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August 27, 2025
HomeAuthorsMichael Olohan

Articles by Michael Olohan

"On the western edge of the downtown is one of the most recognizable 19th century structures - the historic Samuel P. Cole House. This house is a link to Westwood’s early days of development from a simple crossroads to the “Hub of the Pascack Valley." – From a 2020 report by historic restorer Tim Adriance.
Pascack Press

‘Landmark’ decision! Samuel P. Cole House earns spot in historic district

October 16, 2024 Michael Olohan

WESTWOOD—Thousands of motorists pass by the stately Samuel P. Cole House near the corner of Irvington Street and Washington Avenue every day. The house, a prime example of Second Empire […]

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Pascack Press

Borough Council SLEO info session Oct. 21; district security forum Oct. 29

October 15, 2024 Michael Olohan

WOODCLIFF LAKE—Borough officials will hold an information session on the need for special law enforcement officers (SLEOs) at Dorchester Elementary and Woodcliff Middle schools during the Borough Council meeting on […]

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Hillsdale

New SRO approved for Pascack Valley High School; cost-sharing talks ongoing

October 14, 2024 Michael Olohan

HILLSDALE—The Borough Council unanimously approved the hire of a new school resource officer (SRO) for Pascack Valley Regional High School on Oct. 8, though concerns were raised about the distribution […]

School board races 2024
Emerson

Pascack Press Election Guide 2024: Our regional and local school board races

October 14, 2024 Michael Olohan

PASCACK VALLEY—Two candidates are contesting one Pascack Valley Regional High School Board seat in River Vale, and three candidates are vying for two open seats in both Montvale and Park […]

Montvale

Pascack Press Election Guide 2024: Westwood, Woodcliff Lake

October 13, 2024 Michael Olohan

PASCACK VALLEY—Five council races are contested in the Pascack Valley this Nov. 5, with Republicans and Democrats competing for seats. Here’s a rundown of the candidates and their views in […]

Affordable housing
Emerson

Mayors advised: Act on housing plans by Jan. 31

October 13, 2024 Michael Olohan

PASCACK VALLEY—North Jersey mayors face critical deadlines to adopt and file their fourth-round affordable housing obligation numbers or risk losing immunity to builder’s remedy lawsuits. Towns must have their housing […]

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Montvale

Ghassali updates mayors on suit over new affordables law

October 12, 2024 Michael Olohan

PASCACK VALLEY—Montvale Mayor Mike Ghassali told a group of Bergen County mayors Oct. 8 that he anticipated at least up to 30 or more towns to join a recently filed […]

Township of Washington
Pascack Press

Auditor says town’s finances excellent

October 11, 2024 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—The township’s auditor said at the Oct. 7 council meeting that the 2023 audit showed the municipality “continues to be in excellent financial condition.” Gary Vinci of Lerch, […]

Northern Valley Press

School board contests in focus: A guide to the Nov. 5 General Election

October 6, 2024 Michael Olohan

NORTHERN VALLEY—When we head to the polls on Tuesday Nov. 5, or take advantage of early in-person voting or possibly vote by mail — which started as of late September […]

Emerson

Pascack Press Election Guide 2024: Emerson, Hillsdale, and Park Ridge

October 4, 2024 Michael Olohan

PASCACK VALLEY—Five council elections are contested on Nov. 5 in the Pascack Valley, with Republicans and Democrats competing for seats on the dais. Here’s a rundown of the candidates and […]

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