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September 7, 2025
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Back in Time

Kristin Beuscher, columnist and president of the Pascack Historical Society, takes readers on a journey back in time through the Pascack Valley and Northern Valley’s rich history. Her “Back In Time” column offers a glimpse into the bygone days of these communities, shedding light on the lives of the people and the places that have shaped the area. With a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for local heritage, Kristin brings to life stories of the past, helping residents connect with their roots and gain a greater appreciation for the unique history of their towns.

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BACK IN TIME: Closter School Got its Start During World War II

December 2, 2019 Susan McTigue

CLOSTER, N.J.—On Dec. 7, Closter’s Lindgren School and Summer Camp is inviting alumni and their families to celebrate its 75 years of serving the community, often now with third generation […]

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BACK IN TIME: A $1 Thanksgiving Dinner at Koenig’s

November 27, 2019 Kristin Beuscher

This week we go back to Thanksgiving of 1935—when the holiday fell on Nov. 28, as it does this year, and you could get a full dinner in Hillsdale for […]

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BACK IN TIME: Closter Site Has Been a Restaurant—With Many Owners— Since 1920s

November 27, 2019 Kristin Beuscher

CLOSTER, N.J.—For those who wanted to eschew the traditional Thanksgiving dinner at home back in 1959, there were many Northern Valley restaurants offering to do the cooking. In Closter, you […]

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RETREAT TO VICTORY: Educational Events will recollect ‘Times That Tried Men’s Souls’

November 18, 2019 Kristin Beuscher

FORT LEE, N.J.—During the weekend of Nov. 23-24, historical re-enactors and the public at large will gather at Fort Lee Historic Park to commemorate the 243rd anniversary of what has […]

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BACK IN TIME: Dwight Morrow Pays Tribute to the Boys in Service

November 11, 2019 Kristin Beuscher

ENGLEWOOD, N.J.—The year was 1943. America was embroiled in the Second World War, and on the homefront patriotism was running high. Everyone wanted to do their part.  While the majority […]

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This Week in History: Westwood Honors WWI Servicemen

November 11, 2019 Kristin Beuscher

WESTWOOD, N.J.—We go back nearly a century to Nov. 11, 1922, when Westwood celebrated Armistice Day—as it was known then—with the dedication of a monument to honor the borough’s servicemen […]

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The Small Town with a Big Mayor: Tenafly Elected Former Postmaster General

November 4, 2019 Kristin Beuscher

TENAFLY, N.J.—“The city of Tenafly, N.J., has elected a reform mayor,” reported The New York Times in 1895. “It is not a large city. The total poll was 276, which […]

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BACK IN TIME: Armed with Shotguns, The Men Went Ghost Hunting

October 29, 2019 Kristin Beuscher

Who doesn’t love a good ghost story at Halloween? For this one, we go all the way back to November 1901, when people swore they were seeing an apparition on […]

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BACK IN TIME: Halloween at the Fox Plaza Theater, 1949

October 29, 2019 Kristin Beuscher

We go back 70 years to Halloween of 1949: Some of the most popular costumes were cowboys, skeletons, witches, and clowns, and the kiddies were invited to show off their […]

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BACK IN TIME: A Trophy-Winning Halloween Costume

October 28, 2019 Northern Valley Press

CLOSTER, N.J.—We go back 60 years for this vintage Halloween gem that was submitted to Northern Valley Press by one of our readers, Closter native Lorraine Zampolino Bianco. The Taaz […]

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