October 1, 2025

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.

COMMUNITY VOICES: Hanlon Deserves Re-Election to School Board

November 4, 2019 Pascack Press

To the editor: I am a past member of the Westwood Regional Board of Education. I was a trustee for 14 years, holding top committee positions and serving as board […]

COMMUNITY VOICES: Murphy, Simone, Hastings for progress

November 4, 2019 Pascack Press

To the editor: Everyone keeps talking about “experience” when it comes to candidates running for council in Westwood. Westwood has “experienced” a mostly Republican council for the last number of […]

COMMUNITY VOICES: Endorsing Roberta Hanlon for re-election

November 4, 2019 Pascack Press

To the editor: I am pleased to support Roberta Hanlon’s candidacy for re-election to the WWRSD BOE. She is a lifelong citizen of Westwood who clearly has been dedicated to […]

COMMUNITY VOICES: Re-elect Elizabeth Gloeggler in Montvale

November 4, 2019 Pascack Press

To the editor: I have lived in Montvale for over 47 years and am a longtime registered Republican. Three years ago, I voted for Democrat Elizabeth Gloeggler when she ran […]

COMMUNITY VOICES: ‘A Millennial Who Cares’

November 4, 2019 Pascack Press

To the editor: What do you think of when you think, Park Ridge, New Jersey? Take a few minutes and let that sink in. To me, Park Ridge New Jersey […]

COMMUNITY VOICES: Supporting Arroyo, Dell, and Biccochi

November 4, 2019 Pascack Press

To the editor: Join me in supporting Westwood incumbents Arroyo for mayor, and Dell and Bicocchi for council because results matter. Looking back two election cycles (six years), Arroyo, Dell […]

Birkner for Democrats on Council, Assembly

November 4, 2019 Pascack Press

To the editor: With Election Day right around the corner I would like to ask for your support and your vote on Nov. 5. As mayor for 12 years, […]

COMMUNITY VOICES: Proudly with Simone and Hastings in Westwood

November 4, 2019 Pascack Press

To the editor: I am very proud to be on the Westwood ticket with two of the most amazing people I have had the opportunity to know and call friends. […]

COMMUNITY VOICES: McGuire, Argenzia for Emerson

November 4, 2019 Pascack Press

To the editor: If I were told at this time last year that in October of 2019 I would be a sitting councilwoman seeking to retain my seat in the […]

COMMUNITY VOICES: Falotico Confident in Downing and Dinallo

November 4, 2019 Pascack Press

To the editor: One of the hardest parts of my decision to run for NJ State Assembly this year was worrying about who might take my place on the Emerson […]

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