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October 15, 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.

Margaret Levy-Cook, left, with Lee Tremble, recipient of the Gold Heart Volunteer Award at Meals on Wheels North Jersey’s Oct. 1 fundraising gala. Tremble was honored for his many years of dedicated volunteer service to the organization and the homebound seniors it serves. Richard Frant/FrantVisuals LLC.
Community Voices

Meals on Wheels NJ honors Lee Tremble, Christ Lutheran Church

October 14, 2026 John Snyder

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J.—When Meals on Wheels North Jersey Executive Director Janelle Larghi had a problem, she knew the words Lee Tremble would have trouble resisting. “I need your help.” […]

"Straight Girls Are Dangerous"
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A new chapter, an enduring question: Who shapes who we become?

October 11, 2026 John Snyder

TENAFLY, N.J.—Last year, Sophie Rose Cheson told Northern Valley Press that she was learning who she was through the stories she created. “My grandmother was a writer,” she said. “I […]

Community Voices

A permanent home for Family Promise

October 11, 2026 Michael Olohan

BERGEN COUNTY, N.J.—An organization that helps Bergen County families find stability has received a permanent home of its own. Tim and Kristie Woods of Demarest have donated a 4,500-square-foot building […]

The Pascack Valley votes!
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County counters election misinformation

October 10, 2026 Michael Olohan

HACKENSACK—Nearly two dozen rumors and false claims about elections and voting are addressed in a Bergen County brochure being mailed to registered voters before early in-person voting begins Saturday, Oct. […]

River Vale Country Club
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Council OKs golf management contract, mailbox damage policy, traffic signal agreement

October 9, 2026 Michael Olohan

RIVER VALE, N.J.—The Township Council approved a golf course management contract, a mailbox damage reimbursement policy and an agreement for a new traffic signal at its Sept. 28 meeting. The […]

The Pascack Valley votes!
Community Voices

County elections officials tout mail-in ballots’ security, convenience

October 9, 2026 Michael Olohan

HACKENSACK—With mail-in ballots already coming back, early voting starting Oct. 24, and the Nov. 3 General Election day only four weeks away, county elections officials joined with the League of […]

Photo caption: Eliya Cohen, left, and his wife, Ziv Abud, survivors of the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel, with Woodcliff Lake Mayor Carlos Rendo at Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley on Oct. 8. The couple shared their experiences during an event commemorating the third anniversary of the attacks. Photo courtesy of Mayor Carlos Rendo.
Community Voices

Oct. 7 survivors share story of captivity, survival as Bergen marks anniversary of Hamas attacks

October 9, 2026 John Snyder

BERGEN COUNTY, N.J.—Survivors of the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel shared their experiences at Woodcliff Lake’s Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley on Thursday, Oct. 8, one day […]

Rosa L. Antonini. Courtesy photo.
Community Voices

New direction doesn’t discount the road behind

September 28, 2026 Pascack Press

SPECIAL TO PASCACK PRESSBY ROSA L. ANTONINI I was standing behind the counter of a check-cashing store in Union City when a decision I didn’t know I was making began […]

Community Voices

Officials echo resident’s concerns over plate readers

September 28, 2026 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J.—A resident’s objections to automated license plate readers drew sympathetic responses Sept. 8 from Mayor Peter Calamari and Councilor Michael Ullman, though neither endorsed his call to […]

Images courtesy of Ryan Huban and Improv Everywhere.
Community Voices

Giant puppets, audio flash mob and light displays coming to Hackensack Oct. 3

September 26, 2026 Northern Valley Press

HACKENSACK — A giant puppet procession, a synchronized audio adventure and nighttime light installations will bring art into downtown streets Saturday, Oct. 3, during Illumination 250, a celebration of America’s […]

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