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Board: BMW site concept squares with goals

August 8, 2025 Michael Olohan

WOODCLIFF LAKE—A major redevelopment of the former BMW campus is one step from approval, with officials set to vote Aug. 18 on a plan that would bring nearly 400 housing […]

Onlookers fill Bergen Street as firefighters douse flames in the Bergen Building, March 10, 1911.

Englewood’s Bergen Building has withstood time (and fire)

August 8, 2025 Kristin Beuscher

ENGLEWOOD—It was August 1900 when the first shovels hit the dirt at Engle and Bergen streets, marking the beginning of the Bergen Building. A three-story brick structure would soon rise […]

Rep. Josh Gottheimer honored 21 Fifth District residents as Hometown Heroes during a July 18 ceremony at the Hackensack Performing Arts Center, including Joseph Bianco of Closter, Barry Wood of Harrington Park, Robert Tracy of Norwood, and Lisa Blumer of Teaneck. Courtesy photo.

Local doers honored as heroes

August 8, 2025 Staff

NORTHERN VALLEY—Among the 21 North Jersey residents recognized as Hometown Heroes by U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer on July 18 were four familiar names from the Northern Valley: Joseph Bianco of […]

VISITING EH on July 23: Summer Business Apprenticeship Program high school juniors and seniors, as backed by the North New Jersey Chamber of Commerce and Bergen Family Center's The Zone. John Snyder photo.

Career prescription: Englewood Health seminar connects with kids

August 8, 2025 John Snyder

ENGLEWOOD—Englewood Health welcomed local high school students on Tuesday, July 23, for its Youth Career Day — designed for students participating in the city of Englewood’s Summer Business Apprenticeship Program […]

Jim Clark competes in the bike and trail run segments of the 2024 USA Triathlon Off-Road National Championship at Hagg Lake, Oregon, for his third national title. Jim Clark photos.

Staying on purpose, for the win

August 8, 2025 John Snyder

HILLSDALE—Local endurance athlete Jim Clark, 75, has once again proven that age is no barrier to excellence. On July 13, Clark claimed first place in his age group at the […]

A still from surveillance footage shows a 15-year-old e-bike rider moments before colliding with a car exiting a Montvale gas station on July 18. Montvale Police.

Teen in viral e-bike vs. car crash video recovering; debate flares over e-bike safety, speed, and responsibility

August 6, 2025 Staff

MONTVALE—A crash involving a fast-moving e-bike and a car exiting a gas station on Chestnut Ridge Road has reignited community debate over the rules, risks, and responsibilities of sharing the […]

Former Don Bosco wrestling coach dies in Woodcliff Lake crash

August 4, 2025 Pascack Press

WOODCLIFF LAKE—Frank J. Fea, 24, of Middletown, N.Y., was killed in a motorcycle crash on Friday afternoon, Aug. 1, at the intersection of Pascack Road and West Hill Road, according […]

Two original paintings by Hillsdale teen artist Priya Bavalia, on display at the Hillsdale Free Public Library in August. The works reflect her range—from serene landscapes to bold, abstract portraiture—and are part of her exhibition to raise awareness and funds for the Pulmonary Hypertension Association.

Teen artist uses her work to raise awareness for pulmonary hypertension

August 4, 2025 Staff

HILLSDALE—Throughout August, the Hillsdale Free Public Library is exhibiting acrylic-on-canvas paintings by Priya Bavalia, a local teen artist whose work spans geometric designs, serene landscapes, and expressive portraits—all centered on […]

Undefeated Champs — Emerson 1–2 capped a perfect summer travel season in the Kinderkamack Softball League with a 13–4 win over River Edge in the championship, finishing 12-0-1 overall. The Cavos’ success was fueled by clutch hitting, solid defense, and a true team effort all season long.

Emerson 1–2 undefeated summer champs

August 4, 2025 Staff

EMERSON 1-2 completed an undefeated summer travel season in the Kinderkamack Softball League, defeating River Edge 13–4 in the championship. This win capped a remarkable season by the Cavos, who […]

For the win! Coaches’ row (top): Mike Carcich (head coach), Jenn Palko (asst. coach), Jon Gray (asst. coach), Angelo DeSalvo (asst. coach). Players standing: Alexa Palko, Alexia Perez, Juliette Rose Connolly, Jackie Giella, Miranda Gray, Katie Tucker, Gabi Aguilar. Players kneeling: Hailey Carcich, Taylor Zeller, Lila Manning, Olivia Kim, Lucia DeSalvo, Kylie Mulhern, Lily Polvere. Not pictured: player Anaya Modi and assistant coach Tom Mulhern. Courtesy photo

Emerson 12U Softball: undefeated KSL champs

August 4, 2025 Staff

EMERSON—The Emerson 12U softball team capped an outstanding summer with a commanding 7–0 victory over Montvale in the Kinderkamack Softball League (KSL) championship, completing an undefeated league season and cementing […]