Township of Washington Archives — Pascack Press & Northern Valley Press

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 […]

Powering into a new season: Cardinal Youth Cheer

April 19, 2025 Pascack Press

PASCACK VALLEY—Cardinal Youth Cheerleading is opening registration for the 2025 season, and organizers hope a look back at the program’s unforgettable 2024 finale will help spark new interest. The program’s […]

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 […]

Township Theatre will host its first “dementia-friendly” movie event on Wednesday, April 9, offering individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s a rare opportunity to attend a movie while their caregivers receive a bit of respite.

Local theatre to host its first ‘dementia-friendly’ movie event

April 4, 2025 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J.—Township Theatre will host its first “dementia-friendly” movie event on Wednesday, April 9, offering individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s a rare opportunity to attend a movie while […]

450 Pascack Road, Township of Washington, September 2024 / File

Second enviro report on 450 Pascack still under wraps

April 4, 2025 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J.—Township officials have yet to release the results of a second environmental survey conducted at 450 Pascack Road, a 3.2-acre property the township has been negotiating to […]

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 […]

Flipped vote tips town workers’ raises to 2%

April 4, 2025 Michael Olohan

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J.—Council President Michael DeSena changed his vote on March 31, joining a 3–2 majority to approve a 2% across-the-board annual salary increase for municipal employees—reversing a vote […]

As COVID-era education funding disappears, New Jersey districts face steep financial shortfalls. The sudden cutoff of $85 million in federal aid—originally meant to support health and infrastructure upgrades—has left schools scrambling to adjust.

Westwood Regional faces $510K bill after sudden cutoff of federal reimbursement

April 2, 2025 John Snyder

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, N.J. — Westwood Regional School District is now confronting the potential loss of more than half a million dollars in expected federal reimbursement for two key infrastructure projects—part […]