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The students of Park Ridge posed for this photograph outside their schoolhouse in the late 1880s. The first Monday of September meant back-to-school time. (Colorized photo)

Back to school at Park Ridge, round about 1890

August 29, 2026

PARK RIDGE, N.J.—Laptops? Air-conditioned schools? Artificial intelligence?! This group would have settled for indoor plumbing. As we send the kids back to school, let’s take a look at one of […]

Focus on the future: Schools Superintendent Robert Lombardy, second from right, and district officials past and present after signing a ceremonial steel beam marking a milestone in the renovation and expansion of George G. White Middle School on July 24, 2026. John Snyder photo.

BOE builds out Superintendent Lombardy’s contract through 2031

August 29, 2026

HILLSDALE, N.J.—School trustees approved a new five-year contract with Superintendent Robert Lombardy at their Aug. 24 meeting, extending his employment through June 30, 2031. The vote was 4-0, with trustee […]

Based on Mel Brooks’ classic 1967 film, “The Producers” follows struggling Broadway producer Max Bialystock and nervous accountant Leo Bloom as they devise a seemingly foolproof scheme to make money by staging the biggest flop in theatrical history. Photo by Richard Frant/Frant Visuals

Bergen County Players opens 94th season with Mel Brooks’ ‘The Producers’

August 29, 2026

ORADELL, N.J.—Bergen County Players will raise the curtain on its 94th season with the area premiere of Mel Brooks’ “The Producers,” running Sept. 19 through Oct. 10 at the Little […]

This grave is among the oldest in the cemetery that lies just north of the Pascack Reformed Church in Park Ridge. It belongs to Peter G. Haring, who, along with his wife Elizabeth, was a founding member of this church in 1813. He was also a veteran of the American Revolution.

Mayor hopes to honor Revolutionary War veterans Peter G. Haring, Jacob Wortendyke

August 29, 2026

PARK RIDGE, N.J.—As part of the borough’s ongoing 250th anniversary celebration, Mayor Keith Misciagna told the Borough Council on Aug. 11 that he hopes to honor two Revolutionary War veterans […]

Going places! From left: Park Ridge junior golfer Brooklyn Behrens with LPGA star Brooke Henderson at the 2025 ShopRite LPGA Classic on Seaview’s Bay Course in Galloway; Brooklyn competing at the 2026 U.S. Kids Golf World Championship in Pinehurst, North Carolina; and Brooklyn with her father and longtime coach, Tom Behrens. Left photo by Tom Behrens; center and right photos courtesy of U.S. Kids Golf.

Brooklyn Behrens makes her mark on world stage

August 29, 2026

PARK RIDGE, N.J.—Three years after emerging as a local Drive, Chip & Putt standout, 10-year-old Brooklyn Behrens of Park Ridge is making her mark on the international junior golf circuit. […]

Westwood Cares seeks donations as emergency assistance funds run low

August 28, 2026

WESTWOOD, N.J. — Westwood Cares is appealing to the community for donations as its funds for helping local residents facing financial emergencies run critically low. The nonprofit assists Westwood residents [...]

Hillsdale school board to consider superintendent contract extension, George White gym reopening

August 24, 2026

HILLSDALE, N.J.—The Hillsdale Board of Education is expected to consider a new five-year employment agreement with Superintendent Robert V. Lombardy Jr. when it meets Monday, Aug. 24. Under the resolution, [...]

Kids stir lemonade stand into ALS fundraiser

August 24, 2026

WESTWOOD, N.J.—An enterprising group of Westwood children spent a summer afternoon turning a neighborhood lemonade and snack stand into a fundraiser for families affected by ALS. ALS, or amyotrophic lateral [...]

Borough stars with Guttenberg, Brinkley, family in ‘American Summer’

August 24, 2026

WESTWOOD, N.J.—A film that explores a life-changing summer for one youngster growing up in small-town America is the focus of a new movie by a borough native, featuring scenes shot [...]

Stiffed on wages, railroad men stopped the trains

August 24, 2026

PASCACK VALLEY AREA, N.J.—By August 1876, the railroad workers on the Pascack Valley line were fed up. For months, they had gone without pay. Now it was time to send [...]

Emily Kratzer of the Township of Washington, N.J. Courtesy photo

‘What covering community has taught me’: On newspapers, civic engagement, and the value of knowing the people around us

August 24, 2026

BY EMILY KRATZERSPECIAL TO PASCACK PRESS TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J—My love of the First Amendment and newspapers informs much of who I am. I’m an avid reader of Pascack Press because of its professional coverage [...]

’The 10U Girls River Vale Revolution summer softball team roster: Brooklynn Mikalouskas, Landyn Thomson, Olivia DiPaolo, Nicole Clarke, Cece Risalvato, Charlotte Laipple, Reagan Sutter, Lily Sousa, Annie Lustberg, Annaliesa Hartigan, Lia Vallejo, and Leah Ortiz. Head coach: Erin DiPaolo. Assistant coaches: Arianna Thomson, Alex Laipple, James Sutter. Team photo.

Revolution 10U rolls through

August 24, 2026

RIVER VALE, N.J.—Twenty-three games for 23 wins. With three golden championships. For the River Vale Revolution 10U girls travel softball team, the numbers tell the story of a perfect summer. But head coach Erin DiPaolo [...]

Soldier’s sacrifice honored 84 years later

August 24, 2026

PARK RIDGE, N.J.—More than eight decades after First Sgt. Daniel Proctor died as a prisoner of war in the Philippines, his service and sacrifice came home to his family. On Aug. 11, American Legion Post [...]

On floods, ‘the need is clear and now’

August 24, 2026

PASCACK VALLEY AREA, N.J.—Hillsdale Mayor Michael Sheinfield told residents Aug. 11 that a proposed $8.9 million flood mitigation and brook improvement project — aimed at reducing flooding and improving water quality in four Pascack Valley [...]

Nicodemo sworn as county elections chief, succeeding WT’s Francica

August 23, 2026

HACKENSACK, N.J.—Anthony Nicodemo was sworn in Aug. 4 as Bergen County superintendent of elections, succeeding Debra Francica of the Township of Washington, who served in the role since 2021. Nicodemo, who worked for six years [...]

Tenafly concert introduces Bergen County to Washington’s go-go sound

August 17, 2026

TENAFLY, N.J. — A musical tradition born in Washington, D.C., will take the stage downtown Tuesday evening when The JoGo Project performs as part of the borough’s municipal concert series. The free concert begins at [...]

A 19th-century view of the Demarest railroad station, with the hotel on the hill in the background. This luxurious resort catered to well-to-do New Yorkers at a time when the Northern Valley was a vacation destination.

The Hotel on the Hill in Demarest

August 13, 2026

DEMAREST, N.J.—The location of this 1880s photo should be easy to place—the Demarest Railroad Station has been a focal point in town since it was built in 1874, and it has changed little over time. [...]

Guitarist Tomas Rodriguez returns to St. Paul’s Oct. 4

August 10, 2026

CLOSTER, N.J.—Guitarist and composer Tomas Rodriguez returns to St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church on Sunday, Oct. 4, at 3 p.m. as part of the church’s 2026–2027 Concert & Lecture Series. Rodriguez, a New York City-based [...]

Heat advisory issued through Friday evening

August 5, 2026

PASCACK VALLEY—A heat advisory will be in effect from 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, through 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, with heat index values expected to reach around 100 degrees. The advisory covers Bergen County [...]

Alcruz honored with Lifetime Achievement Award

August 3, 2026

Old Tappan resident Melissa Alcruz has been recognized with a 2026 Global Recognition Award for Lifetime Achievement, honoring more than three decades of leadership in marketing, branding, and creative strategy. Alcruz’s career has included leadership [...]

From the Lower East Side to Bergen Family Center

August 3, 2026

ENGLEWOOD, N.J.—Aaron Daly’s journey to becoming CEO of Bergen Family Center began far from the executive offices where he now leads an organization dedicated to strengthening families and communities. Growing up on the Lower East [...]

Youth volunteers with Solis and Luna Arts recently brought a therapeutic music program to North Cliff Elementary School, sharing performances designed to use music as a way to connect, inspire, and bring comfort. Courtesy photo.

Back where it began: Young musicians return to North Cliff school to share the joy of music

August 3, 2026

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS—The young musicians from Solis and Luna Arts did not have to travel far to find an audience that mattered. They simply returned to where many of their own stories began. On May 27, [...]

Northvale lifesavers Joan Bohan and Mike Schulman honored as Hometown Heroes

August 2, 2026

HACKENSACK—The Fifth Congressional District was on full display Friday, July 31, as first responders, veterans, educators, volunteers, nonprofit leaders, and community advocates from across North Jersey gathered at the Hackensack Performing Arts Center to be [...]

New rules of the road on e-bikes

July 26, 2026

TRENTON — New e-bike regulations took effect July 19, requiring riders across the state to meet licensing, registration and helmet requirements and, for faster models, carry liability insurance. Under the law, e-bikes are divided into [...]

Hackensack seeks volunteers for giant puppet workshops, Oct. 3 parade

July 21, 2026

HACKENSACK — The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation is inviting residents of all ages to help create giant puppets for Illumination 250, an all-day arts festival celebrating America’s 250th anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 3, in [...]