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December 9, 2025
HomeAuthorsMichael Olohan

Articles by Michael Olohan

All 10 light poles at the Township of Washington’s Memorial Field now carry permanent warning signs. Michael Olohan photo.
Pascack Press

Memorial Field shock warnings: Accident surfaces wiring concern over 10 newer light poles; town says fixes due ‘soon’

October 31, 2025 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—Town administration has posted signs on all 10 light poles at Memorial Field warning users not to touch them due to a risk of electric shock — possibly […]

A new look for old George G. White Middle School
Hillsdale

Funding school improvements

October 31, 2025 Michael Olohan

HILLSDALE—School trustees agreed Oct. 13 to issue $47.4 million in school bonds in November to fund the renovation of George White Middle School, marking the second phase of school bonding […]

Mike Olohan — I Voted stickers
Emerson

Election 2025: Early voting totals strong across Pascack Valley; governor’s race tops Nov. 4 ballot

October 28, 2025 Michael Olohan

HACKENSACK—Early voters in Pascack Valley know a good thing when they find it, said a county elections official discussing in-person early voting. Nearly 45,000 registered Bergen County voters, of a […]

Township of Washington's Bethany Center hosts in-person voting Nov. 4 — not early voting
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Township clerk: Early voters should note official sites — not Bethany

October 28, 2025 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON— Township officials are reminding residents that the new polling place at Bethany Community Center is not an early voting location. The site, at 605 Pascack Road, will be open only on Tuesday, Nov. […]

Bethany Community Center, 605 Pascack Road, is a wellness and recreation hub offering fitness facilities, classes, sports, and community programs for all ages. It partners with local groups to provide activities ranging from swimming and martial arts to music and senior programs, and also serves as a worship site for Bethany Church.
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DPW at Bethany needs $58K in upgrades; lease, improvements total nearly $162K

October 27, 2025 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—Township officials say they hope to begin work soon on a new driveway and security fencing at the Bethany Community Center property, the proposed site for an 18-month […]

A detail from Boswell Engineering’s fall 2024 Pre-Demolition Survey Report for the former swim club property at 464 Ridgewood Boulevard North. The survey was conducted to identify potential hazards—including asbestos, lead-based paint, universal waste, underground storage tanks, and PCBs—prior to demolition or redevelopment. Officials say the survey was a proactive step to ensure safety during future site work.
Pascack Press

Swim club grant OK’d; 450 Pascack work advances

October 27, 2025 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—Township Administrator Mark DiCarlo reported Oct. 20 that a nearly $84,000 grant to reimburse preliminary studies of contamination at the former Washington Township Swim & Recreation Club was […]

Aspiring Hillsdale athletes gather to witness the start of the Memorial Field project, looking forward to playing on new football, baseball and softball fields. Anthony DeRosa photo.
Hillsdale

Shovels in, kids on the go, as borough breaks ground on $5.8M Memorial Field improvement

October 25, 2025 Michael Olohan

HILLSDALE—More than 100 residents — including public officials, local sports association leaders, and young athletes — turned out Oct. 20 for the official groundbreaking on the $5.8 million Memorial Field […]

Bethany Community Center, 605 Pascack Road, is a wellness and recreation hub offering fitness facilities, classes, sports, and community programs for all ages. It partners with local groups to provide activities ranging from swimming and martial arts to music and senior programs, and also serves as a worship site for Bethany Church.
Pascack Press

$104K Bethany–DPW lease introduced, gets Nov. 10 hearing

October 24, 2025 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—The Township Council introduced an ordinance to lease 1.25 acres at Bethany Community Center for temporary DPW vehicle and equipment storage — an 18-month arrangement projected to cost […]

Montvale BOE race 2025
Montvale

School safety, modernization, spending priorities shape Montvale BOE race

October 22, 2025 Michael Olohan

MONTVALE—Three candidates are vying for two open three-year seats on the Montvale Board of Education, with incumbents Alisha Foley, current president, and Anita Bagdat being challenged by newcomer Katharine Arena. […]

WWRSD BOE elex feat
Pascack Press

Funding, class size, teacher shortage top concerns in Westwood school race

October 20, 2025 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—Three candidates are vying for two open three-year Westwood seats on the Westwood Regional School District (WWRSD) school board, with incumbent Jason Garcia being challenged by newcomers Sabrina […]

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