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October 1, 2025
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Stay updated with the latest news on education, schools, and student life from Pascack Press and Northern Valley Press. From classroom innovations and school board decisions to student achievements and community events, we bring you comprehensive coverage of the educational landscape in our local communities.

Andrew Varian, Pascack Hills High School's representative to the Pascack Valley Regional High School District Board of Education, remembers student Brooke Dreyerman, a Hills senior, who died with her parents in a car crash on Sept. 14, 2024. Varian noted that students were leaving makeshift memorials at her school parking spot and urged the community to carry forward her legacy of kindness and care. District screenshot/Pascack Press composite.
Hillsdale

Board honors late student and parents, reviews key district initiatives

September 26, 2024 John Snyder

HILLSDALE—The Pascack Valley Regional High School District Board of Education began its Sept. 23 meeting, at the Pascack Valley auditorium, with words of remembrance for Brook Dreyerman, a Pascack Hills […]

Police have identified Demaris D. Martinez, a 28-year-old Hillsdale resident and social media influencer, as the woman who was struck and killed by two vehicles while attempting to cross Route 17 in Paramus early Saturday morning. "Life with Maris" @onemaris on YouTube.
Hillsdale

Hillsdale influencer killed in Route 17 accident identified: ‘Queen Demaris’

September 23, 2024 John Snyder

PARAMUS—Police have identified Demaris D. Martinez, a 28-year-old social media influencer from Hillsdale, as the woman struck and killed by two vehicles while attempting to cross Route 17 in Paramus […]

The $62.4 million referendum to fully renovate George White Middle School was approved by a majority of Hillsdale voters on Sept. 17, according to unofficial election results.
Hillsdale

Breaking: Voters appear to strongly approve $62.4M George White Middle School overhaul

September 17, 2024 Michael Olohan

Editor’s note: This article has been updated with additional quotes and details from Hillsdale officials and stakeholders. HILLSDALE—A majority of voters here approved a $62.4 million referendum to fully renovate George […]

The Pascack Pi-oneers are rolling up their sleeves to tackle food insecurity right here in the Pascack Valley. This Sunday, Sept. 22, the team will support ShopRite of Hillsdale as it celebrates 25 years of the Partners in Caring program with a food pantry drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Hillsdale

Pi-oneers, ShopRite invite you to meet food pantries and pitch in, Sept. 22

September 17, 2024 Pascack Press

HILLSDALE—The Pascack Pi-oneers are rolling up their sleeves to tackle food insecurity right here in the Pascack Valley. This Sunday, Sept. 22, the team will support ShopRite of Hillsdale as […]

A class photo of Montvale's seventh and eighth grades at the start of the 1924 school year.
Back in Time

Montvale middle-schoolers of 1924

September 8, 2024 Kristin Beuscher

MONTVALE—Can you believe that when this school photograph, above, was snapped in the autumn of 1924, this was Montvale’s entire seventh and eighth grades! Shortly into the new school year, […]

Community Voices

Hillsdale sup’t.: Sept. 17 ‘yes’ is long-term fix for middle school

September 8, 2024 Michael Olohan

HILLSDALE— Superintendent Robert Lombardy clarified concerns raised during an Aug. 26 forum on the $62.4 million referendum to renovate George G. White Middle School, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive, long-term […]

Northern Valley Regional High School, where new community service programs are set to empower students through inclusive experiences and service learning, fostering growth and connection among peers
Demarest

Building confidence and community: Northern Valley schools launch new service opportunities

September 8, 2024 John Snyder

DEMAREST—The Northern Valley Regional High School District is expanding its community service partnership to create new opportunities for high school students to connect, grow, and learn from each other. The […]

Dr. Jill Mortimer at the July 11, 2024 meeting of the Westwood Regional School District BOE. John Snyder photo.
Schools

WWRSD BOE settles with superintendent, approves interim replacement

September 5, 2024 John Snyder

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—The Westwood Regional School District Board of Education approved two significant motions during a special meeting held Thursday, Sept. 5 at 7 p.m. The first motion involved the […]

Founded in 1974 by visionary artists who saw promise in a 19th-century church building, The Art School at Old Church is a nonprofit, non-sectarian art and cultural center dedicated to inspiring individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Located in Demarest, New Jersey, we offer day and evening courses, workshops, and events for adults, teens, children, and families.
Demarest

Chili Bowl Festival Sept. 29 to support the arts

September 4, 2024 Pascack Press

DEMAREST—The Art School at Old Church (TASOC) will host its Second Annual Chili Bowl Festival on Sept. 29, from 5 to 7 p.m., marking the start of the school’s fundraising […]

Community Voices

‘Modernize the Middle School’ forum a wealth of facts, opinions

August 31, 2024 Michael Olohan

HILLSDALE—More than two dozen residents attended the Hillsdale Public Schools final question-and-answer session on the $62.4 million George White renovation referendum, Aug. 26, peppering officials and the project architect with […]

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