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SPEAKING FOR TREES Chestnut Street residents worry as affordable unit eyed

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LAWMAKER CALLS FOR OPT-OUT OF INCLUSIVE LESSONS

Proposal comes ahead of new lawʼs implementation

Preston DeMarco of Park Ridge is a top swimmer for Marist College. SEE PAGE 20

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PROPOSAL ‘JUST WRONG’ BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

A state ratepayers advocate filed a motion in mid-February that charges Suez North Americaʼs proposed customer lead line replacement program “is contrary to both federal and state law that has existed for more than a century” and that public utilities are only allowed to charge ratepayers for investment in utility property “that is used and useful in the public service.” The Suez customer lead replacement proposal offers to replace lines for $1,000—payable in a lump sum or over a year-long installment plan—with Suezʼs 200,000 ratepayers picking up the cost difference via a long-term surcharge on bills. Suez estimates most replacements cost $3,000 to $5,000, with some up to $8,000.

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CHESTNUT STREET NEIGHBORS are worried about their quality of life, and that of mature trees and associated native animals, as the borough is poised to convey a small pristine green to Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County. Residents in the area say no, and point to a BY JOHN SNYDER copse of 20 fully mature trees and the wildlife and OF PASCACK PRESS swaying respite it nurtures as their reason why. Watching with interest is Habitat for HumanHILLSDALE—Just because you can build on something does it follow that you should? The borough ity of Bergen County, which is considering the says yes in this case, eyeing the 2 Chestnut St. boroughʼs land offer to help it help a family of no green, near the Township of Washington border, great means set down roots in the community. The property, 50 feet by 100 feet at a dead for a unit of affordable housing per its courtordered obligation. Continued on page 3

Cardinals Pfeuffer, Fernandez pin 100th career wins TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—Congratulations to the Westwood Cardinals for advancing to the state sectional wrestling finals with a 37–28 win over Newton. Special congratulations to Ty Pfeuffer on his 100th win, which he posted at the Feb. 12 contest. The next stop, Feb. 14, was at High Point for the championship, and there, Ethan Fernandez posted his 100th career win. The team said that night, “We wrestled our butts off but came away with the loss. Final score was 44–19, but that score does not represent the heart, grit, and toughness these guys displayed.”

Tommy Eboli, Keon Fraser-Morrison, Logan Garcia, and Ethan Fernandez all recorded wins for the Cards. Head Coach Paul Castellini added, “Having to compete with one of the top programs in the state year in and year out has only made us better.” After giving High Point its due, he said, “Tonight was just not our night.” The program posted, “Pretty cool to have two teammates, drill partners, and friends achieve 100 wins two days apart. A great regular season for

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Before school districts statewide are scheduled to introduce new LGBTQ-inclusive lessons this September, a state Assemblyman introduced a bill Feb. 13 that would allow parents to opt their children out from such lessons and receive a voucher to place their child in a private school more in line with their beliefs or religion. The state law to include LGBTQ-inclusive lessons in middle school and high school curriculums was signed by Gov. Phil Murphy in January 2019, and mandates all school districts implement such lesson plans in September 2020. Before Murphy signed the LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum law, it was approved by a 52-vote majority in the Assembly and a 27-vote majority in the Senate, drawing wide bipartisan support from state legislators. State Assemblyman Robert Auth (R-Old Tappan) introduced the bill, A-3000, that provides parents “choice” in removing their son or daughter from LGBTQ lessons that they do not want their child exposed to. “My bill is about allowing parents choice and tolerance for all views,” Auth told Pascack Press on Feb. 14. Auth introduced legislation

See AUTH on page 84

SILVER SCOUTS

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Westwood Cub Scout Pack 350 takes second place at this year’s Annual Three Rivers Klondike Competition, held at Alpine Scout Camp. SEE PAGE 21

We slip back to February 1913 for this tale of a nearly tragic sleighing accident in the Pascack Valley.

SEE PAGE 4


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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Bruno on transparency in township

To the editor: Re: ʻTownship Enters 2020 Budget Talks Without CFO,

Auditor,ʼ Feb. 17: THERE ARE SEVERAL issues that the taxpayer is dealing with. First and foremost is the lack of transparency. The mayor, and administrator—now appointed CFO and recently appointed director of finance (and who knows, maybe soon to be township attorney)—will control the purse strings without anybody overseeing the operations. The fox guarding the chickens. Neither one of them have any financial acumen. Who in good conscience can appoint a person as the director of finance and CFO with zero financial training, accounting experience, by no means any understanding of state financial regulations, and not even licensed? Last year, 2019, was a year when the most account transfers were done to cover overspent and unbudgeted line items. Letʼs not forget the inability to properly cal-

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delighted to go on WCTV, present all the documentation, and discuss any and all issues. Robert Bruno Township of Washington Note: Robert Bruno and Michael Ullman, both Independents, ran for reelection on the Township Council in November 2019 but lost to Republican challengers.

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To the editor: “BE TRUTHFUL IN what you say and do.” Is that familiar? It was on the sign in front of Memorial School in Montvale last month. Every time I drove past it I would think, What has happened

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to us? Lying has become a way of life in our country now. We are being influenced by some people who run it. Blind ambition has those people by the throat. Some people accept it. But there is hope. Steve Pellegrino, the vice principal of Memorial School, is in charge of putting memorial adages every month on this sign for anyone passing by to ponder. This month itʼs “Challenge to All: Practice Kindness.” Thatʼs another good one. Every month, as a new phrase goes up on the board, each classroom is part of the discussion, “What does this phrase really mean?” Young minds are being bent in a good direction. Thank you, Steve Pellegrino. Youʼre a modern day “Catcher in the Rye.” Carolyn McDonald Montvale CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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established the lot, trees and all, as a National Wildlife Federation (NWF) Certified Wildlife Habitat, co-certified with The New Jersey Audubon. On the occasion of a signage ceremony on Feb. 16, NWF said it celebrates the residentsʼ effort “to create a garden that supports birds, butterflies, bees, frogs, and other local wildlife.” It added, “Every Certified Wildlife Habitat garden provides natural sources of food, water, cover and conserves water and does not rely on pesticides.” NWF says itʼs Americaʼs largest wildlife conservation and education organization. The certification is not a legal protection against development. Cesa said, “We are proud of this designation and are steadfast in our belief that the destruction of 20 fully grown trees and eviction of wildlife is a price too high to pay for one unit of housing, especially where there are other options.” He said, “We hope this designation is a celebration of our beloved environment rather than a eulogy for it. There must be a better way.” When Pascack Press asked Ruocco about the certification on Feb. 21, he said it was the first heʼd heard of it. He emphasized that the process behind the donation has been transparent, that there are other open spaces in Hillsdale for all to enjoy, and that neighbors need not worry about a through street. “The Borough is obligated to fulfill the terms of an agreement it made with the Fair Share Housing Corporation in 2017, accepted and approved subsequently by the Superior Court of New Jersey,” he said. “One of those terms is that the Borough will donate a property to Habitat for Humanity for the construction of an affordable home for a family,” he added. Ruocco said the court conducted a public fairness hearing on the agreement in 2018. The borough, with input from its engineer, “worked diligently to identify

appropriate donation properties,” and all settled on this lot, which the town has no other use for. The Borough Council passed a resolution on June 11, 2019, approving the donation. “We are engaged in final discussions with Habitat for Humanity to consummate the donation so that construction of the home for an eligible and needy family may proceed,” Ruocco said. He said the residents in the immediate neighborhood brought concerns to his and the council's attention at a public meeting in the latter half of 2019. “I, along with borough professionals, have met with them to explain our obligations, the approval process that was followed, and to address their concerns,” he said. The residents, Ruocco, the boroughʼs engineer, Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County, and other stakeholders are meeting on Thursday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. at the library. Neighbors said they learned of the development about a year after it was agreed, when two men from Habitat for Humanity showed up to look around, startling a family dog. Approved council meeting minutes of Nov. 12, 2019, show Ruocco assuring Chestnut Street residents that the street would remain a dead end. “We are going to work with our engineer as there are no plans to make that a through street. When I was campaigning, the neighbors expressed that to me and I am conscious of that,” Ruocco said, according to the minutes. ʻPartnering with people in needʼ Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County enjoys widespread respect for its mission: “to provide decent, affordable homes for hardworking Bergen County families. We join in a common goal with other affiliates of this international organization to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the face of the earth by working in partnership with people in need.” Using volunteer labor and donated funds and materials, Habi-

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A sleighing fiasco and a totaled auto

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WE GO BACK to February 1913 for this tale of a nearly tragic sleighing accident in the Pascack Valley. One Frederick Demarest, an employee of Hillsdale auto dealer Ira Durie, had been driving his bossʼs car on Kinderkamack Road in Emerson and was approaching the Ackerman Avenue intersection. He was towing a car to the Durie garage. Ackerman has a notoriously steep hill, and years ago kids used it for sleighing. As Demarest approached the intersection, a 13year-old girl came coasting down Ackerman on her sleigh, straight onto Kinderkamack Road. As the girl realized she was about to be run over by a car, she rolled off the sleigh just in time, escaping with slight bruises. Demarest, meanwhile, ran off the road and into a ditch, almost completely wrecking his auto. Three of the wheels were torn off, but he was unharmed. A few days later, Ira Durie appeared before the Emerson mayor and council at their regular meeting. Citing the boroughʼs negligence in allowing an uncovered 2-foot-deep, 3-foot-wide ditch to exist on the side of a main road, Durie sought compensation for the wrecked auto. According to news reports from the time, Emerson officials “took it under consideration.” It is unknown whether he ever was paid. Officials did agree to have the ditch covered and to put up a cautionary sign for sleigh riders. It wasnʼt the last time Durie would have bad luck that year. A fire in November 1913 destroyed his business, including two automobiles, all the stock, and the apartments above the garage. Durieʼs was the first dealership in Hillsdale, having opened its doors in 1909 on present-day Winkler Way. After the fire Durie moved the shop to its better known Broadway site at the corner of Piermont Avenue. The Broadway shop was bulldozed in 2008. A bank stands in its place. — Kristin Beuscher John J. DeFina Tom Clancey Keith J. Harcher George F. Harcher

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Audubon says on its Gardening for Wildlife page, “With less than 20% of unclaimed space available, New Jersey is running out of land and is projected to be the first state in our nation to reach build out.”

Residents speak out John Herring, who helps organize the annual Friends of the Pascack Brook Fishing Contest, lives across the street from the threatened green. His father founded the fishing contest. “Weʼre not against Habitat and what they do. And every resident opposing this feels the same way. Itʼs just how itʼs being done. Weʼve had a meeting with the

His wife, Maureen, told Pascack Press she spoke her mind with town officials. “I said, ʻDidnʼt any of you have the decency to think about the neighbors that have lived here,

who have maintained the property, and now who are going to be affected? What about the humanity for the neighbors?” She said, “The mayor was the only one who cared.”

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Auth: Lawmaker calls for opt-out of inclusive lessons Feb. 4 to enable parents to opt out, but said he revised the bill to provide up to 75% funding for a parent should they choose to remove their child from local schools and attend a private school. The funding provision was added to not cause a burden on low-income families desiring to move a child into a private school, he said. The bill notes parents will receive 75% of local education costs for the school year or portion remaining, Auth said. According to the state Department of Education, the law requiring LGBTQ-inclusive lessons does not call for separate LGBTQ courses, nor does it require a specific LGBTQ curriculum, but rather for the contributions of LGBTQ individuals and disabled individuals to be included across subjects. The law requires that districts “include instruction on the contributions of people with disabilities, as well as LGBT people, in an appropriate place in the middle school and high school curriculum. The DOE will provide resources and guidance, but it isnʼt creating a curriculum,” Mike Yaple, a state Department of Education spokesman, told Pascack Press. State Assemblywoman Valerie Vainieri Huttle (D-Englewood), a sponsor of the LGBTQ-inclusive law, said an opt-out provision was not needed. “Unfortunately, the intent of Assemblyman Authʼs legislation to permit parents to exempt their chil-

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dren from lessons that they consider to be ʻharmfulʼ is rooted in a lack of understanding about the benefits of inclusive curriculum,” Huttle said in a statement. “The inclusive curriculum law will ensure that students of all abilities, gender expressions and sexual orientations not only feel welcome in the classroom but respected. Paying tribute to the careers and achievements of members of the disabled and LGBTQ communities is not harmful; it is fundamental to changing our culture around intolerance and bigotry,” she said. Recent media accounts report pockets of parental opposition statewide to any public school teaching about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individualsʼ contributions. Some fear the lessons include promotion of LGBTQ lifestyles, and may be covert efforts to promote acceptance of such lifestyles that go against religious beliefs and personal values. Reached Feb 14, Auth said he was sure heʼd get feedback from legislators and the public on his bill, which still had yet to be assigned to a committee or posted for a vote. “This is just in case somebody runs into a problem,” Auth said. He said his concern about providing parents an option to remove students from LGBTQ-inclusive lessons derived from discussions with parents who believed schools were not effectively teaching The Federalist Papers, U.S. Constitu-

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tion, and the Bill of Rights, the first 10 amendments to the Constitution. That led to discussions about the new LGBTQ law, he said. “Not one size fits all,” said Auth. He said given how long legislation takes from bill introduction to law, it was better to introduce “opt-out” legislation now to address parental concerns than wait until a groundswell of opposition develops. The bill, A-3800, has no sponsors, but Auth said he is not concerned. While the bill mandates 75% of annual per-student funding should a parent wish to remove his child from a school due to its LGBTQ lessons, it offers an option to be excused from an objectionable class lesson with no academic penalties. “The student shall be excused from the objectionable portion of the curriculum and no penalties as to credit or graduation shall result therefrom. An objection to a learning material or activity on the basis that it is harmful includes, but is not limited to, an objection that the material or activity questions, violates, or conflicts with the parent or guardianʼs belief or practice regarding sex, sexuality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, conscience, ethics, morality, or religion,” the bill reads in part. Auth said he hopes that the billʼs provisions, especially removal of a student from a school district, does not need to be used. He said that LGBTQ-inclusive lessons—which are controlled by local school boards—can likely be adapted to conform to local concerns and incorporate LGBTQ contributions. He said his opt-out bill was

State Assemblyman Robert Auth: “This [opt-out bill] is just in case somebody runs into a problem… Not one size fits all… I hope everything works out fine and there’s no need for this.” put forth for “aggrieved parents to say hereʼs an option for you.” “I hope everything works out fine and thereʼs no need for this,” he added. Reduces bullying, harassment Advocates for LGBTQ-inclusive lessons, including Garden State Equality, say teaching about contributions of LGBTQ individuals helps to reduce bullying and harassment of LGBTQ students, and promotes understanding and acceptance of LGBTQ youth. Months after the lawʼs approval in 2019, scattered opposition developed to LGBTQ-inclusive lessons, with a Hackensack school trustee criticizing the law and Barnegatʼs mayor calling the law “an affront to Almighty God.” Both officials were subsequently the subject of public protests against their anti-LGBTQ views. Advocating for the opt-out bill is Shawn Hyland, advocacy direc-

State Assemblywoman Valerie Vainieri Huttle: “Paying tribute to the careers and achievements of members of the disabled and LGBTQ communities is not harmful; it is fundamental to changing our culture around intolerance and bigotry.”

tor for Family Policy Alliance of New Jersey, who told Pascack Press his organization has heard from members of diverse religions, including Catholics, Muslims, Presbyterians, Baptists, Coptics, and Pentecostals. Hyland asserted heʼd received “thousands and thousands of signatures” on his online petition to request an “opt-out” provision to LGBTQ-inclusive lessons, many from religious households but also from many who feel talk about sexuality should be reserved for home discussion only. Hyland said that the LGBTQinclusive lessons are “another unfunded mandate” from Trenton. “Many [school districts] donʼt know what to do. The state has provided no funding, no guidelines, and Garden State Equality has a free curriculum. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13

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St. Andrewʼs parish center writes to invite all to come to the church to watch “Lectio: Salvation,” a DVD series aimed at sparking spiritual discussions. “At every Sunday Mass, Catholics confess that Jesus came down from Heaven ʻfor us men

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reported 134,000 with no lead, lead only on the customer side. 4,577 service lines have lead, and Vial said the status of 68,000 2,087 of those 4,577 lines have customer lines is unknown.

Oral arguments Feb. 25 On Feb. 25, attorneys for Suez and state Division of Rate Counsel will offer oral arguments and answer questions before Office of Administrative Law Judge Jacob Gertsman in a hearing in Quakerbridge. Following the hearing, Gertsman will have 45 days to issue a decision. The decision then goes to the state Board of Public Utilities, who can accept, reject or modify the decision, attorneys said. “Suez cannot recover costs associated with replacing such customer-owned lines from ratepayers. Whether that recovery is in ʻrate baseʼ or cloaked as the ʻregulatory assetʼ Suez proposes. Contrary to Suezʼs assertion, there is no ʻconfusionʼ as to the details of Suezʼs proposal or the relief Suez seeks,” said the Rate Counsel motion opposing the Suez pilot program In its response, Rate Counsel cites four major problems with Suezʼs customer replacement effort, and repeatedly calls for Gertsman to deny Suezʼs petition to charge ratepayers for the program. Suez proposes that costs to

replace customer lead lines—estimated at $3,000 to $8,000 per replacement—plus administrative costs and carrying costs on any unamortized balance, should be amortized and recovered from ratepayers over a period of seven years. Basically, Suez proposes an 85-cent surcharge on its 200,000 customersʼ monthly bills to recover its costs over a seven-year period, said its attorney.

expend on improving non-public property. Reacting to Rate Counselʼs response, Suez attorney Stephen Genzer said it appeared the ratepayers advocate was not looking at the big picture.

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Others waiting if approved Stefanie Brand, Rate Counsel director, said that if Suez was allowed to charge all ratepayers for work on property not owned by it, nor part of its system, that would set a precedent and allow other similar investor-owned utilities to do the same, and lead to increased charges to ratepayers. “Itʼs against the law and itʼs just wrong,” said Brand of Suezʼs proposal. She said Rate Counsel had offered alternatives to Suez that did not involve it charging ratepayers, or making a profit on such work, but it never responded nor did it offer any alternatives to charging ratepayers for the cost difference in replacing customer lead lines. Brand said they asked Suez to offer its alternatives to the proposal to charge all ratepayers for customer lead line replacements and are still waiting for a response. Brand said if Suezʼs proposed surcharge is approved, “donʼt think itʼs going to end here” as other investor-owned utilities are hoping to adopt similar cost recovery plans, plus a return on what they

ʻReally not complicatedʼ “Rate Counsel leaves it wholly to individual homeowners. They have no proposal; they just say it is not the customersʼ (as a whole) responsibility, and replacing those lines would only benefit those individual customers whose lines are being replaced. If we as a society want lead service lines removed, we have to get rid of them. Itʼs really not complicated,” Genzer emailed Pascack Press. “If lead lines remain in place, any water system has to constantly adjust its chemical treatment, test more and more homes for lead, and change operations, all of which cost all customers money to keep up,” he said. “Eliminate the lead and those costs are reduced or eliminated. All customers benefit. And we have not even mentioned the public health benefits by doing it sooner rather than later,” added Genzer via email. Suez has not provided details about estimated total costs or timetable for customer replacements. After the Jan. 21 public hearing, Suez spokeswoman Debra Vial said the utility estimates 5,491 known utility lead service lines, 17,248 suspected lead goosenecks, or connectors between mains and customer lines, and 1,469 unknown service lines. As for customer lines, Suez

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Northwest and South zones on March 11,” the township administration said. The website also is helping put out a call to help with Census 2020: In mid-March, homes across the country will begin receiving invitations to complete the 2020 Census. Once the invitation arrives, you should respond for your home in one of three ways: online, by phone, or by mail. Visit the census website for fur-

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In its brief, the state Division of Rate Counsel, which represents ratepayers statewide, said that Suezʼs two-year pilot customer lead line replacement proposal should be rejected because it seeks to charge nearly 200,000 ratepayers for improvements to property not owned by the utility—and make a nearly 10% profit on work not permitted under existing utility law. Suez proposed a customer lead line replacement effort last March after revealing that 15 of 108 homes tested above federal lead levels for drinking water in late 2018. Following the disclosure and pushback from public officials, Suez initiated an expedited lead line replacement effort for utilityowned lead service lines, vowing to replace 25% of its lead lines last year, costing more than $20 million. Last year, Suez said it replaced 2,517 lead lines and lead connections, with plans to replace 2,000 more in 2020. FROM PAGE 1

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Birkner: Buttigieg for president

To the editor: WITH IOWA AND New Hampshire now in the rearview mirror, the campaign for the Democratic nomination for President of the United States can truly begin in earnest. The field of candidates has been whittled down and we

have seen some really good candidates suspend their campaigns. Most notable for me were Kamala Harris and my friend Cory Booker, both of whom I have the utmost respect and admiration for. I would like to see a woman in the White house, and I believe that Senator Harris would be a great choice as vice president for the eventual nominee. Perhaps itʼs a “mayor thing” so it is no surprise that I supported Sen. Booker throughout his career and Presidential campaign. I like a lot of what former NYC

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mayor Michael Bloomberg brings to the table, but the one candidate that I believe can win in November and return our democracy to its status as a beacon of light is Mayor Pete Buttigieg. Bright, articulate, compassionate, courageous, empathetic, and a realist. Those are qualities many current candidates possess in one way or another, but Mayor Pete puts them all in one package that is uplifting and inspiring. At a time when defeating Donald Trump is as Sen. Booker so correctly points out “only the floor, not the ceiling,” I refuse to

attack the policies or records of current candidates, and call on all to unify behind the Democratic values that have always made the United States great. Mayor Pete Buttigieg is the leader we can all stand behind. As a mayor, there is no elected position that has a more acute understanding or impact on the lives of the constituents served. Mayor Peteʼs service as a commissioned officer in the United States Navy while deployed to Afghanistan, and his personal courage, keen intellect and ability to calmly and thoroughly respond to criticism make

him uniquely qualified to stand up to, and unseat, Donald Trump. The time is now for Democrats to stand together, join together, and vote together to elect a President that can heal the damage to our standing with our world allies, to our environment, and our strength as a world leader in civil rights and the rule of law. I endorse Pete Buttigieg as the Democratic nominee for President of the United States of America. John Birkner Jr. Westwood

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Ash Wednesday service Feb. 26 Mardi Gras bash for Elks, at 90, on Feb. 29 First Congregational, United prayer, scripture, music, and med-

Church of Christ, 131 Pascack Road, begins the season of Lent with an Ash Wednesday Service on Feb. 26. A simple supper of soup and bread is served from 6 to 7 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. A service of

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children grow up healthy and drug-free, meet the needs of todayʼs veterans, and improve the quality of life. RSVP by Feb. 22 by calling Joanne Staudt at (201) 906-2284 or Grace Nappi at (201) 290-4689.

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The Garden State Harmonica Club invites you to open mics on March 2 at 7:30 p.m. at The Community Church, 354 Rock Road, Glen Rock, entrance on Hamilton Avenue. The club invites anyone interested in harmonica music or lessons to join the group to play or listen. Light refreshments are always available.

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the contributions and experiences of diverse voices throughout history—a diversity of races, religions, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations and gender expressions.” She added, “Studies show that schools with inclusive curriculum have significantly less bullying around sexual orientation and gender identity and

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expression. This law will take a significant step forward in improving school climate for everyone.” Tenaflyʼs assistant director of curriculum and instruction, Dr. Evelyn Mamman, revealed how the high-performing boroughʼs schools are addressing the LGBTQ-inclusive law. “Our middle and high school social studies teachers have spent time identifying the extent to which LGBTQ-related content is present in their current curriculum. The curriculum writers are filling gaps while looking for opportunities to deepen student understanding of their world,” Mamman told Pascack Press. She added, “Under the broad umbrella of diversity, the interdistrict team is creating lessons and resources designed to thoughtfully incorporate differences of culture and circumstance including race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ability/disability, socioeconomic status and more. Mamman said, “The curriculum will, in particular, highlight the accomplishments of LGBTQ+ individuals and those with disabilities.” She said Tenafly would not “pilot” any lesson plans before September. In the Pascack Valley Regional High School District, a committee is developing a curriculum to include the contributions of LGBTQ individuals and people with disabilities. Paul Zeller,” Pascack Valley district director of technology and

communication, told Pascack Press, “Our district is working on this curriculum as part of our regular curriculum evaluation cycle. A committee of teachers and supervisors is doing the work so we are ready for Fall 2020 implementation.” He said, “Further, our district participated in a larger county-wide committee through the (county) Office of the New Jersey Department of Education where we worked with teachers and administrators from throughout the county to create drafts of lessons and ways to meet the mandate of the new law.” Zeller said the district school board will vote on the curriculum in June “and the revisions will be shared with the public after [anticipated] approval.” Zeller noted the law “requires boards of education to include instruction, and adopt instructional materials, that accurately portray political, economic, and social contributions of persons with disabilities and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people.” Zeller offered an example of a learning target: “Consider how the events prior to, during, and after the Second World War advanced the nuclear arms race and contributed to a rising fear of ʻthe otherʼ in the Europe and the United States, resulting in the persecution of the disabled, mentally ill, blacks, homosexuals, immigrants, and other minority groups.”

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Gone a year, Dominique Franco still has good friends at Dairy Queen BY JOHN SNYDER OF PASCACK PRESS

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Two and a half years ago, mother and daughter Gina and Dominique Franco raised funds at the Park Ridge Dairy Queen to help them take on New Yorkʼs two-day, 39.3-mile Avon Breast Cancer Walk. Now that DQ outlet, owned by Judy DiBella at 176 Kinderkamack Road, has raised funds on the first anniversary of Dominiqueʼs passing, the money going to her favorite cause, St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital in Memphis. “She worked there and we thought it would be a great way to celebrate her, and they donated half of the dayʼs profits to St Judeʼs,” Gina told Pascack Press last week. “It was a terrible day but we turned it into a great day—as we will continue to do as long as we are walking this lifetime,” she said. The donation amount was not released but the store was mobbed. Displays showed photos from Dominiqueʼs too brief but abundantly happy life. On Feb. 16, 2019, nursing student Dominique Ann Franco, 21, died suddenly while at the University of Rhode Island, leaving hundreds of family members, friends, and acquaintances in shock and grief. Her funeral Mass, at Our

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ters. Dominique was president of her sorority chapter, Zeta Tau Alpha. The cause of death was not established, and after months with no answers the family began hearing baseless and unkind speculation. “People have said awful things, like, ʻShe died from illegal

drugs,ʼ and that was not my daughter,” Gina told NBC10 Philadelphia. “She was more responsible at age 21 than some 50-year-olds I know and never for a second did our family ever think it was that.” We last reported on the Francos after they launched a nonprofit foundation, Dominique Francoʼs St. Judeʼs Journey, which is reach-

ing out to Pascack Valley and Northern Valley residents and businesses to seek help and donations for St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital. (For more, see “And Dominique Fights On: Foundation Furthers A Daughterʼs Mission,” Jan. 21.) The family and other supporters had just attended the unveiling of a plaque at St. Judeʼs dedicating the childrenʼs wing and a toy room in part in her honor. Dominique organized her first fundraiser at 7, passing along thousands of dollars for cancer research at Hackensack Meridian Healthʼs Tomorrows Childrenʼs Fund and St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital. She raised funds against childrenʼs cancer for nearly 15 consecutive years. In our report, Michael Franco, Dominiqueʼs father, told Pascack Press, “We know a lot of people but we donʼt know everybody. I wanted to let everyone know that they can get involved with this and that every contribution to St. Jude helps Dominique continue on her journey to help kids with cancer.” The couple held on to an April 2009 Pascack Press report of one of her garage sale fundraisers for St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital that she ran with friends. Upcoming events to help raise funds for cancer research in Dominiqueʼs name include a golf tournament and a Christmas tree lighting, Michael Franco said. For information about donating or getting involved with Dominique Francoʼs St. Judeʼs Journey, call (201) 280-1438 or write mfranco@biohitech.com.

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The Knights of Columbus Mother Seton Council #5427 of Washington Township is hosting its annual St. Patrickʼs Day Dinner Dance on Saturday, March 14, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Council Hall, 79 Pascack Road. The evening starts with a happy hour featuring pass-around hors dʼoeuvres followed by a traditional dinner of corned beef and cabbage with all the trimmings, including dessert and coffee. There is an open bar, featuring Guinness on tap, for the entire evening. “The popular Patsy McLoughlin Irish Dancers are on

the program and will perform after dinner. They are wonderful young Irish-American dancers who aspire to compete in Ireland every summer. Not only are we entertained by this fine talent, we support their dancing careers,” reports co-chair Jim Dugan. He added, “A special treat in recent years has featured pipers and drummers from the Police Pipes and Drums of Bergen County. They march in the St. Patrickʼs Parade in New York City and pay us a visit before the night ends.” Sound Illusions is providing DJ music with a distinctive Irish flavor mixed with a lively variety

for dancing. Some Irish singalong tunes to mark the occasion are also on the agenda. Paid-in-advance reservations are required, as seating is limited as the affair always sells out. The last day to purchase tickets is March 9. The cost is an all-inclusive $55 per person. Net proceeds from the event go to local charities. Chairmen Jim Dugan and Paul Kearney encourage you to organize a table of eight, 10, or 12 and get your tickets before the deadline. For more information, call Dugan at (201) 666-3425 or Kearney at (201) 263-9229.

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St. John the Baptist hosts St. Pat’s Day dinner

St. John the Baptist R. C. Parish will host a St. Patrickʼs Day Dinner Celebration on Saturday, March 7 at 6 p.m., immediately following the 5 p.m. Liturgy. This is an adults-only event with beer, wine, and soda included. The dinner will be held in the Msgr. Morris Parish

Center and will feature the traditional dinner of corned beef and cabbage and shepherdʼs pie. Guests are invited to bring an Irish soda bread and/or a favorite dessert to share. Coffee and tea will be available. Entertainment by bagpipers and step dancers will be featured along with music and dancing.

Reservations are required no later than March 1. Cost is $35 per person; tables for eight can be reserved at $280. To reserve seating or for more information, call the parish office at (201) 664-3131. The church and parish center are on Valley Street.

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can), 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. • Thursday, Feb. 27: Winter Story Hour (age 2), 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Winter Story Hour

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The boroughʼs annual community dinner and raffle on Friday, March 27, sponsored by American Legion Post 153, benefits your hosts, Montvale Boy Scout Troop 334. The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. at Fieldstone Middle School, 47 Spring Valley Road. Come out and join your community for food, friends, music, a tricky tray raffle, and more! Din-

ner includes a full pasta and meatball entree, salad, and fresh garlic bread. After dinner enjoy a dessert and coffee. After the raffle, a clown entertains children with balloon art. Tickets are sold in advance only, $7 all ages. For tickets or more information, write the troop at troop334mail@gmail.com or PO Box 641, Montvale, NJ 07645.

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(age 3), 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. National Love Your Pet Day! Weʼre making special dog treats. Kindergarten and up. 4 to 5 p.m. • Friday, Feb. 28: Winter Story Hour (birth to 2), 10:30 to 11: 30 a.m. • Saturday, Feb. 29: Saturday Afternoon at the Movies: Frozen II with Princess Elsa, 2 to 3:40 p.m.

P AR K R I D GE 51 Park Ave. (201) 391-5151 • Monday, Feb. 24: Game On! Canasta, mah jongg, puzzles,dominoes, adult coloring, and more, 10 a.m. to noon. • Tuesday, Feb. 25: Storytime With Miss Renee, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Lego Play! 3:30 to 4:40 p.m. • Wednesday, Feb. 26: Movie Matinee: Jojo Rabbit, 1 to 3 p.m. in the Community Center. Adult Yoga for pre-registered patrons only, Community Center, six class session, Wednesdays 6 to 7 p.m. Cost: $50 cash at the time of registration, in person only.

• Thursday, Feb. 27: Storytime With Miss Sherri, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. • Friday, Feb. 28: Storytime With Miss Renee and Therapy Dogs, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. • Saturday, Feb. 29: Storytime With Miss Eileen, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

RI VE R VA L E 412 Rivervale Road (201) 391-2323 • Monday, Feb. 24: AfterSchool Book Club, grades 4–6, enjoy snacks and discuss this monthʼs book, The Invention of Hugo Cabret, by Brian Selznick. Copies available to check out at the front desk. No registration required. 4 to 4:45 p.m. • Tuesday, Feb. 25: Stories & Crafts, residents age 2–5. Hear great stories and enjoy fun songs and activities; themed craft; drop in 10:30 to 11 a.m. Friends Meeting, join the Friends and support your library, 1 to 2 p.m. • Wednesday, Feb. 26: Baby Time, residents 6 months to 2

years. Classic lap-sit rhymes, songs, and short stories. Drop in 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. Meet & Play, residents from birth to 4 with parent or caregiver; 11 a.m. to noon. Nintendo Wii U Gaming, 4 to 4:30 p.m. Movie: 21 Bridges (R, 2019). Crime, drama stars Chadwick Boseman, Sienna Miller, and J.K. Simmons, 7 to 8:30 p.m. • Thursday, Feb. 27: Stories & Crafts, residents age 2–5. Hear great stories and enjoy fun songs and activities; themed craft; drop in 10:30 to 11 a.m. Chair Yoga, 2 to 2:50 p.m. • Friday, Feb. 28: Knit & Crochet Club, bring a project to work on, new members of all skill levels are welcome, 10 a.m. to noon. Classical Music Series: Frederic Chopin: Brushed By An Angelʼs Wing. Presented by musician and music educator Dan Lupo of A to G School of Music, 1 to 2 p.m. • Saturday, Feb. 29: Saturday Story Time, ages 2 and up, drop

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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.

You can buy as an individual, split with a friend, or go in on a group ticket. If available, last minute tickets will be sold on the day of the event 1 to 1:30 p.m. See ticket for details and license number. All proceeds benefit Elks charities: children and adults with special needs, veterans, drug awareness programs, and more. For more information and to purchase tickets, call Carl Williams at (201) 446-6047 or the Westwood Elks Lodge at (201) 666-1562.

The Sisterhood of Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley and Pascack Valley/Northern Valley Hadassah invite the community to a free Community Holocaust Commemoration Program on April 20 at 7:30 pm at Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley. Guest speaker is Ray Kaner, a survivor of the Lodz Ghetto and Auschwitz who will share her experiences and thoughts. She is the aunt of Temple and Hadassah member Madeline Zivian Suchotliff, whose parents also were survivors. Simone Wilker, writing for the temple, says, “Because Holocaust

survivors are aging, it is important to hear now their first-person accounts of what took place in their lives so many years ago. And we, as a community, need to rejoice in their survival, while paying tribute to the memory to those who did not.” The evening concludes with an emotional candlelighting ceremony honoring survivors, their families, and those who perished in the Holocaust. This program is appropriate for children in 7th grade and above. Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley is at 87 Overlook Dr., Woodcliff Lake.

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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. Here are a few highlights from the upcoming calendar:

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: $3.50. For reservations, call (201) 666-0840. 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 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!

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

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50+ CLUB HOSTS MURDER MYSTERY LUNCH

St. Andrewʼs 50+ Club presents a murder mystery lunch, “Top oʼ the Mourninʼ,” on Tuesday, March 31 at noon at Emerson Hotel. The cost of $50 per person includes a full course lunch and gratuity.

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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 stress and how to take time out for self care. • April 22: Focus is on the importance of socialization. We will buddy up to create a spring wreath.

Afterward, share ways to get out there and socialize. There is no cost for participants to attend this program. Registration is required by calling the Thomas J. Riley Senior Center, (201) 666-0840. 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 meal and a good time with friends. The Thomas J. Riley Senior Center, at 100 Madison Ave., Westwood, is a non-profit agency providing services either free of charge or at the least possible cost to hundreds of Bergen County seniors annually.

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Twenties,” featuring songs by Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, and George and Ira Gershwin, on Sunday, May 17.

on Monday, Jan. 27 at St. Paulʼs Episcopal Church, 4 Woodland Road, Montvale. New members are welcome.

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KNIGHTS WINTER CLOTHING DRIVE COLLECTING FOR THE NEEDY THRU FEBRUARY

The Knights of Columbus, St. Thomas More Council #2188 Westwood/Hillsdale, is running its winter clothing drive through February. You can give to this worthy cause by donating your clean all-

ages coats, jackets, hats, gloves, etc. The clothing should be bagged and left at the entrance to the Knights of Columbus Hall, 40 Crest St., Westwood. For more information call Paul Bonanno at (201) 906-5897.

If you are a Catholic man over 18 and want to make a difference in the community while growing in your faith, consider council membership. For more information write grandknight@kofc2188.org.

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Join the Hillsdale 50+ Club at their meetings on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at the United Methodist Church on Magnolia Avenue. Note that there will not be a meeting on Feb. 13. • Thursday, March 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Featured speaker is Assemblywoman Schepisi Legislative Aide Cindy Waneck, who will give tips fordownsizing and decluttering your home. Sheʼll also speak to how your local state legislative office can help with a range of matters. Sheʼs also a New Jersey notary public.

• Thursday, March 26, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Bergen County Division of Consumer Affairs Office of Consumer Protection provides an educational program on consumer fraud: “Protecting Yourself in the Retail World.” All investigators in the Bergen County Division of Consumer Affairs Office of Consumer Protection are retired law enforcement officers at the federal, county, and municipal levels. The entire staff is trained and has been certified by the New Jersey Attorney Generalʼs Office.

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Senior Fellowship to Sands on April 15

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. Youʼll want to get in on this: An April 15 trip to Sands Bethle-

hem Casino (now Wind Creek Bethlehem). You pay $30 and get $25 back in comps. From there, the skyʼs the limit! For reservations call Judy at (201) 664-3614. During the year the group enjoys luncheons, trips, and special events.

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Ladies, come out for fun and refreshments at the GFWC Paskack Junior Womenʼs Club Ladiesʼ Night Out at the Mansion. Mingle with other women from the area. Members and non-members are welcome. The event is Thursday, March 12 from 8 to 9:30 p.m. at 124 Noyes Dr., Park Ridge, across from Atrium Senior Living. RSVP to membership@paskackjuniors.org. For more information visit paskackjuniors.org.

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‘Shrek The Musical’ at PRHS Feb. 27–29

Park Ridge High Schoolʼs Little Theater Players is proud to present “Shrek The Musical” on Feb. 27 and 28 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 29 at 2 and 7 p.m. The musical, based on the 2001 DreamWorks Animation motion picture and the book by William Steig, features music by Jeanine Tesori and book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire. Like the famous film, the musical tells the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking donkey, a feisty princess, a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude, and more than a dozen other fairytale misfits. “Shrek” marks the final mainstage performance for PRHS seniors Kiley Burke-Perez (Fiona), Kasey Cottrell (Stage Manager), Kailey DeGeorge (Wicked Witch), Amanda Hopper (Mama Orgre/Thelonius), Lily La Rocca (Fairy Godmother), Grace Madden (Lord Farquaad), and Sadie Noble (Sugar Plum Fairy/Queen Lillian). Tickets may be purchased at the door, but itʼs recommended that audience members buy tickets in advance via BookTix: http://bit.ly/2V78Y2A. “Shrek The Musical” is presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI) and all authorized performance materials are supplied by MTI, 423 West 55th St., New York, NY 10019. Park Ridge High Schoolʼs Little Theater is at 2 Park Ave.


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Journey to the cross with Jesus. Ministries, communities and parishioners of St. Andrewʼs Church will present meditations on the Stations of the Cross each Friday during Lent at 7 p.m. St. Andrewʼs writes, “Through these weekly meditations we will be drawn more deeply into the Passion experienced by Jesus and how Jesus unit-

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includes a full pasta and meatball entree, salad, and fresh garlic bread. After dinner enjoy a dessert and coffee. After the raffle, a clown entertains children with balloon art. Tickets are sold in advance only, $7 all ages. For tickets or more information, write the troop at troop334mail@gmail.com or PO Box 641, Montvale, NJ 07645.

The boroughʼs annual community dinner and raffle on Friday, March 27, sponsored by American Legion Post 153, benefits your hosts, Montvale Boy Scout Troop 334. The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. at Fieldstone Middle School, 47 Spring Valley Road.Come out and join your community for food, friends, music, a tricky tray raffle, and more! Dinner

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Nico Savino awarded ‘Wear the Green’ bowling fundraiser March 22 gold stars at The Citadel

Nico Savino is one of the nearly 600 cadets and students recognized for their academic achievements during the fall 2019 semester. Savino graduated EHS in 2019 as a top student-athlete, impressing in baseball and football and in the classroom. Gold stars are awarded to cadets and students at The Citadel who achieved a 3.7 grade point average or higher. Cadets and students who achieve gold star recognition are also placed on The Citadelʼs deanʼs list. The Citadel offers rigorous academic programs through its sixteen academic departments that are organized into five schools. One of the newest departments is The Citadel Department of Intelligence and Security Studies, which is also becoming one of the most popular

The Seventh Annual Joan Angela DʼAlessandro Memorial Foundation Bowling/St. Patrickʼs Day “Wear the Green” Fundraiser is set for Sunday, March 22 at Montvale Lanes in Montvale from 6 to 9 p.m. The cost is $25 per person in

advance, or $28 at the door. This is billed as a fun-filled evening consisting of three bowling games, tricky tray prizes, 50/50 raffles, all-you-can-eat pizza, pitchers of soda, and a sweet treat to take home. For more information, con-

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WHEN THE MARIST COLLEGE swimming and diving team celebrated Senior Day on Jan. 25, Preston DeMarco of Park Ridge, a midseason 2018–19 junior walk-on to the Red Fox Aquatic Club, was honored. DeMarco swam for his first three years of college. He started competitive swimming his senior year of high school. He qualified for the 2019 Senior Metropolitan Championships in the 100 Yard Freestyle. Above: Preston with his parents, Bart DeMarco and Valerie Gancarz-DeMarco.

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Emerson Community School offers more than 100 courses to area residents in the spring session, and registration is on now. On tap are computer classes, wellness and recreation courses, foreign languages, arts and crafts, cooking, music, boating, business, and many special interest courses. The Community School recently mailed out its brochure to

residents in Emerson and surrounding towns. In-person registration runs Feb. 24–26 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the main office of Emerson Jr./Sr. High School. The school also sponsors several camp and instructional programs each summer, where more than 500 area children participate in more than 30 specialty programs.

For a course catalog and other information, call Joan Bayley at (201) 262-5502 or visit emersonschools.org, click Departments, and select Community School. When calling, leave a voicemail message. The director will call back as soon as possible. Thanks for not calling the main offices of the school or the Board of Education.

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PHHS, PVHS announce preschool registration

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 preparation 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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Congratulations and job well done to Maria P. Ruehl, who was named to the Deanʼs List at the University of New Haven for fall 2019. Ruehl, of Hillsdale, is a 2019 graduate of Pascack Valley High School. To be eligible for Dean's List, a full-time student must be in good academic standing, matriculated, and receive a term grade point average of 3.50 or higher. Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Daniel J. May wrote Ruehl, “You are an important component of this institution and we are pleased to recognize you for establishing an academic record of which you can be justly proud. Students pursue

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CUB SCOUT PACK 350 won second place at this year’s Annual Three Rivers Klondike Competition held at Alpine Scout Camp on Feb. 15. Scouts were trained and taught survival and leadership skills by their pack leaders since last October to compete in a six-station event: fire building and cooking, shelter building, knots and lashings, team building, and first aid and orienteering. The pack's klondike team competed against 55 sleds for this year's competition. Pack 350 scouts from left to right are Jelani Alston, Nolan Wendrychowicz, Patrick Stark, Simon Maver, Michael Greco, and James O'Connell For more information on scouting with Westwood Cub Scout Pack 350, write cubscouts350@gmail.com or visit Facebook.com/Westwood Cub Scouts 350.

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TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGT ON 144 Woodfield Road (201) 664-4586 • Ongoing: Teen Volunteer Opportunities. Call Miss Allyssa at (201) 664-4586 ext. 207. Monthly Teen Room Activities: Drop in after school and find the project box, which could contain a craft, coloring sheets, a community project, “or anything at all!â€? Projects change monthly. • Through May 22:

Winter/Spring Story Times: Combines music, reading, puppets and flannel board stories around a theme to educate and entertain. Check with library. • Monday, Feb. 24: Matinee: Leap Year (PG), 2 p.m. Crafternoons: Rainbow Puzzle (grades K and up), 3:45 p.m. Night Owls Book Club, Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate, 6:30 p.m. • Tuesday, Feb. 25: Mat Yoga, 5:30 p.m. Bring a yoga mat or a towel and join in! $5 per person/per class. Advanced Animation With Mr. John, 5:30 p.m. • Wednesday, Feb. 26: Read

to Rosie and Fiona, (grades K and up), 3:30 p.m. • Thursday, Feb. 27: Senior Chair Yoga, 11 a.m. or noon. Matinee: Leap Year (PG), 2 p.m. Mat Yoga, 5:30 p.m. Bring your yoga mat or a towel and join in! All levels of practice are welcome! $5 per person/per class. • Friday, Feb. 28: Adult Coloring Group/Thread Heads, with coffee and tea, 1 p.m. WESTWOOD 49 Park Ave. (201) 664-0583 • Monday, Feb. 24: ESL Classroom Instruction, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Books & Bricks (K–3), 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Begin-

ner/Intermediate Javascript (grades 3–5), 4 to 5 p.m. Library Board of Trustees, 7 p.m. Mystery Lovers Book Group, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. • Tuesday, Feb. 25: Computer Tutor, 10 a.m. to noon. HTML Coding for Teens, 3:30 p.m. Drum Circle (PK–5), 4 to 4:45 p.m. Neighbors Helping Neighbors Speaker Series: Melissa Molinero, 6:30 p.m. • Wednesday, Feb. 26: Friends Work Day, 10 to 11 a.m. Storytime and Craft (ages 2–5), 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Decipher the World of Vitamins and Supplements, 1 to 2 p.m. Bookflix Club, 4 to 5 p.m. • Thursday, Feb. 27: Com-

puter Tutor, 10 a.m. to noon. Baby Wearing (3 months to 5 years), 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Tutor Training Workshop, noon to 2:30 p.m. Black History Legends (grades 1–4), 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tech Help, 6 to 8 p.m. Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Marie Mansfield, 6:30 p.m. • Friday, Feb. 28: ESL Classroom Instruction, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tech Help, 10 a.m. to noon. Wee Ones (babies and toddlers), 10:30 to 11 a.m. See your library program featured. Send the details to pascackpress@thepressgroup.net. We love sharing great community offerings for the whole family.

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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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St. John’s Ash Wednesday services Feb. 26

St. John the Baptist R. C. Church begins the 2020 Lenten Season with several services on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 26. A Mass will be celebrated at 8 a.m. and noon. Additional prayer services will be held at 4:30 and 7 p.m. Ashes will be distributed at all events.

Stations of the Cross led by parish ministries will be held at the church on every Friday evening of Lent beginning Feb. 28, at 7:30. All are welcome. For more info, call the rectory office at (201) 664-3131. St. John the Baptist R.C. Church is at 69 Valley St.

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If you want to be healthy and develop strong brain function, it is important to make sure your blood work is done regularly and that your DR. ERIC KAPLAN, levels are in the “healthy” range. KAPLAN BRAIN & Keep in mind BODY that Iʼm talking about the healthy range, not the “normal” range. When you get blood work done, and the doctor or the lab tells you that itʼs normal, they are saying that your ranges are normal compared to an

average patientʼs blood work . Remember that most Americans are living an unhealthy lifestyle with a poor diet, lack of exercise, high stress, high alcohol consumption, limited sleep, and lack of hydration. So, if you are “normal,” you are like a typical unhealthy American. In my opinion it is better to use a “healthy” range for blood tests where you are compared to people living a very healthy lifestyle. If your blood work is in this healthy range, then you are less likely to develop heart disease, diabetes, cancer, or dementia. Blood work can also discover nutritional deficiencies. Many

patients take vitamins or supplements that are extremely dangerous and can affect your brain and gut function negatively. Just because it is a “natural” supplement does not mean it is not dangerous. Not only can medication can be dangerous, but be aware that taking vitamins can be dangerous as well. For example, I have a 60-yearold female patient who told me that she was taking calcium supplements every day for the past 10 years because her doctor told her it was good for her bones. Calcium is only good for your bones if you do not have enough calcium in your diet, which is very rare in the typical

American diet. Calcium supplements are very dangerous if not done appropriately. These supplements have been linked to cancer, heart disease, arthritis, and brain dysfunction. In my opinion, you should only take calcium supplements if you are deficient in calcium, not because it is good for your bones or because you have osteoporosis. Do not take B12 for energy or because you are a vegetarian. Do not take magnesium to help with cramps, digestion or sleep. Do not take iron because you think you are anemic. Only take vitamins if your lab results show that you are deficient in a particular vitamin or mineral. The most common deficiency I see is vitamin D—I have had low levels myself and therefore take high-quality vitamin D that must be ordered by a doctor. Please remember that many supplements can be dangerous, so it is vital to check your blood work before taking any. Monitoring your blood work is a crucial step to stay-

ing healthy and preventing serious neurological disorders. One of the most common problems that may be seen in blood work is an abnormal thyroid. Sometimes the thyroid can be underactive, sometimes it can be overactive, sometimes it might be secondary to a pituitary problem, and many times there may be an autoimmune problem like Graveʼs or Hashimotoʼs disease. A thyroid problem may lead to high stress or anxiety as well, but we must look at blood work for details. If you or someone you know is dealing with anxiety or stress and are interested in learning about ways like this to improve your health without drugs or surgery please attend our FREE lecture “How to Reduce Stress & Anxiety” in our Emerson office on Saturday, March 21 at 2 p.m. Seating is limited, so call (201) 261-2150 or email info@kaplanbrainandbody.com today to reserve your spot.

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A. There are many important reasons to save a back tooth (molar tooth). The back teeth are there for heavy chewing and crushing of food and are built for that purpose. Although you may not see the tooth, eventually that missing tooth will cause problems for your front teeth as forces are shifted forward and teeth move out of place. Additionally, other teeth behind or above/below a missing tooth space will shift and become crooked. People often break other teeth shortly after losing a back tooth because the whole chewing mechanism is compromised when

one part is missing. Think of a watch functioning without one of its gears or a transmission working with part missing. The missing tooth will cause alterations in chewing patterns as the person compensates for the change. Long term, tooth loss leads to bite collapse and facial deformity. Have you ever seen an elderly person chewing and having their nose look like itʼs going to touch their chin? This is the end result of bite collapse. Joint and muscle pain are also potential problems related to tooth loss and bite changes. Teeth are often saved with a crown, root canal and other restoration, or if the tooth cannot be saved it can be replaced with a fixed bridge or implant. Discuss your options with your dentist, but keeping that tooth you canʼt see is a wise investment. For questions about this and other dental procedures ask your dentist or contact Dr. Guller at: askdrguller@aol.com or call 201391-5565.

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Dear S a v v y Senior, How might seniors guard against census scams? With the 2020 census gearing up, I’ve read that BY JIM MILLER scammers are looking to take advantage of older people. I want to protect myself. — Cautious Judy

Dear Judy, Unfortunately, scams have become a persistent problem when the U.S. Census Bureau does its once-a-decade count of the U.S. population. Here’s what you can expect from the 2020 Census in the coming weeks, and how you can protect yourself from potential scams. What to Expect In mid-March, you and nearly every other U.S. household will receive an invitation in the mail to respond to the 2020 Census. This year, you will have the option of completing the 2020 census questionnaire either online, by mail, or by phone. The invitation will include

detailed instructions of what you need to do. If you don’t respond to this invitation letter, you will receive several follow-up postcard reminders from the Census Bureau by mail. If you still don’t respond by late April, a census worker will come to your door to collect your response in person. It only takes a few minutes to complete the census questionnaire. While census participation is very important and required by law, you also need to be vigilant of census-linked scams. This is especially important for seniors who tend to be prime targets. The Census Bureau warns against phishing email scams as well as con artist masquerading as census workers who will try to solicit your personal financial information. Here are some tips that can help you protect yourself. Guard Your Information Don’t give out your personal or financial information. The Census Bureau or a legitimate census worker will never ask for your Social Security number, bank account number, credit card number, money or donations. And

they will never contact you on behalf of a political party. If you’re asked for any of these, whether it be via phone, mail, email or in person, it’s a scam and should be reported to rumors@census.gov.

Avoid Online Scams The Census Bureau will not send you an unsolicited email to request your participation in the 2020 Census. So, ignore any emails you get that may direct you to a census website that looks real but is fake – and may be infected with malware. Also, don’t reply to the email or open any attachment because they could contain viruses that could infect your computer. Forward the email or website address to the Census Bureau at rumors@census.gov. Then delete the message.

laptop or cellphone, as well as a bag with a Census Bureau logo. Also, remember that a census worker will only ask you the questions that appear on the questionnaire – your name, gender, age, race, ethnicity, phone number, type of residence and number of people living with you. They will not ask for sensitive personal information, such as your Social Security or credit card number. If you have questions about their identity, you can call 800923-8282 to speak with a local

Be Safe at Home If someone visits your home to collect a response for the 2020 Census, make sure you verify their identity. Alegitimate census taker must present a field badge that includes a photograph of themselves, a Department of Commerce watermark and an expiration date. Census workers will also be carrying a Census Bureau

Census Bureau representative. If it is determined that the visitor who came to your door does not work for the Census Bureau, contact your local police department. For more information, visit 2020census.gov. Send your senior questions to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

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Alumni in Recovery hosts community forum March 2

Alumni In Recovery (AinR) invites you to the latest in its series of community events addressing the disease of addiction and the ongoing opioid epidemic. The event runs Monday, March 2, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the

Westwood Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave. Bergen County resources are available. Light refreshments and food will be served courtesy of Creccoʼs Cafe and Leslieʼs Love Baked Goods.

AinR, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, is a group of dedicated local people from the recovery community, along with parents who have lost loved ones to addiction. It said in an event announce-

ment that it provides “awareness, hope and resources through vital information about the disease of addiction in hopes that people from all walks of life can be better informed to help themselves, as well as relatives, friends and neighbors.” AinRʼs community events across Bergen County bring the community together in a local venue provided by the town “for an informative discussion and learning experience about the disease of addiction,” the group said. “Collaborating with multiple agencies, AinR speakers open themselves up through sharing the story of their own journeys. In addition, valuable information from a vast array of local resources (community leaders, law enforcement officers, and treatment professionals) speak of services offered and available,” it added. According to AinR, the perspective of each speaker helps attendees understand this powerful brain disease.

“The common thread at the events is that this disease affects us all and we can work together on a solution. In addition, we can all be empowered in the effort to eradicate the opioid epidemic and end the stigma attached to addiction,” the announcement read. Its speakers are young people in recovery from addiction, and local parents who have lost their children to addiction, “who speak from their hearts about the dangerous pathway of addiction that many times start with simple experimentation,” AinR said. “Recovering people are uniquely able to give a complete perspective of the disease process. Parents who have lost their children, primarily to opioid overdoses, courageously speak on what to look for, how to find help, and the reality that drug abuse can be fatal,” the group added. AinR hosts its next such event in Closter on March 12.

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Knights invite all to ‘Stations of the Cross’

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Woman seeks help in tenant/landlord dispute

A woman, 52, arrived at headquarters on Jan. 31 seeking advice about a tenant/landlord dispute. She explained that she has been renting a room at a single family residence in December and January. The homeowner allegedly was kicking her out of the house that night because sheʼd found an apartment in Nyack, N.Y. The tenant was supposed to be moving to the new apartment the next day but would not have a place to stay if she were not allowed back in for the night. The captain and the reporting officer explained to the tenant that even though there is no written contract between both parties, she is protected from being evicted from the residence. The landlady would have to go to court in order to begin an eviction process.

The tenant was provided documents showing her rights as a tenant. She was told to contact the department if there were any further issues.

Boyfriend says he owns marijuana, paraphernalia

An officer traveling south on Kinderkamack Road on Jan. 25 at 11:17 p.m. was behind a blue Chevrolet Cruz bearing New York registration when its operator, from Nanuet, failed to signal 100 feet prior to making a right-hand turn into the Dunkinʼ Donuts lot. The officer effected a motor vehicle stop, exited his car, and approached the Cruz on the driverʼs side, where he immediately detected the odor of raw and burnt marijuana emanating from within. The defendant and his passenger—his girlfriend—told officers they had contraband in the area of the center console and in her jacket. The defendant claimed ownership of all contraband found. The girlfriend drove their car headquarters to wait for him to be released from custody. He was handcuffed, searched, and placed under arrest for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Summonses were answerable in Pascack Joint Municipal Court on Feb. 19. The defendant was released Jan. 26 at 12:35 a.m.

Diet supplements disappear in likely eBay fraud

A resident, 64, arrived at headquarters on Jan. 31 to report an eBay fraud. On Jan 2, he said, he ordered seven packages of Macrolife Naturals Macro Greens, 30 oz. each, as a dietary supplement, for a total of $286.93. He paid over PayPal, and UPS tracking showed that the package was delivered on Jan. 24, but there was nothing left at his door. The resident said he contacted UPS, which told him the package was delivered to a different address and a different name. UPS was not allowed to tell the victim either piece of information. The victim contacted eBay, which advised it would investigate. Police said, “It appears the seller attempted to make this incident look like UPSʼs mistake and still collect the $286.93 (knowing eBayʼs insurance would pay back the buyer for the monetary loss).” The package weight should have been approximately 14 pounds; the order shipped at 2 pounds, leading the officer to speculate that an insignificant object was shipped to a random address in Park Ridge. At press time no local residents had reported receiving a

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Illegal left turn stop leads to warrant arrest

An officer on patrol Jan. 28 at 11:45 a.m. observed a vehicle make an unlawful left turn from Caruso Lane onto Brookside Avenue. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on Rivervale Road near Westwood Avenue. A computer check revealed that the driver had outstanding warrants from Guttenberg and Edgewater for $209. A backup officer arrived and the defendant, 49, from North Bergen, was arrested and transported to police headquarters. He posted bail and was released after being issued a warning for the motor vehicle violation.

Brake lights lead to warrant arrest and summons

An officer on patrol Jan. 31 at 1:50 p.m. observed a vehicle travelling on Rivervale Road with malfunctioning brake lights. The officer conducted a motor vehicle

stop on Faletti Way near Cornelia Way. A computer check of the driverʼs license revealed that the defendant, 38, from Little Ferry had outstanding warrants from Clifton and Teaneck for $254. A backup officer arrived and the defendant was placed under arrest. He was transported to police headquarters and posted the requisite bail. He was issued a motor vehicle summons for maintenance of lamps, answerable at the River Vale Municipal Court on Feb. 25.

Headlights out, speeding, and marijuana

An officer on patrol Jan. 31 at 10:30 p.m. observed a vehicle travelling on Orangeburg Road with its headlights out. The officer moreover clocked the defendant at 54 mph in a 35 mph zone. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on Rivervale Road near Frank Scott Drive. Upon approaching the vehicle, the officer immediately detected the odor of marijuana coming from inside the vehicle. A backup officer arrived to assist. During a subsequent search of the vehicle, officers CONTINUED ON PAGE 33

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BROOKDALE EMERSON SENIOR Living Resident Program Coordinator Carol Habler writes to say, “Brookdale Emerson celebrated Kindness is Ageless, a nationwide campaign, on Feb. 17. First responders were invited for a sumptuous breakfast. Pictured are members of the Emerson Police Department having breakfast with Steve Caruso, executive director of Brookdale Emerson.” Intrigued, we looked it up: Feb. 17 was Random Acts of Kindness Day. The Kindness is Ageless campaign says, “Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you!” Nicely done, Brookdale Emerson!

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David Gray, 66, a lifelong resident of River Vale, passed away on Monday, Feb. 17, 2020. David is survived by his siblings Barb a r a Jemielity and her husband, Tom; Andrew and his wife, N a n c y ; Kathryn Riels; Deborah Usas and her husband, Bill; Peter and his wife, Debbie; Mary Jane Weck and her husband, Dan; his aunt Jean Fenn; and 12 nieces and nephews and eight cousins. David is predeceased by his parents, Andrew and Rita, and his brother John. David was a highly skilled auto mechanic, doing most of his work on antique and MercedesBenz-type vehicles. He was the type of person who could never say no to someone in need. He enjoyed his vegetable and fruit gardening and going to the Saratoga race track for a week each summer to watch the ponies run. We all will miss him. The family received guests at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kin-

derkamack Road, Westwood, on Friday, Feb. 21. A Mass celebrating Davidʼs life and faith was held at St. Andrewʼs R.C. Church in Westwood on Saturday, Feb. 22. Interment at Maryrest Cemetery in Mahwah.

Robert O. LUDWIG

Robert O. Ludwig, 93, a resident of Park Ridge for 69 years, passed away at home on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020.

Beloved husband of Idella ( n e e Heath) for 69 years. Devoted father of Robert A. Ludwig and his wife, Jo-Ann; David H. Ludwig and his wife, Donna; Gail I. Glasner and her husband, Donald; Leslie C. Walker and her husband David; and Peter J. Ludwig and his wife, Judith. Cherished grandfather of Lisa Dunn, Cheryl Pascale, Garrett Ludwig, Dustin and Alexandra Glasner, David, Matthew, and Thomas Walker. Greatgrandfather of Molly, Nora, Naomi, and Noah.

He was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Alice Ludwig, and sister Lenore French. Before retiring, Bob worked for AT&T for 42 years. He was a member of Fulton Friendship Masonic Lodge and active in Boy Scout Troop 80 and PKRG-TV, all in Park Ridge. He was a parishioner of St. Paulʼs Episcopal Church, Montvale, for 69 years, and was a United States Navy veteran of WWII. Memorial service was Saturday, Feb. 22 at St. Paulʼs Episcopal Church, Woodland Avenue, Montvale. In lieu of flowers, please donate in memory of Robert O. Ludwig to St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959, stjude.org. Arrangements by Robert Spearing Funeral Home Inc., Park Ridge, rsfhi.com.

Stella N. RIEGER

Stella N. Rieger, 92, of Hillsdale passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2020. Stella is survived by her beloved children Lee Ann Everett and her husband William Sr., and Frederick L. Rieger and his wife Diane, as well as her grandchildren William Everett Jr., Brittney Rieger, Zachary Everett, and Carissa Rieger. She is predeceased by her dearest husband

Frederick and son Karl. The family received guests at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, on Tuesday, Feb. 18. A celebration of Stellaʼs life and faith followed. Interment at George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus. Memorial contributions can be made to START II Animal Rescue Team, PO Box 177, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407, startii.org.

Gary J. RIOTTO

Gary J. Riotto, 75, of Park Ridge, passed away peacefully, at home, on Feb. 16, 2020. Devoted father of Gary J. Riotto Jr. and Dr. Anthony M. Riotto and his daughter-in-law Andrea. Dear brother of Joel Riotto. Loving grandfather of Isabella Rose Riotto and Anthony Michael Riotto Jr. Gary had lived in Park Ridge for 45 years. He owned and operated his own real estate and insurance business for more than 40 years. Gary touched many lives through his greatest passion— coaching wrestling—over the past 40 years. He was extremely proud of the many young athletes he mentored in his great coaching career. His spirit will live through all the lives he touched. The family received relatives and friends on Thursday, Feb. 20

at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood. A service was held on Friday, Feb. 21 at the funeral home.

George J. BAILEY

George J. Bailey, 91, of the Township of Washington, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020. Beloved husband of Margaret “Peggy” Bailey. Devoted father of George Bailey and his wife, Jessica Rutzick; Eileen Bailey Frank and her husband, The Hon. Ronald F. Frank; Linda Bailey and her husband, David Ciampaglia; and David Bailey and his wife, Melinda. Dear brother of Roger Bailey and his wife Kathleen. Loving grandfather of Elizabeth, Anastasia, George IV, Andrew, Steven, Hazen, Rowan, and Solomon. The family received relatives and friends at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, on Friday, Feb. 21. The service celebrating Georgeʼs life and faith was held at the funeral home on Saturday. Interment at Maryrest Cemetery, Mahwah. CONTINUED ON PAGE 39

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IS YOUR PORTFOLIO AS EFFICIENT AS IT COULD BE? Editorʼs note: This article is for informational purposes only.

When you look at a line chart of an investmentʼs ERIC KOHLMEIER historical performance, one feature to note is its volatility – how frequent and how extreme the ups and downs have been. This is significant because volatility is the most commonly used measurement of an investmentʼs risk. The greater the volatility, the riskier the invest-

ment is considered to be. If you viewed a chart comparing the stock marketʼs versus the bond marketʼs performance, youʼd see stocks have been significantly more volatile than bonds. Logically then, a 100% bond portfolio should be less risky than one including both bonds and stocks. Right? Not so fast. In fact, according to a Morningstar study for the years 1970 through 2018, a portfolio comprising 67% bonds (measured by the 20-year U.S. government bond) and 33% stocks (using the S&P 500 Index) offered less risk and better

returns than a 100% bond portfolio. In other words, the former was more “efficient” than the latter, which leads to a concept investors should be aware of: the efficient frontier. Start with the basics Having a grasp of the efficient frontier begins with understanding: • The relationship between risk and return • How diversification can help manage risk and return In general, risk and return go hand in hand. As an investmentʼs risk increases, so should its return.

If you buy a Treasury bond, the return will probably be low because the risk of default is low. If you buy a stock, however, the potential risk can be significant—think back to what happened to stocks during the Great Recession—and you should expect a greater return potential as “compensation” from the market for accepting that additional risk. Diversification is simply blending different investments in a portfolio in an effort to manage risk and return. The result is your “asset allocation.” A very simple asset allocation might include stocks, which tend to be risky but offer growth potential, and bonds, which have been more stable and provide income (interest). You can help manage your risk and return by how much you allocate to each type of investment. For example, if you have a 75% stock/25% bond portfolio, it should offer a greater risk and return potential than one thatʼs 25% stocks and 75% bonds.

Getting to an efficient frontier Of course, there are lots of other investments for you to choose from, and there are an infinite number of portfolios you could construct from the stocks, bonds, and other assets available. Each of these blends has a unique overall risk and return level. If you plotted them all on a chart, youʼd likely see whatʼs shown in the hypothetical graph below. The “pies”—representing different asset allocations—farthest to the left and highest up are the ones with the best expected risk/return tradeoffs. If you connected those “dots,” you would have it: the efficient frontier. Thatʼs what the efficient frontier is, but what does it mean for investors? It means that if your risk/return tradeoff doesnʼt land along the frontier, your portfolio is not as efficient as it could be. Youʼre taking on too much risk for the level of return youʼre getting, and you probably need to make

adjustments to decrease risk, improve return, or both.

Finding help Determining whether your portfolio is as efficient as it could be may require help from a professional financial advisor. He or she will likely ask about your goals (what youʼre investing for), time horizon (how long until you need to tap into your investments), and risk tolerance (how comfortable you are with swings in your portfolioʼs value). Based on your responses, your advisor can help build a portfolio designed to help reach your goals as efficiently as possible. Asset allocation cannot eliminate the risk of fluctuating prices and uncertain returns. S&P 500 comprises 500 stocks chosen for market size, liquidity, and industry group representation. It is a market-valueweighted index; each stockʼs weight in the index is proportionate to its market value. It is one of the most widely used benchmarks of U.S. equity performance. The indices are provided for informational purposes only; investors cannot directly purchase an index. Past performance in not indicative of future results. This article was written for Wells Fargo Advisors and provided courtesy of Eric Kohlmeier, Senior Financial Advisor, Managing Director, Investments, in Park Ridge at 201-505-0472. Investments in securities and insurance products are NOT FDIC-INSURED/NOT BANKLOSE GUARANTEED/MAY VALUE. Wells Fargo Advisors is a trade name used by Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC, Member SIPC, a registered broker-dealer and non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company. © 2017–2019 Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC. All rights reserved. CAR #111901948505-0472.

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OVER THE YEARS in this column, Iʼve written about the perennial plant of the year. Usually this designation was pretty much one from a nurserymanʼs association. Seems there are other groups who have started naming “plants of the year,” and for my money thatʼs OK, because it gives us more to look at, and to ponder if we want to add a winner to our plant collection in the spring. The Perennial Plant Association named Aralia cordata “Sun King” as their winner. For all of us shade gardeners, Sun King will bring a bold pop of gold leaf color and texture to our garden. This is a native to shady forested areas in Japan. It can grow to 4 to 6 feet tall and nearly as wide. In July small cream colored flowers appear which attract bees. Itʼs a fast grower, hardy in our Zone and thrives in part shade, and in heavy shade the color will become lime green! It can also tolerate sun, but must be watered on a regular basis. Itʼs herbaceous, meaning it dies back in the fall, likes well drained soils, isnʼt bothered by bugs or diseases, and hereʼs the best part, deer donʼt like it! Incidentally, when I was writing this column, our Garden Club meeting took place, and our speaker, Janet Schulz, mentioned this perennial in her talk as a must have! “Denim ʻnʼ Lace” Russian Sage or Perovskia is the Proven Winners National Plant of the Year. Many of us have grown Russian Sage and know it tends to spill over onto other plants. This plant out stands tall all season without leaning on anyone. It is also deer resistant, probably because of its scent, but it does attract bees. Plant it in poor soil, lots of sun, water occasionally and itʼs good to go, which makes it a plant it, and forget it kind of perennial! Iʼve had a Perovskia for about twenty years, and at the end of the summer season last year, I noticed it had started to look down in the tooth. Turns out it did go to plant heaven, which means I can plant this Plant of the Year in my garden this spring to give its dense, woody root system time to establish before the next winter. Another group, the National Garden Bureau selects plants on their popularity, ease of growth, and adaptability. For 2020, here are the winners in the ornamentals categories: the annual of the year is Lantana; the perennial of the year is

Lavender; and the shrub of the year is Hydrangea. If youʼre looking for some inspiration of recent introductions in these categories to add to your lineup they suggest Lantana “Hot Blooded Red,” which is a brand new introduction this year. Lantanaʼs need sun, but I have grown them in less than six hours sunshine. Lantana plants are known for their rounded clusters of small, brightlycolored flowers. The flowers may be yellow, orange, white, red and purple, and often colors are mixed within the same cluster, creating a bi-colored effect. Most people dislike the smell of the flowers that bloom from this plant, but the good part is the deer get turned off! Lavender ʻMadrid Lavish Pinkʼ is the worldʼs first multi-bracted lavender. Their flowers are massive, and their foliage is fragrant. It makes a beautiful focus plant for mixed containers, meaning itʼs a “thriller” in your pot. For those of

you who have not heard this terminology, a container looks great with a “thriller,” a “filler,” and a “spiller.” Lavenders need sun, and are not too fussy about soil. They tend to do better in dry soil. If you use it in a container, take the dry to heart, and select your companion plants accordingly. It does have scent, byebye deer! What can anyone say about Hydrangea? This is a flowering shrub that comes in dozens of colors, is much loved for its sometimes big floppy heads of flowers, and its stately appearance. It can take some shade, and needs to have good moisture. Unfortunately, the deer love this wonderful plant. As most of you know, you will need to protect it from these predators. Every year I try to keep the deer away, and generally they win, but I still love Hydrangea! I plan to try again this spring, even though fall is the best time to plant them. Until we meet again, keep your feet dry and your hands dirty.

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Friedberg Properties & Associates offering an informational session, Fighting Your Property Taxes on Thursday, Feb. 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the Friedberg office at 213 Rivervale Road, River Vale. Guest presenter is David M. York, Esq. of Novins, York & Jacobus. To be discussed:

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and friends who might want to find out about this timely topic. If you are unable to attend and would like to attend a future session, please let us know.” RSVP by Tuesday, Feb. 25 to (201) 666-0777 or rivervale@friedbergProperties.co m or stop by the Friedberg Properties Pascack Valley office at 213 Rivervale Road, River Vale.

Nicole Idler decided to get her New Jersey Real Estate License in 2004.

She quickly established herself as an advocate for her clients and community. In New Jersey alone she has closed in excess of $70 million in sales. Friedberg says, “Over the years she has become known as the Teaneck specialist though her impressive knowledge and sage advice have helped clients throughout Bergen County.” Idler excels in residential sales and rentals and commercial and business sales. If you are looking for a top agent with superb skills—a leader among her peers—call Nicole Idler. She can be reached at her office at (201) 894-1234 or on her mobile at (201) 906-9338.

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Friedberg Properties salutes Nicole Idler on receiving the New Jersey Realtors Circle of Excellence Sales Award, Bronze 2019. This is the eighth consecutive year she has been recognized with the bronze or silver level of this prestigious award. According to Marlyn Friedberg, “It is an outstanding achievement to win one year, but to win eight consecutive years says volumes about Nicoleʼs commitment to excellence, professionalism and her steadfast focus on her clients.” Idler received her New York broker license in 1986. Living and raising a family in Teaneck, she fell in love with the area and

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 non-residents. The committee says, “Ensure you get your registrations in early once they are available.” New non-residents must be sponsored by a Park Ridge resident or prior pool member. The 2020 rates are the same as

they were last year: • Resident family: $410 • Resident single: $300 • Non-resident family: $510 • Non-resident single: $360 • Non-resident senior: $75/$100 per couple (both must be 65 or older). There will be a $35 late fee assessed for any membership received on or after May 23. The Park Ridge Municipal Pool provides swim lessons and numerous activities, including competitive swim and dive teams, arts and crafts, storytime, Red Cross lifeguard training, adult nights and other special events as posted throughout the summer. For more information visit parkridgeboro.com or write pool@parkridgeboro.com.

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found a plastic bag with marijuana in a center cup holder. The defendant, 20, from Nanuet, N.Y. was 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 and motor vehicle summonses for speeding, maintenance of lamps, and possession of controlled dangerous substance in a motor vehicle. He was released pending an appearance at the River Vale Municipal Court on Feb. 25.

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Loud muffler! And an outstanding warrant

An officer on patrol Feb. 1 at 11:30 p.m. observed a vehicle travelling on Piermont Avenue with an exceedingly loud muffler.

The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop on Piermont Avenue near Cedar Lane. A computer check revealed that the driver had an outstanding warrant from Hasbrouck Heights for $55. A backup officer arrived to assist. The defendant, 52, from Hasbrouck Heights was placed under arrest and transported to police headquarters. There, he posted the requisite bail and was issued motor vehicle summonses for loud muffler and unsafe vehicle. He was advised of a court appearance at the River Vale Municipal Court on Feb. 25.

WCW finishing with a 19–6 record.” The JV Cardinals scored well at the Kinnelon tournament on Feb. 16. Several local boys came away with hardware. At first place: Laurel Ellis at 145 and Jonathan Sklavounos at 152. Second place was Conner Sklavounos at 106.

A computer check also revealed that the driverʼs license was suspended. A backup officer arrived and the defendant, 35, from Niskayuna, N.Y. was read his Miranda rights and placed under arrest. At headquarters he was processed and issued a criminal complaint for possession of marijuana and possession of drug para-

phernalia. He also was issued a warning for maintenance of lamps and summonses for driving while license suspended and possession of controlled dangerous substances in a motor vehicle. He was advised of a mandatory appearance at the River Vale Municipal Court on Feb. 25, then released.

Stopped for lamps, driver dinged also for marijuana and suspension

An officer on patrol Feb. 2 at 5:05 p.m. observed a vehicle travelling on Blue Hill Road with malfunctioning headlights. The offi-

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cer conducted a motor vehicle stop on Grand Avenue in Montvale near Middletown Road. On speaking with the driver, the officer immediately detected the odor of marijuana coming from inside the vehicle. The driver surrendered two plastic containers containing marijuana, rolling papers, and a marijuana grinder.

Third-place finishers were Noah Kupershtyn at 145 and Tayo Amusan at 138. Placing fourth was Mitch Goodson at 152. “Overall a great season for our JV wrestlers. Several of them saw time and contributed at the varsity level, and will be ready to go for next season,” the program posted. — John Snyder

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The Westwood Fire Department, led by Fire Chief Kevin Woods responded to 13 calls for emergency assistance in January. Woods reports that one minor fire occurred when a heating unit in a private house malfunctioned. The fire was contained to the heating unit. These 13 alarms, two training drills and two maintenance sessions required approximately 290 hours of volunteer time. The Westwood Fire Department responded out of town on one occasion, to assist Emerson fire-

these two calls it was determined that no gas or CO was present. Following standard procedures, the occupancies were turned over to PSE&G gas technicians for further investigation. The Westwood Fire Department and Fire Prevention Bureau remind residents that smoke detectors are very important for your safety. Install one on every level of the home. Also, have a fire escape plan for your particular home, the plan must show at least two ways out of every room. Practice exit drills with your family. Crawl low

in smoke. If a door is hot, do not open it, use the secondary exit. Have a meeting place outside your home, make sure everyone is out, do not go back inside for any reason. Call the fire department, from outside the home, call 911. Submitted by the Westwood Fire Department. Any Fire Department related questions can be e-mailed to firechief@westwoodnj.gov or by calling (201) 664-0526. The Fire Prevention Bureau can be reached at wfpb191@usa.net and (201) 6647100 ext. 308.

fighters. Seven times automatic activated fire alarms were received in January. Although no fires existed at any of these incidents a full fire department response is required. Firefighters check the entire building to determine if an actual fire exists. One time no cause was found and the system was reset. Two times the alarms were set off by cooking smoke. One other time the alarm was set off by occupants testing the alarms in the building. On one occasion the system was

set off by steam from a shower. Two alarms were caused by furnace malfunctions. Two fire department responses were required due to natural gas smells and carbon monoxide alarms sounding. Natural gas is explosive and carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless and colorless gas caused by malfunctioning heating or cooking equipment. It can be lethal at high levels. Every natural gas smell or CO call requires a full fire department response. Fire crews check the entire building with meters. At

the very best St. Johnʼs has to offer.” Eve received the award at the schoolʼs Christmas concert. Lawrence Mundhenk said she is to be commended for exhibiting a positive attitude, a cooperative and willing spirit, and a caring and giving nature. St. Johnʼs Academy says it is committed to a Catholic education based on faith, academics and service that lasts a childʼs lifetime. Cabrera said, “This begins in early childhood with a longstanding tradition at St. Johnʼs of partnering eighth graders with kindergarteners. Eighth graders mentor kindergarten students throughout the year.” In addition to teaching younger students prayers, she said, “they attend liturgies and prayer services together, all the while modeling Gospel values and manners. Together, prayer partners also attend school assemblies, create crafts during Advent and Lent, and celebrate holidays together.” Cabrera said, “Miss Jarosz enjoys being a role model and mentor to her young prayer partner and never misses an opportunity to speak to and spend time with her.”

THE RIGHT STUFF: Eve Jarosz receives the William Mundhenk Character Recognition Award, presented by Lawrence Mundhenk on behalf of himself and his late wife, Viola, in memory of their son William, a St. John’s Academy graduate. Eve, of River Vale, accepted the award in December 2019 with her parents, Kathleen and Peter, on hand. From left to right: Carrie Tsang and Annette Mundhenk, Lawrence Mundhenk, Eve Jarosz, Kathy Jarosz, Peter Jarosz, Noah Jarosz, and Sean Jarosz.

Jarosz, grade 8, recognized for fine character at St. John’s Academy

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Congratulations to eighthgrader Eve Jarosz, recipient of the William Mundhenk Character Recognition Award, which acknowledges a student at St. Johnʼs Academy for his or her good manners, respectful attitude, cooperation, generosity of time and talent, and good school spirit. The award was presented by Lawrence Mundhenk on behalf of himself and his late wife, Viola, in memory of their son William, a St. Johnʼs Academy graduate. Eve, of River Vale, accepted the award in December 2019 with her parents, Kathleen and Peter, on hand. Dean of Students Theresa Cabrera told Pascack Press last week that Eve is a dependable, softspoken, and reliable young lady who takes pride in her work. “Eve works diligently at her academics and is known as a good friend to her peers. She embodies the Catholic virtues of kindness and humility as she strives to be successful in her studies and as a giving member of the community,” Cabrera said. She added, “These are the values we encourage in all students and Eve is a wonderful representative of

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St. Andrewʼs RC Church, Westwood on Saturday. Cremation Peter Dennis was private. FEDORCHAK In lieu of flowers, memoriPeter Dennis Fedorchak of al gifts to the Friends of WestWestwood, formerly of Jersey wood Public Library, 49 Park City, passed on Tuesday, Feb. 11, Ave., Westwood, NJ 07675 are 2020. appreciated. Beloved husband of Michele (nee Coscia) Fedorchak. Frank A. Devoted father of Diane FedorGEORGE chak and her spouse Elaine Frank A. George, 98, of Brigham, and Marc Fedorchak and his wife Laura. Loving Westwood passed away on grandfather of Morgan and Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020. Born in Rayah. Dear brother of Gregory West New York to Frank and Fedorchak and his wife Barbara Marie George on Jan. 20, 1922, and the late Jack Fedorchak and he was a proud and lifelong Helen Brown. Also survived by New Jersey resident. He attendmany loving nieces, nephews ed No. 6 School and Memorial High School in West New York. and relatives. He was a proud Air Force The family received relaveteran of WWII, having served tives and friends at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderka- four years. Frank received his mack Road, Westwood, on Fri- undergraduate and graduate day, Feb. 14. Funeral liturgy at degrees in education from Seton

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Hall University and taught at West Milford and Waldwick high schools. He was a contributor to many charities such as veterans affairs, medical research, and religious efforts. A volunteer at Valley Hospital and Emerson Health and Rehabilitation Center, he also was a devout Catholic who served as a lector and eucharistic minister at Assumption Church in Emerson. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who always thought of others before himself. His loss is a devastating tragedy to his family, who loved him unconditionally. Frank was a kind and generous man who never met a stranger. Frank was predeceased by Camille, his wife of 61 years. He was the loving father of Susan Dabney, Lynda All-

shouse, and the late Richard George; and cherished grandfather of Jason, Samantha, and Amber. The family received friends at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood on Feb. 18. The funeral Mass was celebrated at the Church of the Assumption, Emerson on Feb. 19. Interment at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus. Memorial gifts may be made to St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

John F. HANLEY

John F. Hanley, 84, of Park Ridge passed away on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020. Beloved husband of 59 years to Marian. Father of Coleen, who passed away in 2013; and to John, Christine, and

Tim. He is predeceased by his brothers, Robert and Donald. Grandfather of Jacqueline, Jennifer, Kathryn, Ashley, Zachary, and Danielle. Great-grandfather of Parker. Before retiring, he was an electrician with Local 164, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, in Paramus. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and a sergeant in the U.S. Army National Guard. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Mercy Church in Park Ridge, a member of Mother Seton Council Knights of Columbus, Washington Township, and a member of American Legion Post 206, Westwood. The family received relatives and friends at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood on Wednesday. Graveside service was at Westwood Cemetery on Thursday.

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Issuu converts static files into: digital portfolios, online yearbooks, online catalogs, digital photo albums and more. Sign up and create your flipbook.