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October 23, 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.

American Legion Post 162 Commander Tom Robinson, from left, presents a two-star Blue Star Service Flag to Shane Svorec, joined by husband Rich and daughter Lainey. The stars honor the Hillsdale couple’s two daughters serving in the U.S. military: Pfc. Destiny Svorec, left, an Army horizontal construction engineer, and AG3 Lainey Svorec, right, a Navy reservist and aerographer’s mate third class. The presentation was made at the post’s Oct. 3 meeting. Zoltán Horváth photo.
Community Voices

Two daughters in uniform, two blue stars for Hillsdale family

October 16, 2026 John Snyder

HILLSDALE, N.J.—When Shane Svorec was handed a Blue Star Service Flag bearing two stars, she found herself staring at them and holding back tears. The two stars represent her daughters: […]

Justin Saxon in a courtesy photo
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School board VP Saxon steps down, reflects 

October 16, 2026 Michael Olohan

HILLSDALE, N.J.—School Board Vice President Justin Saxon resigned effective Sept. 15 after nearly seven years of service. Candidates for the vacancy will be interviewed by the board in closed session […]

Pascack Valley High School
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Hillsdale to end student parking on Liberty Avenue

October 16, 2026 Michael Olohan

HILLSDALE, N.J.—Pascack Valley High School students will no longer be allowed to park along Liberty Avenue, and borough officials have arranged alternative parking at Stonybrook Swim Club following complaints about […]

The Pascack Valley votes!
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Battle for the gavel in ‘The Family Town’ 

October 16, 2026 Michael Olohan

EMERSON, N.J.—Republican Mayor Danielle DiPaola is making her case for a third term, against Democratic challenger Joseph Solimando, III in the Nov. 3 municipal election. Two Borough Council seats also […]

Hillsdale's governing body 2026: Councilman Robert Colletti Jr., Republican, term ends Dec. 31, 2027; Council President Clemente Osso, Republican, term ends Dec. 31, 2026; Councilman Anthony DeRosa, Republican, term ends Dec. 31, 2028; Councilman Chris Camp, Democrat, term ends Dec. 31, 2028; Mayor Michael Sheinfield, Democrat, term ends Dec. 31, 2027; Councilwoman Melissa Mazza Chiong, Democrat, term ends Dec. 31, 2027; and Councilman John Ruocco, Republican, term ends Dec. 31, 2026.
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Memorial Field celebration set for Oct. 18

October 16, 2026 Michael Olohan

HILLSDALE, NJ.—Hillsdale will celebrate the newly renovated Memorial Field with a grand opening Sunday, Oct. 18, beginning at noon. The residents-only event will feature food, music and games. Borough Administrator […]

James Perlas of Cresskill stars as Dracula in Bergen County Players’ Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, running Oct. 24–Nov. 14 at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell. Inset: Co-playwright Steve Rosen. Richard Frant/FrantVisuals LLC
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Bergen County Players plans Halloween festivities, ‘Dracula’ writer talkback

October 15, 2026 Pascack Press

ORADELL, N.J.—Bergen County Players will celebrate Halloween weekend with a costume contest, special ticket offer and a post-show discussion with playwright Steve Rosen during its production of “Dracula: A Comedy […]

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.
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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 […]

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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. […]

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