Park Ridge Archives — Pascack Press & Northern Valley Press

As clock ticks, towns seek more time on state’s affordable housing rules

May 5, 2025 Michael Olohan

PARK RIDGE and WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J.—Pascack Valley officials tell Pascack Press that they are conducting vacant land analyses and adjustments and starting to complete affordable housing fair share plans — […]

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Forum on teens’ mental health May 7 at Hills

May 4, 2025 Staff

MONTVALE, N.J.—Parents, teachers, students, and community members are invited to a powerful evening of connection and conversation on Wednesday, May 7 at 7 p.m. at the Pascack Hills High School […]

Park Ridge school budget proposal: Costs rise, enrollment falls, tax levy up $1.1M

April 30, 2025 John Snyder

PARK RIDGE, N.J. — The Park Ridge Board of Education will present its proposed $40.76 million school budget for 2025–26 at a public hearing on Tuesday, May 6 at 7 p.m., inviting Ridgers to […]

Farmland was giving way to front yards in the Pascack Valley at the turn of the 20th century. Park Ridge was described as a commuter’s paradise when this view was captured around 1905 from the top of the Mittag & Volger typewriter ribbon factory. These houses still stand on South Maple Avenue, although then it was called Elizabeth Street.

‘Swampless!’ Selling suburbia in the early 20th century

April 26, 2025 Kristin Beuscher

PASCACK VALLEY AREA, Bergen County, N.J.—By the dawn of the 1900s, the Pascack Valley was well on its way toward shedding its rural roots and becoming a suburb as we […]

33rd Kid Fishing Contest May 3

April 19, 2025 Pascack Press

PASCACK VALLEY AREA—The Friends of the Pascack Brook will host their 33rd Annual Kids Fishing Contest on Saturday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. Open […]

A business jet whines its passage over homes in the Township of Washington in March, 2025. John Snyder photo.

Anti-jet noise advocates urge residents to get involved

April 11, 2025 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J.—A local representative on a committee to reduce jet aircraft noise said they will continue to speak out against the persistent jet noise that plagues the Pascack […]

Primary election stage set

April 11, 2025 Michael Olohan

TRENTON—Officials tell Pascack Press this year’s June primary election will likely generate increased voter turnout as registered Democratic and Republican voters cast ballots to decide which candidates will face off […]

“I wanted to create something meaningful that brings our community together and helps others facing cancer,” Curran tells Pascack Press. “Dana-Farber did so much for my grandparents, and this is my way of giving back.”

Teen’s 5K for cancer research honors grandparents

April 4, 2025 Staff

PARK RIDGE, N.J.—A local teen is rallying her community for a cause close to her heart. The inaugural Elephant Run 5K, a family-friendly charity run/walk, will take place Sunday, May […]

AIA New Jersey, with more than 2,100 members, has led the state in advocating for good design and responsible stewardship of the built environment.

New Jersey Architecture Week celebrates 125 years of design excellence

April 4, 2025 Pascack Press

TRENTON—In honor of the 125th anniversary of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) New Jersey Chapter, Gov. Phil Murphy has proclaimed April 6–12 as New Jersey Architecture Week. The celebration […]

Connected for a good cause: West Ridge champions Gabriella, Cecelia, Madison, and Samantha; LEGO Judge Leland E. Streetman; and Park Ridge Police Chief Joe Rampolla, Captain Peter Mauro, DARE Officer Julia Manning, and DARE Officer Steven Panagi. PRPD photo.

Building Brilliance: Creative minds compete in 2nd Annual D.A.R.E. Lego Kid Masters Tourney

April 4, 2025 Staff

PARK RIDGE, N.J.—The Park Ridge Elks Lodge snapped with color, creativity, and contagious excitement on Saturday, March 29, as teams of enthusiastic students from three local schools competed in the […]