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September 20, 2025
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Old Tappan

News about Old Tappan, N.J.

Community Voices

Officials consider next steps on deer management

September 17, 2025 Michael Olohan

PASCACK VALLEY—Local mayors and other public officials turned their attention to a topic close to home: the Pascack Valley’s growing white-tailed deer population — and what to do about it. […]

New Jersey residents who apply for a concealed carry permit pay a $200 fee, with $150 kept by local police — the portion Old Tappan’s council recently voted not to refund.
Community Voices

Concealed carry permit fee debate stirs nearby; Old Tappan declines refund, Dumont approves

September 7, 2025 Michael Olohan

OLD TAPPAN—A split Borough Council narrowly defeated a resolution that would have refunded a $150 municipal permit fee to local gun owners who apply for a concealed carry permit, and […]

WHY DO DEER REQUIRE MANAGEMENT IN NEW JERSEY? White-tailed deer are abundant across the state, creating safety, health, and ecological challenges. Photo: NJDEP Fish & Wildlife, Bureau of Wildlife Management
Community Voices

Accidents, complaints spur Pascack Valley deer forums

September 7, 2025 Michael Olohan

PASCACK VALLEY —Three area councils will take up the region’s growing deer problem this month, as residents press officials for solutions to rising accidents, property damage, and health concerns. Meetings […]

Northern Valley Press

Hopes for regional fix on deer woes: All welcome to hear expert at Old Tappan Borough Council meeting Sept. 15

August 29, 2025 Michael Olohan

OLD TAPPAN—A senior Department of Environmental Protection biologist will provide local and regional options to Northern Valley and Pascack Valley officials in Old Tappan to address concerns about deer overpopulation, […]

Old Tappan's two-room schoolhouse, along with teachers, principal, and the student body, in 1900.
Back in Time

Remembering Old Tappan’s little schoolhouse

August 29, 2025 Kristin Beuscher

OLD TAPPAN—Thirty-one students, two teachers, and a principal—this comprised the entirety of Old Tappan’s two-room wooden schoolhouse in 1900.    The school stood on Old Tappan Road near Leonard Drive, […]

Firefighters perform one of the six fireground tasks: Search and Rescue. OTFD photo.
Northern Valley Press

Old Tappan firefighters rescue ducklings from storm drain

June 2, 2025 Northern Valley Press

OLD TAPPAN, N.J. — The Old Tappan Volunteer Fire Department responded to an unusual call on Saturday, May 31, when a resident reported ducklings trapped in a storm drain. After […]

Northern Valley Press

Old Tappan Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony May 26

May 19, 2025 Staff

OLD TAPPAN, N.J.— The Borough of Old Tappan will hold its annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony on Monday, May 26. The parade steps off at 9:30 a.m. from the back of Northern Valley Regional High School […]

‘Girls Night Out’ Honorees — From left: Assemblywoman Shama Haider, Janel Johnston, Senator Holly Schepisi, Assemblywoman Ellen Park, Gabriela Muñoz, Teresa “Teri” McMahon, and Helen Archontou. Jeremy Lebled photo.
Alpine

Women leaders from NJ Legislature, nonprofit sector recognized at sold-out ‘Girls Night Out’

March 22, 2025 Northern Valley Press

NORTHERN VALLEY AREA—The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County celebrated Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day by recognizing regional women leaders at its third annual Girls Night Out. Held on […]

Golden Glory: The Jersey Gals celebrate their gold medal victory at the New Jersey Senior Olympics in Woodbridge, securing their spot at the National Senior Games in Des Moines this July. Photo via Cynthia Kucera.
Alpine

Jersey Gals go to bat on national stage — with your help

March 8, 2025 John Snyder

PASCACK VALLEY—With gold medals in hand from the New Jersey Senior Olympics, the Jersey Gals, a fierce and fun-loving 60-plus women’s softball team, are preparing for their biggest challenge yet: […]

Harvard Researcher Eric Johnson sifts dirt excavated at a site, searching for remnants of production debris from Campbell’s Wampum Mill, which existed near the Electric Lake area.
Alpine

Noms open for county historic preservation awards

February 1, 2025 John Snyder

HACKENSACK—The Bergen County Historic Preservation Advisory Board is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Bergen County Historic Preservation Awards, honoring exceptional efforts in preserving the county’s vital, rich history. Since […]

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