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December 12, 2025
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News about Westwood, N.J.

Wind-Advisory
Emerson

Wind advisory in effect through early Monday; gusts up to 50 mph expected

November 16, 2025 John Snyder

PASCACK VALLEY— Residents across the valley and much of northeast New Jersey are being urged to secure outdoor items and prepare for possible scattered power outages as a Wind Advisory remains in effect […]

These Westwood residents got more excitement than they bargained for when their carriage was accosted by highwaymen this week back in 1895: Charles C. Clark, Effie Clark, Francis Vela, and Mary Louise Vela.
Back in Time

130 years ago this week: Highwaymen in a buggy

November 16, 2025 Kristin Beuscher

WESTWOOD—This week we go back 130 years for a story about a group of Westwood couples who went out for a night of fun and found unwanted excitement at the […]

The US Navy F/A-18 E and F Super Hornet maritime strike attack aircraft was manufactured by Boeing and flew for the first time on Nov. 29, 1995. airforce-technology.com
Emerson

F-18 jets to overfly Pascack Valley Sunday for MetLife Stadium thrill

November 16, 2025 Pascack Press

Residents across the Pascack Valley may hear or see military jets overhead this Sunday and Monday as two F-18 fighter jets operate out of Teterboro Airport for a scheduled flyover […]

Firefighters from Hillsdale and mutual aid departments operate at ShopRite early Nov. 15 after a sprinkler-controlled fire broke out in the store’s bakery area. Crews stretched a line, confirmed no extension, and spent more than an hour ventilating the large building. (Photo courtesy Hillsdale Fire Department)
Hillsdale

Sprinkler system contained ShopRite bakery fire; no major damage reported

November 15, 2025 Pascack Press

HILLSDALE — A fire that broke out early Saturday morning in the bakery area of the Hillsdale ShopRite was quickly contained by the store’s sprinkler system, preventing what officials say […]

Westwood Regional Schools Superintendent Dr. Patrick J. McQueeney shared a Veterans Day message with the school community Tuesday, reflecting on service, sacrifice, and the values veterans model for students.
Pascack Press

Westwood Regional Schools honor veterans, reflect on service and sacrifice

November 11, 2025 John Snyder

Across the Westwood Regional School District, students and staff paused Tuesday to honor the nation’s veterans. Superintendent Dr. Patrick J. McQueeney said the day “reminds us that the freedoms we […]

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Pascack Press

Voters reelect Dell, Bicocchi in close Westwood Council contest

November 9, 2025 John Snyder

WESTWOOD — Republican incumbents Beth Anne Dell and Robert Bicocchi were re-elected to the Borough Council on Nov. 4, defeating Democrats Kyle C. Lagatol and Kathryn M. Mundhenk, according to […]

The entrance to a Big Lots store in Portland, Oregon. (Stock photo by hapabapa/Getty Images)
Emerson

Full November SNAP benefits to be issued by Trump administration despite shutdown

November 7, 2025 Pascack Press

BY JACOB FISCHLER  – NOV. 7, 2025 WASHINGTON—The U.S. Department of Agriculture told states Friday it was releasing full November funding for the nation’s major food assistance program that helps 42 million […]

Five Dimes Brewery, at 247 Westwood Ave., occupies the former L.N. Grand 5 & 10 Cent Store, a longtime downtown landmark. The brewery, which opened in 2021, quickly became a hub for local music, community gatherings, and craft beer enthusiasts. (Courtesy photo)
Community Voices

Objectors spill into Five Dimes variance update; hearing carried to Dec. 1

November 7, 2025 John Snyder

WESTWOOD—Eight downtown property interests, represented by Herold Law P.A., appeared Monday night to oppose Five Dimes Brewery’s bid to update its 2020 site-plan and use-variance approvals—but it was not their […]

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Election

Pascack Valley local, regional school board tallies

November 7, 2025 Michael Olohan

PASCACK VALLEY VOTERS decided six contested local school board races — along with a Westwood seat on the Westwood Regional School District Board of Education — on Nov. 4. School […]

Five Dimes Brewery, at 247 Westwood Ave., owned by Chris Alepa, got its feet wet in a series of soft openings, then blew the roof off in its official grand opening weekend, April 22–24, 2021. Festivities included live music by Midnight Moonlight, fanfare by the Police Pipes & Drums of Bergen County, and treats by Cakes of Wrath. (Courtesy photo)
Pascack Press

Update: Five Dimes brewery hearing still on ZBA agenda

November 3, 2025 John Snyder

WESTWOOD — The Zoning Board of Adjustment intends to start a requested hearing on an application by Five Dimes Brewery Monday night, but the full proceedings will have to wait until […]

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