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Eyes on a disciplinary hearing for HPD chief Smith

January 17, 2025

HILLSDALE—A disciplinary hearing will likely be held soon for police chief Sean Smith, following council’s unanimous hiring, Jan. 14, of a retired Superior Court judge to serve as the hearing […]

Returning Democratic councilwoman Jennifer Margolis, and first-time Republican councilman Christopher Bonanno, Woodcliff Lake, January 2025.

Margolis returns, Bonanno joins; Rendo talks land use

January 17, 2025

WOODCLIFF LAKE—One Democratic incumbent and a Republican newcomer were sworn in on Jan. 6 to new three-year terms on the Borough Council during the reorganization meeting before approximately three dozen […]

The raiding party with barrels seized at the V.M. road house on Old Hook Road on Jan. 17, 1925. Approximately 400 gallons of liquor were poured out on Center Avenue. Left to right: P.O. Butterfield, Marshal Allison, Police Commissioner Wyks, P.O. Bartz, Special Officer Frontera, Judge Ruckner, and Mayor Brickell. The building in the background is the Westwood Firehouse that stood on Center near Jefferson Avenue, about where the modern firehouse stands.

Bootlegger’s roost in a Westwood henhouse

January 17, 2025

WESTWOOD—A century ago, a drunken brawl in downtown Westwood led officials to an illicit distillery disguised beneath a chicken coop. We go back to the days of Prohibition for this […]

Mercer County Superior Court Judge Robert T. Lougy.

Towns take a second swing at halting state’s affordables law

January 16, 2025

MONTVALE—A second effort to halt the state’s new affordable housing law will be decided in Mercer County Superior Court on Jan. 23, after the 27 towns challenging it have found […]

The Always Westwood candidates, Cheryl Hodges and Anthony Greco, won re-election in November 2024. Campaign photo, Pascack Press background.

Incumbents Hodges, Greco sworn in; Bicocchi is president

January 16, 2025

WESTWOOD—Two incumbents were sworn in Jan. 6 at the local community center after winning a contested race for their two open seats, narrowly beating back two Democratic challengers. During the […]

Bergen County’s new superintendent of schools, Patrick Fletcher, speaks at the League of Women Voters of Northern Valley meeting on Jan. 9 at the Westwood Community Center. John Snyder photo.

Bergen County Superintendent of Schools on Civics, School Funding

January 16, 2025

WESTWOOD—Nearly three dozen parents, grandparents, educators, and past and current officials from the Pascack and Northern Valley areas gathered at the Westwood Community Center on Jan. 9 to hear from [...]

With the support of his wife, Alissa, and their children, Kristian and Hannah, and many friends old and new — here, the first major DBF fundraiser at the Knights of Columbus in Washington Township — Dennis Burke has embraced his journey with resilience, dignity, and humor. Credit: Mary Evans.

Have friends, will triumph

January 16, 2025

HILLSDALE—When Dennis Burke was diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) in June 2023, he faced not only the profound challenges posed by the disease but also the many daunting emotional [...]

Might borough settle over Block 419?

January 16, 2025

EMERSON—Mayor Danielle DiPaola surprised those attending the borough’s Jan. 7 council reorganization meeting with a hot take on the Block 419 situation: a pre-trial settlement of the borough’s long-delayed case [...]

16 Years Later: Remembering the Miracle on the Hudson

January 15, 2025

NEW YORK, N.Y.—Sixteen years ago today, a quick-thinking crew of NY Waterway ferries performed what is considered the most successful marine rescue in aviation history. On Jan. 15, 2009, US [...]

Dream Makers Art Studio mixed media art show at the Hillsdale Library

January 13, 2025

HILLSDALE— For the month of January, Dream Makers Art Studio will showcase a four-person mixed media art exhibit at the Hillsdale Free Public Library, at 509 Hillsdale Ave. This art [...]

Pascack Mayors Breakfast Returns to Iron Horse Restaurant

Pascack Mayors Breakfast Returns Jan. 22

January 13, 2025

WESTWOOD—The Greater Pascack Valley Chamber of Commerce invites residents and local professionals to kick off the new year with the Pascack Mayors Breakfast 2025, a signature event bringing together community members and local leaders for a [...]

Measure of a life well-lived: Elisabeth Demarest

January 13, 2025

Matriarch of the Demarest family and driving force behind the beloved Demarest Farms, Elisabeth Demarest (1925–2024) leaves behind a legacy of resilience, kindness, and hard work that touched countless lives in the Pascack Valley and [...]

DPW, fire, council updates; Sgt. Steve Riedel retires

January 11, 2025

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—A packed council chamber erupted in applause multiple times during the town’s annual council reorganization meeting on Monday, Jan. 6. Officers were promoted, new hires were announced, and council members reflected on the [...]

Winter at the Montvale Station

January 11, 2025

MONTVALE—Tired of getting into an ice cold car in the morning? So are we—but it could be worse! Next time you’re enduring the wait for the vents to start blowing that blessed warm air, consider [...]

Rising Eagle backs foster children

January 11, 2025

WESTWOOD—On a chilly but promising recent weekend at Stop & Shop in Emerson, Erik Herzing and a small army of supporters posted near the entrance, handing out slips of paper listing items for foster children. [...]

Towns take a second swing at halting state’s affordables law

January 16, 2025

MONTVALE—A second effort to halt the state’s new affordable housing law will be decided in Mercer County Superior Court on Jan. 23, after the 27 towns challenging it have found more alleged flaws in the [...]

US Airways Flight 1549 (N106US) after crashing into the Hudson River.

16 Years Later: Remembering the Miracle on the Hudson

January 15, 2025

NEW YORK, N.Y.—Sixteen years ago today, a quick-thinking crew of NY Waterway ferries performed what is considered the most successful marine rescue in aviation history. On Jan. 15, 2009, US Airways Flight 1549 made an [...]

Pascack Mayors Breakfast Returns Jan. 22

January 13, 2025

Dr. Julie O’Connor looks ahead on Tenafly council

January 9, 2025

TENAFLY—A proud U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), joined by Mayor Mark Zinna, officiated a ceremonial swearing-in for Councilwoman and fellow Democrat Dr. Julie O’Connor at Borough Hall on Jan. 5. “Julie O’Connor has already accomplished [...]

Experience ‘Everlight’ by Rakefet Krochmal

January 3, 2025

DEMAREST—Discover the beauty of nature through oil and acrylic paintings on canvas in Rakefet Krochmal’s exhibit Everlight, on display at the Demarest Free Public Library, 90 Hardenburgh Ave., until Jan. 31. Rakefet Krochmal, a proud [...]

Joe Desimone, COO of Greenspot; Jennifer Jackson, Tenafly Downtown Committee; Susan Corrado, Tenafly CFO (in back); Olga Milanos, chair of the Tenafly Environmental Commission (holding the ribbon); David Fanslau, Tenafly borough administrator (behind Venu Menon); Councilman Venu Menon; Mayor Mark Zinna; and Councilwoman Dr. Julie O’Connor at the Oct. 30, 2024 ribbon-cutting ceremony. Hillary Viders photo.

Tenafly celebrates launch of new EV charging stations

December 2, 2024

TENAFLY— Electric vehicle owners in Tenafly now have more places to charge their cars, thanks to the town’s new EV charging stations. On Oct. 30, Mayor Mark Zinna and Councilwoman Dr. Julie O’Connor led a ribbon-cutting ceremony [...]

At TNC, every season offers something new to discover. The centerpiece of the preserve is Pfister’s Pond, a tranquil three-acre water feature alive with dragonflies, turtles, and migratory birds.

Tenafly Nature Center an outdoor classroom and haven

December 2, 2024

TENAFLY—Nestled in the heart of Bergen County, Tenafly Nature Center (TNC) offers a unique blend of environmental preservation, outdoor exploration, and education. For more than 60 years, this independent, nonprofit, member-supported nature preserve has served [...]

Woman’s Club of Norwood and Northvale Revels in Beefsteak Dinner Fundraiser Success

November 28, 2024

Front to back, left to right: Sandra Bassillo, Lauren Ragone, Anne Marie Astudillo, Sandy Grassi, Mary Cappellini, Marta O’Connor, Whakyeong Lee, Lorraine Olsen, Donna Lanza, Jeanneth Ortz, Cindy DeLaura, Geri Becker, Joan Lohrer, Arlene Bianco, [...]

Northern NJ Community Foundation backs Teaneck High School senior, many others

November 25, 2024

TEANECK—Esa Gadson, a Class of 2024 senior at Teaneck High School, was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF). This scholarship, funded by the Jannie Smith Legacy Fund, was among [...]

‘Building Connections: Leveraging Technology to Combat Isolation’ conference to be held on Dec. 4

November 22, 2024

NORTHERN VALLEY—The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County (The Community Chest) will host the “Building Connections: Leveraging Technology to Combat Isolation” conference on Wednesday, Dec. 4 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at LG Headquarters, [...]