2026 — Page 9 of 30 — Pascack Press & Northern Valley Press

Rally around the effort on Saturday at 10 a.m. at Pascack Valley High School’s track and field, where Prusha will represent New Jersey in the nationwide effort, joined by Hillsdale volunteer EMT Isabella Zimmerman and Hillsdale Police Sgt. Dave Sayers.

Prusha powers through for vets’ mental health

May 16, 2026 Pascack Press

PASCACK VALLEY—Jake Prusha is putting one foot in front of the other — 500 miles’ worth — for veterans, mental health awareness, and those who feel they are carrying their […]

St. Paul’s to Host America 250 Program on ‘Fighting Lutheran Parson’

May 14, 2026 Northern Valley Press

CLOSTER, N.J. — St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will mark America’s 250th anniversary with a special program on Peter Muhlenberg, the Revolutionary War-era minister and military officer remembered as “the fighting […]

A rendering shows outdoor gathering and play areas planned for Valley Chabad’s future community home at 530 Chestnut Ridge Road in Woodcliff Lake. The project, now under construction, will include worship, educational, social, and youth spaces as part of a new approximately 20,000-square-foot facility expected to open in 2027. Courtesy Valley Chabad

Valley Chabad to celebrate groundbreaking for new Woodcliff Lake home May 17

May 11, 2026 John Snyder

WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. — Valley Chabad will hold a groundbreaking and cornerstone-setting ceremony Sunday, May 17 at 11 a.m., for its new community home at 530 Chestnut Ridge Road, marking […]

Pascack Hills students gather in support of Westwood UNICO’s annual pasta dinner for autism awareness. Photo by Roseann Heytink.

Westwood UNICO dinner serves up support for autism programs

May 11, 2026 Pascack Press

By MAYA ZISLINSPECIAL TO PASCACK PRESS WESTWOOD — Westwood UNICO brought students, families and community members together April 25 for its annual pasta dinner supporting autism awareness and two special […]

Pictured from left are Bergen County Commissioner Chairman Steven Tanelli, Oradell Mayor James Koth, Stefano, Oradell Police Chief David Gangemi, Lt. Joe Maino and Councilman Ted Gullo.

Oradell honors officer for lifesaving response at hockey rink

May 11, 2026 Pascack Press

ORADELL, N.J. — The Oradell mayor and council recognized Police Officer Frank Stefano on April 28 for helping save the life of a man who collapsed during an adult hockey […]

Entertainment historian John Kenrick, a favorite speaker at the JCC of Northern New Jersey’s Active Seniors program, returns next week with “The Vessel with the Pestle: The Magic of Danny Kaye.”

JCC of Northern NJ senior program continues rapid growth

May 11, 2026 Pascack Press

RIVER EDGE, N.J. — The JCC of Northern New Jersey’s Active Seniors program continues to grow rapidly, with organizers reporting attendance that has more than tripled over the past four […]

Film historian and author Max Alvarez will join Bergen County Players for a special post-show talkback following the May 15 performance of “The 39 Steps” at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell. Photo courtesy of Bryan Goldberg Photography.

BCP’s ‘The 39 Steps’ adds film historian Max Alvarez for special talkback

May 11, 2026 Pascack Press

ORADELL, N.J. — Bergen County Players is pairing its fast-moving stage production of “The 39 Steps” with a special appearance by noted film historian and author Max Alvarez at the […]

Ars Musica Chorale closes its 60th anniversary season Saturday, May 30, at West Side Presbyterian Church in Ridgewood with Poulenc’s Gloria and André Thomas’ Mass: A Celebration of Love and Joy, joined by the Adelphi Orchestra. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m.

Ars Musica Chorale closes landmark 60th anniversary season with Francis Poulenc’s Gloria and André Thomas’ Mass: A Celebration of Love and Joy

May 11, 2026 Pascack Press

RIDGEWOOD, N.J.— Ars Musica Chorale closes its landmark 60th Anniversary Season with an electrifying celebration of music, spirit, and community. The program features Francis Poulenc’s Gloria and André Thomas’ Mass: A Celebration of […]

EarthFest returns to Teaneck on Saturday, May 30, with food, nonprofit exhibitors, conversation and a concert by acclaimed hammered dulcimer artist Max ZT at the Ethical Culture Society of Bergen County. The outdoor gathering begins at 6 p.m., followed by the concert at 8 p.m.

EarthFest, Max ZT concert set May 30

May 11, 2026 Northern Valley Press

TEANECK, N.J.—EarthFest, an outdoor gathering of food, vendors, nonprofits and conversation, is set for Saturday, May 30, at the Ethical Culture Society of Bergen County, 687 Larch Ave. The event […]

Anthony Rizzo, left, was elected May 8 as next president of the board of the Pascack Valley Chamber of Commerce. He succeeds Tony Pallogudis, right, who recruited him as vice president three years ago. (Rizzo portrait Havana Photography.)

Chamber marks new leadership, small-business push at Westwood library

May 8, 2026 John Snyder

WESTWOOD—The Greater Pascack Valley Chamber of Commerce marked Small Business Month on Friday, May 8, with a morning program at the Westwood Public Library focused on practical resources for local […]