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August 4, 2026
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Community Voices

“Community Voices” is a platform dedicated to highlighting the forums, gatherings, and opportunities in our communities that encourage meaningful dialogue, diverse perspectives, and active participation. These spaces—whether town hall meetings, local discussion groups, school board sessions, or neighborhood forums—offer residents a chance to share their views, learn from each other, and collaborate on issues that matter most to them. By drawing attention to these opportunities, “Community Voices” aims to empower residents to engage, advocate, and shape the future of their communities through informed and open conversation.

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Community Voices

Black bears sighted near Ridgewood Boulevard North

August 3, 2026 Pascack Press

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J. — Residents are being urged to secure garbage, birdseed, pet food, and other potential food sources following recent black bear sightings near Ridgewood Boulevard North. Township […]

From left, Northvale athletic director and physical education teacher Mike Shulman, U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer, Northvale school nurse Joan Bowman, and Bergen County Clerk John Hogan mark Bowman and Shulman’s recognition as Fifth District Hometown Heroes at the Hackensack Performing Arts Center on July 31. Bowman and Shulman were honored for helping save a middle school basketball player who suffered cardiac arrest during a game.
Community Voices

Northvale lifesavers Joan Bowman and Mike Shulman honored as Hometown Heroes

August 2, 2026 John Snyder

HACKENSACK—The Fifth Congressional District was on full display Friday, July 31, as first responders, veterans, educators, volunteers, nonprofit leaders, and community advocates from across North Jersey gathered at the Hackensack […]

Aidan Beahm
Community Voices

Community mourns Aidan Beahm, 29; services set for July 29–30

July 26, 2026 Pascack Press

WESTWOOD, N.J. — Aidan James Beahm, a Westwood resident and Pascack Valley High School graduate remembered for his humor, intelligence and kindness, died unexpectedly July 21. He was 29. According […]

Christine Pollinger, assistant principal of Pascack Hills High School since 2019, will become the school’s next principal on Aug. 1. Her appointment was approved by the Pascack Valley Regional High School District Board of Education on July 15. Pollinger brings nearly 30 years of experience in education, with expertise in neuroeducation, school climate and instructional innovation. Courtesy photo.
Community Voices

Christine Pollinger new principal at Hills

July 26, 2026 Pascack Press

MONTVALE, N.J.—Superintendent of Schools Dirk Phillips tells Pascack Press he’s pleased to announce Christine Pollinger, assistant principal of Pascack Hills High School, as the next principal of Pascack Hills High […]

“Smoke and Steel,” now on view at Sfumato Gallery in Westwood, pairs atmospheric paintings by Mher Khachatryan, known as The Smoke Artist, with steel sculptures by Karen Akhikyan. The exhibition explores movement, transformation, permanence and impermanence. Courtesy photo.
Community Voices

‘Smoke and Steel’ in Westwood gallery exhibition

July 26, 2026 Staff

WESTWOOD, N.J. — A new two-person exhibition at Sfumato Gallery brings those opposing qualities together through the work of painter Mher Khachatryan, known as The Smoke Artist, and sculptor Karen […]

Skate for Tommy: More than 100 hockey players and more than 400 family members, friends, former teammates and supporters gathered June 20 at the Inline Skating Club of America in North Arlington for the "Skate for Tommy" charity tournament, honoring Park Ridge resident, coach and longtime player Tom Smith as he prepares to undergo a stem cell transplant in his fight against multiple myeloma. Photo by Manny Fernandes.
Community Voices

Hockey community rallies around Park Ridge’s Tom Smith as he prepares for stem cell transplant

July 20, 2026 Pascack Press

NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. — More than 100 hockey players and hundreds of supporters came together June 20 at the Inline Skating Club of America to honor Park Ridge resident and longtime […]

BUILDING FROM SCRATCH: Woodcliff Lake resident Ted Evans will lead Caldwell University’s new women’s flag football program into its inaugural season in spring 2027. Evans founded the Paramus High School flag football team in 2023 and guided it to two Super Football Conference playoff appearances.
Community Voices

WCL’s Evans is Caldwell University head flag football coach

July 13, 2026 Pascack Press

CALDWELL, N.J. — Ted Evans, a longtime educator and coach at Paramus High School, has been named head coach of Caldwell University’s women’s flag football program, Assistant Vice President and […]

Ned Barber of PKRG-TV
Community Voices

What Ned Barber built preserves — Son says late PKRG-TV volunteer believed everyday moments were worth celebrating

July 13, 2026 John Snyder

PARK RIDGE, N.J.—For years, if something important happened in Park Ridge, there was a very good chance Ned Barber was there to document it. For sure, he would have made […]

WRIC Wonder Women
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Ranging WRIC lands $1.2M in grants, aiding vital outlets

July 7, 2026 Northern Valley Press

ENGLEWOOD, N.J. — The Women’s Rights Information Center has received more than $1.2 million in grants to expand services for individuals and families throughout Bergen County. The Englewood-based nonprofit said the […]

Michael Wildes
Community Voices

Mayor Michael Wildes on challenges in immigration

July 7, 2026 Hillary Viders

ENGLEWOOD, N.J.—Mayor Michael Wildes is managing partner of the immigration law firm Wildes & Weinberg, P.C., founded in 1960 by his father, Leon Wildes, who is widely known for representing […]

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