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September 9, 2025
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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.

Community Voices

New park costs, online access, and emergency prep aired at council

July 22, 2025 Michael Olohan

WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J.—Two longtime residents took to the mic at the July 21 council meeting, raising concerns about the cost of the new Woodcliff Park, the lack of online public […]

YEARS OF FORMER EMPLOYEES of the Township of Washington’s Clearview Cinemas reunite July 14, ahead of the site’s closure on July 31. Pictured generally from the top of the stairs to the lobby are Sara Basile, Sheryl Sedlack Tramontano, Peter Monton, Anthony Del Nobile, Hailee Gregory, Kara Kaplan Siegel, Laura Largi, Sandy Sedlack, Mike Pisciotta, Amanda Largi, Artie Foose, Fallon Roller, Melissa Tashiro, Brad Rosenberg, Justin Civitarese, Kevin Murphy, Noelle Siniscalchi, Samantha Cole Patrick, Brendan Nagel, James Cush, Dan Hyland, John Monton, Bilal Gilal, Lauren Wilson, Zach Rose, Billy Flynn, Dana Mag, and Andrew Chiriff. Photo courtesy John Monton.
Community Voices

Theatre holds its ‘kids’ again: Bittersweet reunion before the curtain falls

July 20, 2025 John Snyder

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J.—They returned older and wiser, with careers and families — but were still kids, at heart, spilling over with love for each other and the place that […]

PSEG utility crews work to replace a transformer and rewire key downtown corridors on July 14, nearly two weeks after a dramatic underground explosion darkened Westwood’s Central Business District just ahead of the July 4 holiday. The repair blitz, coordinated with borough and county agencies, aimed to restore resilience and minimize future disruption. John Snyder photo.
Community Voices

When the lights went out, the borough and friends stepped up

July 20, 2025 John Snyder

WESTWOOD, N.J.—It started with a bang and ended with a borough-wide mobilization to bring the lights back—and keep them on. On the morning of Monday, July 14, PSE&G utility crews […]

Woodcliff Lake Mayor Carlos Rendo applauds as the name of the borough’s new park is officially revealed on Saturday, May 3. It is the borough’s first and only municipally owned park. Photo by Mike Olohan
Community Voices

‘Woodcliff Wednesdays’ bring music, movies, and more to new borough park

July 13, 2025 Staff

WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. — The borough’s new Woodcliff Park is now hosting Woodcliff Wednesdays, a summer series of live performances and community events organized by the Woodcliff Lake Parks and […]

Mill Pond Park Ridge
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Park Ridge races to finalize Mill Pond referendum question before Aug. 8 deadline

July 13, 2025 Michael Olohan

PARK RIDGE, N.J. — Mayor Keith Misciagna said at the July 8 council meeting that efforts are underway to investigate dredging options for Mill Pond, gather cost estimates, and develop a […]

An M60 tank at the Lewis Army Museum at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington State; Bob Steets retains stopping power. Courtesy photos.
Community Voices

PRPD Veteran of the Quarter: For Steets, it’s always been about respect for others

July 11, 2025 Staff

PARK RIDGE, N.J.—The Park Ridge Police Department is proud to honor Robert “Bob” Steets for his service to our nation and the Park Ridge community. Born in 1956, Bob grew […]

Dr. Shelly Wimpfheimer, photo credit Hillary Viders.
Community Voices

[The NVP Interview] On her life of service: Dr. Shelly Wimpfheimer

July 4, 2025 Hillary Viders

ENGLEWOOD, N.J.—Dr. Shelly Wimpfheimer has spent her career at the intersection of leadership, innovation, and social impact. Since 2013, she has served as executive director of The Community Chest, a […]

Jim Wright, author and birding advocate, swoops onto WFDU’s The Nature Connection July 27 to talk owls and more. Photos: via Jim Wright's marketing materials.
Community Voices

Winging it on WFDU: Birding author Jim Wright takes flight on air July 27

July 3, 2025 Michael Olohan

TEANECK, N.J.—Birding enthusiast and author Jim Wright is the featured guest on Don Torino’s “The Nature Connection” show on WFDU-FM, 89.1, on Sunday, July 27, from 6:30 to 7 a.m. […]

View Ariana Gavriilidis' "Europe in Black and White" photographs on view at Demarest Public Library during the month of July, among them "Sunday Service" (8x10, 2019).
Community Voices

Photo exhibition at Demarest library: ‘Europe in Black and White’ by Ariana Gavriilidis

July 1, 2025 Staff

DEMAREST, N.J.—The Demarest Free Public Library presents Europe in Black and White, a solo photography exhibition by Ariana Gavriilidis, on view throughout the month of July. Gavriilidis, a New Jersey-based photographer, […]

Township of Washington
Community Voices

Properties proposed for rezone in township’s affordable housing plan

June 23, 2025 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J.—Following questions and objections from more than a dozen residents, the Planning Board voted unanimously to approve an affordable housing plan to satisfy the township’s proposed 11-unit […]

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