. In April 1926, New York & New Jersey Motor Coach Co. opened an express bus line running between Spring Valley and Times Square, with local stops in Montvale, Park Ridge, Woodcliff Lake, Westwood and Hillsdale.

The photo above was taken in Westwood.

The bus shown here, nicknamed Miss Spring Valley — the name is visible beneath the driverʼs window — was a 1926 Studebaker. The company also operated a 1926 Mack called Miss Pearl River. Both were billed as “large deluxe parlor coaches, spacious and comfortable,” and even featured curtains in the windows.

At first, the line ran to a terminal at Loewʼs Theater at Broadway and 45th Street in Times Square. By the end of the 1920s, it had shifted to the Hotel Astor terminal.

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Amusement Park, across the river on the 125th Street Ferry, down to Schubert Alley at the rear of the Hotel Astor. It made two trips a day. Each trip took four hours, including layover time.”

The ride was not inexpensive. A oneway ticket cost $1.20, while a round trip was PascackHistoricalSociety.org $2. Peragallo added that the bus carried 25 passengers and was painted green with red stripes and white lettering, and that drivers In 1928, the line was sold and renamed wore green uniforms.

Spring Valley Motor Coach Co. That same Once the George Washington Bridge year, lifelong Park Ridge resident Alfred opened in 1931, the line began using the Peragallo (1906–1984) became one of its 168th Street terminal. Travel time dropped drivers. from an hour and 45 minutes to just 45 minIn a 1979 article in The Ridgewood utes, and the venture grew quickly. By 1932, News, Peragallo described the route: “[The the fleet had expanded to 18 buses. motor coach] traveled from Spring Valley In 1935, owner Jerry Sexton sold the down through Park Ridge to Hillsdale, to company to Rockland Coaches. Spring ValNew Milford, through Teaneck, Forest ley Motor Coach Co. was later absorbed into Avenue in Englewood to the Palisades Red & Tan Lines.

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As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Park Ridge officials are advancing local preservation efforts, including restoration plans for the Wortendyke Homestead at 12 Pascack Road. The 18thcentury home—acquired by the borough in 2025—will be preserved as open space and developed as an educational resource highlighting early Dutch settlement.

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Under the new schedule, both manual and automatic lawn sprinkling will be limited for the time being to designated days based on municipality: • Park Ridge residents: Monday, Wednesday, Friday • Woodcliff Lake residents: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Officials said the measures are intended to manage demand as

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Valley’s June 2 primary election takes shape the Republican primary, while Democrat Joseph Solimando III is unopposed on the Democratic side. Both will face off in November.

For two open council seats, Democrats Julia Guttilla and Jose Organ are running unopposed, as are Republican incumbents Michael Timmerman and Ashley Rice.

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Registered Democratic and Republican voters in Pascack Valley will head to the polls June 2 to select party nominees in a limited number of contested congressional and county races, while most local council contests are uncontested.

The primary will help determine which candidates advance to the Nov. 3 General Election.

To vote in the primary, voters must be registered with a political party. Unaffiliated voters may participate by declaring a party at the polls. Those voters may return to unaffiliated status by submitting a form to county election officials after the election.

Candidates seeking to run as independents in November must file by June 2.

Fifth Congressional District Five-term Democratic U.S. Rep. John Gottheimer, who has served since 2017, is seeking reelection.

Two Republicans—John Aslanian and Sean Kirrane—will face off in the June 2 primary for the chance to challenge him in

November.

County races The Bergen County Surrogate position is open for the first time in nearly three decades following the death of longtime surrogate Michael Dressler in December 2025. The office oversees adoptions, probates wills, and manages estates and guardianships.

Democrat Linda H. Schwager is running unopposed. Republicans Daniel C. Ng and Joseph Stephen Conte will compete in the primary to face her in November.

For county executive, longtime Democratic incumbent James Tedesco III is running

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unopposed, as is Republican challenger Todd H. Hennessey.

For county clerk, Democratic incumbent John Hogan and Republican Timothy C. Walsh are both running unopposed.

Incumbent Democrats Joan M. Voss and Rafael Marte are unchallenged for two Bergen County commissioner seats.

Republicans John Dinice and Maria Soledad Laman are also running unopposed and will face them in the general election.

Mostly uncontested local races Seven of the eight Pascack Valley towns feature uncontested primary races for local governing body seats. In most cases, both parties have candidates in place for November.

Emerson: Two-term Mayor Danielle DiPaola is running unopposed in

Hillsdale: Two seats are open. Republicans Clemente Osso, an incumbent, and Danielle D. Ganter are running unopposed. Ganter is running in place of Mayor John Ruocco, who is not seeking reelection.

Democrats Dena M. Toms and Gabriella A. Ianni are also running unopposed.

Montvale: Incumbent Republicans Douglas Arendacs and Theresa Cudequest are running unopposed for two seats. No Democratic candidates have filed.

Park Ridge: Incumbent Republicans Gregory Hoffman and William Fenwick are running unopposed for two seats. Democrats Robert C. Metzdorf and Michael Mintz are also running unopposed.

River Vale: Republican Mayor Mark Bromberg is running unopposed for his partyʼs nomination. No

Democratic challenger has filed.

Two council seats are open.

Incumbent Democrat Denise E. Sieg and incumbent Republican James Tolomeo are running unopposed. No other candidates have filed.

Township of Washington: No local seats are on the ballot this cycle.

Westwood: Two seats are open. Republican incumbent Lauren Letizia and Beth F. Staples are running unopposed. Democrats Erin M. Collins and Kristian S. Rasmussen are also running unopposed.

Woodcliff Lake: Republican incumbents Julie B. Brodsky and Joshua S. Stern are running unopposed for two seats. Democrats Aleisia Gibson Wright and Eric Bittman are also running unopposed.

Key dates

The voter registration deadline for the primary is May 12. Sample ballots are scheduled to be mailed May 20.

Early in-person voting will take place May 26–31.

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Under the ordinance, operators of both motorized and nonmotorized small wheeled devices must dismount and walk while traveling through these areas.

Officials said the rule is intended to improve safety in the busy downtown, which sees increased activity tied to outdoor dining, seasonal events, and warmer weather.

The ordinance was developed with input from the Westwood Police Department, officials said.

“A safe and enjoyable Central Business District is vital to the

Firemen’s association offers Rocky Pilger Memorial Scholarship

PARK RIDGE—The Park Ridge Volunteer Firemenʼs Association is again accepting applications for its annual Rocky Pilger Memorial Scholarship, awarded each year in memory of former Chief Rocky Pilger.

The scholarship will be presented to three current high school seniors who plan to pursue higher education in the fall.

It is open to Park Ridge residents graduating high school or currently enrolled in college and seeking financial assistance, regardless of where they attend school.

Students who attend Park Ridge High School should contact their guidance counselor for application information. Those attending other schools may obtain an application by contacting Mark “Cookey” Eisen at markeisen4@gmail.com.

All application materials must be submitted either to the Park Ridge High School guidance office or directly to Eisen

by April 30. For more information, call Pete Mauro at (201) 248-8029.

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health of the borough,” Mayor Ray Arroyo said. “We encourage everyone to slow down and enjoy everything Westwood Avenue and the surrounding streets have to offer.”

Borough officials said signage promoting the “Walk Your Wheels” campaign will be installed in the coming weeks.

The regulation echoes earlier efforts to manage bicycle use in Westwood. A borough ordinance adopted in 1894 prohibited riding

bicycles on sidewalks, required lights for nighttime use, and mandated audible signals when approaching pedestrians or crossings.

A copy of the ordinance reflects similar concerns about safety and shared use of public space more than a century ago.

Bicycles were already a common sight in Westwood by the late 19th century, as reflected in archival images of local shops and riders.

Officials said the new ordinance reflects similar concerns about safety and shared use of public spaces in the modern era.

The issue has also been raised in recent civic discussions.

In December, Westwood fifthgrade Girl Scouts proposed adding more bike racks downtown, while borough officials at the same meeting reiterated that riders are required to dismount and walk bicycles in the Central Business District.

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A rescheduled Knowledge for Senior Care workshop on April 17 will address fall prevention for individuals with low vision, offering practical strategies to reduce injury risk. Space is limited, and registration is required.

The organization is also actively recruiting mentors for its youth mentorship program, which pairs adults with young people ages 10 to 21 in one-onone relationships designed to build trust, confidence and longterm support.

“There are many ways to get involved,” the group noted, encouraging residents to consider mentoring, attending workshops or supporting programs through volunteer service or donations.

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Cell tower comments April 7; vote seen April 14 HILLSDALE

A council vote on a proposed 120-foot cell tower near Stonybrook Swim Club is likely April 14, Mayor Michael Sheinfield said, as the borough continues to receive steady public comment on the controversial plan.

The issue drew dozens of residents to a three-hour March 10 meeting, where speakers raised concerns about potential impacts on property values and health.

Others argued the tower is needed to improve long-standing gaps in cell service in the boroughʼs eastern section.

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Tuesday, April 7 at 7 p.m., where additional public comment is expected.

Council approved a lease for the Stonybrook site to Verizon Wireless in December 2025, contingent on the company meeting certain conditions before final approval by the mayor.

Sheinfield, who votes only in the event of a tie, said council members continue to hear from residents on both sides of the issue.

Service needs vs. neighborhood concerns Supporters of the proposal said improved coverage is critical for emergency communications and for residents who work

remotely. Some also argued that unreliable service could adversely affect property values.

Opponents cited concerns about radiofrequency emissions and the visual impact of a 120foot tower near homes. Verizon representatives have said emissions would be well below federal limits.

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Board of Elections Chair Richard Miller said the county works to ensure bipartisan staffing at polling sites, aiming for an equal number of Democratic and Republican poll workers and, when needed, shifting workers between towns.

“To me itʼs a non-issue here.

Weʼre always about trying to have the same amount of Republican and Democrat poll workers at polling places,” Miller told Pascack Press, adding he has “never before” heard bipartisanship raised as a concern in Bergen County. “My job is to make sure elections run smoothly and right.”

Poll workers are local residents who assist with check-in, monitor voting equipment, and help ensure procedures are followed at polling places. Their role is administrative, and they do not count or tabulate votes, which are handled through separate county election systems.

County officials have said the request reflects continued national efforts to question election integrity, despite repeated findings that U.S. elections are secure, including mail-in and early voting systems.

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Entering the playoffs as the No. 6 seed, Montvale first knocked off top-seeded Harrington Park, 3-2, in the semifinals earlier that day. The team played most of that match without substitutes and finished shorthanded after a late yellow card. (One starting defender put in the first 15 minutes and then had to leave for a baseball tournament.)

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Westwood Library Friends U.S. history trivia night April 26

Apropos of the 250th anniversary of the United States this year, the Friends of the Westwood Library will host an American History Trivia Night on Sunday, April 26.

The 21-and-over event begins with doors opening at 5 p.m., followed by trivia at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $50, with a discounted $40 rate available for active Friends volunteers. Light fare, wine and beer will be served.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the library (or its website, westwoodpubliclibrary.org) or scan the QR code on event materials.

expected to attend and participate in a post-show panel discussion.

• Community engagement with charitable organizations — Representatives from local and 9/11related charities will be present during the run, offering opportunities for audiences to give back in the spirit of the days following the attacks.

• Motherʼs Day performance and brunch (Sunday, May 10) — A 1 p.m. show will be preceded by a brunch at 11:30 a.m.

• The production opens with a senior citizen preview on Wednesday, May 6 at 4 p.m. ($10, including a pre-show “nosh”).

Additional performances include a Saturday, May 9 matinee at 2 p.m. and evening show at 7 p.m., with general admission priced at $25 and student tickets at $15 for select performances.

Tickets are available at SJR.BookTix.com.

St. Joseph Regionalʼs performing arts program draws student actors from more than 35 towns

across New Jersey and New York, along with female performers from over 20 schools throughout the TriState Area.

The program has earned consistent recognition, including Best High School Musical at the Metropolitan Theater Awards for its 2024 production of Les Misérables and top honors at the Montclair State Theater Awards for its 2023 staging of Clue.

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MONTVALE — St. Joseph Regional High Schoolʼs performing arts program will bring the Tony Award–winning musical Come From Away to its stage this May, pairing a student-led production with a series of events designed to deepen its connection to the real-life story behind the show.

The production, directed by Broadway performer Joseph DePietro (The Phantom of the Opera), with music direction by Richard Todd Adams (Phantom, Les Misérables, Cats) and choreography

by Avery Sobczak (Hamilton), marks a milestone for the program: organizers say St. Joseph Regional is the first high school in New Jersey to stage the musical.

Come From Away recounts the true story of Gander, Newfoundland, where 38 planes carrying nearly 7,000 passengers were diverted on Sept. 11, 2001. As U.S. airspace shut down, the small Canadian town became an unexpected refuge, with residents housing, feeding, and supporting stranded travelers in the days that followed.

For St. Joseph Regional, the production is as much about context as performance.

“We look forward to welcoming audiences as we share this inspiring story of hope and humanity,” organizers said, noting that the showʼs themes—compassion, resilience, and community—align closely with the schoolʼs mission.

To extend those themes beyond the stage, the program has built several special events into the run: • First Responders Night (Thursday, May 7, 7 p.m.) — Firefighters, police officers, and EMS personnel will receive complimentary admission (with one guest). The evening will include a post-performance talkback featuring first responders who served during the 9/11 attacks.

• “People Who Inspired the Story” Night (Friday, May 8, 7 p.m.)

— Individuals who were in Gander in the days following 9/11 are

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Bergen County Canstruction yields can-do drive, winner

The Bergen County Canstruction brought together student teams from eight schools this year—and Westwood Regional High School left with the top prize.

The Westwood Regional School District team won Best Overall Build at the third annual competition, held at American Dream Mall, for a fairy tale–inspired structure based on The Princess and the Pea. The design, constructed from 3,366 cans of food and 90 jars of peanut butter, reimagined the storyʼs “pea” as a symbol of how even a single contribution can make a difference. Students sourced cans by color—including pink salmon cans to form the princessʼs dress—to achieve a precise visual effect.

The project required months of planning and culminated in a late-night build Feb. 26. Students arrived at 7:30 p.m., spending hours unpacking and sorting materials before assembling the structure between 8:15 p.m. and 1:15 a.m.

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students come together was a truly special experience,” said Pamela Duffus, the teamʼs advisor and an art teacher at the high school. “It was a lesson in time management and problem-solving…watching the studentsʼ vision stand tall made every minute worth it.”

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Co m m i ssi o n e r Vice Chairwoman Tracy Silna Zur, who presented the team with its award on March 27, praised both the creativity and the mission behind the builds.

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Students at Pascack Hills High School heard a message of lʼdor vador—generation to generation—on Feb. 12, when Holocaust survivor and motivational speaker Sami Steigmann visited the school to share his story of survival and urge students not to look away from hatred and antisemitism.

Weeks later, as headlines focused on escalating tensions — now war — involving the United States, Israel and Iran, organizers of the event said Steigmannʼs message can be viewed through a fresh lens.

“In this dark time in the world, Sami is trying to bring light and education against hate and polarization. With the current Iran war, as the fight against terrorism continues, Samiʼs message about peace couldnʼt hold truer in our hearts,” said JSU President Eitan Rosenberg.

On his website, Steigmann describes his mission as “E.M.E.T: Educate, Motivate, Empower, Tolerance”—a phrase that echoes the Hebrew word emet, meaning truth. He has also said, “I am not what happened to me; I am what I choose to be.”

Steigmann survived the Holocaust as an infant after being subjected to Nazi medical experimentation. During his visit, he said he hoped not only to share his story but to underscore the importance of firsthand testimony as communities confront misinformation and hate.

The event was organized by the Pascack Hills Jewish Student

Holocaust survivor and motivational speaker Sami Steigmann greets students at Pascack Hills High School amid Holocaust Remembrance Week to share his story of survival.

Sari Narins and Danielle Garretson, school photos. Sami Steigmann with placard, via his website.

Union, led by junior Eitan Rosenberg of Woodcliff Lake and advised by Holocaust literature educator Dr. Heather Monen. The program was open to all students, and parents, grandparents and community members attended as well.

Rosenberg said the visit reflected the clubʼs focus on education and awareness.

“We live in a world where information spreads instantly, but so does misinformation, hate and dehumanization,” Rosenberg said.

“Thatʼs why remembrance matters. Not just as history, but as responsibility.”

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During the program Before the program began during the lunch period, Steigmann met with student leaders and greeted guests in the auditorium, including parents, relatives and community members who had come to hear his testimony.

At the start of the event, the Jewish Student Union showed a video featuring Steigmann from his 2020 #WeRemember cam-

paign for International Holocaust Remembrance Day, introducing his background as a childhood survivor of Nazi medical experimentation.

Steigmann then spoke with the audience and moved through the auditorium asking students and guests questions, a style he uses to encourage participation.

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Community center ribbon Volunteer on cutting Economic HILLSDALE — The borough Development will celebrate the grand opening of the new Hillsdale Community Committee Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, April 29, at 5 p.m. at the new facility, located at 137 Patterson St. Residents are

HILLSDALE — The borough is seeking volunteers to serve on a newly formed Economic Advisory

committee will help connect local government, businesses, and educational institutions to strengthen Hillsdaleʼs local economy. The Mayor and Council are particularly seeking residents with experience in finance, investment, or business management.

Officials say the effort is intended to help attract and retain businesses, improve infrastructure, and support initiatives that can create jobs, increase home values, and SEE BRIEFS PAGE 22

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Registration is open for Westwood Youth Cheerleadingʼs 2026 season, with in-person sign-ups in May at the Westwood Community Center. The program is open to athletes residing in Westwood and the Township of Washington entering grades 2–8 in September.

Registration at Westwood Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave., from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 7 (grades 2–4); Tuesday, May 12 (grades 5–8); and Thursday, May 14 for any remaining open spots.

In-person registration is required to properly size uniforms. Due to safety considerations, participation is limited at each level, with waitlists available if teams fill.

The 2nd grade Mighty Mite level is limited to 20 participants (10 from Westwood and 10 from Washington Township). The 3rd and 4th grade Pee/Wee level will have 30 spots, while both the 5th and 6th grade Junior level and 7th

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WESTWOOD—Celebrate Westwood Arts Hub and the Westwood Board of Health are seeking participants for the Westwood Arts Walk and Wellness Fair, set for Saturday, June 6, from noon to 4 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park.

Organizers invite local artists, musicians, and health and wellness professionals to apply to take part in the event.

Applications are available at celebratewestwood.org and will be accepted through April 30.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

There is no fee to apply, though artists and health vendors who plan to sell goods must pay a $20 vendor fee.

Organizers said artists from the greater region are welcome, with preference given to Westwood residents of all ages. Participants will be featured on the event website and in social media promotions.

The free outdoor event is intended to highlight creativity and wellness in downtown Westwood.

Plans include art, live acoustic music, wellness demon-

strations, and opportunities for attendees to meet local artists, wellness professionals, and small businesses.

Its ArtsHub subcommittee has also led projects such as the annual Gingerbread House Contest and the 2023 Yarn Bomb installation.

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Gottheimer at Congressional Seder: ‘a human story’

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer, who represents New Jerseyʼs 5th Congressional District, joined colleagues and international dignitaries at a bipartisan Congressional Seder ahead of Passover, highlighting themes of interfaith cooperation and shared responsibility in the face of rising intolerance.

Gottheimerʼs district includes parts of Bergen, Passaic and Sussex counties. He serves on the House Intelligence and Financial Services committees and is vice chair of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus.

The event included officials from Bosnia and Herzegovina and centered on the historic Sarajevo Haggadah, a centuries-old Jewish text preserved through multiple periods of conflict by people of different faiths.

Gottheimer described Passover as “not just a Jewish story, but a human story about freedom, resilience, and our responsibility to stand up for one another.”

The Sarajevo Haggadah, which survived the Spanish Inquisition, the Holocaust and the Bosnian War, served as a focal point for the gathering. Its preservation by Muslim and Christian neighbors during times of violence was cited as a powerful example of interfaith solidarity.

“In a world that too often feels divided, that lesson couldnʼt be more urgent,” Gottheimer said.

“We must stand shoulder to shoulder against hate and defend the dignity of every community.”

Also attending were Denis Bećirović, chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, along with other Bosnian officials and diplomats.

The annual Congressional Seder is intended as both a cultural and educational event, bringing together lawmakers and guests from diverse backgrounds to reflect on themes of liberation, remembrance and moral responsibility.

— Staff report based on release

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PARK RIDGE—Mayor Keith Misciagna and Councilman Joseph Metzdorf recently joined members of Park Ridge Troop 80 to discuss civic responsibility and community involvement as scouts work toward the Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge.

The badge is part of the path to Eagle Scout and focuses on understanding local government, commu-

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Scouts explore their community, identify key public sites such as government buildings and emergency services, attend local meetings, research community concerns, interview leaders, and reflect on ways individuals can make a positive impact.

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sprinklers only on designated days—Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in Park Ridge—with limited exceptions for new sod, chemical treatments and other specific uses. Hand-held hoses with automatic shutoff nozzles are permitted daily.

E-bike law takes effect July 19 A new state law regulating ebikes will take effect July 19.

Riders will be required to be licensed, register their bikes and carry liability insurance. Riders under age 15 will be prohibited, and modifying e-bike speeds will be banned. Officials are urging residents to exercise caution as usage grows. ʻHearing noticeʼ scam Borough officials are alerting residents to fraudulent text messages and emails labeled as “hearing notices.” Recipients are advised not to respond, click links or share personal information, and to contact Park Ridge police with concerns.

Spring recreation, camps and clinics underway Park Ridge Recreation has launched a slate of spring programs, including youth tennis clinics (Tuesdays through June 9) and junior golf clinics (Wednesdays through June 3). A spring break sports camp is scheduled for April 6 and April 13–17 at Memorial Field.

Additional offerings include a youth chess club beginning April 15, a six-week Zumba series, and ongoing Golden Age Club programs, including chair yoga for seniors. Details and registration are available at parkridgeboro.com.

Volunteer opportunities across community organizations Several organizations are seeking volunteers, including PKRG-TV, which provides local sports coverage, and Tri-Boro Ambulance Corps, which offers training for new members. Middle and high school students can also

earn service hours through recreation programs.

ESL tutor training set for April–May Literacy Volunteers of Pascack Valley and the Park Ridge Public Library will host four-session ESL tutor training workshops April 28 and May 5, 12 and 19. No prior teaching experience is required; participants must attend all sessions. Registration is available at literacyvolunteerspv.org.

Food pantry seeks donations The Tri-Boro Food Pantry continues to accept donations Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 11 a.m., with additional drop-off available at Borough Hall during business hours.

Annual Easter egg hunt a delight The boroughʼs Recreation and Cultural Committee hosted its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 28.

Despite brisk weather, families turned out for the event, where children met the Easter Bunny and searched for treats.

The committee thanked volunteers and sponsors, including TD Bank, PIM and ShopRite of Hillsdale, which provided grand prize baskets. The New Jersey Education Association hosted a jellybean counting contest, and borough departments, including the Police Reserve Unit, Department of Public Works and Water Department, assisted with the event.

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Yuri Lee, a River Vale resident and junior at Bergen County Academies in the Academy for Medical Science Technology, is the founder of Every Kid Can (everykidcanplay@gmail.com), a student-led nonprofit focused on inclusion through hands-on community action. The group collects and distributes toys, activity kits, and creative materials to programs serving individuals with disabilities, with an emphasis on making recreation more accessible and welcoming.

“I recognized from a young age the stigma that surrounds kids with disabilities participating in everyday activities,” she told Pascack Press recently, citing her experience growing up alongside a family member with a neurodegenerative disease.

“Whether in a recreational or social setting, disabled individuals are constantly excluded.”

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“Being surrounded by that community, I knew I wanted to continue support efforts,” she said.

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501(c)(3) nonprofit. The organizationʼs approach is simple and effective: place donation boxes in accessible community spaces, collect items that encourage creativity and play, and deliver them to organizations that can put them directly into use.

Since launching, the group has placed donation boxes at libraries and community centers across Bergen County, collecting more than 330 items along with over $2,000 in donations. Contributions have gone to organizations including the Arc of Bergen County, the Arc of Essex County, Nassanʼs Place in Newark, and other programs serving individuals with disabilities.

Closer to home, residents can participate this month at the Hillsdale Free Public Library, where a donation box is in place throughout April.

Lee said the effort has been sustained by a small but committed team of peers, including fellow students Kayla Jacob, Parker Lipton, and Aliyah Shams, who assist with outreach, packaging, and distribution. Her parents have also played a key role, helping assemble donation boxes and traveling long distances to deliver supplies to partner organizations.

“My dad drives two-plus hours when we have a donation drop-off,” Lee said. “My mom and I decorate the donation boxes together.”

Beyond collecting donations, Every Kid Can is beginning to expand into program-

ming. Lee said the group plans to host inclusive events, including tie-dye activities, designed to bring children together in shared, accessible spaces.

The initiative also reflects Leeʼs broader academic and career interests. A participant in the 2026 Governorʼs STEM Scholars program, Lee conducts research on spinal muscular atrophy through her school, focusing on the cellular mechanisms of neurodegenerative disease. She also serves as vice president of HOSA and as a representative for the medical academy.

Outside the classroom, Lee competes in varsity track and field and has modeled for national companies, including CocaCola and Five Below. She said she hopes to pursue a career as a pediatrician, with a focus on accessible health care.

Lee is looking to expand the nonprofitʼs volunteer base, increase outreach, and connect with mentors experienced in disability services and advocacy.

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To the editor: HE GREATER Pascack Valley Womanʼs Club recently hosted an evening of Military Bridge, with attendees enjoying a night of fun, food and prizes while raising money for local charities.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the many merchants and private individuals whose generosity made the evening possible. Because of their contributions, more than $7,000 will be directed to neighbors in need.

Participating merchants included: • Hillsdale: Alba Italian Grill, Cornerstone, Domani, Dream Makers Art Studio, Ebay

by Oksana, Halo Haus Hair Lounge, House of Beauty, Itʼs Nail Salon, Karl Ehmer, Kenʼs Deli, Koon Tai Eatery, La Morenita Restaurant, Marsala Hardware, Matsu, Mayberryʼs Garden, Moon Magic, Nail Show, NVE Bank, Pet Supplies Plus, Ronnieʼs Bagels & Coffeehouse, Sherwin Williams, ShopRite, Shota Japanese Restaurant, Vogue Nails, Yarn Diva • Montvale: Anchor Seafood, Bellisimo, Daveyʼs Irish Pub & Restaurant, Johny Roll House, Wegmans • Nanuet: Regal Theaters • Oradell: VISAGE Salon and Spa • Paramus: Applebeeʼs, Three of the many prize baskets donated to the Greater Pascack Valley Woman’s Club’s recent Military Bridge fundraiser as displayed by event chairwomen Carla Cherrey, Bridget Bruno and Jennifer Snyder.

Center Stage Dance Studio • Park Ridge: A Little Cake, B&M Market, Commuter Cleaners, Dairy Queen, Frames

by You, Giorgios Tailoring for Men & Women, Jewelerʼs Workbench, Johnʼs Famous Bagels, Magic Nails, Park Avenue Hair, Park Ridge Animal Hospital, Park Ridge Diner, Park Steak House, Pier 192, Pop Empanada, Ridgemont Liquors, Rugged Outfitters, Sir Francis Cleaners, TD Bank, The Tumble Ground, Yuki Hana Ramsey: The Shannon Rose • Ridgewood: Color Me Mine • Rochelle Park: Outback Steakhouse • Rutherford: New York Giants, New York Jets • Westwood: Al Dente, Avenue Custom Framing, Bellagio Jewelers, Bergen County Camera, Broadway Attraction Hair Salon, Collected Works, Donna Moda, Goldbergʼs Bagels, Granita Grill, Hair Trendz, Hanami, Lewis Drugs, Moxie Salon and Beauty Bar, Nyman Jewelers, Pompilios, Prime Meats, Tacos

CDMX, Tapestrie, The Gem Mine, The Good Life Gift Boutique, Westwoof, 1950ʼs Originals • Woodcliff Lake: Bareburger, Navitas Hallmark, The Coffee Stop We also thank the Womanʼs Club of Westwood for the use of their tables, the editors of Pascack Press and Pascack Valley Community Life for their generous coverage, and the members and friends of our club whose donations made this event a success.

The Greater Pascack Valley Womanʼs Club has been a proud member of the New Jersey Federation of Womenʼs Clubs since 1990. We welcome all women interested in making a difference in their community.

For more information, call (201) 694-4440, email GPVWC1990@gmail.com, or visit our Facebook page.

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Garden club fern talk

HILLSDALE — The Sundial Garden Club will host a presentation by Suzy Ludwig, “Ferns,” on Monday, April 6, at 6 p.m. at the Hillsdale Library, 509 Hillsdale Ave. Ludwig, a master gardener, will speak about hardy ferns that grow well in New Jersey, including the conditions they need to thrive.

Her presentation will include photos from her garden, and she will also answer audience questions.

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Registration is open for Westwood residents who want to take part in the Westwood-Wide Garage Sale on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Organizers are encouraging residents to mark Earth Day, observed April 22, by upcycling unwanted household goods and keeping usable items out of landfills.

This yearʼs garage sale will be held for one day only, with a rain date of Sunday, April 26, at the discretion of participating sellers.

Events have featured more than 30 registered addresses, with participants keeping the proceeds from their own sales. Registration is $20 per location, with proceeds supporting Celebrate Westwoodʼs

advertising for the event in local newspapers and on social media, as well as future community programming organized by the nonprofit.

Since 2018, Celebrate Westwood has launched events and programs including Music on the Avenues, Arts in the Park, Westwood-Wide garage sale weekends, the Early New Yearʼs Eve Ball Drop, and Westwood Fest.

Registration is open through April 5. A directory of participating addresses and sale highlights is expected to be posted at celebratewestwood.org by mid-April.

For more information, to register, or to ask questions, visit celebratewestwood.org or email Lauren Letizia and RoseAnn Ciarlante at celebratewestwood@gmail.com.

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Her work has also included holiday decorating leadership at Skylands New Jersey Botanical Gardens, the Hermitage in Ho-HoKus, and the Fell House in Allendale.

The program is free and open to the public, space permitting.

Ludwig also plans to bring a fern to be given away to one audience member.

WWFD community service scholarships

WESTWOOD — The Westwood Volunteer Fire Department is accepting applications for its annual Community Service Scholarship Program for the college academic year beginning in September.

Now in its 45th year, the program awards two $1,000 scholarships annually. The awards are paid directly to the college or university the student will attend and may be applied toward tuition, room and board, fees, and books.

Applicants must be current high school seniors who are Westwood residents, Westwood Fire Department members, or children of department members. Winners must provide an acceptance letter from an accredited college or university before the scholarship is

paid.

Students must complete the departmentʼs scholarship application, provide a letter verifying volunteer service to the citizens of Westwood, and submit an essay of about 500 words explaining how that service affected their lives.

Scholarship selections are based on scholastic achievement, extracurricular activities, and community service, not financial need.

Applications are available at westwoodfire.org. Submissions must be postmarked by Monday, May 4.

Skip Kelley Outing scholarship deadline April 30

WESTWOOD — The deadline for Skip Kelley Memorial Outing Scholarship applications is Thursday, April 30. The Westwood Community Golf Outing Scholarship Committee said it will award three $2,000 scholarships to Westwood resident high school seniors. Eligible students may attend Westwood High School or a private high school.

To date, the committee said 42 students from six high schools have received SKMO/WCGO scholarships. Over the past 29 years, the outing has raised some $147,000 for charities.

Applications are available in the clerkʼs office at the Westwood Municipal Center, the Recreation

Department at the Westwood Community Center, and on the Borough of Westwood website, or by request from westwoodcgo@gmail.com or through guidance offices. The 30th annual Skip Kelley Memorial Outing is Thursday, Sept. 10, at Valley Brook Golf Course. For more information contact Peter Grefrath at 201-913-9598 or Peter.Grefrath@gmail.com, or visit westwoodcgo@gmail.com.

OLGC scholarships

Our Lady of Good Counsel Church is offering two $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors in the Class of 2026. Applicants must be Bergen County residents whose families are parishioners of Our Lady of Good Counsel Church. The scholarships must be applied toward tuition for full-time enrollment at an accredited institution of higher education, including a college, business school, nursing school or technical school. Awards will be presented upon proof of enrollment. Applications and details available at the church or the rectory of Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 668 Ridgewood Road, Township of Washington.

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Earth Day Art Supply Swap April 25

WESTWOOD—Celebrate Westwood Arts Hub, in partnership with the Westwood Public Library, will host a community art supply swap on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the library in observance of Earth Day. The event invites residents to donate unused art materials and pick up supplies for their own creative projects, with no money exchanged. The swap is intended

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to encourage reuse, reduce waste, and support sustainable creativity in the community.

Donations of unused supplies — including paints, canvases, skeins of yarn, and brushes — will be accepted inside the library April 20–24. Organizers ask that all items be in “ready-to-create” condition and not dried out/ unusable.

Participants are encouraged to bring supplies to contribute, take

only what they need, and be considerate of fellow swappers. The event will be first come, first served. Any items remaining at the end of the day will be donated to the Westwood Public Library.

Attendees are encouraged to bring reusable bags.

Info: celebratewestwood.org and Heather OʼHara at westwoodartshub@gmail.com.

K-S Scholarship for Jewish high school seniors; deadline May 31 HE K-S Scholarship Foundation, admin-

istered by Congregation Bʼnai Israel in Emerson, will again award a $1,000 scholarship to a deserving student in 2026.

The scholarship will be awarded to a Jewish high school senior, from either the Pascack Valley area or surrounding communities, who meets certain eligibility requirements that include demonstrating academic achievement and financial need.

Applicants must currently be Jewish high school seniors who reside in Closter, Cresskill, Demarest, Dumont, Emerson, Harrington Park, Haworth, Hillsdale, Norwood, Oradell, Old Tappan, Paramus, Park Ridge, Ridgewood, River

Edge, River Vale, Township of Washington, Westwood, or Woodcliff Lake.

Judging criteria include demonstrating academic achievement and financial need. Applicants need not be a member of Congregation Bʼnai Israel in Emerson.

To obtain an application, contact Congregation Bʼnai Israelʼs office administrator at 201265-2272 or office@bisrael.com. Applications must be submitted by May 31, 2026. The recipient will be notified on or about June 15, 2026.

Congregation Bʼnai Israel is a conservative, egalitarian synagogue located at 53 Palisade Avenue in Emerson.

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TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON — The Golden Seniors of Washington Township Scholarship Committee will again award two $1,000 scholarships to township high school seniors continuing their education after graduation.

The scholarships may be used toward tuition for a fulltime student attending any accredited institution of higher education, including a college, business school, nursing school or technical school. Awards will be made in a single payment upon proof of enrollment.

According to the committee, scholastic achievement will be an important consideration, along with financial need, community involvement and extracurricular activities.

Applications must be completed in full by the student and accompanied by a high school transcript. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applications are available through the guidance offices at

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Knights’ lasagna dinner April 10

WESTWOOD— St. Thomas More Council 2188 of the Knights of Columbus will host a lasagna dinner on Friday, April 10, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 40 Crest St. Doors open at 6 p.m. The menu includes salad, lasagna with meat and vegetarian options, meatballs, dessert, coffee, tea and soda. A cash bar will also be available. Admission $20 per person, $35 for couples age 65 and older, $15 for children 12 and under. Reservation deadline Wednesday, April 8. Proceeds support scholarships. Reservations: John Perfetto at 201-245-7555; johnperfettopgk@gmail.com. Checks payable to Knights of Columbus 2188.

Literacy volunteer training

Make a difference in your community by volunteering to teach English as a Second Language.

Since 1982, Literacy Volunteers of Pascack Valley has trained volunteers to teach English to adults in their communities.

The online workshop is led by a certified trainer. Upon completion, LVPV matches each volunteer with an appropriate student.

The workshop is open to residents of Allendale, Cresskill, Dumont, Hillsdale, Lodi, Midland Park, Montvale, New Milford, Paramus, Park Ridge, Ramsey, River Vale, Teaneck, and Westwood. Most tutoring takes place in person at local libraries, though online tutoring is also available.

Literacy Volunteers of Pascack Valleyʼs next four-session online Tutor Training Workshop will be held April 28, May 5, May 12, and May 19 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.Must be 18 or older. Register: Cheryl Chang, coordinator, or Gail Misha, assistant coordinator,

Crackerjack ‘19th century’ baseball game set for May 2

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WESTWOOD

The borough will step back in time May 2 with an Old Time Baseball Game at Westvale Park, part of Westwoodʼs celebration of Americaʼs 250th anniversary.

The free event begins at noon at Westvale Park, 235 Harrington Ave., and will feature a matchup between the Hoboken Nine Base Ball Club and the Westwood Minutemen, a team of local volunteers.

The game will be played using 19th-century rules, offering spectators a glimpse into the early days of the sport, complete with period uniforms, traditional gameplay and an emphasis on sportsmanship.

The event is designed to be family-friendly and accessible, with spectators encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy an afternoon centered on history and community. Flynnʼs Deli will provide classic ballpark-style refreshments for purchase.

The game also highlights a historical connection between Westwood and Hoboken dating back more than a century. The communities were linked by the Pascack Valley Line, which helped shape Westwoodʼs development as a commuter town while connecting residents to Hobokenʼs waterfront and transportation hub.

Organizers said the matchup echoes how players and fans might have traveled between

towns in baseballʼs early years.

Hoboken itself is widely recognized as the site of the first recorded organized baseball game, played in 1846 at the Elysian Fields. The sport quickly spread to surrounding communities, including Bergen County, where local sandlots and town teams became fixtures of community life by the late 19th century.

Westwood has its own place in baseball history as well.

Legendary player “Shoeless” Joe Jackson, one of the sportʼs most storied figures, spent time in the area later in life. A 1928 account in the Bergen Evening Record described a local game delayed by a dispute over Jacksonʼs eligibility while he was in the Westwood lineup.

Council President Lauren Letizia said the event reflects the broader goal of the boroughʼs 250th anniversary programming.

“The 250th celebrations are all about honoring our past while creating moments for our community to connect today,” Letizia said. “This game is such a unique way to bring families together, celebrate our history, and simply enjoy a great day in Westwood.”

Councilman Anthony Greco, who spearheaded the event, said the vintage game is intended to showcase the borough in a way that reflects its traditions and sense of community.

“This is a great way to highlight Westwood with something that speaks to our shared history and hometown pride,” Greco said.

Greco and Letizia also

thanked the Westwood Recreation Department for organizing the event and the borough for supporting the 250th anniversary celebrations.

For more information on Westwoodʼs 250th programming and upcoming events, visit westwoodnj.gov.

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CPR, heart seminar

The Woodcliff Lake Senior Association hosts free seminar for members only on Wednesday, April 16, at 12:30 p.m. at the Senior Center, 411 Chestnut Ridge Road. Covers CPR, how to help someone who is choking, and medications commonly used to support heart health. Led by

Josephine Higgins, a nurse and 23 EMT with the Tri-Boro Volunteer Ambulance Corps. Higgins has served with the volunteer corps for more than 50 years. .

Westwood Senior Fellowship

Meets Tuesday, April 14 at 11:30 a.m. at the Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave. Coffee and cake, and ice cream to celebrate spring. Dr. Cathy Gurman with chair yoga. See you there!

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At Pascack Hills, a hard look at the risks kids face online

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COALITION of local police departments, school counselors, and parent advocates host a community forum April 8 at Pascack Hills High School focused on the risks young people face online—from cyberbullying and sextortion to the growing threat of counterfeit pills.

“Protecting Our Kids: The Many Dangers of Social Media,” is scheduled for 7 p.m. in the Hills auditorium and is presented by the Hills Valley Coalition and the Pascack Hills PFA Parent Academy in partnership with police departments in Montvale, Woodcliff Lake, River Vale, and Hillsdale.

Organizers say the goal is to move beyond headlines and give families practical tools.

“This is about education, connection, and empowering parents,” said Jennifer Charnow, a

Hills Valley Coalition coordinator.

“These are issues affecting families right here in our community.”

Charnow is backed by fellow coordinator Jennifer Zimmermann, SAC at Hills; and secretary Marissa Watters of Montvale, a learning specialist at Hills and founder of the Pascack Valley chapter of Wait Until 8th, a pledge parents take to not give their kids smartphones until at least the 8th grade.

The evening features:

• Kristin B r i d e , founder of the Carson J. Bride Foundation, whose 16year-old son died after cyberbullying linked to the anonymous messaging app Yolo.

• Amy Neville, founder of the Alexander Neville Foundation, whose 14-year-old son died after ingesting a counterfeit pill laced with fentanyl obtained online.

• Erin Popolo, of Emmyʼs Champions, whose daughter Emily, 16, died by suicide following sustained bullying amplified through social media.

• Mary Rodee, of the Riley Basford Legacy Fund, whose son died by suicide after becoming the victim of a sextortion scheme.

Their stories, organizers say, are intended to ground the conversation in lived experience.

“These are not abstract risks,” Charnow said. “They are happening in communities like ours.”

Local perspective and prevention

In addition to the guest speakers, local law enforcement and school counseling teams will present real cases and offer guidance for families—what warning signs to watch for, how online platforms are being used, and where intervention can make a difference.

The program will also include clips from two documentaries examining the impact of social media on youth and families: Canʼt Look Away: The Case Against Social Media and Your Attention Please, both of which explore the intersection of technology, mental health, and accountability.

Organizers encourage parents and caregivers to attend.

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JCC seniors celebrate Passover with music, community

RIVER EDGE — The JCC of Northern New Jerseyʼs Active Seniors program recently hosted a Passover Seder and sing-along that organizers described as a lively and well-attended community gathering.

The event combined traditional elements of the holiday with a musical twist, as participants sang their way through the story of the Exodus. Musician Hal Keshner led a Broadway-style sing-along, including

a playful rendition of “Everythingʼs Coming Up Moses.”

Organizers said the program drew strong participation from local seniors as well as guests from JCC Rocklandʼs Adult Life program, who traveled from across the state line to attend.

The event was supported by volunteers and staff, along with contributions from the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey, the Bergen County Division of Senior Services,

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The Active Seniors program meets Tuesdays and Thursdays in River Edge and offers exercise, programming and a kosher lunch. Organizers said the Seder reflected the groupʼs broader mission of fostering connection, engagement and community among older adults.

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Budget:

The proposal calls for $60,631,424 to be raised by taxation, with $2,078,200 in debt service, for a total tax levy of $62,709,624.

Business Administrator Cynthia Kirk told trustees the budget increase is driven in large part by a more than 30% rise in health care costs. The district applied a $1,897,377 healthcare adjustment to help offset those increases.

Kirk said administrators reduced the initial proposal by

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about $3.5 million, including cuts to two instructional positions and six support staff, to limit the tax impact.

Under the state funding formula, the tax burden is apportioned as follows: • Hillsdale: 23% ($14.5 million), average increase of $236 annually • Montvale: 28% ($17.6 million), average increase of $412.11 annually • River Vale: 25% ($16.3 million), average increase of $241 annually • Woodcliff Lake: 22.7% ($14.2 million), average increase of $508 annually Kirk said 67% of the budget

is allocated to salaries and benefits. She outlined several program additions, including a new microeconomics course, expanded support for English Language Learners, and professional development tied to Advanced Placement and other programs. The district also plans to expand classroom use of Gemini AI tools, add new clubs at both high schools, and purchase a school bus to improve transportation efficiency.

To meet special education needs, the budget includes funding for two paraprofessionals.

A $1.6 million capital project—replacement of the rooftop HVAC unit for Pascack Valley High Schoolʼs lecture hall—is

planned using capital reserve funds, Kirk said.

The districtʼs budget presentation was delivered via a 20minute slide show that was not visible in the archived meeting video. Pascack Press has requested a copy and asked whether the materials will be made publicly available.

Following the presentation, Interim Superintendent Dirk

Phillips and Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment Mark Russo addressed school rankings and absenteeism data, saying both can inform improvement efforts but should not be overemphasized. Russo noted that both schools ranked highly in the latest U.S. News & World Report New Jersey rankings: Pascack Hills at No. 59 and Pascack Valley at No. 61.

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Tedesco said the countyʼs anniversary observance should be rooted in service as well as celebration.

“Bergen County has always stepped up when it matters most,” Tedesco said. “As we prepare to 250th Americaʼs celebrate Anniversary, United We Serve is an opportunity to bring people together, give back to our communities, and put the values weʼre celebrating into action. This is about service, community, and

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making sure every resident has a chance to be part of this milestone.”

According to the county, volunteer opportunities will range from outdoor cleanups and beautification efforts to collection drives and hands-on projects benefiting food pantries, veterans, and seniors.

Officials said the week is designed to be flexible and accessible, with service opportunities available across Bergen County to accommodate a range of interests and schedules. Students may also use the program to earn community service hours, while businesses and corporate partners are encouraged to organize team-based volunteer efforts.

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Steigmann tasked our young adults and community to learn about the past, educate those in the present, and protect those in the future.”

Margolisʼ council colleague Julie Brodsky, also of Woodcliff Lake, praised the program.

“If we truly mean ʻNever Again,ʼ it is imperative that we continue to educate and engage future generations,” Brodsky said.

“I commend Dr. Heather Monen, Eitan Rosenberg and the entire Pascack Hills community for hosting Holocaust survivor Sami Steigmann. His testimony was deeply moving, and I was greatly encouraged to see students

choose to attend and engage with his powerful story.”

The program concluded with the Jewish Student Union choir, a subgroup of the club, singing “Oseh Shalom,” a Jewish hymn for peace.

After the program, students, parents and community members remained to speak with Steigmann one-on-one and ask questions.

Thea Velardi, grandmother of sophomore Jagger Rose, said she was proud to see students taking part.

“I am especially proud that Pascack Hills students are taking part in this remembrance,” Velardi said. “Seeing the next generation

listen, learn and carry these sto- 29 ries forward gives me hope that these lessons will never be forgotten.”

Disclosure: Contributing writer Maya Zislin is assistant Hills Life editor for The Trailblazer (phhstrailblazer.org), the student newspaper at Pascack Hills High School. She also is a member of the schoolʼs Jewish Student Union, which organized this event. Because of that personal involvement, we would not ordinarily publish such a report.

After review, however, we concluded this was a strong piece of scholastic journalism and worth sharing with our readers.

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“As the granddaughter of a Holocaust survivor and the mother of young children, it is imperative to enlighten the next generation to make sure history never repeats itself,” said Woodcliff Lake Councilwoman Jen Margolis. “Sami

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Township of Washington teams sweep BTBL titles

Three Township of Washington teams captured hard-fought BTBL Air Force Division championships in mid-March at Tenafly Middle School, with titles won by the 5th grade boys, 7th grade girls, and 8th grade girls squads.

The 5th grade boys defeated Saddle Brook Blue, 64–38, on Sunday, March 15. Tyler Collins, Matthew DiStasi, William Ferara, Mason Ferraro, Jackson Lawrence, Christian Lledo, Troy Matragas, Liam McCarthy, Ryan Mendelson, Julius Perez, Cole Perrapato, and Marcello Putrino made up the roster.

Coaches Brian Collins and Alex Mendelson credited the teamʼs unselfish play and work ethic throughout the season. “This group embodied what it means to be a team—unselfish, hardworking, and always lifting one another up.”

The 7th grade girls team edged Emerson, 29–28, in a closely contested championship game Tuesday, March 17. Team mem-

bers included Skylar Bijeic, Emily Billa, Emma Brue, Valentina Mariano, Maggie McManus, Carson Mozian, Brielle Sardina, Sadie Schembari, Valentina Tiner, Lexie Thomas, and Kelsey Wadden.

Head coach Erin Schembari and assistant coach Mike Mariano praised the teamʼs composure in a “true nail-biter,” noting their determination and trust in one another down the stretch.

The 8th grade girls team topped Montvale, 32–26, on Saturday, March 14, closing out their travel careers with a championship. The team featured Hannah Andriulli, Mia Annecchini, Lorelei Ferreira, Kelsey Mattessich, Carson Mozian, Sonam Shah, and Abbie Tekirian. Coaches Steve Tekirian, Mike Andriulli, and Ricardo Ferreira said the teamʼs growth over multiple seasons led to the title run.

Program coordinators Alex Goers and Dave Ritchie tell us the championships reflect the programʼs broader culture.

7th Grade Girls: Back row, left to right: coach Mike Mariano, Valentina Tiner, Brielle Sardina, Sadie Schembari, Maggie McManus, Lexie Thomas, Kelsey Wadden, coach Erin Schembari; front row: Emma Brue, Valentina Mariano, Emily Billa, Carson Mozian. Not pictured: Skylar Bijeic.

8th Grade Girls: Left to right: coach Mike Andriulli, Kelsey Mattessich, Carson Mozian, Lorelei Ferreira, Abbie Tekirian, coach Steve Tekirian, Sonam Shah, Mia Annecchini, Hannah Andriulli, and coach Ricardo Ferreira.

5th Grade Boys: Back row, left to right: coaches Alex Mendelson and Brian Collins; middle row: Christian Lledo, William Ferara, Matthew DiStasi, Ryan Mendelson, Mason Ferraro, Julius Perez, Tyler Collins, Marcello Putrino; front row: Troy Matragas, Jackson Lawrence, Liam McCarthy, Cole Perrapato.

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WESTWOOD—The Past Presidentsʼ Club of the Palisades District recently celebrated its 110th anniversary at the clubhouse of the GFWC/NJSFWC Womanʼs Club of Westwood.

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Warm interfaith Iftar dinner draws dozens to Emerson

More than 70 people representing multiple faith traditions gathered at Congregation Bʼnai Israel in Emerson for an interfaith Iftar dinner held in partnership with the Peace Islands Institute of Hasbrouck Heights.

The annual event, now in its seventh year, brings together members of the Jewish, Muslim, Christian and Unitarian communities to share in the breaking of the fast during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, while reflecting on themes of unity, respect and community.

Before the meal, clergy and faith leaders offered remarks emphasizing connection across traditions.

Esra Tozan, event coordinator for the Peace Islands Institute, welcomed attendees and noted the significance of returning to Emerson for the gathering. Ellen Michelson, interfaith coordinator at Congregation Bʼnai Israel, said, “By gathering together tonight for

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Rabbi/Cantor Lenny Mandel of Congregation Bʼnai Israel reflected on the shared values across faiths.

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He added, “Fasting teaches us humility. It reminds us that what we often take for granted — time, food, patience — is actually sacred. And breaking the fast reminds us that joy is not complete until it is shared.”

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“The world often tells stories about our differences. But tonight, we are telling a different story,” she said. “A story where Muslims, Jews, and Christians sit at the same table… In a world that can feel fractured, this table becomes a sign of hope.”

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The program concluded with Islamic teachings and scripture shared by Hakan Yesilova of the Peace Islands Institute, editor of The Fountain Magazine, followed by a formal call to prayer led by Imam Yosuf Mert of Edep Academy in Wayne. A traditional Turkish meal prepared by the Peace Islands Institute followed.

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MONTVALE — Pascack Hills High Schoolʼs varsity baseball team takes on Wayne Valley High School in a benefit game Saturday, April 18, at Clover Stadium, home of the Rockland Boulders, with proceeds supporting Tackle Kids Cancer.

The event will raise money and awareness for Tackle Kids Cancer, a philanthropic initiative that supports pediatric cancer research and care. Organizers tell Pascack Press the day will honor individuals and families affected by cancer.

Gates open at 10:30 a.m.

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PKRG-TV is airing a program featuring Bergen County historian Tim Adriance: “Roots of Resistance: Why Some Jersey Dutch Joined the Patriot Cause in the Revolution,” based on his March 22 lecture sponsored by the Pascack Historical Society and presented at First Congregational Church in Park Ridge.

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HACKENSACK—Bergen County officials have announced that all six county-owned golf courses are open for the 2026 season, with online tee times now available.

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335,000 rounds were played across the system in 2025.

“Weʼre excited for this yearʼs season,” County Executive James Tedesco III said, noting continued strong interest from both residents and visitors. He also pointed to the anticipated late spring opening of the new clubhouse at Overpeck Golf Course in Teaneck.

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Joseph Gerard BREEN

Joseph Gerard Breen, 81, formerly of River Vale, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026.

Affectionately known as Joe, Jay, Dad and Poppa Bear, he is already missed immensely by his loving and devoted wife, Janet; his son, Michael, and his wife, Melissa; his daughter, Stephanie, and her husband, Chris; and his three grandchildren, Natalie, Quinlan and Aidan.

Born to Agnes and Joseph Breen, Joe grew up in Palisades Park alongside his seven siblings. He attended Cliffside Park High School, where he met his beloved wife, Janet.

Joe enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1964 and served until 1970, attaining the rank of corporal. He completed one tour in Vietnam, where he managed refrigeration in the camps and also served on the front lines. During his time in the

Marines, Joe was known as a formidable boxer and an accomplished martial artist, earning a black belt in karate.

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Joe found great joy in his work, summer afternoons at Stonybrook Swim Club in Hillsdale, and family vacations to Seaside Park with his parents, siblings, nieces and nephews, often riding his motorcycle down the shore with either Stephanie or Michael riding tandem. He was a firearm enthusiast and shared that passion with his children and grandchildren. He loved going to the

movies with Janet, choosing earlier showtimes as the years went on, and dressing as Santa Claus for his grandchildren each Christmas. His family is blessed with many lifetimes of memories to cherish, share and laugh about.

A service was held March 15 at Becker Funeral Home in Westwood.

In front of a packed room of family, friends, current and former employees, and customers, Joe was eulogized by his children and honored with Marine Corps military honors.

A celebration of life followed at Domani Restaurant. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Semper Fi & Americaʼs Fund.

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Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., to Carolyn and Arnold Johannessen, Amy grew up in Park Ridge and graduated from Park Ridge High School.

There, she was on the tennis and track teams and developed a deep love of music. Gifted with a beautiful singing voice, she took voice lessons, taught herself guitar, and went on to attend Central Connecticut State University.

Her true passion was music — songwriting, poetry, piano and voice.

She later worked with a music production company and expanded her repertoire to include piano and music production. She also worked as a marketing events manager and later held marketing and hospitality positions in New York City.

Amy returned to college, earned a masterʼs degree in education, and began substitute teaching. She was excited to begin this new chapter as a teacher. Amy was remembered as beautiful, kind and a true trickster at heart. She loved music, treasured her friendships and was an animal lover.

She was the beloved daughter of the late Carolyn Johannessen and Arnold Johannessen; sister of Ronda Johannessen, Carrie Johannessen, Lori Noa and Daniel Noa; granddaughter of the late Ragnhild and Lars Skeie and the late Johanna and Alf Johannessen; niece of Ruth Sorensen, the late Dave Sorensen, the late Lennart Skeie, C. Howard Johannessen and Paula Johannessen; cousin of Moises Sorensen, David Sorensen, Sara Mooney, Chris Mooney, Cory Johannessen and Cate Johannessen; aunt of

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Judith Sue Banes, 81, of Westwood passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026. Born in Rahway, she grew up and lived in Westfield with her mother, father, two brothers and three sisters. In 1993, she moved to Westwood with her partner, Lydia. Judy worked as a social worker for more than 30 years and served many in the mental health and homeless communities, most notably through her work with Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey.

She was a member of the Presbyterian Church in Norwood, where she was always the first to volunteer her time in service and support of others.

She was heavily involved in the Stigma-Free movement in Bergen County and also helped pioneer Thanksgiving dinners at Christ Church in Hackensack for members of the mental health community spending the holidays alone. Judy is survived by her daughter, Jenny Banes-Kievit.

The family received relatives and friends on Saturday, March 28 at Becker Funeral Home.

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