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A handful of Suez customers and public officials showed up Jan. 21 in Hackensack at an administrative law hearing to oppose a surcharge of up to 85 cents per month on 200,000 customer bills as part of a proposed plan to cover its costs—and earn a profit—to replace customersʼ lead service lines. The hearing, directed by Office of Administrative Law Judge Jacob Gertsman, offered opportunities for public input at 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. Held at One Bergen County Plaza, it was attended by five customers including two municipal officials: councilwomen from Westwood and Tenafly, who said they were speaking as Suez customers and not on behalf of their boroughs. The hearing was part of a formal process initiated in March 2019 when Suez North America filed a petition to begin a two-year pilot program to remove customer lead service lines in hopes of eliminating lead in its system. The proposed plan would charge a customer $1,000 to replace their lead line, running

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Family and friends filled and spilled out of Council Chambers on Jan. 20, there to cheer on Chief of Police Richard Skinner and Captain of Police John Calamari at their ceremonial swearings in. Special Law Enforcement Officers II sworn in with their families and friends looking on with pride were Robert Luscombe and Antonio Parisi. And young resident Alex Hammer, whom the police and fire departments have adopted as one of their own, stood with officers as a former chief for a day, looking quite at home in his Class A uniform—and confidently in remission from cancer. Skinner and Calamari formally were sworn in Dec. 2, 2019, following a brief internal search, with the promotions announced the next day. Both men are 26-year veterans of the department. Skinner was officer in charge following the Oct. 31 retirement of Chief Glenn Hooper. Members of the promotion committee were Hooper, Township Administrator Robert Tovo, and Police Director William Cicchetti, a former chief of the WTPD. This Jan. 20, Mayor Calamari had the pleasure of swearing in and congratulating his brother amid fanfare. Cicchetti, who has been with the department 50 years—a tenure he said “is coming CHIEF OF POLICE Richard Skinner with township police booster Alex Hammer, to an end soon”—thanked his committee and Mayor Calamari. a former chief for a day, at Skinner’s swearing-in ceremony Jan. 20. TOP PHOTO COURTESY KRISTA RAGUSA-HAMMER

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with veterans from Menlo Park Veterans Memorial Home wound up in a precarious situation. For some unknown reason, the bus with 19 people—many of them wheelchair-bound—were parked at the Park Ridge Elks lodge expecting a room filled with peoTo the editor: ple and a breakfast ready for them. ON A VERY cold Sunday These veterans of World War morning in January, a bus filled II and the Korean and Vietnam wars were certainly in need of a hot meal, having traveled from Menlo Park only to find they were at the wrong place that morning. Coincidentally, the past Exalted Rulers of Park Ridge Elks Lodge #2234 were meeting that morning and invited them in. The Elks readied their skills and prepared a fresh home-cooked breakfast with all the fixings for such deserving American patriots… and for the next few hours spent time talking with these heroes.

As veterans any Elk lodge will never forget them, because Elks will always respect and honor the fighting veterans who protect us each and every day. Park Ridge Elks is one of 112 lodges in this state who are truly a family-oriented organization daily helping our communities, the programs we work on across the state, and our veterans. I hope you can find a place for this in your paper for it epitomizes the type of people Elks are and how we treat our veterans. Joe Pedone Park Ridge

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SLEDDING ON PIERMONT AVENUE, 1907 HILLSDALE

CAN YOU IMAGINE this Piermont Avenue sledding scene taking place in Hillsdale today? Likely not, but more than 113 years ago the borough was a much different place—and not just because a horse was an integral element of winter fun. Fewer than a thousand people called Hillsdale home at that time—about onetenth of todayʼs population. The first telephone had come to town only a few years earlier. Most roads were not yet paved, and while there were some early cars sputtering about, they were few and far between. Automobiles were still thought of as a novelty rather than the norm, and they shared the road with much more common horse-drawn wagons. Hillsdale had large swaths of undeveloped land perfect for winter adventures. It was still very much “the country,” and New Yorkers visited in the summertime. The image at left appeared on a postcard that was postmarked in February 1907 in Hillsdale. It comes to this page courtesy of the Hillsdale Public Library. The childrenʼs names are written on the back of the postcard, but some are difficult to decipher. It appears to say: “front row, l-r. - Howard Vanderclute, Bill Simon, (?) Kinmonth, Cyrus Mead, -- , Eddie Saul” and “rear, l-r. - Annie and Marion Demarest, Jennie Mead, Chrissie Hasenflough (Westphal), Edith Herbert.” What sleighing or sledding locations do you remember from years past? Write to us at pascackpress@thepressgroup.net to share your memories. Did you know? In 1907 Hillsdale was not yet a borough but rather a township. The communityʼs form of government was changed in 1923. In February of 1907 you could buy a 15-acre property in Hillsdale, with an eight-room house, barn, stream, small lake, and fruit trees for $6,000. For those who didnʼt have the cash, one could rent a seven-room cottage near the train station for $18 per month. — Kristin Beuscher

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Gov. Phil Murphy has signed a law to increase statewide minimum funding levels for organizations in the areas of arts, culture, history, and tourism areas by more than $9 million for the fiscal year beginning July 1. The move was praised by arts organizations as a much-needed boost to the stateʼs long-underfunded “creative industries” that boost New Jerseyʼs quality of life. “Thank you for signing A3101 into law. Your statement on the bill is a clear signal that you recognize how important arts, history, and tourism are to New Jerseyʼs economy and quality of life,” said ArtPride New Jersey, a statewide arts advocacy organization following the lawʼs approval, in a letter to Murphy. The bill was unanimously approved in the Assembly and Senate before moving on to the governorʼs desk. He signed it on the last day of the 2019 legislative session. “We are grateful for the Legislatureʼs desire to reprioritize funding for arts, historical heritage, and tourism programs because they stimulate business activity, contribute to New Jerseyʼs innovation economy, and instill great pride in our state. We are as grateful to you for agreeing with our legislators, signing (A3101/S247) into law, and restoring minimum appropriations to 2005 levels of support,” said ArtPride New Jersey. The new law increases the minimum annual funding for arts, cultural, historic and tourism efforts, which will be appropriated from the stateʼs hotel-motel occupancy tax at 2005 levels, which

equates to a more than $9 million increase. An ArtPride NJ graphic notes funding levels will increase from $16 million to $22.68 million for the state Council on the Arts; from $2.7 million to $3.84 million for the state Historical Commission; from $9 million to $11 million for the state Division of Travel & Tourism; and from $500,000 to $720,000 for New Jersey Cultural Trust. Accompanying the billʼs signing, Murphy issued a statement praising the Legislatureʼs support for increased funding but also calling the new lawʼs funding levels “aspirational” due to “years of poor fiscal management.” Efforts to clarify his use of “aspirational” referring to new minimum funding levels were not returned by press time. “Today I am pleased to sign Senate Bill No. 3101, which increases the statutory dedication for arts and cultural projects, historical heritage programs, and tourism advertisement and promotion from hotel and motel occupancy fees collected by the state,” said Gov. Murphyʼs statement following the billʼs signing. “The statutory dedication funds grants to arts organizations, projects, and artists throughout the state, as well as grants to museums, historical societies, and historic sites and grants for research and publications on New Jersey history. It also supports the stateʼs robust tourism industry,” added Murphy.

ʻCultivate imaginationsʼ “I am signing this bill because I strongly believe that the arts cultivate young imaginations, create a welcoming sense of place and desirable quality of life, and stimulate business activity,” Murphy said. “I recognize, however, that the

funding thresholds established in the bill represent a nearly $30 million increase over Fiscal Year 2020 appropriations and are merely aspirational while we continue the hard work of correcting years of poor fiscal management and decisionmaking. Still, I am hopeful that the changes made through this legislation will begin to end the practice of prior administrations and legislatures chronically underfunding the

Stateʼs cherished cultural programs,” Murphy said. One of the lawʼs sponsors, Bruce Land (D-Atlantic), said the increased dollars go to support a wide variety of arts enterprises. “For the painters, the poets, the musicians, and thespians who have built their careers on the New Jersey arts scene, making sure we support their work through grants, awards and funds specifically dedi-

cated for this purpose is crucial to ensuring arts and culture continue to thrive for years to come,” said Land.

More for Bergen County? Bergen Countyʼs Division of Cultural and Historic Affairs Director Cynthia Forster said she was glad to hear the legislation to CONTINUED ON PAGE 6

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‘A Musical Journey Through Israel’ on Feb. 13

The JCC of Northern New Jersey (JCCNNJ) presents “A Musical Journey through Israel” with the Israeli Artists Project (IAP) on Thursday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. at Temple Beth Sholom, 32 Park Ave., Park Ridge. The IAP troupe is a band composed of local Israeli performers, many of whom were members of Israeli Army bands during their military service. They perform songs that span genres and decades, but

most of all, they enjoy making their audiences feel connected to roots in Israel. The IAP (pronounced “yap”) uses high quality art, such as this musical performance, to spark conversation, fuel creativity, and create a home for the best of Israeli art, culture, and community. The performance will be conducted in English and Hebrew. Advance tickets highly recommended. Admission at the door is not guaranteed. Previous simi-

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She said in 2019 that about $158,000 was requested by 34 organizations but the county only received $106,000 to be distributed from the state Council on the Arts. “Maybe we could give them [grant applicants] what they actually asked for [with increased state funds],” she said. Forster said that the 34 organizations partially funded in 2019 rely on county grant funds to fund basic operations and survive. She said grants are awarded based on many factors, including

quality of grant application, value of in-kind donations and services, and what level of funding the county has to distribute to organizations applying. “This funding is allowing them to do new projects that they might not otherwise be able to do,” she added. Calls to the state Council on the Arts to determine possible 2021 funding priorities were not returned. Another bill (A-3832) that allows municipalities to impose an additional property tax levy to sup-

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Residents 55 and over are invited to join the Senior Fellowship. The group meets at the Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave., on the second Tuesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. During the year the group enjoys luncheons, trips, and special events.

The group hopes to see new faces at its upcoming meetings. The next meeting is Feb. 11, and there will be a speaker pertaining to issues of interest to the senior community. Then on March 10, they will be have a luncheon and a speaker. For further information, call Judy at (201) 664-3614.

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Boys from River Vale took center court Jan. 10 at Madison Square Garden, playing in an exciting mini basketball game before a New York Knicks home game. The boys played before a sold-out crowd of more than 20,000 at “the worldʼs most

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“Iʼve known Rich and John since they were rookie patrolmen and Iʼve been very proud watching them grow into this job for years,” he said. He added, “Because [the mayorʼs] brother was involved, he told us, set up your committee, do your testing, and whoever you pick Iʼm going to support no matter what. And he stayed out of it until he signed the letter I gave him with the promotions. I want to thank you, mayor, for doing that.” Mayor Calamari said, “The selection committee had their work cut out for them.” Invocation was by Father Tom Norton. On hand was Chief John Russo, president of the Bergen County Police Chiefs Association, as well as many veterans of the township police department and other law enforcement families. Capt. Calamari, the departmentʼs new executive officer, said in part, “Obviously captain is a privilege and an honor and Iʼm humbled by this rank and this opportunity.” He added, gesturing toward assembled officers at the front of the room, “Thereʼs a greater honor and privilege that I had every single day, and thatʼs working with this group right here. This is your township police department. They do themselves proud—they make us proud—and Iʼm honored to just be a part of them.” He said, “I tell every new guy when theyʼre hired, youʼre joining a family, and the WTPD is a family, itʼs a tight-knit group. Weʼre a small department but weʼre as tight as you can get.” Calamari said, “We laugh together, we cry together, we mourn together, we celebrate births together—itʼs an extremely tight group and weʼre extremely proud of that…” He thanked retired officer Robert La Bianca, his first partner, “who taught me what it means to be a police officer, what it means to be a cop”; retired Sgt. David

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Mino, “a special supervisor for me,” who taught him to “care for the people youʼre in charge of; and retired Ptl. Drew Krafte, who schooled him in “the brotherhood” of police. Capt. Calamari said he met Skinner and now retired Sgt. Ken Scherer in 1993 in a hallway at the Bergen Regional Medical Center, there for their “wannabe cop” physicals. That led, he said, to “a phenomenal friendship, a phenomenal partnership, ever since.” Skinner said, “We did pass the medical and we did pass the psych too, which worked out pretty well.” The chief thanked a deep bench of supporters—including the Blue Knights International Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club—the department, and the residents, without whom he said, “We would not be here.” Calling Alex over to stand with him as he took his oath of office, Skinner said he knew as soon as he encountered the young man for the first time, in 2017, and shared in his enthusiasm and winning attitude that he knew the youngster would beat cancer. Alexʼs mother, Krista, told Pascack Press shortly after, “I didnʼt think he was going to call him up there, but he did and Alex was so honored. He was definitely excited to match Skinner exactly.”

ALEX HAMMER and the WTPD look on as Chief Richard Skinner speaks Jan. 20. | WCTVNJ Of Capt. Calamari, Skinner “The time is always right to She said Alex finished treatment in March 2019 and goes in said, “I generally donʼt make a do what is right. Weʼre going to for monthly checkups. “And thatʼs decision without running it past do what is right and make this John.” [town] even better than it is and it. Hopefully itʼs behind us.” And noting that the ceremony weʼre going to serve our resiShe said Alex is eager to be a cop and that the chief is his mentor. took place on Martin Luther King dents,” he said. Skinner holds a master of Skinner said of his depart- Jr. Day, Skinner quoted the slain ment in full, “These ladies and civil rights leader: CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 gentlemen are out on nights, holidays, and weekends. When youʼre home sleeping tonight theyʼre going to keep you safe.” He extended deep thanks to the Marine Corps Honor Guard, among whose members he served 79 Westwood Ave, with three. Westwood, NJ 07675 “Itʼs my proudest moment to (NEW CLIENTS ONLY) have these guys here tonight,” the former Marine sergeant said. #STAYSHARP

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Green Team, students, businesses partner on cleaner planet

The Township of Washington Green Team has been busy promoting a clean town—and encouraging the public to do its part for a cleaner world. It launched a Styrofoam recycling program in December 2019, giving residents an easy way to dispose of harmful EPS Styrofoam at the Department of Municipal Facilities. To recognize businesses that eliminate Styrofoam from their operations, the township will award certificates to those that qualify. The first enterprise to be recognized was Liliʼs Bistro, 251 Pascack Road in Washington Town Center. And Mayor Peter Calamari on Jan. 14 hosted an event at Westwood Regional Middle School, highlighting student involvement with green efforts.

Green Team member Patty Cherruault tells Pascack Press, “We are leading the community to rethink how they can help the environment so that residents may enjoy our town now and in the future.” She says, “Our key strategy to achieve our goals is reduce, reuse, and recycle. We are proud of our achievements, which include our Community Garden, Safe Streets Program, special recycling events, educating residents about proper maintenance of trees, and tree giveaway events. A Push on Styrofoam, With Collection Bin Saying Styrofoam is a health and environmental hazard that deserves to be addressed by all residents, the Green Team noted that the Department of Municipal Facil-

MAKING CHANGES: Lili’s Bistro owner Nick Isufi, Mayor Peter Calamari, Lili’s Bistro manager Erika Bodak, and Township of Washington Green Team member Patty Cherruault. Moreover, Cherruault says, ities now accepts EPS foam sheets, recycling display that the teachers coolers, and packaging to be recy- and students referred to in their each time a bottle is scanned with the app, the student can track cled during regular operating hours: work. Club members posted signs waste diverted, emissions saved, Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and and advertised the Styrofoam and how much ocean pollution he Tuesdays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. This state grant-funded pro- drive. Principal Shelley LaForgia or she has prevented. “It will also keep the user gram is open to all Township resi- promoted the effort. According to Sears, “The hydrated while tracking water dents (non-commercial) for drop off at the DMF yard. Vehicles must response from students and faculty consumption, setting goals and was overwhelming. Over two large reminders,” she says. display the DMF resident sticker. “If each student refills their The Green Team said the over- portable Dumpster bags were filled bottle three times a day, we could all county program is designed to with Styrofoam.” save 31 pounds of plastic a day, help municipalities ban XPS Styro11,315 pounds of plastic a year,” foam and recycle EPS Styrofoam. Fill it Forward EPS Styrofoam is readily recyAlso in December, the Green she says. The Green Team is still colclable, but Bergen County does not Team was out in force raising funds yet have the equipment or facilities for its Fill it Forward program, an lecting for this effort, backed by to process the material. All of its ambitious effort in partnership with matching funds from Oritani EPS Styrofoam is handled as a non- the Westwood Regional School Bank Charitable Foundation. You can help: Make your mandated material subject to solid District aimed at diverting massive waste disposal in New Jersey (typi- amounts of plastic from landfills check out to Township of Washington Green Team and send it to cally meaning only sanitary landfill and waterways. disposal). The Green Team started this 350 Hudson Ave., Township of XPS Styrofoam is commonly program at the Westwood Regional Washington, NJ 07676, Attn: used for single-use disposable food Middle School and Westwood Green Team. For more information call ware and is not recycled. XPS Sty- Regional Jr./Sr. High School. The rofoam is also hazardous to human program, which is powered by Patty Cherruault at (201) 755or write her at health due to neurotoxins and likely refilling water bottles, will benefit 6120 jcherr88@aol.com. You can call carcinogens leaching into food and approximately 1,550 students. Green Team Leader Tom Sears at Hereʼs how it works: drink. The Fill it Forward program (201) 341-2942 or write him at Both EPS and XPS Styrofoam are hazardous to fish and wildlife will design a custom tag that will usmc0128@verizon.net. connect the user to the Fill it Forand the environment. In the United States, the mate- ward app, taking reuse to a whole Silver Standout rials are made principally from new level. In December, Sears presentEach time a user refills his or ed the mayor and council with the hydro-fracked natural gas and are the fifth most significant source of her water bottle—instead of reach- Silver Award the Green Team ing for a new bottle and discarding earned for the New Jersey Safe hazardous waste. The Westwood Regional Mid- the old one—a clean cup of water Routes to School Program. dle School Environmental Club has is given to someone in need of a The Green Team also prebeen doing its part, holding a suc- refill, or 2 cents is donated to Water sented Bethany Community Cencessful post-holiday Styrofoam Aid Tanzania: Deliver Life Pro- ter its 2019 Environment Friendly gram. collection drive. Award in appreciation of its supHalfway through its four-year port of the Green Team and the Prior to the holiday break, the 6th and 7th grade social studies project, the program is focused on community garden. teachers delivered units on the improving maternal health by proLast year also saw a successtypes of Styrofoam that can be viding water and sanitation servic- ful Second Annual Community es at 12 obstetric and neonatal care Garden on the grounds of Bethany recycled. Tom Sears, chair of the Wash- clinics in two rural towns. Church, 605 Pascack Road. Fully 666,000 people will be ington Township Green Team, provided the school with a Styrofoam helped, Cherruault says. — John Snyder

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Murphy nominates affordable-housing champion as comptroller Walsh has spent the past two decades as a civil rights attorney and as the executive director of the Fair Share Housing Center, where he has led the enforcement of the Mount Laurel doctrine to promote racial and economic integration in New Jersey through the expansion of affordable housing. Walsh previously served as Counsel to New Jerseyans for Alternatives to the Death Penalty, where he was a key member of the team that led the grassroots effort to abolish the death penalty in New Jersey. In 2007, Walsh was selected by the New Jersey Supreme Court to sit on its Committee on Character to review applicants to the New Jersey Bar. He also served as a member of the state Supreme Courtʼs Practice Committee, which reviews and recommends potential changes to New Jerseyʼs Rules of Court. FSHC issued a statement on congratulating Walsh on his nomination. “In the 20 years he has spent at FSHC, Kevinʼs work has strengthened New Jerseyʼs fair housing laws and led to thousands of families today living in communities that otherwise would have excluded them. We look forward to Kevin building on his record of making New Jersey a better and fairer place to live in this new

role,” the group said. Within moments of the announcements reaching us via email, a critical statement from state Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi (R-39) followed. “While successful at fighting to litter the state with high density housing, [Walshʼs] bullying and name calling against mayors, lawmakers, local officials and even me cause grave concern regarding his ability to be impartial, fair and just in this role,” Schepisi wrote. She alleged, “When I invited him to participate on an important panel addressing how to better provide affordable housing in the state, rather than speaking to me about the invitation or even trying to understand my position on affordable housing, he sent an inflammatory response falsely labeling me a racist and xenophobe.” Schepisi wrote, “The comptroller has the very crucial task of rooting out fraud, misrepresenta-

tion and bad governance by truly bad actors in the state. Unfortunately, he has repeatedly attacked, with fraudulent charges and misrepresentation of motives, anyone who disagreed with him on policy issues regarding overdevelopment in the most densely populated state in the nation.” FSHC said “In the five years since Kevin became executive director, we have reached over 300 agreements with municipalities to provide their fair share of homes affordable to lower-income families, people with disabilities, and seniors.” It added, “We will work to ensure these agreements continue to result in homes being built and accessible to lower-income families and to ensure that the 30 municipalities with which we have not reached agreements come into compliance.” FSHC promised it would “redouble our fight for a more just future for New Jersey, recognizing

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Gov. Phil Murphy on Jan. 23 announced he has nominated Fair Share Housing Center (FSHC) Executive Director Kevin D. Walsh Esq. to be the stateʼs fourth comptroller. Walsh will start as acting comptroller on Jan. 27. The nomination is subject to advice and consent by the Senate and is for a six-year term. The Office of the State Comptroller, an independent state agency, serves the public by conducting audits and investigations of government agencies throughout New Jersey. The office also reviews government contracts and works to detect and prevent Medicaid Fraud. The office strives to enhance the efficiency and transparency of government and to ensure public funds are spent effectively and efficiently. Murphy said, “As a dedicated public interest attorney, Kevinʼs independent and thorough judgement make him an ideal fit to stand up for New Jersey taxpayers as our next State Comptroller.” He added, “Kevin has a proven track record of fighting for civil rights and government accountability, regardless of politics or pressure. I will ask Kevin to continue to uphold the Comptroller Officeʼs reputation of demonstrating independence of thought and independence of action on behalf of all New Jerseyans.”

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Genealogist to speak on Orphan Train Movement

The Genealogical Society of Bergen County invites you to its next monthly meeting, Jan. 27 from 7 to 9 p.m., at Ridgewood Public Library, 125 N. Maple Ave., Ridgewood. Tom Riley will speak on the

Orphan Train Movement, 1854–1929, the largest mass migration of children in American history. Beginning in the mid-19th century and spanning 75 years, as many as 273,000 children— orphaned, abandoned, abused, or

homeless—were transported from New York to the Midwest. GSBC monthly meetings are free and open to the public. For more information, visit njgsbc.org.

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Historical society presents lecture on Revolutionary War ‘Great Chain’

The Harrington Park Library To stop the British invasion acquired a vast knowledge of the of the New England Colonies forest, animals, Native Ameri- is at 10 Herring St. The presentation will start at 7:30 p.m. with during the American Revolution, cans, and iron history. In his position he planned a light reception after the lecture. Peter Townsend manufactured a For more information, call Great Chain at Sterling Forest and conducted history and nature for the Continental Army. The hikes in both Sterling Forest and Gerri Gibney at (201) 768-2615. chain was placed across the Hudson River at West Point. Join the Harrington Park Historical Society and Doc Bayne on Monday, Feb. 3, at the Harrington Park Library, for an eye opening presentation on how he discovered the forge in Sterling Forest that made the chain. Doc will share the history of the iron industry that started in 1736 in Sterling Forest and how the Sterling Forge was used to create the Great Chain that was FORMIDABLE LINKS: What is preserved of the Great Chain is at Trophy Point at placed across the West Point, N.Y. The display consists of 13 links of the chain: one swivel and one clevis. The signature “S” curve of the Hudson, which made West Point so defensiHudson. Donald “Doc” ble, is in the background. Bayne has been interested in history since he was 8. Bear Mountain State Parks. He The public is invited, and reserAfter a long career with Minolta has lectured on many aspects of vations are not required. You can during which time he worked as the environment such as the iron also visit the Society at their web a part time Forest Ranger for history of New York State. Doc is page, www.harringtonparkhisSterling Forest State Park, Doc a passionate researcher and edu- toricalsociety.com, or on Faceultimately accepted the position cator with the ability to feel the book. of Environmental Educator and history of the land and transmit it Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Timt1006 Historian for the Park. Doc has to the people.

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Relay For Life kicks off Jan. 30 at St. John’s

This yearʼs Relay For Life is Saturday, May 30 at Pascack Valley High School in Hillsdale. To get the Relay season off to a solid start, this yearʼs kickoff is Thursday, Jan. 30 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church Parish Center, 1 Valley St., Hillsdale. Relay For Life is a grassroots, community-based team event. This yearʼs theme is sports related: Relay for Life vs. Cancer. Attendees are urged to wear their favorite team jersey or T-shirt. All are welcome to this community event. Organizers say, “Please join us to hear what Relay for Life is all about, what this yearʼs plans are for the event, or volunteer on

one of the many committees that make the Relay happen. There will be community guest speakers and light refreshments. You and your teammates can sign up for the event as well.” At Relay For Life no donation is too small. Donations help fund groundbreaking cancer research and patient care programs, and can make a difference in communities. Every donation helps the American Cancer Society save lives. For more information on the event, which includes entertainment, activities, games, and a food court, visit relayforlife.org/pascackvalleyNJ or write Sue Vaccaro at scvaccaro@verizon.net.

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Youʼre invited to “College Night: The Stress-Free Affordable Approach to College Admissions,” presented by Shari Kramer and Ellen Kaufman. Kramer is founder and owner of Kramer College Consulting and coauthor of “The Essential College Admissions Handbook.” Kaufman is founder and president of Tuition Resources, a college

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DeOliveira is club’s pick for top holiday decorator

GFWC/NJSFWC The Contemporary Womanʼs Club of Washington Township has declared Dr. David DeOliveira, of 145 Pascack Road, winner of its annual holiday home decorating contest. The club presented DeOliveira with a keepsake Lenox Christmas snowflake at its meeting on Thursday, Jan. 9 in the Jack Woods Senior Center in the Municipal Building. Judging took place Christmas to New Yearʼs Day. DeOliveira told Pascack Press on Jan. 15 that he didnʼt know he was in the running. “They just showed up at my office [Chiropractic For Wellness, chiropracticforwellness.com] and said Iʼd won and invited me to their meeting for the award presentation,” he said. “They were very sweet,” he added. DeOliveira, who shares his home with his wife and their two children, ages 6 and 4, described his prizewinning display as covering the property with bows and lights—“the hedges, deer all over the place, candy canes…” He said he tries to do something new every year—he moved in in 2011—and does not hew to a theme. “I just decided when I got a house that this was what I wanted to do. I do it for the kids more than anybody else,” he said. For more information about GFWC/NJSFWC The Contemporary Womanʼs Club of Washington Township, call (201) 664-7059 or visit twpofwashington.us. — John Snyder

County Prosecutorʼs Office Computer Crime Task Force, he was active in the investigation and arrest of child predators. Skinner also is a former D.A.R.E and school resource officer. He served on the state D.A.R.E. training team, where he trained at police academies all around New Jersey. He also was an executive board member of the NJ D.A.R.E Officers Association. Skinner told Pascack Press that community policing has been his department highlight. In 2000 he started the Washington Township Junior Police academy, which has grown over the past 18 years to become the Pascack Valley Junior Police Academy, with more than 100 students attending annually. He has helped several police departments start their own junior police academy programs. His awards include Township of Washington Police Department Meritorious Service Award, PBA 206 Presidentʼs Unit Citation, two End DWI Awards, three CPR lifesaving awards, a Bergen County Chiefs Association 9/11 Service Award, 2002 Knights of Columbus Police Officer of the Year, 2013 North Jersey Regional Crime Prevention Officer of the year, 2014 Irish Echo Leaders in Law Enforcement Award, and 2015 Knights of Columbus Community Service award. Capt. Calamari was born and raised in Washington Township

and attended Bergen Catholic High School and Seton Hall University, where he majored in political science. He joined the WTPD in August 1993. He graduated from Bergen County Police and Fire Academy Class #71 and was assigned to the Patrol Division. He was assigned to the Detective Bureau in 2004 and promoted to detective in 2005. In the Detective Bureau, he conducted investigations into all violent crime, drug and narcotic crime, and property crime that occurred within the Township. He coordinated multi-jurisdictional criminal investigations and worked several investigative details and criminal cases with the Bergen County Prosecutorʼs Office as well as the federal Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms and Federal Bureau of Investigations. He made detective sergeant in 2009 and lieutenant in 2015. Throughout his career, John served the following duties and assignments: Juvenile officer, Meganʼs Law officer, evidence officer, Internal Affairs officer, firearms instructor, 911 coordinator, domestic violence liaison officer, patrol rifle instructor, background investigations officer, gang task force liaison, alcoholic beverage compliance officer, terminal agency coordinator, uniform crime reporter, and public information officer.

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The Hillsdale Board of Health is offering a limited number of free radon test kits to Hillsdale residents on a first-come, first-served basis. Kits can be obtained at the Hillsdale Borough Hall, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Board of Health urges residents be aware of the importance of testing their homes for radon. Testing is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk from radon. Radon testing is easy to perform, and problems can be mitigated. Radon is a radioactive gas that occurs naturally when uranium breaks down in the soil and in rock formations. Small amounts of uranium are found in nearly all soils and rocks. Radon gas moves up through the soil and finds its way into homes through cracks in the foun-

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HIL LSDAL E 509 Hillsdale Ave. (201) 358-5072 • Monday, Jan. 27: Foreign Film Festival, “The Sea Inside” (Spain), 7 to 9 p.m. • Tuesday, Jan. 28: Knit and Chat Club with local resident Ellen Lauria leading. She will provide instruction, but all levels of experience are welcome. Bring your skein of yarn and needles. Work on your project or start a

new one. Class meets for two hours every other Tuesday. Funding provided by the Hillsdale Free Public Library Foundation through the gift of Gayle and Paul Gross; meets 10 a.m. to noon. Teen Trivia Night, 6 to 8 p.m. • Wednesday, Jan. 29: Redefining Retirement with the Bergen Volunteer Center, register; meets 10 a.m. to noon. Senior Cinema, “Judy,” with Rene Zellweger; noon to 2:30 p.m. MONTVALE 12 Mercedes Drive, Suite 100

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3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Chess (first grade and up; bring a chess set if you can), 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Nighttime Story Hour (3 and up), put on your PJs and join us for milk, cookies, and bedtime stories; 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. • Thursday, Jan. 30: Winter Story Hour (age 2), 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Winter Story Hour (age 3), 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. • Friday, Jan. 31: Winter Story Hour (birth to 2), 10:30 to 11: 30 a.m. • Saturday, Feb. 1: Saturday Afternoon Movie: “The Addams Family,” (4 and up), 2 to 3:30 p.m.

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Do you want to get involved in the Census? Bergen Volunteers is working on putting together a Complete Count Committee for the city of Hackensack, county seat of Bergen County. This committee will evolve over the next several months. The 2020 Census provides an opportunity for everyone to be counted. Tribal, state, and local governments; community based organizations; faith-based groups; schools; businesses; the media; and others play a key role in developing partners to educate and motivate residents to participate in the 2020 Census. When community members are informed, they are more likely to respond to the census. Through collaborative partnerships, the U.S. Census Bureau and community leaders can reach

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grades 6 and up see teen page), 5:30 p.m. Night Owls Book Club, “Pachinko” by Min Jin Lee, 6:30 p.m. • Tuesday, Jan. 28: Mat Yoga, 5:30 p.m. All levels welcome, $5 per class. Generation Coders: Student volunteers from Bergen County Academies bring their love of coding to the library. Learn to code using Python with Turtle. Bring a laptop if you have one. Register; 5:30 p.m. • Thursday, Jan. 30: Movie Matinee, “The Wizard of Oz,” 2 to 4 p.m. Mat Yoga, 5:30 p.m. All levels welcome, $5 per class. • Friday, Jan. 31: Adult Coloring Group/Thread Heads, with coffee and tea. 1 p.m. • Saturday, Feb. 1: Jigsaw Puzzle Competition in honor of National Puzzle Day. Teams of up to four compete to see who can most quickly assemble a 500piece puzzle. Register; noon. WESTWOOD 49 Park Ave. (201) 664-0583 Check library for registration requirements and wait lists. • Monday, Jan. 27: ESL Classroom Instruction, downstairs meeting room, 10 to 11:30

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The Hillsdale Film Festival Foreign Film Series kicks off its new season with the Spanish film “The Sea Inside” on Monday, Jan. 27 in the meeting room at the Hillsdale Library. The schedule for the spring season is as follows. All screenings are at 7 p.m.: ʻThe Sea Insideʼ (Spain) Jan. 27 In this 2004 drama, Javier Bardem plays a Spanish ship mechanic and part-time poet who is left a quadriplegic after a diving accident. This film tells the true story of a 30-year battle for the legal right to end his own life.

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ʻCrouching Tiger, Hidden Dragonʼ (China) Feb. 24 This 2000 film directed by Ang Lee won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. In 19th century China, a warrior (Chow Yun-Fat) gives his sword, Green Destiny, to his lover (Michelle Yeoh) to deliver to safe keeping, but it is stolen, and the chase is on to find it. Rated PG-13. (120 minutes.) ʻThe Tunnelʼ (Germany) March 30 An East German swimmer Harry Melchior escapes to West

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ʻMa Vie en Roseʼ (Belgium) April 27 Seven-year-old Ludovic announces to her startled parents that she is in fact a girl. Her parents first view her newfound taste for girlsʼ clothes and toys as a harmless phase, but as other neighborhood parents grow con-

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The mayors from all 10 towns in the Greater Pascack Valley have been invited to present their annual town updates. The breakfast meeting and presentation are open to the public including local residents, businesses, and the press. Breakfast with the Greater Pascack Valley Mayors, on Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 8 a.m. at the Iron Horse restaurant in Westwood, is sponsored by the Greater Pascack Valley Chamber of Commerce. A buffet and light refreshments will be served.

The nonprofit GPVCOC covers Emerson, Hillsdale, Montvale, Old Tappan, Oradell, Park Ridge, River Vale, Washington Township, Westwood, and Woodcliff Lake. During the presentation, each mayor or their representative will answer questions submitted by chamber members. Likely topics include new development and conflicts with wildlife. Tickets are $25 for chamber members, $30 for others, at pascackchamber.org/events/bre akfast-with-the-mayors-2020.

The event is expected to be well attended, so reserving a seat ahead of time is suggested. Tickets also are available by calling Robin Malley or Skip Kelley at (201) 666-0777. If space allows, tickets will be sold at the door. The GPVCOC works with local chambers of commerce and sponsors such evens as the Greater Pascack Valley Citizen of the Year dinner, job fairs, college scholarships, business expos, and donations and philanthropic events for community groups.

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ʻTannaʼ (Australia) May 18 In this 2015 film, a young woman runs away with the man she loves to avoid an arranged marriage. The villagers wrestle with preserving their traditional culture or adapting it to the increasing outside demands for individual freedom. Unrated. (104 minutes.) The Hillsdale Foreign Film Series is generally shown on the

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The Sundial Garden Club presents “A Year in the Life of a Beekeeper” at next meeting, Monday, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. at Meadowbrook Elementary School, 50 Piermont Ave. Guest speaker Lisa Skoglund has been keeping bees since 2014, supplying honey to the community. She has been accepted into the Eastern Apicultural Society Master Beekeeping certification program, where she

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The Valley Hospital has been recognized as one of Americaʼs Best Hospitals by the Womenʼs Choice Award for its dedication to providing exceptional patient care and treatment. Valley has received the following Womenʼs Choice Award distinctions for 2020: • Americaʼs Best Hospitals for Cancer Care • Americaʼs Best Hospitals for Heart Care • Americaʼs Best Stroke Centers • Americaʼs Best Hospitals

is pursuing further study of these fascinating insects. Human beekeeping or apiculture has been practised for millennia, since at least the times of Ancient Egypt and Ancient Greece. Apart from honey and pollination, honey bees produce beeswax, royal jelly, and propolis. Skoglund will give an overall picture of what goes into maintaining bee hives all year long.

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The Westwood Elks are running a golden ticket raffle, drawing Sunday, April 19 at 1 p.m. at Westwood Elks Lodge 1562. The buffet and refreshments will be available to ticket holders. Only 200 tickets are available at a $100 donation. If all 200 are sold, $10,000 will go to the winner. This is an elimination drawdown from start to finish. Three $150 consolation prizes will be pulled leading up to the eventual winner. The last ticket pulled will be the winner, or the last two owners may agree to split the grand prize.

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a.m. Beginner and Intermediate Scratch Coding (grades 3–5), upstairs at 4 p.m. March to the Oscars: “A Marriage Story” (downstairs meeting room); 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Library Board of Trustees (upstairs meeting room), 7 p.m. Mystery Lovers Book Group, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. • Tuesday, Jan. 28: Computer Tutor, 10 a.m. to noon. HTML Coding for Teens, upstairs meeting room, 3:30 p.m. March to the Oscars: “Joker” (downstairs meeting room), 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. • Wednesday, Jan. 29: Friends Work Day, 10 to 11 a.m. Preschool Painters (ages 1 1/2 to 5), downstairs, 11 a.m. Bereavement Group (upstairs), 1:30 to 3 p.m. National Puzzle Day and FROM PAGE 16

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Pascack Reformed Church looks to sun’s light

Pascack Reformed Church has installed solar panels on its fellowship hall and parsonage, contributing clean energy to the local power grid. It wrote Pascack Press in December 2019, “For more than 200 years, the congregation has been known for its loving ministry to members of a large community, and now embarks on a mission of critical stewardship for our planet.”

It added, “With the implementation of this solar energy program, the church, one of the oldest structures in our region, becomes a vehicle for one of the newest energy technologies. All are welcome in our safe and loving sanctuary, where we are committed to treating people and our precious planet with respect, dignity and appreciation.” Pascack Reformed Church is at 65 Pascack Road.

Save the dates for Thomas J. Riley Senior Center fun

The Thomas J. Riley Senior Center is a special meeting place for senior citizens of the Pascack Valley and wider Bergen and Rockland counties to enjoy hot nutritious and delicious meals, meet new friends, learn something new, keep fit and informed, and stay active and independent. If you havenʼt checked it out lately youʼre missing a good thing. Here are a few highlights from the upcoming calendar:

such topics as women in history, well being, and aging. Meet in the Arts & Crafts Room. Trivia Tuesdays Every Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the Arts & Crafts Room Improve cognitive functioning in a fun atmosphere!

Weekday Lunches The Thomas J. Riley Senior Center serves lunch Monday–Friday. Meals are catered by La Casa Formosa, an excellent Italian deli. Examples of menu items are ravioli, chicken Francese, meatloaf, pot roast, Caesar salad, broccoli cheddar soup, cream of mushroom soup, Parmesan crusted flounder, and an array of delicious sandwiches such as tuna salad, chicken, and eggplant Parmigiana Suggested donations are $3.50. For reservations, call (201) 6660840. Womenʼs Group Mondays from 1 to 1:45 p.m. Thomas J. Riley Senior Center Program Coordinator Marisa Tarateta, MFT, leads an open discussion on

Brain Games Thursdays from 1 to 1:45 p.m. Meet at the Arts & Crafts Room to exercise your brain with fun crossword puzzles, riddles, engaging conversation, and more. Call Marisa at (201) 666-0840.

Stimulating the Senses Sponsored by The Thomas J. Riley Senior Center, the Alzheimerʼs Association, and Portable Assisted Living Services (PALS), this program is a three-part series on the cognitive benefits of sensory stimulation. All times are 5 to 7 p.m., and each session closes with a rejuvenating guided meditation: • Feb. 18: Baking with Rose Ann, then a discussion about healthy living and eating for the heart and brain. • March 18: Aromatherapy presentation with Felicia on scents and how they stimulate cognition. Discussion follows in reducing

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is required by calling the Thomas J. Riley Senior Center, (201) 6660840. Dinner and Karaoke Friday, Feb. 28 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Register by Feb. 24. Cost is $15. See you at 100 Madison Ave., Westwood for a great

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Township promotes RVPD detectives Martin, Arcidiacono

The River Vale Police Department proudly announces the promotions of Detective Sgt. Peter Martin to lieutenant and Detective Jared Arcidiacono to sergeant. Both officers were sworn in at the Township Council meeting on Jan. 13 by Township Judge Vincent Galasso with their families at their sides. The meeting was attended by many of their friends, fellow officers. and family members. Martin joined the River Vale Police Department in 1995 and was assigned to the Detective Bureau in 2010. He was promoted to detective sergeant in 2018. He has received extensive training in criminal investigations, domestic violence, evidence management, and many other related fields. He is the departmentʼs domestic violence liaison officer, senior firearms instructor, and property and evidence control officer. He oversaw the implementation and officer training for many new directives and guidelines over the past several years. Moreover, he has served as

CONGRATULATIONS TO Lt. Peter Martin and Sgt. Jared Arcidiacono. ducted multiple criminal investigapresident and state delegate for Vale Police Department.” Arcidiacono joined the River tions. He also is the departmentʼs Pascack Valley PBA Local 206 and is director of the River Vale Police Vale Police Department in 2008 bulletproof vest coordinator and after graduating from John Jay records retention officer and has Officers Association. Martin has received several College of Criminal Justice. He has been an instructor at the Bergen awards and commendations during served as a field training officer County Law and Public Safety and domestic violence liaison offi- Institute and with the River Vale his career. Junior Police Academy. He said, “I am excited to begin cer. Arcidiacono has received sevHe was assigned to the Detecmy new role and work with the topnotch command staff of the River tive Bureau in 2018 and has con- eral awards and commendations

and has served as vice president of Pascack Valley PBA Local 206. He is an alternate captain and treasurer of the New Jersey State PBA Hockey Team. “I look forward to my new position and am excited to be working with a new partner in the Detective Bureau,” Arcidiacono said.

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Applications open for $3K graduate library scholarship

If you or someone you know is enrolled in an ALA accredited graduate library school program, consider applying for a Friends of the Westwood Library Scholarship. A $3,000 scholarship will be awarded to assist with tuition and course fees. According to Liz Bellamy, Friends president, a mission of the Friends of the Westwood Library is to support the studies of future

librarians through its annual scholarship. While preference is given to applicants from Westwood, the program is open to any student enrolled in an accredited MLS program who resides in the Greater Pascack Valley communities of Montvale, Park Ridge, Woodcliff Lake, Hillsdale, River Vale, Washington Township, Oradell, Old Tappan and Emerson

or a community within the BCCLS system. Download the application form from the Westwood Library website at westwoodpubliclibrary.org/friendsscholarship.html. It must be accompanied by: • A copy of acceptance letter (if newly enrolled) from an ALA accredited library school; • A transcript of completed

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PVHS junior Ellie Kim aces the ACT

Ellie Kim, daughter of Rae and Julie Kim and a junior at Pascack Valley High School, earned the highest possible ACT composite score of 36. Kim, of River Vale, is an award-winning student journalist who was just promoted to managing editor of The Smoke Signal, PVHSʼs student news outlet. She also is a varsity debate judge, a member of the schoolʼs One Spirit club, and has hit high honor roll every term since freshman year. Moreover, sheʼs been a competitive dancer for 10 years, Fewer than half of 1% of students who take the ACT earn a top score. In the United States high school graduating class of 2019, a mere 4,879 of nearly 1.8 million students who took the ACT walked away with a top composite score of 36. The ACT consists of tests in

English, mathematics, reading and science, each scored on a scale of 1–36. A studentʼs composite score is the average of the four test scores. The score for

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ACTʼs optional writing test is reported separately and is not included within the ACT composite score. In a letter to Kim, ACT CEO Marten Roorda said, “Your achievement on the ACT is significant and rare. Your exceptional scores will provide any college or university with ample evidence of your readiness for the academic rigors that lie ahead.” The ACT is a curriculumbased achievement exam that measures what students have learned in school. Students who earn a 36 composite score have likely mastered all of the skills and knowledge they will need to succeed in first-year college courses in the core subject areas. ACT scores are accepted by all major four-year colleges and universities across the United States.

courses and grades and current course(s); • A personal statement of educational and library career goals; • Two letters of recommendation; and • Proof of residency in any of the eligible towns. Applications and additional materials may be mailed or delivered to Westwood Pubic Library. Address the envelope to Friends Scholarship Committee, Westwood Public Library, 49 Park Avenue, Westwood, NJ 07675. The deadline for submission is March 1. The applicant must maintain a B average. Payment of award will be made at completion

of the enrolled course(s). The president of the Friends and the scholarship committee will review applications of the most promising applicants. Announcement of the scholarship winner and presentation of the award will be held at the May meeting of the Friends of the Westwood Library. The Friends of the Westwood Library is a 501c3 nonprofit organization formed to actively support the library through advocating, fundraising and volunteering. The Friends of the Westwood Public Library welcome all newcomers to the organization. Register as a Friend.

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COLLEGE NIGHT, WITH EXPERTS AND DESSERTS, JAN. 30

Save the date for “College Night: The Stress-Free, Affordable Approach to College Admissions,” presented by Shari Kramer and Ellen Kaufman. Kramer is founder and owner of Kramer College Consulting and co-author of “The Essential College Admissions Handbook.” Kaufman is founder and president of Tuition Resources, a college financial aid and tuition

payment consulting firm. The event is Thursday, Jan. 30 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Congregation Bʼnai Israel, 53 Palisade Ave. Beverages and light dessert will be available. For early admission of $10 adults; students free, RSVP by Jan. 25. Afterward, itʼs $15/adults, students free. Write collegenight2020@gmail.com

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Therapy dogs preempt students’ midterm stress

The Immaculate Heart Academy Guidance Department welcomed seven therapy dogs to IHA on Thursday, Jan. 16. Six of the dogs and their handlers were from Therapy Dogs of Tenafly; one was from The Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dogs Inc. of Morris Plains. The students had the opportunity to visit with the dogs during both lunch periods. Their visit came the week before midterms; guidance counselors said they hoped the dogs would help students alleviate their stress and anxiety as they prepared for exams. Ellen Donoghue of

Hawthorne, the guidance counselor who brought the idea to IHA, said the girls loved it. “The expressions on their faces were priceless,” she told Pascack Press last week. Handlers and their dogs included Isabel Almonte and Louie, Susan Smith and Leo, Margaret Hliboki and Jasper, Jessica Gotthold and Tonka, Pamela Marzano and Charlie, and Karen Koehler and CJ, all of Therapy Dogs of Tenafly, and Susan DiGregorio and Rosie of The Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dogs Inc. Founded in 1960, Immaculate Heart Academy is an all-girls

CARING CREW: Back to front and left to right are Susan Smith with Leo, Isabel Almonte with Louie; Corinne Fritzky, college counselor; Melissa O’Sullivan, director of College Counseling; Karen Koehler with CJ; Pam Marzano with Charlie; Ellen Donoghue, counselor; Margaret Hliboki with Jasper; Meagan Pappietro, counselor; Geraldine Boland, director of college counseling; Susan DiGregorio with Rosie; and Jessica Gotthold with Tonka.

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PASCACK VALLEY

PHHS, PVHS announce preschool registration

A DOG’S LIFE: Pups ease the strain of midterms at IHA.

The Family and Consumer Science Department of Pascack Hills and Pascack Valley high schools are accepting applications for their preschool programs for the 2020–2021 school year. Registration will take place between now and March 1. The preschools are part of the Early Childhood and Family

Education course. The programs enable high school students to work with and observe young children while learning about child development and parenting. High school students are also provided with new and responsible roles by working with young children, learning skills and competencies they can use as prepara-

tion for parenthood and/or child service careers. The preschoolers are provided with opportunities for educational experiences associated with children their own age, both in play and regularly scheduled activities prepared and conducted by high school students. The classes will be in session four days per week. The anticipated schedule is Tuesday through Friday from the beginning of October through the beginning of June. There are openings in the program for children 3–4. The programs are available only to children who are at least 3 by Oct. 1, 2020 and who reside in the Pascack Valley Regional High School District. The children are selected for the programs via a lottery. For applications, visit pascack.org/cms/one.aspx?portalId=134898&pageId=6173702 or email tlistro@pascack.org or jandersen@pascack.org.

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The most common heavy metal associated with memory problems, brain dysfunction, childhood developmental delays, and DR. ERIC KAPLAN, A l z h e i m e r ʼs disease is aluKAPLAN BRAIN & minum, which BODY is found in most deodorants and antiperspirants. Besides containing aluminum, antiperspirants are also dangerous because they prevent sweating, which is very

important for your health. It is one way our bodies manage the removal of waste and detoxify. When we put on antiperspirants, we clog up our sweat glands, thus restricting our armpits from sweating. It has been postulated that this can even lead to breast cancer. These products have metallic ingredients that can stay in our bodies and affect our brain health. Aluminum is also found in the foil people use to store, pack, or cover food. This aluminum can seep into the foods we eat, where we directly ingest it. There may

also be aluminum in the pans we use to cook food. There is aluminum in the cans that we use to store food. However, the good news is that there are easy solutions for all these problems. Instead of using aluminum, store your foods in glass containers. It is preferable to use stainless steel pans for cooking, which are safer than conventional pans. It is best to buy raw foods that are not stored in aluminum cans. These simple hints can help remove aluminum from your environment to help your brain

perform at high levels, but we must avoid not only aluminum but all heavy metals and chemical toxins. Another toxic chemical is mercury. Mercury poisoning is very common in America. The United States is one of the only countries that still allows mercury, in the form of Thimerosal, in a flu vaccine. In my opinion, if you want to avoid the flu you must build up your immune system by getting proper rest, water, and sunlight, as well as reducing stress, exercising, and eating healthy. In the winter, people get less sunlight and vitamin D, drink less water, get less rest, go to more parties, stay out later, drink more alcohol, eat more food and desserts, exercise less, feel more unhappy, struggle with more financial pressure, and deal with more family stresses. These are the reasons people get the flu— not because they did not get a flu shot or because it is cold outside. If you take care of your body, you wonʼt get the flu! Mercury is also found in dental fillings. You should make sure that old fillings have been checked and are sealed properly. If there are any openings in the fillings, the mercury inside can leak into the bloodstream and eventually make it to your brain. Therefore, it is imperative to remove these fillings before they cause irreversible damage. If, however, you have mercury fillings that are sealed properly, do not risk exposure by removing them when they are not causing any harm. Fish is another common place mercury is found. The

smaller the fish, the less mercury it has. Therefore, sardines, anchovies, and salmon are healthier choices. Also, it is important to buy fish from the Atlantic or the Mediterranean rather than the Pacific Ocean. The Pacific Ocean has a much higher percentage of radiated fish due to a meltdown at a Japanese nuclear plant that occurred as a result of a tsunami a few years ago. It is not only the ocean that is filled with toxic chemicals and radioactive materials; our drinking water may contain toxic chemicals like fluoride, chlorine, or lead that may cause brain damage. Fluoride, one of the planetʼs most dangerous neurotoxins, is found in toothpaste as well, so I recommend getting fluoride-free toothpaste, in addition to getting a water filter to remove these toxic substances. Lead is also found in old paint and old houses in addition to our drinking water. Think about where you might be encountering heavy metals and take steps to prevent continued exposure. Your brain health depends on being free from these harsh metals, and your health will benefit overall if you remove them from your life. If you or someone you know are interested in learning about ways to naturally improve your childʼs brain health without drugs or surgery please attend our FREE lecture, “How to Holistically Raise a Healthy Child,” in our Emerson office on Saturday, Feb. 8 at 2 p.m. Seating is limited, so call (201) 2612150 today to reserve your spot.

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Residents, the Westwood Department of Public Works advises that starting this month garbage will be picked up townwide on Tuesdays and Fridays year round. Residents are still limited to six items per pickup. Garbage must go out the night before scheduled pickup, and not earlier. Recycling will continue to be collected on Wednesdays. Recyclables cannot be mixed with garbage. Garbage will be left behind.

To dispose of metal, call for an appointment: (201) 664-2349. When it snows, donʼt throw or blow snow back into the streets. If you do so, youʼre liable to get a heavy fine. Basketball hoops must not hang over the roadway or be placed in the street. Doing so can lead to fines. Homeowners will be responsible for damage to plow trucks. For more information, call the DPW at (201) 664-2349

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Be Well Community Lecture Series at PVMC

Pascack Valley Medical Center is proud to offer its Be Well Community Lecture Series, which is designed to educate members of the community about ways to stay well and lead healthier and more fulfilling lives. All classes are free of charge. Online registration is available at pascackmedicalcenter.com/bewell, or call 877-848-WELL (9355). All workshops are held at Pascack Valley Medical Center, 250 Old Hook Road, Westwood, unless otherwise noted. Your Heart Health Eat Your Way to a Healthy Heart Feb. 26 at noon Ever wonder what foods are best for your heart health? Join us as we learn about how sodium puts your cardiovascular system at risk and how some dietary fats can actually be heart protective. This presentation will help you make smart food choices to keep your heart health a top priority!

Diabetes and Heart Health Feb. 18 at noon Maureen Kane APN, CDE, Nurse Practitioner and Certified Diabetes Educator, will discuss the relationship between diabetes and your heart health. Come learn about prediabetes, diabetes, insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome. Understand your risk factors, the symptoms and current treatments to assess and manage these disorders. You will come away with the knowledge and tools you need to improve your overall and heart health.

Inflammation and Heart Disease Feb. 12 at noon Join Pascack Valley Medical Center and Dr. Patricia Murphy of Westwood Cardiology as we educate the community on inflammation and heart disease. The Heart Health Truth: Women and Heart Health

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It is fairly common for dentists to see patients with broken teeth. The patient often is aware of the broken tooth but ROBERT H. GULLER, D.M.D may not rememOF PASCACK DENTAL ARTS ber when it broke. In other cases, the patient may be unaware of the broken or fractured tooth if there are no symptoms. Overall, the more mature among us tend to have a higher incidence of tooth fracture and this is likely due to several reasons. First, our teeth tend to become more brittle as we age and protective enamel tooth structure tends to wear away leaving teeth vulnerable to damage. In general, older individuals are more likely to lose a back tooth or teeth and not get a replacement, which in turn puts additional strain on the remaining teeth allowing susceptibility to shifting and cracking. As we age and tend to take more medications,

the mouth tends to dry out leading to increased decay rates and in turn weaker teeth. Teeth that have been treated with root canal therapy during early or middle age also tend to have a greater tendency to break later in life as the root of the tooth loses its “flexibility” over time due to the lack of a live nerve. Live nerves normally also “warn” us if we are biting too hard or biting on a hard object and prevent us from damaging our teeth. Many of the causes of tooth fracture can be prevented or minimized by being examined on a regular basis, being aware of your potential deleterious habits such as tooth grinding and replacing back teeth when possible in order to help stack the odds in your favor. Ask your dentist or hygienist what you can do to minimize potential problems in the future. For questions about this and other dental procedures ask your dentist or contact Dr. Guller at: askdrguller@aol.com or call 201391-5565.

Feb. 27 at noon Heart disease continues to impact women nationally every year. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. Women may experience less obvious symptoms and warning signs then men. Paying attention to risk factors and living a healthy lifestyle can help keep prevent heart disease. Join the Pascack Valley Medical Center Cardiac Rehabilitation team to discuss how you can manage and maintain your heart health. Note: Heart Truth will be held at the Westwood Recreation Department, 55 Jefferson Ave.

Managing Diabetes Understanding Diabetes: Causes, symptoms, tests and management Jan. 28 at 11:30 a.m. Currently, 30 million people are known to have diabetes and another 84 million have pre diabetes. People with diabetes are at increased risk of serious health complications. The goal is always to keep the disease under control. Join Pascack Valley Medical Center and Dr. Getti Mahajan, board certified endocrinologist, to learn about the latest medical treatment guidelines and medications, taking charge of your care and what you should do each year, and every three months to effectively manage your diabetes at this seminar.

CPR Training Family and Friends CPR Training Feb. 11, March 11 and April 7 at 5:30 p.m. CPR training takes a few short hours, but can add years to a personʼs life. Pascack Valley Medical Center is dedicated to empowering the community with the proper tools and

technology to save lives. Note: This class is NOT for a certification.

Neurology Healthy Aging: Tips for Brain and Body Jan. 22 at 12:30 p.m. Over the past decades, researchers have explored how lifestyle factors may affect our physical and cognitive health. Diet, exercise, stress, sleep problems, and other factors may influence age-related physical and cognitive decline. Join Pascack Valley Medical Center and Alzheimerʼs NJ to learn about the latest research on lifestyle changes and how to incorporate healthy habits into your daily routine.

Nutrition Healthy Cooking Demos Feb. 19 at 1 p.m. Join the hospitalʼs Registered Dietitian and Chef for a live cooking demonstration and tasting of healthy, delicious recipes. This live cooking demo is designed to make healthy eating both delicious and informative. It offers practical solutions for everyday living, including easy-to follow recipes, meal ideas, and shopping lists. Simple changes in your food choices can be the first step toward a healthier you. And, since thereʼs no plan that fits everyone, itʼs important to develop a blueprint for healthy eating thatʼs packed with a variety of tasty, nutrient-rich foods and keeps your unique lifestyle in mind. Orthopedic Life Can be a Pain in the Back: Back Pain Lecture Jan. 31 at 11:30 a.m. Is back pain affecting your lower back or inhibiting your ability to

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Dear Semi, Whether or not you are required to file a federal income tax return this year depends not only on how much you earned last year (in 2019), but also the source of that income, as well as your age and your filing status. Here’s a rundown of this tax season’s IRS tax filing require-

ment thresholds. For most people, this is pretty straightforward. If your 2019 gross income—which includes all taxable income, not counting your Social Security benefits, unless you are married and filing separately— was below the threshold for your filing status and age, you may not have to file. But if it’s over, you will. • Single: $12,200 ($13,850 if you’re 65 or older by Jan. 1, 2020). Married filing jointly: $24,400 ($25,700 if you or your spouse is 65 or older; or $27,000 if you’re both over 65). • Married filing separately: $12,200 at any age. • Head of household: $18,350 ($20,000 if age 65 or older). • Qualifying widow(er) with dependent child: $24,400 ($25,700 if age 65 or older). To get a detailed breakdown

on federal filing requirements, along with information on taxable and nontaxable income, call the IRS at (800) 829-3676 and ask for a free copy of the “Tax Guide for Seniors” (publication 554) or see IRS.gov/pub/irspdf/p554.pdf.

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You’ll also need to file if you’re receiving Social Security benefits, and one-half of your benefits plus your other gross income and any tax-exempt interest exceeds $25,000—or $32,000 if you’re married and filing jointly. To figure all this out, the IRS offers an interactive tax assistant tool on their website that asks a series of questions that will help you determine if you’re required to file, or if you should file because you’re due a refund. It takes less than 15 minutes to complete. You can access this tool at IRS.gov/help/ita – click on “Do I Need to File a Tax Return?” Or, you can get assistance over the phone by calling the IRS helpline at 800-829-1040. You can also get face-to-face help at a Taxpayer Assistance Center. See IRS.gov/localcontacts or call (800) 829-1040 to locate a center near you. Check Your State Even if you’re not required to file a federal tax return this year, don’t assume that you’re also excused from filing state income taxes. The rules for your state might be very different. Check with your state tax agency before

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PASCACK PRESS REQUESTS neighborhood police reports every week and summarizes noteworthy items for readers. The following are allegations. Defendants are presumed innocent until and unless they are found guilty in court.

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First date from hell: He soaks her for $7,800 in gear

A local woman, 30, visited police on Jan. 10, a week after she met a fella on the international matchmaking app Woo. She said the two had been in contact via phone for days meeting up. On what appears to be their first date. Jan. 6, he told her heʼd received a phone call from his boss telling him that he needed to purchase electronic equipment for an important meeting the following day. His story was that heʼd left his wallet behind and asked if she could charge the goods—naturally heʼd reimburse her by check. The woman took her swain, 35, from New York, to Best Buy in Paramus to buy him the first item on his list: a $1,013.93 (plus tax) iPad Pro. Then it was on to the Best Buy in Woodland Park for an Alienware computer, another tablet of an unknown brand, a Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus, and several other items. The grand total, bearing down on two credit cards, was $7,805.89. According to the police report, the man took several of the receipts, claiming he needed them to account for “his” purchases at work.

He left her with a check for $8,000 to cover her costs. The report, filed under theft by deception, explains that once the victim deposited the check, her bank froze her account and advised that the funds originated at a closed account. The woman tried to meet with him to settle up but the apparent scammer couldnʼt: his excuses involved his recent hospitalization interfering with his efforts to recoup his motherʼs final wages following her death. The victim contacted her credit card companies in an attempt to resolve the issue. The Detective Bureau was notified.

Officer drawn to car with tinted windows: drug arrest

A Spring Valley, N.Y. man wound up with a court date after an officer on patrol Jan. 11 saw his black Audi pass by with its heavily tinted windows obstructing the view. The officer follow northbound and initiated a motor vehicle stop on Kinderkamack Road in the vicinity of Nottingham Court. He exited his car and approached the suspect vehicle on the passenger side. Once there he immediately detected the odor of raw marijuana emanating from within. The driver provided registration and proof of insurance but claimed that he did not have his driver's license on him. It turned out that the defendantʼs driving privileges were suspended and that he had a $300 traffic warrant out of North Haledon. The officer called for an additional unit to assist. A consent search of the

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defendantʼs car turned up four baggies of suspected marijuana. The defendant was arrested and taken to headquarters. There, an officer called the North Haledon police, who gave the defendant a new court date to satisfy their warrant. Summonses are answerable in the Pascack Joint Municipal Court on Feb. 12. Complaints are for driving while license is suspended, possession of marijuana under 50 grams, no driverʼs license in possession, and possession of controlled dangerous substance in a motor vehicle. The defendant was given a courtesy ride back to his car.

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Stopped for lamp, driver arrested over marijuana

An officer on patrol Jan. 9 at 1:30 p.m. observed a vehicle travelling on Rivervale Road with a malfunctioning brake light. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on Rivervale Road near Montview Place and approached the vehicle, immediately detecting the odor of marijuana coming from within. A backup unit arrived. The defendant surrendered a bag of marijuana she had in her pocket. A vehicle search turned up an additional marijuana cigarette. The defendant, 23, from Newark, was read her Miranda rights and placed under arrest. She was transported to police headquarters and processed. She was issued a criminal complaint for possession of marijuana and motor vehicle summonses for possession of controlled dangerous substance in a motor vehicle and maintenance of lamps. She was released pending an appearance at the River Vale Municipal Court on Jan. 21.

Headlight out; officer detects marijuana odor

An officer on motor patrol Jan. 9 at 10:30 p.m. observed a vehicle travelling on Rivervale Road with a malfunctioning headlight. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on Rivervale Road near Grand Avenue in Mont-

vale. On approaching the vehicle, the officer immediately detected the odor of marijuana coming from within. A backup unit arrived. A passenger in the suspectʼs vehicle admitted having marijuana in her purse. She surrendered a plastic container containing marijuana. The defendant, 24, from River Vale, was read her Miranda rights and placed under arrest. She was transported to police headquarters and processed. She was issued a criminal complaint for possession of marijuana and released pending an appearance at the River Vale Municipal Court on Jan. 21. The driver was issued a warning for the malfunctioning headlight.

Street in Harrington Park. A backup officer arrived to assist. The officer confirmed that the registered owner was the driver of the vehicle and had a suspended license and warrants from South Hackensack and River Vale for a combined $800. The defendant, 28, from Hackensack, was placed under arrest and transported to police headquarters. He posted the required bail and was issued a motor vehicle summons for driving while license suspended. He was released pending an appearance at the River Vale Municipal Court on Jan. 21.

Passenger from White Plains arrested over pot

A Hackensack massage parlor was closed and two female employees from New York were arrested by members of the Hackensack Police Department for prostitution offenses. After receiving an anonymous complaint Shen Qin about Healing Hand Spa at 139 Main St., an undercover detective entered the business on Friday, Jan. 17 at approximately noon and posed Huaihui Li as a customer. He was greeted by hostess Shen Qin who took the detective to the masseuse, Huaihui Li, who then offered to perform sexual acts for money. Several Hackensack police officers entered the spa and arrested Qin and Li. The business was closed by the Hackensack Health Department due to violating the provisions of its license. Qin was charged with promoting prostitution, a third degree crime, and released on a summons pending an appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack on Monday, Feb. 3. Li was charged with prostitution, a disorderly persons

An officer on motor patrol on Jan. 13 at 3 p.m. observed a vehicle travelling on Rivervale Road with a malfunctioning brake light. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on Brookside Avenue near Rivervale Road. As the officer approached the vehicle he detected the odor of marijuana coming from within. A backup officer arrived to assist. A rear seat passenger in the stopped car, 29, from White Plains, N.Y., surrendered a bag of marijuana from his jacket. Read his Miranda rights and placed under arrest, he was transported to police headquarters and processed. He was issued a criminal complaint for possession of marijuana. He was released pending an appearance at Central Judicial Processing Court on Jan. 22.

Plate checked: Suspension and two warrants

An officer on motor patrol Jan. 13 at 10:05 p.m. was conducting random license plate queries when the response from a vehicle travelling on Rivervale Road indicated that the registered owner had a suspended driverʼs license and outstanding warrants. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on Spring

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POLICE TO PRESENT ON TEENS, ALCOHOL JAN. 29

The PFA Parent Academy and the Woodcliff Lake Police Department present “Keeping Your Kids Safe: A Closer Look Into Cyber Safety and Alcohol Usage in Teens.” The event is Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. at the Woodcliff Middle School Media Center. Organizers say, “Join us for an evening with three of Woodcliff Lakeʼs juvenile officers: Detective Sergeant Chad Malloy will educate parents on

how to keep their kids safe in a technological era. LEAD Detectives Paul Brown and Simon Sherfer will present on the danger of alcohol and drinking parties. In addition, they will address the legal consequences for parents who provide alcohol to minors.” RSVP by Jan. 27 to http://bit.ly/2N7tSd0. For more information, write Jen Charnow at wclpfaparentacademy@gmail.com.

Public comment sought toward police accreditation available at the Westwood Police Department, 101 Washington Avenue, Westwood, NJ. Please contact the Accreditation Office at (201) 664-7000. Anyone wishing to offer written comments about the Westwood Police Departmentʼs ability to comply with the standards for accreditation is requested to email the Accreditation Program manager at hdelgado@njsacop.org or write the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission at 751 Route 73 North, Suite 12 Marlton, NJ 08053. The Westwood Police Department must comply with 112 standards in order to achieve accredited status. According to Pontillo, accreditation results in greater accountability within the agency, reduced risk and liability exposure, stronger defense against civil lawsuits, increased community advocacy, and more confidence in the agencyʼs ability to operate efficiently and respond to community needs. The Accreditation Program Manager for the New Jersey State

Association of Chiefs of Police is Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission, write the Commission Harry J. Delgado, Ed.S. The assessment team is com- at New Jersey State Association of posed of law enforcement practi- Chiefs of Police, Law Enforcement tioners from similar New Jersey law enforcement agencies. The asses- WESTWOOD sors will review written materials, interview agency members, and visit offices and other places where compliance with the standards can be observed. Once the commissionʼs assessors complete their review of the agency, they will report to the full commission, which will then decide if the agency is to be granted accredited status. Accreditation is valid for a three year period, during which time the agency must submit annual reports attesting to their continued compliance with those standards under which it was initially accredited. The New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police through its New Jersey Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission is the legitimate authority and accreditation agency in the state of New Jersey. For more information on the

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The Park Ridge Municipal Pool Committee writes to report great summer weather in 2019, saying it hopes the trend continues into the 2020 season. The Park Ridge Municipal Pool opens on Memorial Day weekend. Pool memberships are open to all Park Ridge residents and non-resident employees of Park Ridge borough and Board of Education. A limited number of memberships will be offered to nonresidents. The committee says,

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The Friends of the Westwood Library invite the public to attend an author event on Sunday, Feb. 9 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the library. Eilene Zimmerman, journalist and author of the forthcoming book “Smacked: a Story of White Collar Ambition, and Tragedy,” will be at the library to read from and lead discussion about her hotly anticipated book. Due Feb. 5 from Random House, “Smacked” has Newsweek declaring it one of the most anticipated books of 2020. “Journalist Eilene Zimmer-

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Robert PETER

Robert Peter, 63, of Satsuma, Fla., formerly of Westwood, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 16 ,

2020 following a long illness. Predeceased by his father, Robert, in 2003, he is survived by his mother, Theresa, of Westwood; his wife, Julianne; and a daughter, Valerie, of Satsuma. He also is survived by a sister Maureen (Wandell), of Washington Township, her husband Donald; three daughters; and many loving nieces and nephews. He is a graduate of Westwood Regional High School. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Feb. 8 at 11 a.m. at Grace Episcopal Church in Westwood. For more information, call the church at (201) 664-0407.

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Robert Bader, 87, of Hillsdale peacefully passed away at home on Jan. 17, 2020. He was a scenic artist and set designer at NBC for more than 40 years, most recently producing the artwork for Willard Scottʼs “Today Show” weather map. He is survived by his devoted wife, Jean, as well as his five children: Linda, Robert, Richard, Douglas, and Karen; their spouses; 16 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held Saturday, Jan. 25 at Becker Funeral Home in Westwood. Condolences and memories are welcome at Becker-Funeralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Robertʼs name to the charity of your choice.

Geraldine C. DELANEY

Geraldine C. Delaney, 80, of Emerson, passed away at home on Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2019. Born Nov. 25, 1939 in Staten Island, New York, she was the daughter of the late John and Helen (Forbes) Schopp. Geraldine is survived by her two sons, Michael and Noel

Delaney; her daughter and sonin-law, Siobhan and Robert Censullo; and her four grandchildren, Karissa and Anthony Delaney and Morgan and Jenna Censullo. She was predeceased by her two sons, Brendan and Patrick; daughter-in-law Dawn Delaney (LoGiudice) and her former husband Philip Delaney. Visiting hours were held on Saturday, Jan. 4 at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood. In lieu of flowers, donations in Geraldineʼs memory may be made to North Shore Animal League.

Barbara Ann FIPPINGER GOULD

Barbara Ann Fippinger Gould, 80, of Old Tappan, peacefully passed away Wednesday Jan. 15, 2020. She is survived by her daughter Amy Callahan and husband William, her son Christopher D. Gould, her grandson Sean Callahan, and her brother Robert Fippinger. She is predeceased by her husband, Edward F. Gould. Barbara was a well respected and caring registered nurse and a 50-year resident of Old Tappan. She adored her family, loved flowers and gardening, and was enthusiastically active in Prince of Peace Lutheran

Church. Visitation was Monday, Jan. 20 at Becker Funeral Home, Westwood. Services were Wednesday, Jan. 22 at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Old Tappan. Interment at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus. Donations in Barbaraʼs name may be made to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church and the American Diabetes Association.

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William B. Hodgins Jr., 89, of Park Ridge, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020. He was born in Hackensack to William B., Sr. and Ethel Hodgins. Beloved husband of Elizabeth Hodgins. Devoted father of Nancy Reynolds and her husband Gil, William B. Hodgins III, Andrew Hodgins and his wife Susan, and David Hodgins. Dear brother of Robert and Richard. Loving grandfather of Gregory, Larissa, Jonathan, Matthew, and David. The family received relatives and friends at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood on Sunday, Jan. 19. The funeral Mass celebrating Billʼs life and faith was at Our Lady of Mercy R.C. Church, Park Ridge, on Monday, Jan. 20.

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Rosaly Juliana Pavese (nee Prevedel) of Emerson passed away peacefully, surrounded by her husband and family, on Friday, Jan. 17, 2020. Beloved wife of Robert A. Pavese Jr. Devoted mother of Michelle Ciccarelli and her husband Brent, Christina Finley and her husband Keith and Robert E. Pavese and his wife Rebecca. Loving daughter of Katherine and the late Joseph Prevedel. Daughter-in-law of Evelyn and the late Robert A. Pavese Sr. Cherished grandmother of Jillian and Jake Ciccarelli, Payton and JJ Finley, and Lexi and Mac Pavese. Dear sister of Raymond Prevedel and his wife Ellen, Robert Prevedel and his wife Kim, and Julie Hall and her husband Marc. The family received friends at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, on Sunday. Service by the Emerson Fire Department and Ladies Auxiliary service. Funeral liturgy at Our Lady of Victories, Harrington Park, was Monday. Cremation was private. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts CONTINUED ON PAGE 35

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The League of Women Voters turns 100 years old on Feb. 14. During that week, the League of Women Voters of Northern Valley (LWVNV) joins local and state Leagues around the country in a nationwide day of action, Women Power the Vote. The LWVNV will commemorate this historic occasion with a special program, “Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Womenʼs Right to Vote,” on Monday, Feb. 10. The festive celebration takes place at 7:30 p.m. at Leonia High School Little Theater, 100 Christie Heights Street in Leonia. The event is free and open to the public. “The League was founded by suffrage leaders 100 years ago to

help American women exercise their new right to vote,” said Nike Prieston Bach, co-president, League of Women Voters of Northern Valley. “Today, we celebrate and join Leagues nationwide in demonstrating the power of women to achieve a more perfect democracy.” Women Power the Vote celebrates the Leagueʼs 100-year milestone by bringing together Leagues in over 750 communities across the country with one unified day of action. “For 100 years, Leagues have registered voters, informed their communities on the issues, advocated in their legislatures, and helped shape their communities and this country,” said Chris Car-

son, president of the board of the League of Women Voters of the United States. “We only saw it fitting that we should celebrate this milestone with a coordinated day of the kind of grassroots activism our members and supporters have embraced for an entire century.” Fight for Woman Suffrage in New Jersey In Leonia, re-enactor Carol Simon Levin will perform “Reclaiming Our Voice: New Jerseyʼs Role in the Fight For Woman Suffrage,” showing how women fought for generations for the right to vote. Simon Levin portrays Lillian Feickert, president of the N.J. Woman Suffrage Association 1912–1920, and

GET OUT THE VOTE: Suffragist Elizabeth Cady Stanton with Susan B. Anthony.

explores New Jerseyʼs overlooked role in the long fight for woman suffrage. The performance highlights how some women in the state had the right to vote and then lost it, with prominent suffrage advocates Lucy Stone, a resident of Orange, New Jersey, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton, who lived in Tenafly, continuing the fight by staging tax and voting protests. Advocate Dr. Florence Spearing Randolph, founder of the NJ Association of Colored Womenʼs Clubs, brought African American women into the movement, and Alice Paul of Mount Laurel pushed relentlessly for a federal amendment. The LWVNV will also discuss current initiatives and events the chapter is involved with. These include the 2020 decennial census, People Powered Fair Maps, Vote 411, Voter Registration, and Candidate Forums. Partners, to date, of the event are

Northern NJ NOW, Displaced Homemakers Network of NJ, Inc. and Womenʼs Rights Information Center. The public is invited to attend a reception after the program. “The League of Women Voters of Northern Valley celebrates this history by taking action for our future,” said Joyce Luhrs, vice president marketing, LWVNV. “Our founders achieved the impossible by working tirelessly to pass the 19th Amendment 100 years ago. Today, we honor their hard-won fight by continuing to push our democracy forward and to empower every voter to play a critical role in shaping our country.” The League of Women Voters of Northern Valley draws members from 29 municipalities in Bergen County, New Jersey. These municipalities include Alpine, Bergenfield, Cliffside SEE NEW PAGE 43

INTO THE FUTURE: Lillian Feickert, president of the New Jersey Woman Suffrage Association, ran for the U.S. Senate and helped organize the New Jersey League of Women Voters.

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Michael was a a veteran of to St. Jude Childrenʼs Research the Korean War, was involved at Hospital, stjude.org, are appre- St. Josephʼs R.C. Church as a eucharistic minister and helped ciated. organize the Cursillo retreats as well as many other religious Michael ministries. RICCIARDONE The family received guests Michael Ricciardone, 84, of at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Emerson, formerly of Hacken- Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, sack, passed away Monday, Jan. on Thursday, Jan. 23. A Mass 20, 2020. celebrating Michael's life and Michael is survived by his faith was held at St. Josephʼs dear children Michael Jr., R.C. Church in Oradell on FriThomas, and Jeananne Marrone day, Jan. 24. Entombment at St. and her husband Frank; his Joseph Cemetery in Hackensack grandchildren Michael III, followed. Christopher, Drew, Annie, In lieu of flowers, memorial Frankie, and Joey. contributions can be made in He is predeceased by his Michaelʼs name to the St. Jude beloved wife Jean as well as his Childrenʼs Research Hospital, siblings Mary Ferraro and stjude.org/donate. Joseph. Michael worked for many Dorothy Arlene years as a procurement specialist VOORHIS for Singer-Kearfott Guidance Dorothy Arlene Voorhis Systems. He was an avid lifelong runner and will be missed dearly (nee Pfeiffer) of Westwood running through the streets of passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on WedEmerson.

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nesday, Jan. 15, 2020. Beloved wife of the late James C. “Jake” Voorhis. Devoted mother of Arlene Phayre and her husband, Billy; James and his late wife, Gerry; Thomas and his wife, Dianne; Andrew and his wife, Maria; and Theresa Sambets. Dear sister of Gladys Pfeiffer and Janice Buzzeo. Loving grandmother of nine grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren. The family received friends at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, on Tuesday. Westwood Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary service. Funeral liturgy was Wednesday at St. Andrewʼs Church, Westwood. Interment to follow at Maryrest Cemetery, Mahwah. Memorial gifts to St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital, stjude.org, or the Westwood Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary are appreciated.

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Superintendent of Schools Brian P. Gatens wrote parents Jan. 6 to welcome families to 2020 and provide an update on Emerson public schools. “We hope that the long break offered your family a chance to connect and relax,” he said. Gatens said the district continues to grow and thrive. “As the community can see, our major construction projects are making solid progress as we enjoy the nice weather (much to the chagrin of our snow-loving students) and continue to grow excited at the prospect of our new facilities,” he said. Parents are invited to attend the districtʼs second Wellness Fair and Parent Presentation, set for Thursday, Jan. 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Emerson Junior-Senior High School. • 6 to 7 p.m. Attendees can visit a variety of both in-district and community service providers in and around Emerson. Offerings are expanded. Organizers are

happy to host a wide variety of mental health, wellness and growth-oriented organizations. • 7 to 8 p.m. Dr. Jeanne Marron from West Bergen Mental Health presents on “Developing Resilience in Children.” Marron is a popular and well-respected speaker. Attendees will leave with solid and commonsense advice about how to help foster internal fortitude, positive attitudes, and a strong, solution-based approach to lifeʼs challenges. “The eveningʼs activities are designed for our parent and guardian community only, and is open to all regardless of the age or grade level of their children,” Gatens said. Babysitting will be offered during the event. All attendees are asked to RSVP. See the district website for more information. District Strategic Planning 2015–2020 District Strategic Planning sessions are set for Wednesday, Jan. 22, Thursday, Feb.

POLICE BLOTTER offense, and released on a summons, also pending an appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court in Hackensack, also Feb. 3. The Hackensack Police Department thanked South Hackensack police for their assistance. Detective Capt. Darrin DeWitt said, “The Hackensack Police Department takes quality of life concerns seriously, and its members are committed to keeping Hackensack a safe, desirable community as progress continues in its revitalization. Thank you to the person that made the anonymous complaint.” Hackensack police encourage anyone who witnesses a crime or

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has information about one to reach out to Crime Stoppers of Bergenfield, Englewood, Teaneck, Hackensack, and Bogota, which offers cash rewards of up to $1,000. Report tips anonymously at bergencrimestoppers.org or by calling (844) 466-6789.

Man critical after bedtime mishap with his handgun

A Hackensack resident accidentally shot himself in his residence on Hudson Street with his legally owned handgun. The victim, 57, was placing his Smith and Wesson .45 caliber handgun on his nightstand as he

13, and Wednesday, March 4 at 7 p.m. at the high school. You donʼt have to attend all three but RSVP online to take part. To review the 2015–2020 District Strategic Plan and for archival related documents, all are encouraged to visit this online district resource. In the online folder, one will find the plan, supporting documentation, and an overview of the districtʼs last approach to Strategic Planning. “Alongside these major initiatives, our schools continue to be filled with challenging and rigorous instruction, high expectations for both academics and student behavior, and a belief that each of our children have the capacity to succeed and thrive. This is due in large part to the expectations set at home,” Gatens said. He added, “As we enter 2020, please know that we will continue to provide for your children. Whether it be through our studentcentered academic curriculum, the

the challenges to come.” For more information visit emersonschools.org.

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The Reserve Unit of the Park Ridge Police seeks new officers. The Reserve Unit is committed to upholding the Constitution, community, and agency it serves. The unit relies upon the professionalism, dedication, and commitment of its officers to accomplish this task. The vision of the Reserve Unit is to work as a vital part of the police department in building and maintaining the strong bonds of a healthy community policing program. This will be accomplished by providing all officers with the tools they need. In turn, the unit will assist the police department in meeting the challenges of reducing crime, creating a safer community, and improving the quality of life. The core values of this Unit are: integrity, professionalism, commitment, moral character, mutual respect, and teamwork. Applications to become a reserve officer in Park Ridge will be accepted until January. Applicants

should understand they are volunteering to contribute to the overall mission of the unit. Individuals are expected to be professional on and off duty and will be held accountable for their actions at all times. Before applying, make sure you and your family are ready for what will be required of you. In order to qualify you must be a citizen of the Unites States, live within five miles of Park Ridge (provided no program exists in your municipality), be at least 18, be in good physical and mental health, be at least a high school graduate, not have a criminal record or unsatisfactory driving record (background check required), successfully complete the next class held at the Bergen County Police and Fire Academy in Mahwah (classes held at night for three months), and expect to serve around 150 hours a year (includes training and duty time). For more information and an application, call Sgt. DiBlasi at (201) 391-5400 ext. 5232 or stop by police headquarters.

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parison of claiming now vs. later, and offers key considerations as you review your strategy each year. Comparison: Claiming sooner vs. later. LetĘźs start with a hypothetical example: John Doe was born in 1960 and was earning $200,000 a year when he retired. He decided to start receiving Social Security benefits as soon as he became eligible at 62, or five years before he would receive full retirement benefits. His monthly benefit in todayĘźs dollars is $2,106. If he had delayed receiving benefits until he was 70, heĘźd receive $1,700 more a month, or $3,806. And he would make up for

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Public or private data? Between breaks in the hearing, Suez officials, including spokeswoman Debra Vial, said the location of homeownersʼ lead lines—at least those they are aware of—are confidential and not public information. Suez officials said a state law prevented them from releasing information about the utilityʼs known lead line locations. However, when asked later, Suez attorney Stephen Genzer said he had not looked at any privacy issues related to disclosure of where lead lines are located and would look further into the matter. He said he could not cite a specific law that prohibited disclosure of utility data on lead lines or data on customer lead lines. Genzer said a monthly report is provided to the state environmental department that provides numbers of known lead pipes owned by Suez or customers. He said the data does not provide town-by-town lead pipe breakdowns. Dayton said that could be easily done if Suez wanted to. Also during the break, Eric Vitale, Suez large projects and lead program manager, said the utility would dig 21 random test pits at locations around Tenafly— and in 23 of 57 towns served—to get data for a statistical, scientific analysis of when customer lead lines might likely be suspected to be lead. Vitale said twice to Dayton that “privacy laws” prevent Suez from revealing information about which utility and customer lines

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2% interested Vial told Pascack Press earlier that of 1,000 customers contacted by Suez due to known lead on the customer side “only 2% agreed to consider [replacement]” due to an estimated $3,000–$5,000 cost. If a customer wishes to replace their line, Vial said the utility works to help secure a plumber to do the work in concert with Suezʼs replacement work. She said generally Suez does not replace its lines when it knows a customerʼs line is lead unless that customer also agrees to replace their line. Lead levels often rise if only one side of a lead service line is replaced, Vial said. “People find the expense above what they are willing to pay,” she said, noting the need for a lower-cost replacement program. On Jan. 23, Vial sent Pascack Press current data on known and unknown lead service lines for its 200,000 customers. Suez estimates 5,491 known utility-owned lead service lines, 17,248 suspected goosenecks or “connectors” between mains and customer lines, and 1,469 unknown service lines. As for customer lines, Suez reports 134,000 lines have no lead, 4,577 service lines have lead, and 2,087 of the 4,577 lines have lead only on the customer side and not utility side. Also, Vial said 68,000 lines are to be determined.

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the hearing. She later said she and Tenafly Mayor Mark Zinna met earlier that day with Suez officials who “refused” to provide information on the utilityʼs lead lines in Tenafly. She said she has not been informed by Suez about lead level sampling done or underway in Tenafly.

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League: Celebrating at 100 Park, Closter, Cresskill, Demarest, Dumont, Edgewater, Emerson, Englewood, Englewood Cliffs, Fort Lee, Hackensack, Harrington Park, Haworth, Hillsdale, Leonia, Montvale, New Milford, Northvale, Norwood, Old Tappan, Park Ridge, River Vale, Rockleigh, Tenafly, Washington Township, Westwood, and Woodcliff Lake. For more information about the celebration or other details about the organization, contact the League of Women Voters of Northern Valley at lwvno.valley@gmail.com. Updated information will be posted on its webpage, lwvbergen.org/about-usmore/northern-valley-information, and on Facebook, www.facebook.com/LeagueofWomenVotersNorthernValley, and Twitter at

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About League of Women Voters of Northern Valley The League of Women Voters (LWV), a non-partisan political organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The nonprofit organization was an outgrowth of the 19th Amendment, passed in 1920 giving women the right to vote. Today, the LWV operates at the state and local levels through more than 700 state and local Leagues in all 50 states and in Washington D.C., the Virgin Islands and Hong Kong. The League of Women Voters of Northern Valley was founded in 1946 as the League of Women

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TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, now is the time to institute a change to your daily routine if thatʼs been on your mind. Planetary energy is pushing you on a course of self-discovery.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, small influencers in your life may be imperceptible, but they are slowly turning the wheels of change and youʼll soon be able to realize what is in store.

CLUES ACROSS 1. Fall down 5. American TV company (abbr.) 8. Exclamation that denotes disgust 11. Gallantry 13. Chinese word signifying “doctrine” 14. Prefix meaning “beside” 15. Act of imitating 16. Tall, rounded vase 17. Sixth month of Jewish civil calendar 18. Rural Iranian village 20. Time zone

21. Military weapon (abbr.) 22. Gets rid of 25. Aggressive 30. Addressed one’s appearance 31. Affirmative 32. Denoting Indo-European languages 33. French noble family 38. Shock therapy 41. Having characteristics of both sexes 43. Large suitcase 45. One who identifies God with the universe 48. Swiss river 49. Frequently 50. Wipe out 55. Invests in little enterprises 56. Waste 57. Resembles a large shrimp 59. Derogatory name for rural resident 60. Menswear accessory 61. Tropical

Fun By The Numbers Like puzzles? Then you’ll love sudoku. This mind-bending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your sudoku savvy to the test! Here’s How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

American tree 62. Pitching statistic 63. Camera type 64. Cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

(abbr.) 26. Sea eagle 27. Type of light bulb 28. Wreath 29. Graduate with a degree 34. What thespians do 35. “Orange is the New CLUES DOWN Black” character 1. Surgical procedure of the 36. Comedienne Gasteyer heart (abbr.) 37. Romanian monetary unit 2. Northern Scandinavia 39. People treated as a indigenous person group 3. Evergreen trees and 40. Small European plant shrubs 4. Meat from a domestic hog 41. First responder group 42. A person’s head 5. State of insensibility 44. Giggle 6. Herb 45. Bura-__: Chadic 7. Annuity language 8. San Diego-based 46. Snout moth genus ballplayer 47. Body part 9. Members of a 48. Inspirational Wimbledon Semitic people champ 10. Any physical damage 51. Revolutions per minute 12. Woolen rug 52. American software 14. Alsos Mission leader developer 19. Aromatic plant used 53. Ancient Greek city as culinary herb 54. Female sheep 23. Where you sleep 58. “The Science Guy” 24. Ruled Russia 25. Indicates density of data

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Connect with your spiritual foundations, Cancer. They will be your guide through a week that figures to have its share of ups and downs. Faith will help you ride it out.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 The week ahead should be fairly positive for you, Leo. This lifting of weight will inspire newfound freedom to embark on interesting projects or pursue new interests. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 You may be looking for fulfillment in your love life or your career this week, Virgo. Some measure of liberation will occur in the days ahead.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, as the days unfold, you may find yourself feeling more creative and perhaps a bit more rebellious in your thinking. It is okay to want to set out on a new path.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Oftentimes you are a master of taking a difficult situation and turning it on its head immediately, Scorpio. Those unique skills may be put to the test this week.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 A reorganization will occur in your life. This may involve physically moving things around the house or an intellectual reorganization that produces a new perspective.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Good times with the ones you love do not have to take a back seat to professional goals, Capricorn. Find a way to strike a balance, even if it means delegating more often.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Even if you have a mind to help the ones you love, those people have to be receptive to your assistance, Aquarius. Give them a chance to come around. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Donʼt let others talk you into something you donʼt want to be involved with, Pisces. Stand your ground or walk away.

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