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As clock ticks, towns seek more time on state’s affordable housing rules

May 5, 2025

PARK RIDGE and WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J.—Pascack Valley officials tell Pascack Press that they are conducting vacant land analyses and adjustments and starting to complete affordable housing fair share plans — […]

Benjamin Sam, 15, of Dumont, is the overall winner of the Third Annual Spring Into Wellness 5K Run/Walk, held May 3, 2025, at Bethany Community Center in the Township of Washington. He finished with a time of 18:32. Among female participants, 16-year-old Madison Mahoney of the Township of Washington led the field at 22:26. John Snyder photo.

Township’s third Spring Into Wellness 5K and Health Fair brings winners running

May 4, 2025

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J. — The Third Annual Spring Into Wellness 5K Run/Walk and Health Fair returned to Bethany Community Center on Saturday, May 3, bringing together residents and visitors […]

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Forum on teens’ mental health May 7 at Hills

May 4, 2025

MONTVALE, N.J.—Parents, teachers, students, and community members are invited to a powerful evening of connection and conversation on Wednesday, May 7 at 7 p.m. at the Pascack Hills High School […]

More than two dozen New Jersey towns have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the state’s affordable housing mandate, claiming it was shaped by “backroom deals” between officials and special interests. The suit, filed in U.S. District Court, names Attorney General Matthew Platkin and Acting Courts Director Michael Blee, and seeks to block enforcement of the current laws, arguing they violate the state constitution. Pascack Press illustration.

Montvale, allies hope for better footing in federal court

May 4, 2025

MONTVALE, N.J.—Undeterred by a pair of rejections in state Superior Court, a coalition of 27 towns has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to stop New Jersey’s fourth round of affordable […]

Judge throws ERUR out on Block 419

May 4, 2025

EMERSON, N.J.—A federal lawsuit filed against Emerson and Mayor Danielle DiPaola by Emerson Redevelopers Urban Renewal (ERUR), alleging the borough caused delays that raised project costs and stalled affordable housing, […]

Quite a tussle! Following years of negotiation, the narrow tract of 450 Pascack Road is now the property of the Township of Washington. Michael Olohan photo.

Done deal: 450 Pascack a town asset

May 4, 2025

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N,.J.—Nearly a year after agreeing to purchase a 3.2-acre tract at 450 Pascack Road — briefly proposed for a 48-unit senior complex in 2020 — the township [...]

The Borough of Hillsdale and Meadowbrook School are all in on hands-on environmental stewardship. Zoltán Horváth photo.

Boro, school affirm roots: Meadowbrook Arbor Day plantings draw cheers

May 4, 2025

HILLSDALE, N.J.—Members of Hillsdale’s Environmental Commission, Mayor Michael Sheinfield, Council Member Robbert Colletti Jr., School Superintendent Robert Lombardi Jr., Principal Bell, teachers, and students gathered April 25 at Meadowbrook Elementary [...]

Art with heart: Hillsdale’s inclusive show explores belonging and voice

May 4, 2025

HILLSDALE, N.J.— The Hillsdale Free Public Library brimmed with color, creativity, and community spirit the evening of Thursday, May 1 as the Hillsdale Access for All Committee hosted its fifth [...]

‘Woodcliff Park’ opens to cheers; SpringFest, movie night, Memorial Day events on the way

May 3, 2025

WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J.—A couple hundred residents welcomed the municipality’s only borough-owned park — Woodcliff Park — in a grand opening ceremony on Saturday, May 3 at the corner of Werimus [...]

Westwood weighs outdoor dining, recycling, solar plans, and filming ordinance May 6

May 2, 2025

WESTWOOD, N.J.— The Westwood Mayor and Council will meet on Tuesday, May 6, beginning at 6:30 p.m. with a closed session, followed by the public meeting at 7:30 at Borough Hall, [...]

Chairwoman Mary Amoroso, County Executive Tedesco, Commissioner Tracy Zur, and Commissioner Steve Tanelli breaking ground on the new Overpeck Golf Course Clubhouse. Bergen County photo.

County breaks ground on $6M Overpeck Golf Course clubhouse

May 1, 2025

TEANECK, N.J.—From Bergen County’s clubhouse to ours: Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco joined members of the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, the Parks Department, and Township of Teaneck officials to break ground on a new [...]

Gently rolling River Vale as seen from Abram C. Holdrum’s farm in 1899. He owned more than 160 acres west of the Hackensack River.

Roaming the Open Landscape of Old River Vale

May 1, 2025

RIVER VALE, N.J.—The warmest week so far this year. Pasture is growing rapidly, potatoes about all planted, oats coming up. Warm rain is needed. The wheat and rye are looking fine and the outlook for [...]

Township’s 3rd Annual ‘Spring Into Wellness’ 5K, Health Fair Set for May 3

April 30, 2025

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J.—The Township of Washington invites residents of all ages to lace up for its Third Annual Spring Into Wellness 5K Run/Walk & Health Fair, returning on Saturday, May 3 at Bethany Community Center, [...]

Park Ridge school budget proposal: Costs rise, enrollment falls, tax levy up $1.1M

April 30, 2025

PARK RIDGE, N.J. — The Park Ridge Board of Education will present its proposed $40.76 million school budget for 2025–26 at a public hearing on Tuesday, May 6 at 7 p.m., inviting Ridgers to weigh in before final adoption. [...]

PVRHSD BOE appoints Dirk Phillips as interim superintendent starting May 1

April 30, 2025

MONTVALE, N.J.—Dirk Phillips, former superintendent of Glen Ridge and assistant superintendent in Berkeley Heights, was unanimously approved by the Pascack Valley Regional High School District Board of Education to serve as interim superintendent from May [...]

Don Torino, longtime president of the Bergen County Audubon Society, will debut his first monthly radio show, "The Nature Connection," on WFDU-FM RetroRadio.

Audubon’s Torino talks the bigger picture with ‘The Nature Connection’

May 3, 2025

TEANECK, N.J.—If you ever feel disconnected from the natural world around you — the birds, the bees, the Earth itself — one longtime bird enthusiast wants to help you plug back in to what matters. [...]

County breaks ground on $6M Overpeck Golf Course clubhouse

May 1, 2025

Rideshare drivers to rally in Trenton over fair pay, union rights

April 29, 2025

TRENTON — Ahead of International Workers’ Day, rideshare drivers from across New Jersey will gather at the Statehouse on Wednesday, April 30, to rally for stronger labor protections, including fair pay and the right to unionize. [...]

The Art School at Old Church hosts Garden State Art Weekend events

April 14, 2025

DEMAREST, N.J, — April 26–27, The Art School at Old Church (TASOC) will host several events, including a pop-up art market, a pottery lawn sale, painting demonstrations, and a juried gallery exhibition. April 26, a [...]

Joel Zelnik Trio presents ‘My Bill Evans: A Personal Conversation’

April 7, 2025

CLOSTER, N.J.— Jazz pianist and Closter resident Joel Zelnik will bring his acclaimed program “My Bill Evans: A Personal Conversation” to the Closter Public Library on Tuesday, April 15 at 6 p.m. The event, featuring the Joel Zelnik Trio, is inspired by Zelnik’s personal [...]

Rochelle Wimpfheimer has been named a 2025 NJBIZ ICON honoree.

The Community Chest executive director lands NJBIZ ICON honor

April 7, 2025

ENGLEWOOD—The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County announces executive director Dr. Rochelle Wimpfheimer has been named a 2025 NJBIZ ICON honoree. NJBIZ, a prominent business publication in the Garden State, awards this prestigious recognition to [...]

From left: BC Sheriff Anthony Cureton, Councilman Dan Tokayer, BC Commissioner Tracy Zur, Englewood Deputy Police Chief Matthew de la Rosa, Englewood Mayor Michael Wildes, Englewood Councilwoman Angela Midgette-David, Englewood Police Chief Thomas Greeley, Englewood Council President Dr. Lisa Wisotsky, Senator Gordon Johnson, Englewood Councilman Kevin Wilson, Englewood Rotary President Janet Pagan, BC Commissioner Germaine Ortiz, Assemblywoman Ellen Park, BC Commissioner Mary Amaroso, BC Commissioner Rafael Martes, and Assemblywoman Shama Haider. Hillary Viders photo.

Community champions

April 5, 2025

ENGLEWOOD, N.J.—The Rotary Club of Englewood on March 20 hosted a memorable evening at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, celebrating four remarkable community leaders: Bergen County Commissioner Tracy Zur, Sheriff Anthony Cureton, Englewood Police Chief Thomas [...]