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October 25, 2026
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Year: 2026

Jamik Ligon has taken his storytelling to the microphone. In January 2026, he launched the “Every Runner, Every Day” podcast, featuring conversations with runners about training, perseverance and the role running plays in their lives. Photo at right, by John Snyder at River Vale Day 2026.
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Runner on track with book release

October 16, 2026 John Snyder

RIVER VALE, N.J.—After 36 marathons and more than 150 road races, Jamik Ligon has earned the right to call himself a runner. But he doesn’t think anyone needs to go […]

The Pascack Valley votes!
Election

East-side cell service fix divides council hopefuls as election nears

October 16, 2026 Michael Olohan

HILLSDALE, N.J.—The debate over how best to improve vital cellular service on the borough’s east side has emerged as a key issue in the Nov. 3 Borough Council election. The […]

The Pascack Valley votes!
Community Voices

Battle for the gavel in ‘The Family Town’ 

October 16, 2026 Michael Olohan

EMERSON, N.J.—Republican Mayor Danielle DiPaola is making her case for a third term, against Democratic challenger Joseph Solimando, III in the Nov. 3 municipal election. Two Borough Council seats also […]

The “before” picture. Dozens of men age 55-plus have signed up for Westwood Recreation’s inaugural functional fitness program, which will meet weekly at the Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave. It’s free for borough residents. John Snyder photo
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New men’s fitness class off to a strong start

October 16, 2026 John Snyder

WESTWOOD, N.J.—What brings a roomful of men, ages 55 to 88, to the Westwood Community Center on a Friday afternoon for a new fitness class? For Alex, 72, of Westwood, […]

Hillsdale's governing body 2026: Councilman Robert Colletti Jr., Republican, term ends Dec. 31, 2027; Council President Clemente Osso, Republican, term ends Dec. 31, 2026; Councilman Anthony DeRosa, Republican, term ends Dec. 31, 2028; Councilman Chris Camp, Democrat, term ends Dec. 31, 2028; Mayor Michael Sheinfield, Democrat, term ends Dec. 31, 2027; Councilwoman Melissa Mazza Chiong, Democrat, term ends Dec. 31, 2027; and Councilman John Ruocco, Republican, term ends Dec. 31, 2026.
Community Voices

Memorial Field celebration set for Oct. 18

October 16, 2026 Michael Olohan

HILLSDALE, NJ.—Hillsdale will celebrate the newly renovated Memorial Field with a grand opening Sunday, Oct. 18, beginning at noon. The residents-only event will feature food, music and games. Borough Administrator […]

James Perlas of Cresskill stars as Dracula in Bergen County Players’ Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, running Oct. 24–Nov. 14 at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell. Inset: Co-playwright Steve Rosen. Richard Frant/FrantVisuals LLC
Community Voices

Bergen County Players plans Halloween festivities, ‘Dracula’ writer talkback

October 15, 2026 Pascack Press

ORADELL, N.J.—Bergen County Players will celebrate Halloween weekend with a costume contest, special ticket offer and a post-show discussion with playwright Steve Rosen during its production of “Dracula: A Comedy […]

Michael Ullman
Pascack Press

Ullman resigns from Township Council, citing time demands; vacancy opens

October 15, 2026 John Snyder

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J.— Council Vice President Michael Ullman resigned effective Oct. 13, saying he could no longer devote the time necessary to fulfill his responsibilities to residents. His departure leaves […]

Margaret Levy-Cook, left, with Lee Tremble, recipient of the Gold Heart Volunteer Award at Meals on Wheels North Jersey’s Oct. 1 fundraising gala. Tremble was honored for his many years of dedicated volunteer service to the organization and the homebound seniors it serves. Richard Frant/FrantVisuals LLC.
Community Voices

Meals on Wheels NJ honors Lee Tremble, Christ Lutheran Church

October 14, 2026 John Snyder

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J.—When Meals on Wheels North Jersey Executive Director Janelle Larghi had a problem, she knew the words Lee Tremble would have trouble resisting. “I need your help.” […]

Members of the Montvale Volunteer Fire Department, via Facebook. Retrieved Oct. 12, 2026
Montvale

Water pressure changes trigger 19 fire alarms across Montvale

October 13, 2026 John Snyder

MONTVALE, N.J.—Water pressure changes associated with work by Veolia on a water tank and pumps triggered fire alarms at 19 buildings across Montvale early Tuesday, Oct. 13, prompting a response […]

The Hopper manor house, now Becker Funeral Home, on Kinderkamack Road opposite Jefferson Avenue
Back in Time

An 1860s trip through the Pascack Valley: Part 4

October 12, 2026 Kristin Beuscher

PASCACK VALLEY—As we continue our stagecoach journey through the 1860s Pascack Valley, we follow the path that the stagecoach made through this area 165 years ago.  The route began at […]

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