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December 27, 2025
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Pascack Press

Voters reelect Dell, Bicocchi in close Westwood Council contest

November 9, 2025 John Snyder

WESTWOOD — Republican incumbents Beth Anne Dell and Robert Bicocchi were re-elected to the Borough Council on Nov. 4, defeating Democrats Kyle C. Lagatol and Kathryn M. Mundhenk, according to […]

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Pascack Press

Fends off DeSena, Stamatopoulos: Calamari wins third term as mayor

November 9, 2025 John Snyder

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON — Mayor Peter Calamari won a third term and his Republican running mates, Thomas J. Sears and Daisy N. Velez, retained the two available Township Council seats […]

Five Dimes Brewery, at 247 Westwood Ave., occupies the former L.N. Grand 5 & 10 Cent Store, a longtime downtown landmark. The brewery, which opened in 2021, quickly became a hub for local music, community gatherings, and craft beer enthusiasts. (Courtesy photo)
Community Voices

Objectors spill into Five Dimes variance update; hearing carried to Dec. 1

November 7, 2025 John Snyder

WESTWOOD—Eight downtown property interests, represented by Herold Law P.A., appeared Monday night to oppose Five Dimes Brewery’s bid to update its 2020 site-plan and use-variance approvals—but it was not their […]

Local shelters and rescues say they are stretched to the limit as the federal shutdown deepens, leaving some families unable to afford food or veterinary care for their pets. (Courtesy photo / Pet ResQ, Inc.)
Northern Valley Press

Animal rescues, food pantries feel strain as shutdown deepens

November 5, 2025 John Snyder

As the federal government shutdown stretches into its fifth week, Bergen County’s food pantries are not the only ones struggling to keep up with growing need. Animal rescue groups say […]

Five Dimes Brewery, at 247 Westwood Ave., owned by Chris Alepa, got its feet wet in a series of soft openings, then blew the roof off in its official grand opening weekend, April 22–24, 2021. Festivities included live music by Midnight Moonlight, fanfare by the Police Pipes & Drums of Bergen County, and treats by Cakes of Wrath. (Courtesy photo)
Pascack Press

Update: Five Dimes brewery hearing still on ZBA agenda

November 3, 2025 John Snyder

WESTWOOD — The Zoning Board of Adjustment intends to start a requested hearing on an application by Five Dimes Brewery Monday night, but the full proceedings will have to wait until […]

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Northern Valley Press

SNAP benefits said partially restored amid federal shutdown; Bergen Volunteers offers resources

November 3, 2025 John Snyder

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture says it will partially fund Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits through November, averting — for now — a complete halt in aid to […]

'I Shall Not Hate' at PCAT Nov, 9, 2025
Northern Valley Press

‘I Shall Not Hate’ as a ray of hope: Tenafly Presbyterians host exclusive U.S. screening Nov. 9

November 2, 2025 John Snyder

The Presbyterian Church at Tenafly (PCAT) is honored to host the exclusive U.S. screening of I Shall Not Hate on Sunday, Nov. 9, at 4 p.m., bringing to Bergen County […]

The creation of PSO secretary Kristy O’Connor, monster Gerald (middle of photo, green fur) emerged to help with Trunk of Treat. He’s made a much more meaningful connection in the life of Washington School. Photos by school parent Maureen Colombo.
Pascack Press

It’s a monster thing: Gerald, Washington School’s ‘second mascot,’ is a PSO sensation on the grow

October 31, 2025 John Snyder

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—Meet Gerald, Washington School’s friendly green monster, who has quickly become a beloved part of the school community. Concocted by PSO volunteer Kristy O’Connor, Gerald began life as […]

Home security footage captures a coyote attacking a woman and her dog in Woodcliff Lake on Oct. 20. Inset: stock image of a coyote (Getty Images).
Pascack Press

Woman, dog recovering after coyote attack; officials urge caution

October 21, 2025 John Snyder

WOODCLIFF LAKE — A 31-year-old local woman and a loyal golden retriever are recovering after both were bitten by a coyote in the backyard of their home early Monday afternoon, Oct. 20, according […]

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Pascack Press

PBA presses for answers in police sergeant exam probe

October 20, 2025 John Snyder

WOODBRIDGE — The New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association (NJSPBA) is urging the Civil Service Commission (CSC) to ensure transparency and fairness following allegations of cheating during the Police Sergeant […]

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