January 2025 — Page 4 of 6 — Pascack Press & Northern Valley Press

U.S. Marine Sgt. Chris Hrbek, a Westwood volunteer firefighter, was killed in action in Afghanistan on Jan. 14, 2010. He was 25.

A mayor reflects on sacrifice, community, and history

January 13, 2025 Pascack Press

Ahead of the Jan. 19 memorial service on the occasion of the 15th anniversary of Marine Sgt. Chris Hrbek’s death, Mayor Ray Arroyo has asked us to reprint these remarks […]

Hail to the (ex)-chief! WLFD Chief Rob Kuehlke and ex-captain Jim Kuehlke, Herb’s sons, presented the honor, underscoring the Kuehlke family’s deep ties to the department. Pictured together, the three men embody a legacy of service that spans generations. Courtesy photo.

Kuehlke honored on his 50 years’ service

January 13, 2025 Staff

WOODCLIFF LAKE—The Woodcliff Lake Volunteer Fire Department (WLFD) celebrated a remarkable milestone this month, at the top of 2025, honoring ex-chief Herb Kuehlke for 50 years of dedicated volunteer service […]

Suzi Gerace showcases her clay mask adorned with laser-cut plastic earrings, created using the Hillsdale Library’s resources, alongside Hillsdale Free Public Library Director David Franz at the January mixed media art exhibit featuring four local artists at the Hillsdale Free Public Library.

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

January 13, 2025 Pascack Press

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 Pascack Press

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 […]

Measure of a life well-lived: Elisabeth Demarest

January 13, 2025 Pascack Press

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 […]

Montvale hits the ground running in first meeting of year

January 13, 2025 Michael Olohan

MONTVALE—Two returning incumbent council members, Dieter Koelling and Ann Marie Russo-Vogelsang, were sworn in at the Jan. 1 council reorganization meeting, along with dozens of professional appointments and scores of […]

Members of the township’s police and fire departments and ambulance corps gather with members of the community on Dec. 18, 2024 to congratulate and thank Sgt. Riedel on his 26 years of exemplary service. WTPD/Facebook

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

January 11, 2025 Michael Olohan

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 […]

A gent keeps warm in his horse-drawn buggy in this photograph snapped outside the Montvale railroad. This original station no longer stands; an arsonist burned it in 1921.

Winter at the Montvale Station

January 11, 2025 Kristin Beuscher

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 […]

Friends at the ready: You can support Erik Herzing’s Eagle project for Bergen CASA by donating through an Amazon Wish List or dropping off items at 109 Prospect Ave., Westwood. The deadline for donations is Jan. 31, though extensions may be possible. Gale Herzing/Facebook; Jan. 4.

Rising Eagle backs foster children

January 11, 2025 John Snyder

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 […]

Front to back, left to right: Jordan Pieszchata, Liv Carpenter, Emilia Rettew, Alexa Ganz (exec), Jacqueline Sohl, Cali Dembowski, Izzy Witkowski, Dana Miller, Alexandra Siller, Ethan Platt, Eric Welter, Jesse Merker, Brian Slasinski, Parker Bellaff, Brianna Deutsch, Isabella Manessis (president), Margo Perlman (exec), Ethan Rettew, Patrick Sullivan, Nick Desantis-Amin, Ryan Austein, Sean Roberts, Kyle Diaz, Gabe Guzman, Ciara Leen, Alison Garcia, Ella Gokhale, Kristina Wegner, Charlotte Moy (exec), Jeslyn Abraham (exec), Avery Mendez, Ava Manessis, Christina Ely, Alex Gaskin, Kate Barrett, Anna DeBlock, Daniella Petrillo, and Maya Newell. Michela Piccoline photo.

Toys swept full circle

January 11, 2025 Kristin Beuscher

HILLSDALE—This holiday season, the Pascack Valley High School (PVHS) Environmental Club gave used toys a vital new purpose through its annual partnership with Second Chance Toys, a nonprofit organization dedicated […]