Pascack Press 4.10.23

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WORKING UP TO INDEPENDENCE WORKING UP TO INDEPENDENCE

Districts, businesses team up for winning life skills

MENTAL HEALTH KEYNOTE

APRIL 12

Hills-Valley Coalition guest speaker Marci Hopkins: ʻLet go of perfectionismʼ; event at PHHS; all welcome

WOODCLIFF LAKE

MOVING UP INTHE RANKS

BY MICHAELOLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

With Police Chief John Burns retiring at the end of 2023 — and his leave beginning approximately May 1 — the department celebrated four command staff promotions at the March 20 Borough Council meeting, held at Tice Senior Center

Burns is scheduled to retire on Dec. 31 He was sworn in as chief on March 5, 2019 after 31 years with the department, and will retire after nearly 36 years with the department.

See MOVING on page 11

BY BRIANAKEENAN SPECIAL TO PASCACK PRESS

NOTEVERYONE goes on to college after high school. Many graduates go on to the military or trade school or travel, or straight to work or other adventures.

Some of us need extra help making the transition to independent living, forging community connections, and developing trans-

ferable job skills. At least three high school districts — and many employers in our area — have been working to make that transition a success, and more partner businesses are always welcome to sign on for a few hours a week.

Pascack Valley Regional High School District has a program Milestones@PVR “for adult students, ages 18–21, with multiple intellectual and moderate learning and language disabili-

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ties.”

The program, says the district, is designed to assist students with disabilities to develop the skills necessary to independent living.

A simulated apartment setting in Hillsdale provides a learning environment for students “to acquire and perform independent living skills. Students complete weekly chores, grocery shop, plan

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Saying that “It is said that surrendering is the key to true happiness,” the Hills-Valley Coalition asks, “What if you surrendered to the idea of not hating yourself, not comparing yourself to others, breaking bad habits and letting go of perfectionism? Once you begin to break the old cycles, lean into your fears, heal your inner child, and peel the layers away, it is possible to live a happier and more authentic life.”

Thatʼs the invitation to HVCʼs spring keynote, “Letting Go: An evening dedicated to releasing the need for perfectionism and learning healthier coping strategies for you and your family,” April 12 at 7 p.m. at Pascack Hills High School.

The speaker is recovery expert and award winning television personality Marci Hopkins, who will share tips on how you can “surrender” to happiness “and how you can help your children live a life without comparison and create a strong foundation from which they can grow.”

HVC coordinators Jen Charnow and Jennifer ZimmerSee KEYNOTE on page 9

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The borough we know and love as Emerson has gone by a number of names over the years. The borough incorporated 120 years ago this week. Kristin Beuscher reports. PAGE 4

Emerson • Hillsdale • Montvale • Park Ridge • River Vale • Township of Washington • Westwood • Woodcliff Lake P ASCACKVALLEY’S HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER

Pascack Valley High School congratulates its students who’ve been accepted to the All-North Jersey Junior Region Jazz Band and All-North Jersey Region Choir. PAGE 21

River Vale BSA Troop 335’s food drive, led by Alex Falkoff, works wonders for Helping Hand.

PVRHSD’s Milestones program interns Samantha Macaluso (left) and Nick Morreale (right) are supervised in the bakery department at The Fresh Grocer on Pascack Road in the Township of Washington.Macaluso,taking culinary and hospitality classes at Bergen Community College, aims to make baking her career.

Police promotions prepareWCLPD for Burnsʼretirement; Regula is acting chief effective May 1

PASCACK PRESS LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Inside town politics and the primary

To the editor:

IREADYOUR reporting of the Township of Washington candidates for town council in the upcoming primary election [“Election hopefuls set hot primary ballot,” Michael Olohan, April 3,

2023] and would like to bring the following to your attention:

•As as sitting council person, they are usually asked if that council person would like to run again. I was not asked by the townʼs county committee.

•When I requested to be put up on the ballot for consideration, I was not selected over the newcomer, Mr. OʼToole.

•The reason why I was not selected, according to several sources on the committee, was that I supported candidate Michael DeSena (Republican) running as an Independent for mayor in the last election. I did support Mr. DeSena, as a matter of fact.

• As to whether I will run in the General Election has not been determined as of yet, but if I chose to, please list me as a

Republican running on the Independent line.

Thank you and your paper for covering the happenings in the Township of Washington.

Dr. Steven Cascio Township of Washington The writer is vice president of the Township of Washington Council

Editorʼs note: The filing deadline for Independent candidates is June 6. Such candidates must decide by then and file the proper petition to be included on the General Election ballot.

PV players’

‘Chicago’ dazzled

The scholarship committee of Knights of Columbus Mother Seton Council #5427 will award another three scholarships from the James Picarella Memorial Trust Fund and one Mother Seton Scholarship. Each scholarship is for $1,000.

Applicants for the scholarships must be Township residents graduating high school this year. Non-residents who have a father, brother, grandfather, or uncle as a member of Mother Seton Council #5427 in good standing for at least one year prior to the date of

the application may also apply.

The principal criteria for selecting the winners:

• The award must be applied toward tuition for a full-time student at any accredited institution of higher education: college, business, nursing, or technical school.

• The award will be in one payment to the student upon proof of enrollment.

• Although scholastic ability is of great importance, we will also consider financial need, community involvement, and extracurricular activities.

• The application must be completed by the student in its entirety. Leave no blanks. If something does not apply, say so. A high school transcript must accompany the completed application. An incomplete application

NOTE: Letter submission deadline is 11 a.m. Wednesday for the following Monday’s paper. Publication not guaranteed. Subject to editing. Email topascackpress@thepressgroup.net.

To the editor:

AFTERLIVINGAND working in Hillsdale for more than 50 years and enjoying the numerous shows and programs provided for us by the Pascack Valley High School students, I with my senior club recently attended an awesome and outstanding production of this New York show! [“Chicago:Teen Edition.”]

Iwas on Broadway. It was an absolutely breathtaking rendition! We all rose afterward as a gesture for an overwhelming performance!

Kudos and congratulations to each and every student who performed in this play!Looking forward to their next performance.

Marie D. Hanlon President, Hillsdale 50 Plus Club

will be disqualified. Applications are available at the Westwood High School and Immaculate Heart Academy Guidance Offices, the school websites, and the Knights of Columbus Council. Completed applications must be in a sealed envelope addressed to Mr. Paul Elterlein, Scholarship Chairman, Knights of Columbus, 79 Pascack Road, Twp. of Washington 07676, no later than May 15, 2023.

The scholarships will be presented at the Awards Night Meeting, Tuesday, June 13.

For more information call the council at (201) 664-0422. Applications for membership in the Knights of Columbus are welcome from qualified individuals. Call (201) 664-0422 or visit kofc5427.com.

Mayor back on dais after rift with council president

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

TOWNSHIPOFWASHINGTON

Mayor Peter Calamari was back on the dais April 4, a budget meeting, after he and administrator Mark DiCarlo took themselves off it for two meetings, a protest over how Calamari said he saw council meetings shutting out some of his attempts at speaking.

Calamari and Council President Desserie Morgan said they agreed to “give each other space” and “work together” Tuesday night. Morgan noted the “last couple of meetings have been a little rocky to say the least.”

The two officials threw sparks at the April 3 Township Council meeting. Calamari alleged “censorship” over Morganʼs tight running of the meeting such that he didnʼt get to offer certain remarks.

Morgan said Calamari, in turn, was “browbeating.” In apparent protest and demanding an apology, Calamari planted himself in the gallery, addressing the council from the public microphone. He also had restricted DiCarlo and others in his administration from sitting with the council.

It was the second time over the last month or so that Calamari had spoken from the floor, after being denied an opportunity to add comments to a council or budget discussion when Morgan ended comments without allowing Calamari to hold forth.

[Council meetings are convened by the council president and run under the council presidentʼs leadership, a reading of facts the town attorney also has noted as

Correction

Our April 3 cover story “Cake, Cards, and Talent” gave some incorrect spellings for names of people serving on Hillsdaleʼs 125th Anniversary Committee. Serving on the committee are Gerry Beatty, Melissa MazzaChiong, Jon Pacor,

when residents were reacting out of turn from the gallery on the recent proposal to move the DPW to 95 Linwood Ave. –Ed.]

On April 3, Morgan read an email from Calamari complaining that he was “censored” March 28 and at a prior council meeting.

Calamari said he would not return to the dais “until I (Morgan) have made a public acknowledgement that I am wrong and apologize,” she said.

“I am sorry, Mr. Mayor, I am not going to apologize for doing my job. Iʼm an advocate of the people of Washington Township and I do not work for you.”

She said she will run the meeting “as I see fit to run it.” She said she will not allow Calamari to “piggyback” off another personʼs statement when it is time to move the meeting forward, even if he is in support of the issue.

Calamari said April 3 that he told employees and vendors not to attend council meetings because he was not in favor of censorship of public officials at a public meeting and was not sure how they would be treated if they attended a council meeting. Only employees required by statute at a public meeting would be in attendance, he said.

But April 4, all appeared more collegial. Before the meeting began, Morgan said the “last couple of meetings have been a little rocky, to say the least” and she noted that she and Calamari spoke that day “and gave each other space to see where each of us was coming

from so with that said, we plan to work together to move the budget process as smoothly as possible and continue the good work that weʼre doing up here.”

No other officials commented on the prior rift.

Previously, Morgan told Calamari he could not speak after a supporter of the mayorʼs call to acquire 450 Pascack Road offered views. The mayor had strongly supported its purchase but council has lately not moved publicly to purchase the 3.2-acre mostly wooded tract, although it placed a $430,000 bid, under threat of condemnation, on the property nearly two years ago.

Morgan has said she is neither for or against the propertyʼs purchase and continues to do her “due diligence” on the pros and cons of its purchase.

March 28, DiCarlo said two allegations were made about his job performance by councilman Steven Cascio and Morgan while discussing ways to reduce health care costs. Morgan said these were suggestions a staff member had raised and that she did not appreciate DiCarloʼs tone. When Calamari then asked to comment, Morgan said it was time to move on.

On April 3, Morgan said that Calamariʼs absence from the dais was “not punishing the council or me, but you are punishing our residents.” She said it was “unproductive and unprofessional” that the mayor was absent from the dais and had also instructed municipal employees, including DiCarlo, not

to appear on the dais with council members.

Calamari called for an apology and said all future budget questions must be provided to him directly, not the administrator, “and responses will be made in a timely fashion.”

Morgan said at previous budget meetings, when department heads had explained why they needed a budget item and DiCarlo also explained it, she said she did not need to hear Calamari “brow-beating” the need for an expense.

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Friends fashion fun with NJ Makers Day

BY KEVIN MCKENNA SPECIAL TO PASCACK PRESS HILLSDALE

Nearly 400 visitors checked out the fun and inventiveness on display at the Hillsdale Free Public Libraryʼs annual New Jersey Makers Day event, held March 25.

Launched in 2015, New Jersey

Makers Day allows community members across the state to show off their creations and participate in hands-on activities. Among the highlights at Hillsdaleʼs event: crocheted and sewn-creations, repurposed material creations, scrap gardening, a musical instrument called a

See FRIENDS on page 35

All aboard for the future! In Etna!

BY KRISTIN BEUSCHER SPECIAL TO PASCACK PRESS

EMERSON

THE BOROUGHWE know and love as Emerson has gone by a number of names over the years. While still a part of Washington Township in the 19th century, the region had been known by two unofficial names: it was Kinderkamack to the west, in the direction of Oradell, and it was Old Hook to the east, in the direction of Harrington Park.

When the railroad came through in 1870 a station was built in Kinderkamack. However, that name was a long one and difficult to spell, besides being seen as oldfashioned by those modern Victorians. Land developers trying to market “country” properties to wealthy New Yorkers believed it was throwing off potential buyers. It was dropped in favor of the more streamlined and modern “Etna” in 1877.

Contemporary accounts show that not everyone was in favor of this type of modernization. A writer for the New York Sun lamented in 1898, “In the past few years the iconoclastic commuter has been knocking out the native names without regard to poetic justice, fact or fiction. The rugged Holland Dutch and Indian names have one by one disappeared, until in Bergen County

A handbill encourages New Yorkers to take ride out to the country to inspect a little community known as Etna,which in 1909 would be renamed Emerson in 1909. Etna is the up-and-coming place to invest! Plus: pure spring water and no malarious tendencies!

few remain to guide the oldest inhabitant through boyhood haunts. “Polify” has been lost in Terrace Avenue; “Paskack” is supplanted by Woodcliff; “Kinderkamack” was condensed into Etna.”

Itʼs unclear today why the name “Etna” was chosen, but it went on to become the first official name of the borough when it broke off from the Township of Washington and incorporated on April 8, 1903.

In 1909, the name of the young borough was changed once again due to a combination of factors. For one, Etnaʼs mail was being misdirected to a town of the same name in New York. But more importantly, it had to do with cultural, religious, and political conflicts taking place in the borough at the time.

Kinderkamack had traditionally been a Protestant Dutch and German community, but in the early 20th century Etna was seeing an influx of Catholic Italian families settling in town. It was not lost on the town fathers that the very name of the borough, Etna, was also the name of a volcano in Sicily

As historian Dwight de Stefan wrote in his book “Emerson: From Basilicata to Etna,” a history of the regionʼs early Italian families, “The name of the borough itself, ironically and by pure his-

See EMERSON on page 15

Youngsters,in the early 1900s, around the railroad station in Etna,which was renamed Emerson in 1909.The borough incorporated this week 120 years ago.

Alejandra Locke,winner in the “Best Thing That Could Be Worn”category at NJ Makers Day at Hillsdale Free Public Library on March 25,explains her journey with crochet to a visitor.

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

TOWNSHIPOFWASHINGTON

Will they or wonʼt they purchase 450 Pascack Road?

Although many reasons exist to purchase the property, the Township Council president said she has yet to decide, telling one nearby resident at the April 3 meeting that she continues to do “due diligence” on the potential acquisition.

Township Council president Desserie Morgan said she needs “more information” and a plan for the 3.2 acres at 450 Pascack Road before she can determine whether purchasing it makes sense and said she never feared that an apartment building or high-density housing would be put there.

A resident also asked Township Attorney Ken Poller if the courts could select 450 Pascack Road for affordable housing if the township does not acquire it.

Poller said that while a Supe-

rior Courtʼs decision on affordable housing could require affordable housing on land previously zoned for another use, it was less likely the court would select a site for such housing.

However, Poller said a court decision on affordable housing could supersede a local Zoning Board by requiring affordable housing in areas not previously zoned for it. The next round of affordable housing begins in July 2025, he said, and no one knows what to expect.

Since 2015, state Superior Courts, Fair Share Housing Center, special affordable housing counsels, and developer attorneys have negotiated over local affordable obligations. In 2015, the state Supreme Court ruled the Council on Affordable Housing “moribund” and handed all affordable housing obligations to the Superior Courts.

Resident Laura Sinclair, 864 Ridgewood Boulevard East, urged the council at the April 3 session to reconsider purchasing the tract.

She said she feared possible “overdevelopment” of the mostly wooded site, noting if acquired, the front area could be used for school or recreational field parking, at least the space currently

occupied by a house and large barn. The rest could be preserved, she suggested.

Sinclair said she recently observed a parent parked across the street from Memorial Field and her child had to run across Pascack Road to reach her car, crossing the busy road.

“It really is a safety hazard not having parking for the children there,” Sinclair said. She noted that there are grant monies out there for potential acquisition, which were

highlighted by grants consultant, GLD Associates, in a recent quarterly report.

Sinclair said that Memorial Field benefits all local residents, and lies adjacent to much of 450 Pascack Road. The 450 tract is elevated over the nearby fields and school property.

Morgan told resident Laura Sinclair, 864 Ridgewood Boulevard East, that she was hearing

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Progress flows toward title search touching on mall proposal

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

The township attorney told a resident on April 3 that the title search on his property would be done in seven to 10 days and that may help to determine whether an easement had existed for a tributary behind his property.

With an applicant seeking to build a strip mall nearby, the tributary is at the center of a controversy over whether it was or still is a protected Category One, or watersupply, waterway.

Meanwhile, the Township Council waits for a proposal from Boswell Engineering to determine the size of the basin that drains into the tributary

If Meisten Street resident

Michael Agnello can prove the

tributary is protected, that may require more stream protection, such a riparian buffers, to be put in place before any development can occur on the nearby 2.2-acre tract now bearing five houses at 660682 Pascack Road —proposed for a 17,100-square-foot retail shopping plaza and restaurant, 4 Seasons Marketplace.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment next meets on April 18.

Township attorney Ken Poller told Agnello, of 667 Meisten St., that he anticipates a title search on his property possibly by April 14.

Agnello has claimed that the unnamed tributary behind his home, and other homes along Meisten Street, was a protected “C1” waterway due to an easement that existed on his property when he purchased it more than 40 years ago.

The tributary flows into

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Musquapsink Brook, which flows into Schlegel Lake and then Pascack Brook, and then toward Oradell Reservoir, a drinking water source owned by Veolia North America that serves nearly 800,000 customers in Bergen and Passaic counties.

However, though the easement is shown to exist on some property maps, it was unclear whether an official document describing the easement exists, which is part of the ongoing title search that council authorized Poller to undertake at a recent meeting.

The Township Council requested the title search and an investigation into the unnamed tributaryʼs drainage basin size after Agnello appealed several times over months to council members to help him determine whether the stream bisecting his property included an easement, and whether it remains a protected waterway.

Administrator Mark DiCarloʼs April 3 report said he is “waiting” for Boswellʼs proposal to assess the drainage basin size. He said he requested the proposal on March 21.

The ZBA, now holding hearings on the mall proposal, requested an independent traffic study review, which then found flaws in the applicant consultantʼs traffic study That will likely be discussed at the next hearing.

Agnello has also called for independent studies of the applicantʼs drainage basin report to determine whether the unnamed tributary requires protection, including riparian buffers, as a regulated waterway

At ZBA hearings, the public is only allowed to ask questions of applicant professionals, such as the engineer, architect, traffic expert, planner, and other professionals testifying for the applicant.

Generally, public comments are only permissible after all testimony and follow-up questions have concluded. Only then are public comments, or opinions, allowed to be voiced. The applicantʼs attorney often will challenge public comments or statements perceived as testimony against the proposal.

On April 3, Agnello noted that as it appears the waterway is a man-made ditch that the township created many years ago, directing a tributary through his backyard, he asked local officials to redirect it away from his yard and suggested rerouting it through the proposed Four Seasons Marketplace strip mall property.

That proposed development, a 17,100-square-foot retail plaza to include up to 11 shops and a restaurant on the northwest corner of busy Pascack Road–Washington Avenue intersection, will be before the ZBA for a sixth, and possibly final hearing on April 18.

A 2020 decision by the state Department of Environmental Protection based partly on the LIDAR drainage basin data determined that the tributary was no longer a regulated waterway under the NJDEP Flood Hazard Area Act.

LIDAR stands for Light Detection and Ranging, which is a detection system which works on the principle of radar, but uses light from a laser to measure ranges (variable distances) to the earth.

Previously, Township Engineer John Yakimic, of Boswell, said he would request the LIDAR data from Najarian Associates, and review it to determine whether it included the entire drainage basin.

The LIDAR data was obtained by Boswell, who is preparing a proposal to assess the data.

Agnello and Burke Street

neighbor James Walsh have claimed that areas in Northgate Condominiums were left out of the drainage basin, which put the basin size over 50 acres, making it subject to NJDEP regulation.

Recently, a professional engineer, Carol Hoernlein, of Emerson, wrote to Pascack Press to claim that LIDAR data is not the standard for determining drainage basin sizes. She said that the standard for drainage basin calculation “has always been” U.S. Geological Service mapping called Streamstats, which she said is “more accurate than town tax maps or FEMA Firm maps because it delineates drainage areas not just flood areas.”

(See “Questioning Developer On Standards,” Letters, Page 21, March 20, 2023, Pascack Press.)

Previously, DiCarlo described the changing protected status of Agnelloʼs tributary as a “ping-pong” situation between engineers, applicants and state agencies.

Meisten Street resident Steven Manzione said that NJDEP is the only entity that should decide whether the unnamed tributary is a protected waterway, but that they were operating on “skewed” information from Najarian Associates, the applicantʼs consultant.

He said the prior applicant application was for a commuter parking lot on the site, not a retail plaza, and after NJDEP approved that proposal for the site, the applicant decided he would put up a large shopping plaza instead of a commuter parking lot.

He said this shopping plaza was no longer “a public good” which the applicant had claimed for a prior parking lot proposal.

He said the NJDEP needs to act “independently” to determine whether the tributary is a protected water body.

R IVER VALE , M ONTVALEAGREE ONBOOSTFORSHARED DPW

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

RIVERVALE

The Township Council approved an amendment March 27 to its shared-service public works agreement with Montvale that calls for each town to increase its annual capital contributions by financing equipment needed for the joint public works department.

The combined department, formed to reduce costs between the two small towns by hundreds of thousands of dollars, has seen disagreements over sharing snowremoval costs, but remains a model for a shared-service consolidation.

The addendum to the one-ofa-kind department will be good for both towns, said township chief financial officer and administrator Gennaro Rotella. The revised pact extends the DPW shared services through 2034.

Montvale passed a similar resolution at its March 28 Borough Council meeting.

Rotella said due to the ever-

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SENIORS’ PIZZAAND BINGOFUN APRIL 19

River Vale Senior Friendship Club hosts a pizza party and bingo for members on April 19. The cost is $3 per person, which includes, pizza, refreshments, and one bingo card — extra cards available for $1 each.

Upcoming events

• May 17: January to June birthday celebrations with musical performance by Francine and Joel.

• The trip to Resorts Catskills is sold out, but the club has a threeday/two-night trip to Lancaster, Penn., Aug. 21–23, for $470 per person, which includes tickets to “Moses”; round-trip transportation; lodging; two breakfasts; two dinners; a guided tour; taxes; and meal and bus driver gratuity

Reservations must be made ASAP — no later than June 10. For information call Hilda at (201) 265-5257.

rising costs of vehicles and equipment for the DPW, officially called Pascack Valley DPW, it made sense for each town to up annual capital contributions for such equipment.

The revised agreement says Montvale shall purchase vehicles and equipment to be used in the delivery of shared DPW services for the municipalities in the amount of $200,000 annually (plus or minus 20%, unless a greater dif-

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ferential is approved by the advisory committee), the specific equipment to be purchased to be jointly agreed upon by River Vale and Montvale.

Such vehicles and equipment, says the agreement, shall be owned and insured by Montvale, but shall be utilized by the Pascack Valley Department of Public Works.

The amount to be expended for this capital purchase shall increase by 2% annually. The

Seniors meet April 13 at clubhouse

The Emerson senior citizensʼ monthly membership meeting is Thursday, April 13 at noon at the clubhouse, 20 Palisade Ave. AARP will present a program on downsizing. Refreshments will be served.

A trip to Hunterdon Hills

Playhouse is scheduled for Thursday, April 27. This trip includes a wonderful hot lunch and a terrific show, “The Million Dollar Quartet.” The cost is $83 per person. Call Jean Ann Scarano at (201) 483 8104 or Jo Monahan at (201) 265 1933.

municipalities agreed in good faith to discuss adjusting this annual capital expenditure at least once every three years, pending submission of a five-year rolling schedule.

The addendum also calls for the return of $100,000 to River Vale and Montvale from the Storm Trust Fund in 2023. Both towns agree to maintain a separate storm fund with a minimum of $100,000, which will be used to replenish the

joint Storm Trust Fund when such payment is required under the shared-services agreement.

By paying for the equipment for the shared DPW service out of capital expenses, each town would then own the equipment or vehicle should it need it at a later date.

“Our relationship is good, everything is going well. This new [addendum] works out best for everyone,” Rotella said.

DPW’sremindersrecycling

The River Vale Recycling Center, 320 Rivervale Road (the DPW building) has Dumpsters for residents to drop off recyclables only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The following recyclable items are permitted to be dropped off and collected:

• Commingled: Properly rinsed aluminum and tin cans, glass and plastic #1, 2, and 5 only. No plastic bags.

• Paper: Newspaper, books, cardboard boxes. lease make sure boxes are flattened and do not contain packing materi-

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als nor anything else. There is no garbage dump in River Vale. If you have items to be discarded that donʼt meet the recycling criteria, contact your garbage collection provider. If the discarding of debris continues, the Township may permanently close the Recycling Center.

On Thursdays, DPW offers collection of white goods (large appliances like washing machines) and metal goods only. Call DPW at least 24 hours in advance to schedule.

The town encourages you to utilize its curbside rcycling service whenever possible.

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Troop 335 comes through for pantry

Helping Hand Food Pantry reports that on Sunday, March 26 it fielded donations of approximatly 200 bags and boxes of food, toiletries, and cleaning supplies, and some ShopRite gift cards, from a River Vale BSATroop 335 food drive led by Alex Falkoff.

Alex is a senior at Pascack Valley High School. He planned and organized the drive as his Eagle Scout project.

Helping Hand Food Pantry, a non-profit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, based at Hillsdale United Methodist Church, said “It was wonderful to see such a great response to his great efforts!”

The pantry says online that itʼs been helping neighbors for more

than 25 years. “We serve approximately 400 neighbors a month! Please consider holding a food drive or donating to our non-profit, tax-deductible, charitable organization as it would be greatly appreciated.”

The pantry is located at the churchʼs south entrance, on the corner of Magnolia and Washington avenues. Client hours are Monday from 5:30 to 7 p.m and the first Saturday of the month from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Food donations must be scheduled and delivered at another time.

For information on arranging a food drive, donating, volunteering, or arranging a group tour, visit HelpingHandFoodPantry.com

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River Vale BSATroop 335’s recent food drive,led by Alex Falkoff (center and below),netted an avalanche of donations for Helping Hand Food Pantry. Courtesy photos.

Keynote: ‘Letting Go of Perfectionism’ April 12

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mann say that out of a life filled with struggle Hopkins found sobriety “and is now living a life beyond her wildest dreams. Come let her give you the tools to do the same.”

Hopkins is host of “Wake Up With Marci” on W LNY/CBS New York and author of “Chaos to Clari-

ty: Seeing the Signs.”

Her website says sheʼs “a fearless voice in television who tackles a wide range of issues on her show, including mental health, domestic violence, divorce, addiction, trauma, social impact, health,

$1,000 SCHOLARSHIP FROM B’NAI ISRAEL

The K-S Scholarship Foundation, administered by Congregation Bʼnai Israel, will award one $1,000 scholarship to a deserving student in 2023.

Applicants must be Jewish, and current high school seniors who reside in any one of the following towns: Closter, Cresskill, Dumont, Emerson, Harrington Park, Haworth, Hillsdale, Norwood, Oradell, Old Tappan, Paramus, Park Ridge, Ridgewood, River Edge, River Vale, Township of Washington, Westwood, or

Woodcliff Lake. Judging criteria include demonstrating academic achievement and financial need. The applicantʼs family need not be a member of Congregation Bʼnai Israel.

For an application, contact Congregation Bʼnai Israelʼs office administrator at (201) 265-2272 or office@bisrael.com. Applications must be submitted by May 31, 2023. The recipient will be notified on or about June 15.

wellness, and more. Over a cup of coffee, she has candid conversations with her guests, with a mission to inspire and empower her audience while spreading hope and happiness. She is a mother of two, philanthropist, sexual abuse survivor and is six years sober.”

A Q & A follows with Tanvi Mathew, MS, LPC, founder and clinical director of Emerge: The Counseling & Coaching Center.

(The event was billed initially as offering a mental health fair but that component of the offering is now canceled.)

Hills-Valley Coalition is the municipal alliance for Hillsdale, Montvale, River Vale, and Woodcliff Lake. Charnow, also PHHS PFA Parent Academy coordinator and Woodcliff Lake Stigma Free representative, tells Pascack Press all are welcome. “We are really trying to help as many people and families as possible in everything that we do.”

The registration link is https://forms.gle/hP6F9N4n88tv1pD w8. PHHS is at 225 W. Grand Ave. For more information, write hvcstigmafree@gmail.com

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Webb Cameo, Art Deco vases impress

Dear Jon,

My husband and I enjoy reading your column each week. We hope you will be able to give us some information on this glass vase, which belonged to my husbandʼs grandmother. It measures 8 inches tall and the color is so vibrant. We absolutely love it. It is so pretty when the light shines through it.

Art Deco René Lalique ʻOrnisʼVase

Next, Rita from Closter asks about a vase given to her as a wedding present in 1974. It measures 7 1⁄ 4 inches tall. Could this be real? It appears to say Lalique on the bottom. We have been using it to chill white wine.

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Dorothy in Closter

Dear Dorothy,

Iʼm happy to know you enjoy reading “Ask the Appriaser!” each week. Your magnificent largeshouldered form Cameo glass vase was produced in England 1890–1910 by the renowned Thomas Webb & Sons Glass Company. Your vase features a vibrant yellow satin finish ground with a beautiful enamel motif of graceful flowers and leaves as accents throughout.

I noticed the base is unmarked. Webb Cameo glass is rarely signed. In my career I have only encountered two pieces that were signed on the base. In the case of Cameo glass it is the qual-

ity that matters and your example has all the bells and whistles.

You mention the vase is in “great condition, no chips.” This being the case, the current retail value of this vase is $800. I can not overemphasize the importance of a damage-free vase. One tiny chip or crack will greatly diminish its value.

My best wishes to you and your husband.

Dear Rita,

Your magnificent art deco period topaz glass vase was produced by the import French art glass and jewelry designer René Lalique (1845–1945) in Paris, circa 1925.

The name of the vase is “Ornis,” meaning bird This vase has a footed goblet form with a pair of applied birds on each side facing inward rising just above the rim. Important fact to note. Every piece of Lalique art glass should be signed with the companyʼs trademark. This is the most obvious indicator of authenticity. Glass produced prior to 1945 were signed with the letter R in front of the signature, to indicate that such were produced by René Lalique himself or during his lifetime and

as such are worth substantially more in value.

Lalique is still in operation today but with a different marking. Your vase has the early R. Lalique Paris mark. Be advised many R. Lalique marks have been faked. Itʼs best to think of it this way: signatures do not authentic items, in fact itʼs the other way around. The quality of each piece authenticates the signatures they bear.

I have made a practice of considering the signature only after I examine the entire piece. In the case of your vase I am certain after studying the photos, it is a period piece produced at the René Lalique studio.

Assuming the vase has remained in excellent condition, no chips, cracks or damage, the retail market value for this vase is $2,000. Please find something else to chill your Chardonnay!

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Above: Rita from Closter owns a magnificent Art Deco topaz glass vase produced by the import French art glass and jewelry designer René Lalique. Right: Dorothy and her husband were gifted unmarked Webb Cameo glass, and an excellent specimen at that. Courtesy photos.

poise Steve Regula to

At a ceremony attended by family, friends and fellow officers, Capt. Stephen Regula was appointed as Deputy Police Chief effective April 1 —heʼll be acting police chief as of May 1.

Other official promotion ceremonies were held for the swearing in of newly promoted officers and supervisors. Lt. Chad Malloy was appointed to captain.

Sgt. Craig DeGeorge was promoted to lieutenant.

Police Officer Michael Charnesky was promoted to sergeant.

All received applause and congratulations.

Resolutions approved by the council for the promotions noted they were each recommended by Burns. Both of the newly promoted positions of deputy chief and captain will not incur salary increases for this year, said the appropriate resolutions.

However, the new lieutenant and sergeant positions “will be as set forth in the Police Benevolent Association (PBA) contract for said position,” stated the resolution. No salaries were provided on the appointment resolutions.

Each promotion resolution noted, “Whereas Police Chief John Burns has notified the governing body of his intention to commence his terminal leave on or about May 1, 2023 with his full retirement and separation of employment with the Borough effective Dec. 31, 2023; and Whereas, in an effort to promote a smooth and effective transi-

tion of leadership,” Burns had recommended each of the newly promoted officers for their new positions.

Mayor Carlos Rendo posted afterward, “This round of promotion solidifies our organizational structure and allows us to better supervise and direct our young department. Congratulations, gentlemen.”

Residents added their congratulations and wishes for safe service, with one saying “Great crew we have.”

On the departmentʼs Facebook, many more residents cheered the news. A sampling:

•Jennifer Wilder-Charnow: “Congratulations to all of the welldeserving WCLPD members.”

•Donald Regula: “Congratulations deputy chief Regula and all the members of the Woodcliff Lake police department.”

• Lisa Volpe Yakomin: “Congratulations! Woodcliff Lake has the BEST police force, hands down! Iʼm so impressed by the strong leadership and continuity we

have in our law enforcement. Thank you for all that you do!”

•Bonnie Funabashi OʼKeeffe:

“Congratulations to all! One of the many reasons why I love Woodcliff Lake is because I feel SAFE living here! I am so grateful to our police force for protecting our citizens, their duty and dedication, and making WCL a safe town. Thank you!”

During the ceremony, technical glitches hampered the ceremonyʼs Zoom transmission from Tice Center, despite approximately $80,000 in recent audio-visual upgrades at the facility. The council moved its remaining 2023 meetings to Tice to take advantage of the upgrades and additional room capacity for in-person meetings due to COVID-19 concerns.

Other council business

In other news, Resolution 2387 was approved, allowing the borough to use $60,000 in 2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for COVID-19related HVAC upgrades at Tice Senior Center.

Moreover, the council passed resolution 23-88 to authorize a consulting contract with Bergen County United Way to investigate “whether and what types of affordable housing can be feasibly developed at the property located at Block 2502, Lot 1 (the VFW site).

This was required under the recently amended borough affordable housing agreement, approved by council on Dec. 22 and by the Superior Court at a fairness hearing on Jan. 24, 2023.

No contract cost was included on the resolution and efforts to request the agreement and amount were not returned by press time.

Left to right: Woodcliff Lake police Capt. Chad Malloy, Deputy Chief Stephen Regula, Police Chief John Burns, Lt. Craig DeGeorge, and Sgt. Michael Charnesky. WCLPD photo.

Park Ridge police honor U.S. Army veteran Al Quackenbush

The Park Ridge Police Departmentʼs Veteran of the Quarter is Al Quackenbush.

Al grew up in Park Ridge, where he attended Park Ridge High School and graduated in 1971. He joined the Park Ridge Fire Department in 1969 as a junior firefighter and served as a Volunteer Fireman until 1975.

He also worked in his family lumber yard while growing up.

In 1972 Al was drafted into the United States Army. He attended basic training at Fort Dix, then reported to Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, for advanced training.

Al was stationed in Germany

for 18 months. He served as a combat engineer with Echo Company, 8th Division, 12th Engineers. The unit specialized in bridge construction.

During a NATO mission, Al assisted in erecting a bridge that crossed the Rhine river.

In addition, Al drove a 2.5-ton truck, delivering supplies to and from base for troops in the field. Al was also responsible for chauffeuring around the lieutenant.

In 1974, Al was discharged from the Army as a specialist (E4). When Al returned home from his military service, he traveled the county for two months. At home, he went to work at his fam-

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ilyʼs lumber yard.

In 1976, Al moved to Colorado, where he worked as an equipment operator.

In 1985, Al moved back to Park Ridge where he went back to work at the lumber yard.

In 1986, he joined Cpl. Jedh

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C. Barker Memorial American Legion Post 153, where he became First Vice Commander and Second Vice Commander. Al also assists with the postʼs color guard.

Al also is a member of the Sons of the American Legion, and

in 1994 joined the Park Ridge Elks.

In 1998, Al took over the family lumberyard business. He likes to vacation in upstate New York. Park Ridge Police Department

Free tree seedlings April 29

Get your free native tree seedlings on Saturday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Hillsdale Train Station (Hillsdale Avenue and Broadway).

The selection this year is a barberry, a small deer-resistant tree with a fragrant berry. Plant yours promptly, or store it in a cool, damp location for a day or

so. Seedlings need to be protected from deer predation and kept watered through the first year or two.

This is an Arbor Day celebration in partnership with the Hillsdale Environmental Commission and Community Tree Recovery, and the New Jersey Tree Recovery Foundation.

Due to limited supply, thereʼs a limit of one tree per household with priority given to Hillsdale residents. First come, first served. No prior reservations.

Replant trees you lost in recent storms or add trees to your yard. Instructions will be available.

“Be The Best You Can Be”

Council intros $16M local

BY MICHAEL OLOHAN OF PASCACK PRESS

HILLSDALE

Borough officials approved a nearly $16 million preliminary 2023–2024 municipal budget on April 4 that raises taxes approximately $46 on an average borough home assessed at $469,392.

The vote was 5-0 to introduce the budget. A final budget hearing will be held May 2. Councilwoman Janetta Trochimiuk was absent.

Finance Committee Chair Abby Lundy said the $15,997,886

2023 budget shows a decrease of $513,811, or 3.1%, from the 2022 budget of $16,511,697.

However, she said the amount to be raised by local taxes, including the public library, was $10,889,947, which is an increase of 1.2% — or $128,689 — over the 2022 tax levy. She said on an “average” borough home assessed at $469,392, annual taxes will increase $46.32.

The preliminary 2023 budget is online, with links to the 63-page budget and Lundyʼs budget presentation posted on the April 4 Council agenda.

$46 more from taxpayers

Lundy said she was “rather pleased” with the 2023 budget, noting that the municipal portion of local property taxes was about 20%, with school taxes taking approximately 60% and county taxes about 10%.

Lundy noted, “New Jersey law requires municipalities to operate on a balanced budget basis which is achieved by using a portion of the surplus (fund balance) generated in prior years, as revenue in the succeeding yearʼs budget.”

She said, “The borough is utilizing $2,000,000 of this surplus in 2023 to offset a portion of the tax levy. This will leave the borough with a fund balance of $3,324,554.”

Mayor John Ruocco was critical of the proposed 1.6% budget increase, as well as a proposed doubling of stipends paid to local public officials.

He said, “I am disturbed that the budget calls for a 1.6% increase in the average homeownerʼs property tax in the face of having already increased property taxes by 5.3% in 2021 and again in 2022 by

According to Ruocco, “The 1.6% increases are no coincidence, veral members of the Council and last yearʼs (chief financial officer) and borough administrator went on record as saying that it is good to get the populace used to modest annual increases regardless of necessity.”

He said, “After all, it covers a variety of sins that may be hidden in the budget, and allows the governing body to build its surplus

account so that it can spend even more next year.”

And he said, “The problem with this logic is that Hillsdale now has the biggest surplus account that it has ever had, over $5.3 million, a million more than last year which set a record as well. This 2023 budget calls for using $2 million of that surplus (think of it as capital if Hillsdale were a corporation) to balance the budget. That leaves over $3.3 million available during the rest of the year for use in operations. And that amount too sets a record for Hillsdale as being the largest amount it has ever enjoyed.”

Ruocco said, “The 1.6% tax increase is gratuitous and unnecessary, bringing in only $129,000 that could easily be taken out of that $5.3 million in surplus I mentioned earlier. And we would still have the biggest surplus ever.”

Ruocco —who has filed to run in the primary election seeking a seat on the Borough Council — charged that the budget also provides for a 47% increase in compensation afforded to the mayor and council, or an additional $21,000.

“While it is true that the last increase to mayor and council compensation was made in 2005, the Finance Committeeʼs budgetary recommendations, if enacted this year, would result in the mayor and council being the highest paid among all 10 Pascack Valley towns,” he said.

Ruocco said, “The committee should also justify to the residents why raising taxes to fund increases in our compensation makes politi-

cal sense in todayʼs recessionplagued economy and in the face of an extraordinary increase in school taxes that residents will likely face in order to pay for renovation of George White (Middle School).”

On March 14, local voters nixed an $82.7 million bond referendum to replace the middle school that would have increased taxes nearly $1,300 yearly on an average home. District officials say the problems remain and voters merely “kicked the can” on a solution.

A spreadsheet Ruocco prepared showing mayor and council stipends in Pascack Valley shows the increases would add $21,000 to this yearʼs budget, increasing it to $66,000. The mayor receives a yearly $9,000 stipend and council members receive $6,000.

Under the revised cost-of-living increases proposed this year, the mayor would receive $12,000 and council members $9,000 apiece.

Of the 10 Pascack Valley towns Ruocco surveyed, including Oradell and Old Tappan, the lowest annual mayor and council stipends were in Emerson, with the mayor receiving $3,600 and council $3,000 each, for an annual cost of $21,600, “stable for the past 15 years.” We have not factchecked Ruoccoʼs chart.

Emerson, Oradell and Westwood provide the lowest annual mayor and council stipends. Oradell pays the mayor $5,000 and council $3,000 apiece, while

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Up to good

Mayor Michael Ghassali wrote residents on April 3, “Please be advised that representatives of Veolia, Neglia Engineering and BS&J will be present in and around the [borough] property at 127 Summit Ave. on Tuesday, April 4. This is part of Veoliaʼs effort to investigate one of a number of potential locations for a new water tank to address the ongoing capacity and pressure issues in town.”

He advised, “You can expect to see two balloons flying over the western part of the property, along with [the presence of] trucks, photographers and other personnel. Veolia will attempt to minimize any disruption to the residents.”

He directed questions to Veolia and the borough.

The mayor quipped, “These are not Chinese surveillance balloons, they are Veolia water company balloons legally authorized over Montvale. No need for F22 fighter jets to take them down. Thank you.”

Heʼd emailed residents the same on April 1, giving more background:

The borough has had water pressure issues in town for at least 30 years, the mayor said. “Our water is served by one water tank on the west side of town, causing high pressure issues to the lower altitude east side of town, and low pressure issues to the high altitude west side of town. For the past year, we have been evaluating several sites to install a primary water tank and leave the current tank as a reserve.”

Ghassali said, “Veolia will pay for the installation and maintenance of the tank, and even pay

Emerson:

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torical accident, was also the name of an Italian volcano and, as such, was identified with the growing local Italian population. It seemed that Catholic-Italian Etna was rapidly replacing Protestant DutchGerman Kinderkamack...Something needed to be done to turn back the clock and the tide.”

Mayor Reuben Hart appointed acommittee to consider a new name for the town. Its members were men with Germanic surnames like Ackerman, Wulff, and Schantz. They recommended a change. Three names were suggested: Emerson (reflecting one councilmanʼs admiration of author Ralph Waldo Emerson), Sunridge, and Bellaire. As of March 9, 1909, Etna became Emerson.

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Second Annual Hike for Hillsdale April 15

The Hillsdale Education Foundation invites you to its Second Annual Hike for Hillsdale, Saturday, April 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Sapienza Gardens “for a day of Health + Environmental Wellness.” The day includes yoga in the woods, movement and stretches, an environmental scavenger hunt and clea-up, planting, and a hike through the beautiful trails of Sapienza Gardens.

The invitation says, “Come see the rescue animals of TevaLand Sanctuary Farm as well as the Pascack Valley Bee Observation area!”

the borough to purchase the land that will house the tank. One of the best and most suit[able] site[s] is on the newly acquired borough land… deep in the woods and leaving room for any future plans for trails [and] walkways.”

He said, “To continue the evaluation, Veolia will be flying a utility balloon for about a day next week. Itʼs weather-dependent, so once we confirm the day will let you know immediately.”

—Staff report

Borough of Montvale

Bring the family: Second Annual Hike for Hillsdale,Saturday,April 15 from 10 a.m.to 1 p.m.,at Sapienza Gardens.

DoDentalImplantsLastaLifetime?

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Dental Implants are a Science, not a Technique

It takes years of academic training and practice to master and achieve this skill – and this level of success. Recently, more general dentists are offering to surgically place dental implants. However, their training is typically in the range of 40-100 hours of coursework, compared to the three-year, full-time residency which is required to be a Board-Certified Periodontist & Dental Implant Surgeon. This is one reason why the

American Dental Academy (ADA) stipulates that only periodontists (not even oral surgeons) can call themselves dental implant surgeons. There are a number of other reasons why it is important to choose a periodontist for your treatment – all of which involve maintaining the health of your implants. Periodontists focus on the gum and bone surrounding your teeth and implants. We also learn full-mouth treatment planning with the capability of saving your teeth, not just

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replacing them. Unlike any other fields in dentistry, a periodontist can regenerate gum and bone on your teeth and implants. This allows us save teeth ailing from a bad bite and gum disease.

Our surgical skill within the mouth is unparalleled. An oral surgeon is a maxillofacial specialist whose training is focused outside the oral cavity, on the maxilla mandible spaces. This is why they are the right choice for buried wisdom teeth extractions.

Another reason for our success rate is that periodontists support the long-term health of the implants we place with strong hygiene practices. We not only surgically place the implant, but we monitor and follow up with the treatments during your routine cleanings on an annual or bi-annual basis. This allows us to diagnosis and treat any implant problems, regardless of their complexity. Oral surgeons do not provide this service and cannot monitor your treatments in the future.

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Less expensive implant options often lack proper research and follow up. Many of these companies target general dentists to do short training programs in order to sell their implants to them. Unfortunately, while cheaper implants do create a range in the cost, the patient assumes the risks in order for a general dentist to provide a service for a couple of hundred dollars less.

When it comes to making a decision about dental implants, I advise my patients not to compromise on the quality. Keep in mind that you are considering a treatment that should last a lifetime, so it is more important to take into account the value. While dental implants may be more costly than options such as removable dentures, the long-term value makes them a great financial investment.

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50th anniversary vigil with Joan’s Joy April 19

Save the date: Wednesday, April 19 at 7 p.m., for a musical “50th Anniversary, Remembering Joanʼs Light,” at the Joan Angela DʼAlessandro White Butterfly Sculpture and Garden in front of the Hillsdale Train Station.

Wear green and bring a chair.

“The Message of Light Amid Letters of Darkness” by Rosemarie Birri DʼAlessandro will be previewed for the first time at the event, and book orders taken.

The book contrasts the rise of “heroic activist” Rosemarie DʼAlessandro — and the reverberation of her mission to empower and protect children — with the views of Joanʼs late killer (a former neighbor and teacher) in letters he sent a pen pal from prison.

Taken on Holy Thursday, 1973, Joan was found that Easter.

The Joan Angela DʼAlessandro Foundation honors the memo-

ry of Girl Scout Joan in promoting child safety via programs it provides and legislation it advocates.

“We support neglected and abused children through fun and educational excursions; and we help victims of crime by way of consultation. Joanʼs story has brought hope through awareness and prevention. The lives of thousands will continue to benefit from the impact of her legacy,” says Joanʼs Joy (joansjoy.org).

— John Snyder

PRIYU GUPTA, DDS, WESTWOOD PERIODONTICS

HILLSDALE

Council: Hillsdale budget second hearing May 2

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Westwood pays the mayor $6,688 and council $5,025 apiece.

Lundy said in her presentation that the $82.439 increase for 2023 appropriations was due to:

• An increase in general government services that includes additional administrative and finance department staff as well as a cost-of-living (COL) increase to annual mayor and council stipend;

• An increase in police operating expenses due to accreditation requirements and state attorney general-mandated education and training;

• Included in public safety spending is an appropriation to hire per-diem EMTs to assist the Hillsdale Volunteer Ambulance Service with a volunteer shortage to improve ambulance response time.

• A DPW increase for additional full-time and seasonal employees. Rental of additional garbage trucks to assist in leaf pick-up, a solid waste disposal tonnage increase and an increase by Paramus for the street sweeping contract;

• An appropriation for vehicle maintenance and repairs was also increased;

•Appropriations for Parks and Recreation increased to accommodate a recreation/program director salary as well as additional public events.

Lundy also noted that the 2023 capital program/capital improvement fund appropriation includes a 5% down payment for financing local projects and purchases.

She noted that some budgeted items included:

• Beechwood Park Nature Trail Grant Match;

•A significant Municipal Road Resurfacing Improvement Program;

Huge Relay For Life April 29 at PVHS

The American Cancer Society

ʻRelay For Life of the Pascack Valleyʼis held this year on Saturday, April 29 from 3 to 11 p.m. at Pascack Valley High School, 200 Piermont Ave., Hillsdale.

The theme this year is Country and Western: Giving Cancer the Boot. The community is invited to help the American Cancer Society save lives from cancer by forming or joining a team, becoming a sponsor, purchasing a luminaria in memory or in honor of a loved one impacted by cancer, and joining any of the many activities on the day of the event.

Registered cancer survivors and their caregivers are invited to

attend an onsite dinner in their honor at 6 p.m.

At Relay, participants celebrate cancer survivors and their caregivers, remember loved ones lost through a reflective luminaria ceremony, and fight back by raising money and awareness to help save lives from cancer at this fun, memorable and emotionally charged event.

During the event, teams sponsor fun themed laps. Funds raised at Relay help to fuel the mission of the American Cancer Society.

Spokesperson Sue Vaccaro tells Pascack Press “There will be many events, including a wiffle ball contest, live bands, clowns, food

trucks and performances by students from Pascack Valley High School, Emerson High School, Westwood Regional Jr./Sr. High School, and Academy of the Holy Holy Angels —some of the many high schools participating in this event.” She says, “We are hoping to increase the number of participants this year. The event is being held about a month early. We also are hoping to have more cancer survivors and their caregivers join us for the dinner that we hold at the event in their honor.”

To register for the event, visit relayforlife.org/pascackvalleynj. To volunteer, or for any questions, write scvaccaro@verizon.net

• Memorial Park Improvements including an Open Space Grant Match, a new retaining wall and walking path;

• Purchase of new two hook trucks and attachments for the DPW as well as conversion of existing truck to a mechanicʼs service vehicle.

Capital items include:

• Fire Department will be reducing its total apparatus

through the retirement of two trucks to be replaced with a new ladder truck;

The borough will assist the Public Library with a much needed roof repair and new carpeting.

Lundy said the police department did not request funding for any capital items. She said any capital purchases in this area will be paid for with forfeiture funds received.

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and prepare meals, maintain their household budget, learn to travel, and organize personal calendars.”

They also intern at participating businesses and services in the community, gaining vital experience and feedback.

Park Ridge and Emerson districts team up to provide The Owl House, established by the Park Ridge Board of Education in 2016. This program “is for students who have met all of their high school graduation requirements yet still have Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives in the area of transition to adult life.”

The Owl House, “preparing today for tomorrowʼs success,” is based “in a home in the heart of the Park Ridge community” where “each day, students are provided with daily exposure to the skills necessary to live and work in natural community settings. The program says students also have access to internships and job sampling at local businesses.”

Just outside our area, Ridgewood and Northern Valley also offer such programs.

According to Anne Catalano, a job coach at Milestones, such programs are beneficial “because they teach students various skills such as

how to make a budget, financial skills, proper work etiquette, conversations skills, and other basic life skills that are needed on a daily basis that many of us take for granted such as making a haircut appointment, using an ATM, and filling out a medical history form.”

She said, “The other main focus of these programs is to provide students with many varied internships

within the community so that they can experience work in a variety of settings and develop different skills and determine what job is best suited for their strengths/abilities and interests. Job coaches from the school district work with individual students by modeling and teaching the skills necessary for each job until the student can be independent whenever possible.”

Catalano — who has a B.S. in regular elementary education teaching with a special education minor, and a masterʼs degree as a learning disability teacher consultant — told Pascack Press, “As a parent whoʼs had two children graduate from PV, and one who is a junior, I have witnessed how the culture in our community is to view college as the main path for graduating seniors.”

She said, “However, I know students who have chosen a different path and have been very suc-

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Creating ‘Milestones’ toward independent living:Jack DiMattia interns at the Hillsdale Free Public Library,Stuart Jeong interns at the Bogota Cafe,and Peter Mauro interns at Dunkin' in the Pascack Valley.Participants try a range of jobs,adding to their resumes and life experiences. Zabrina Kearns photos.

Job coach Anne Catalano works with Milestones intern Mitchell (and,next desk over, Nick) at Pascack Press, curating the newspaper’s library calendar for the week of April 3.It’s vital clerical work,and many journalists get their start gathering and formatting such community event listings — paying strict attention to accuracy,house style,and deadline. John Snyder photo

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Annual 5K and Health Fair April 15

The Department of Public Affairs and Green Team are proud to present the Mayorʼs Spring Into Wellness Campaign with a first annual 5K Run/Walk and health fair on Saturday, April 15.

The course, kicking off from Woodfield Avenue and traversing tree-lined streets offering views of Schlegel Lake, is USATF certified. Register at r aceforum.com/spring2wellness. Runners begin first, at 9 a.m., then walkers take off. Medals will be awarded at a ceremony.

Packet pick-up is Friday, April 14. Timing is provided by Split Second Racing. Registration pricing is $30 by April 14; $35 on race day. T-shirts were guaranteed by April 1 only.

The health fair, at Bethany Community Center, 605 Pascack Ave., runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information on becoming a vendor at the health fair, contact Tom Sears at USMC0128@verizon.net.

The Township of Washington Police Department will have a Project Medicine drop box at the health fair. For safety reasons, theyonly accept solid medications such as pills, patches, and inhalers.

They do not accept liquids or syringes. To dispose of those correctly, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

The Township of Washington Police Department is proud to be working

in conjunction with the Drug Enforcement Administration and the New Jersey Department of Consumer Affairs. The department says, “We are one of only 30 permanent sites in all of New Jersey. The drop box is perma-

nently located in the Township of Washington Police Department lobby, 350 Hudson Ave., however it will be brought to the health fair for residentsʼconvenience.”

—Staff report

“At Giulioʼs, we only use the freshest ingredients in our homemade dishes. Featuring contemporary Italian cuisine with a Mediterranean twist, we strive to please every palate.”

Owner Beni Qosja opened Giulioʼs Restaurant in 2022. Housed in a beautiful, romantic, Queen Anne Victorian in Historic Tappan, N.Y., just minutes from Bergen County, Giulioʼs Restaurant offers contemporary Italian cuisine.

Built in 1880 by the Smith family, the rooms are adorned with carved woodwork and large b eveled glass windows that make you feel like you stepped

into another era. The warm and inviting fireplaces in the Main Dining Room and Oak Room beckon guests to enjoy a fine glass of wine and a delicious

meal.

Beni brings more than 25 years of culinary experience to Giulioʼs Restaurant. Formerly of Vicolo of Old Tappan, Il Vicolo of Livingston and current owner

of Limoncello in Waldwick, the years of world class experience and passion for culinary creations is evident in each and every of his signature dishes.

Giulioʼs Restaurant creates contemporary dishes with only the finest and freshest ingredients. Visit for a drink in the full-

service bar, a casual meal by the fireplace, or to celebrate your life's most memorable events in one of the private dining rooms.

Formerly Giulioʼs of Tappan, the new Giulioʼs Restaurant offers guests a fresh experience with an updated dé cor and menu in a warm, romantic setting.

When you go… Giulioʼs Restaurant 154 Washington Street Tappan, N.Y. 845-359-3657

See website for hours: www.giuliosrestaurant.com giuliosrestaurant@gmail.com

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PVHS music students go regional

Pascack Valley High School congratulates freshman alto saxophonist Ming-Yang Qin on his first chair acceptance into the AllNorth Jersey Junior Region Jazz Band. Ming-Yang is a student of Craig Yaremko, director of bands at Pascack Valley.

The New Jersey Association for Jazz Education (NJAJE) organized this audition, with students from throughout Northern New Jersey vying for seats.

The Junior and Senior Region Jazz Bands performed at Mount Olive Middle School on Sunday, April 2.

The NJAJE ( n jaje.org ) advances jazz education and promotes jazz music and performance across all levels of the New Jersey educational system.

Ming-Yang is not the only member of the Qin family to be recognized for musical prowess. Earlier this year, Ming-Yangʼs brother Ming-Lang Qin, a junior trombone player, and Carolyn Veit, a freshman trumpet player, were accepted into the All-North Jersey Region Symphonic Band.

In addition, senior Kareena Shah, a vocalist, was accepted

into the All-North Jersey Region Choir. Region ensembles are sponsored by the North Jersey School Music Association.

All three students earned their positions in these regional ensembles and performed at concerts held in late January and early February. Ming-Lang and Carolyn are also students of Yaremko and Kareena studies under PV Director of Choirs Argine Safari.

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Kate Cribbin for the Westwood Advisory Committee writes to invite you to the annual Westwood Town Clean Up in honor of Earth Day. The event is Saturday, April 22 from 9:30 a.m. to noon.

Cribbin says, “We’ll be meeting up in Westvale Park by the Community Garden and participants are asked to register through the link on Instagram or Facebook. You can also email westwoodeac@gmail.com. We have had great success with the previous events and look forward to another fun and impactful event! This is a great opportunity for service hours and for troops, groups and family members to come together and make a difference.”

Left to right: Craig Yaremko,PVHS Director of Bands,Ming-Lang Qin,Carolyn Veit,Kareen Shah,and Argine Safari,PVHS Director of Choirs. Below: Craig Yaremko,PVHS Director of Bands,and Ming-Yang Qin.(Amelia Jacob photo)

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cessful. These paths should be explored in more depth within the high school environment and not viewed as an inferior choice.”

Milestones is for graduates, but at Owl House, there can be instances where students go through the program depending on scheduling and how responsible they are. Aged 18–21, they work on skills often looked for in employment, such as being punctual and presentable.

Janis Bullis, from Park Ridge, helps run the Owl House, which is based in a building next to Park Ridge High School. She emphasized that their program aims to offer internships with “as wide a variety as possible.”

Owl House participants are picking up work skills — and evaluations — at The Iron Horse restaurant in Westwood, ShopRite Hillsdale, and Bethany Community Center in the Township of Washington.

The process with students at the Owl House is similar to Milestones; students pick up more responsibility with time and proficiency.

Bullis reported that students working at a gym washed, dried, and folded “hundreds of towels” and brought them to the locker rooms.

“It depends on the students and what their skills are,” she said.

Catherine, a senior at the Owl House, works at Dairy Queen. She has been in the program for all four years of high school. She says her favorite part is “learning different

things, learning how to make Blizzards, [and] Blizzard cakes.

Bullis said that during one shift, Catherine made 120 Blizzards.

Zabrina Kearns, M.Ed., Milestones transition/internship coordinator for more than three years, says nine students from Pascack Valley High School participate. Five students from Pascack Hills High School are in the program. Kearns says approximately 15 students are expected to join them in the summer, and that the program is seeking a larger base of operations.

Backing Milestones this term are approximately 17 job sites and “mentors,” including Dunkinʼin

Hillsdale and Montvale; Jersey Mikeʼs and Bubbakooʼs Burritos in Park Ridge; Cedar Tree in River Vale; and Pascack Press in Westwood.

Theyʼve also worked at Greens Do Good in Hackensack, “New Jerseyʼs first vertical farm thatʼs growing for a greater good,” which notes that through its Workforce Development Program, “we provide more than 800 hours of training each year to teens with autism, teaching them environmentally sustainable practices along with essential job skills. This helps them build their resumes and lays the foundation for future employment.”

It says, “For our adult participants, we offer paid employment opportunities, valuable work experience, and meaningful community integration. To amplify the progress weʼre making, weʼre also working to grow our employment pipeline in partnership with other ʻgreenʼbusinesses.

Milestones participants report to Kearnsʼs office in Hillsdale for half of every day. There, they learn how to budget, schedule appointments, write professional emails, and perform other workday tasks. They can take the bus or walk to work after lunch.

After their internship hours, they return to “the house” to complete final chores (cleaning the windows and bathroom, sweeping, taking out the trash and recycling, and so forth), before going home.

Stuart Jeong, a Milestones veteran, tells us “I have had a really great experience being a part of the Milestones program. I have had the opportunity to shop for and cook my lunch each day, manage my own bank account, and have had internship experiences in many settings including [the former] Reillyʼs Rib Cage [in Hillsdale], Walgreens in River Vale, and Mount Everest [ski shop] in Westwood.”

At Pascack Press, four Milestones interns so far have been in charge of curating the paperʼs weekly library calendar: Ashley and Christian, and now Nick and Mitchell. Theyʼve given feedback on stories in development, typeset information from flyers, and bagged newspapers for delivery.

Editor John Snyder says, “Itʼs really essential that this work be done quickly and accurately, and thatʼs what weʼve gotten with Milestones, under the immediate supervision of their job coach, Anne.”

He adds, “Iʼm happy that this partnership has worked out so well for us and for Milestones. This is going to look great on these kidsʼ resumes. Iʼll be happy to give them a good letter of recommendation if they should ask.”

A student at Dunkinʼmight start by separating hash browns from the manufacturing boxes, but can move on to putting together coffee boxes and working behind the counter.

For every tenth time that a student works, both they and their mentor sign a progress sheet that allows them to try new tasks.

Samantha Macaluso is interning through Milestones and taking classes at Bergen Community College toward her baking certificate from BCCʼs Continuing Education and Workforce Development hospitality and culinary program. She says her goal is to become a baker.

“The Fresh Grocer [in the Township of Washington] has taught me so much about working in a bakery and has given me hands-on experience. I love that I have been given this opportunity,” she says.

Kearns says of those in her program, making strides toward independent living, “I pinch myself every day I get to do this—getting to be such a part of that transition.”

With John Snyder

Nick Morreale interns at Greens Do Good in Hackensack,“transforming the way our local community sources healthy produce by providing the freshest ingredients in a sustainable and socially responsible way ”

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Woman’s club offers Pampered Chef

The Emmanuel Cancer Foundation is the beneficiary of a sale of Pampered Chef products, sponsored by the NJSFWC Greater Pascack Valley Womanʼs Club.

Pampered Chef has been a provider of high-quality cooking tools directly to the consumer since its inception in Chicago

more than 40 years ago. Their product line includes fine cookware and bakeware, small appliances, kitchen tools, spices and rubs.

Browse the catalogue and place orders at pamperedchef.com/party/womensclub

Customers whose purchases reach $90 will receive a gift from Pampered Chef. A portion of all sales made through the online link now to April 15 are donated to the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation.

The Emmanuel Cancer Foundation is based in New Jersey and

has offices in Midland Park. Its goal is to provide support and guidance to families with a child suffering from childhood cancer.

The Greater Pascack Valley Womanʼs Club has joined with the other clubs of the New Jersey Federation of Womenʼs Clubs to raise money and promote public awareness of the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation and its services.

For more information about the sale of Pampered Chef products call Carolyn Delafrange at (201)819-1000.

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All children should have a soccer ball, shinguards, cleats, and a drink. All applicants should attend at least one of the two sessions available for their age group. For updates on field locations, please visit our website at https://playasc.com

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Access for All art show deadline

April 19 HILLSDALE

Hillsdale Access for All committee is holding its Third Annual 2023Art Show for People with Disabilities. All ages may participate by submitting original artwork in any medium, including photography and sculpture, with the theme “Spring is in the Air.”

The work will be displayed at the Hillsdale Library, 509 Hillsdale Ave., throughout May. All

participants will receive a certificate and gift.

Email submission form deadline: Wednesday, April 19. Artwork is collected on Friday, April 21 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Hillsdale Library. Opening reception is Tuesday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m.

For more information and submission form visit tinyurl.com/hillsdaleartshow2023

WOMAN’SCLUB MEETS APRIL 10 PARK

The Greater Pascack Valley Womanʼs Club next meets on Monday, April 10 at 7 p.m. at the Park Ridge Community Center, 53 Park Ave.

The meeting will feature a presentation of the history of the New Jersey State Federation of Womenʼs Clubs since its inception in 1894. Besides founding the New Jersey College for Women (now Douglass College) in 1918, the efforts of the NJSFWC led to the formation of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission, helped to establish public libraries throughout the state, and worked to secure passage of the Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act, preserving water quality for more than one half of New Jerseyʼs population.

Also on the agenda: plans for the clubʼs annual military bBridge fundraiser. This event is slated for Thursday, April 27, and will include a fun game of cards (no experience required) and a tricky tray raffle. Tickets are $15, with all proceeds donated to local charities.

The Greater Pascack Valley Womanʼs Club has been a proud member of the New Jersey Federation of Womenʼs Clubs since 1990. The club welcomes all women who want to make a difference in their community and in their own lives.

For more information, call Carolyn Delafrange at (201) 8191000, write GPVWC1990@gmail.com, or visit the group on Facebook.

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Mobile DMV here April 18

Need help from the DMV?

Itʼs headed your way. The mobile DMV is inbound April 18 in the West Lot, 411 Hillsdale Ave. Appointments are required. If you are just dropping off license plates, you donʼt need an appointment. To make an appoint-

ment, call Borough Clerk Denise Kohan at (201) 497-1552. You will need to provide your name, email address, and telephone number.

Time slots will be confirmed when making your appointment.

Driverʼs license renewal (or name change); registration renewal

(no title work at mobile unit); exam permit (no testing at mobile unit); handicap placard; boat stickers; add veteran designation to license; non-driver ID. Initial license after passing road test; RealID: (enforced May 7, 2025. No appointments available yet.)

Westwood Gallery is pleased to present original paintings by Westwood artist Maud Guilfoyle

April 4–May 2. The show features paintings of local flowers, birds, and 18 bees in fields that are a microcosm of our planet and the challenges presented by climate change. Stop by day or night and see if you can spot the bees — both in the paintings and in the

display window. Guilfoyle paints in a greenhouse beside an 18th century family farmhouse at Old Hook Farm, the home of the thirdand fourth-generations of the Marek family Westwood Gallery, 10 Westwood Ave., is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday–Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Monday. Call (201) 666-1800 or visit westwoodartgallery.com

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Westwood Woman’s Club scholarship

The Westwood Womanʼs Club is offering a scholarship to a graduating high school student. The scholarship is open to all female graduating seniors residing in Westwood or the Township of

Westwood 200 Third Ave. 201-722-9822

• We are a 12 month school, offering 5 day and 3 day programs.

Washington, regardless of which high school they attend.

The student must plan to further her education or career training in the fall, and must complete the application and send it to the

Womanʼs Club of Westwood, 205 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, NJ 07675, attention: Scholarship Committee. Applications must be received by May 9, 2023 to be considered.

The Westwood Womanʼs Club tells Pascack Press, “As a service organization, we will be looking for the student who demonstrates community service, volunteerism, citizenship, aca-

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demic accomplishments and financial need. Applications are available in the high school guidance offices or by emailing westw oodwomansclub@gmail.com for an electronic copy.”

IHA springopen house April 27

•Hours of operation 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Breakfast and Lunch included.

•Age appropriate curriculum.

• State of the art security system.

•Fully enclosed age appropriate soft surface playground.

•Our staff are CPR and First Aid Certified.

at both locations! Call for details!

Immaculate Heart Academy is hosting its spring open house on Thursday, April 27 at 6:30 p.m.

The invitation reads, “Take a tour with knowledgeable and friendly student Eagle Ambassadors, who will guide you through the state-of-the-art building and campus. Meet teachers, administrators, directors, students, and

coaches. Learn about the admissions process, including the Archdiocesan High School Placement Test (HSPT). Ask questions about curriculum, financial aid, transportation...and much more.

IHA is at 500 Van Emburgh Ave., Township of Washington. Register at ihanj.com. Walk-ins are welcome.

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Perfect ACT, and Princeton to boot!

Congratulations and job well done to Hillsdaleʼs Daniel Pellegrin, a junior at Pascack Valley High School, who recently received a perfect score of 36 on his ACT exam. Parents Christine and Terrence Pellegrin told Pascack Press, “We are so proud of him and wanted to share the news.”

Two days later they said Daniel was accepted to his first choice of college:Princeton.

They said Daniel is a selfmotivated student who has been on the High Honor Roll every semester. The National Merit Commended Student has earned the Seal of Biliteracy in Italian. He is a member of the National Honor Society, the Italian National Honor Society, and the Science National Honor Society.

He was a member of the FIRST Robotics team at Pascack Valley, where he was the leader of the carpentry subdivision — for which he earned a varsity letter.

Moreover, he was named a candidate in the 2023 United States Presidential Scholars Program.

Among his achievements outside the classroom, he earned his second degree black belt at DP Martial Arts in Westwood and is an avid skier.

Fewer than half of 1% of students who take the ACT earn a top score. In the U.S. high school graduating class of 2021, only 4,055 out of 1.29 million students who took the ACT earned a top composite score of 36.

The ACT consists of tests in

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English, math, reading, and science, each scored on a scale of 1–36. A studentʼs composite score is the average of the four test scores. The score for ACTʼs optional writing test is reported separately and is not included within the ACT composite score.

“Earning a top score on the ACT is a remarkable achievement,” ACTCEO Janet Godwin said in Danielʼs letter of congratulations. “A studentʼs exceptional score of 36 will provide any college or university with ample evidence of their readiness for the academic rigors that lie ahead.

ACT scores are accepted by all major four-year colleges and universities across the United States.

— John Snyder

ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINENEARS

The Park Ridge Rotary Charity Foundation is pleased to announce it is again granting college scholarshipsto local high school students.

Scholarships are available to senior students who live in Park Ridge, Montvale, or Woodcliff Lake.

The service club will select recipients based upon need, scholastic ability, and contributions to the school and the community

Moreover, one scholarship is available for an eligible Park Ridge High School senior majoring in education. This scholarship is in memory of Dr. Robert Balentine, former superintendent of

AHA upper school open house May 2

D ear seventh grade girls: Your wings are here! Try them on Tuesday, May 2, at the Academy of the Holy Angels Upper Schoolʼs Spring Open House.

Spend the evening (from 5 to 7 p.m.) at our 25-acre campus at 315 Hillside Ave. in Demarest. Learn all about AHA, including how young women benefit from the Academyʼs carefully crafted STREAM education (STEM plus religion and the arts). This nationally recognized curriculum encourages Angels to make interdisciplinary connections, engage in critical thinking, and act ethically, so they are well prepared for life at college and beyond.

R egistration for Spring Open House is required. Spots fill up quickly, so be sure to visit holyangels.org/admissions/visit-aha today. This event is limited to seventh grade girls and their parents/guardians.

The Academyʼs administration, faculty, and staff will provide an overview of Holy Angelsʼmission and culture, curriculum, co-curricular and extracurricular offerings, the admissions process, financial aid, and summer programs. Best of all: Our friendly, knowledgeable Angel Ambassadors will lead campus tours and answer questions about life as an Angel.

So far, the Class of 2023 has gained early admission and millions of dollarsʼ worth of scholarships to renowned colleges and universities that include Yale. This class has also logged

thousands of hours using their unique gifts to make a difference at school, in their communities, and around the globe.

Now itʼs your turn. Be part of AHAʼs 143-year success story.

Founded by the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1879, the Academy of the Holy Angels is the oldest private girlsʼschool in Bergen County. While AHA is steeped in Catholic tradition, this prestigious school serves young women from many back-

grounds. AHAʼs current leaders continue to further the SSND mission to provide each student with the tools she needs to reach the fullness of her potential— spiritually, intellectually, socially, andphysically, by offering a first-rate education in a nurturing environment where equal importance is placed on academic excellence, character development, moral integrity, and service to others.

Park Ridge High School, who was a member of the Park Ridge Rotary Club for more than 40 years. The completed application with supporting documents should be submitted no later than April 15.

Students will be notified of results in early June. The club will notify schools of a scholarship recipient(s) in advance of presenting the awards at senior assemblies.

For applications, see the guidance departments of Park Ridge High School, Pascack Hills High School, and St. Joseph Regional High Schools, or download the application PDF via parkridgerotaryclub.org

Dear seventh grade girls: Your wings are here! Try them on Tuesday,May 2,at the Academy of the Holy Angels Upper School’s Spring Open House.

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THE SAVVY SENIOR: Part-time-job ideas for retirees

• Pet Services: If you love animals, consider pet sitting and/or dog walking. Pet sitters, who attend to a petʼs needs when their owner is away, can earn $15 to $40 per visit. Dog walkers can make $10 to $30 for a 30-minute walk.

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Dear Savvy Senior, As a 68-yearold retiree, Iʼm interested in finding a fun part-time job that can occupy some of my time and generate a little extra income. Can you write a column on low-stress part-time jobs that are popular among retirees?

Part-Time Retiree

Dear Retiree, Working part-time in retirement can be a terrific way to occupy your time and earn some extra income. The key, however, is finding the right gig thatʼs fun and satisfying for you. While there are literally hundreds of different parttime job opportunities out there for retirees, here are a few possibilities to explore.

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To find these jobs, advertise your services in veterinariansʼ offices or online at sites like Craigslist.org or Care.com. Or, if youʼd rather work for an organization that offers these services, visit Rover.com.

• Teach or Tutor: Depending on your expertise, you could substitute teach or tutor students privately on any number of subjects. Substitute teachers typically make between $75 and $125/day, while tutors can earn $15–$30 per hour.

To look for substitute teaching positions, contact your local school district to see if they are hiring and what qualifications they require. To advertise tutoring services, use websites like Wyzant.com and Tutor.com.

Or, if you have a bachelor, master or doctoral degree, inquire about adjunct teaching at a nearby college or university.

• Drive: If you like to drive, you can get paid to drive others around using Uber or Lyft apps, or become a food delivery driver through Instacart or Uber Eats.

Drivers make around $15 per hour.

• Babysit: If you like kids, babysitting can be a fun way to put money in your pocket. Hourly rates vary by location ranging $10 to $40 per hour. To find jobs or advertise your services, use sites like as Care.com and Sittercity.com.

• Tour guide: If you live near any historical sites or locations, national parks or museums (anywhere that attracts tourists), inquire about becoming a tour guide. This pays $10 to $40/hour.

• Write or edit: Many media, corporate and nonprofit websites are looking for freelancers to write, edit or design content for $20 to $60 per hour. To find these jobs try FreelanceWriting.com, FreelanceWritingGigs.com and Freelancer.com.

• Consult: If you have a lot of valuable expertise in a particular area, offer your services as a consultant through a firm or on your own through freelancer sites like Upwork.com, Fiverr.com, Freelancer.com or Guru.com.

• Translator or interpreter: If youʼre fluent in more than one language you can do part-time interpretation over the phone or translate documents or audio files for $20 to $40/hour. Try sites such as Translate.com, ProZ.com or Gengo.com to locate translation

jobs.

• Public events: Sporting events, festivals, concerts and shows need ticket takers, security guards, ushers, concession workers and more. The pay is usually $10 to $20/hour. Contact nearby venues to apply.

• Tax preparer: If you have tax preparation experience or are willing to take a tax prep course you can find seasonal work preparing tax returns at big-box tax firms like H&R Block or Jackson Hewitt for around $17/hour.

• Bookkeeper: If you have a finance or accounting background you can find freelance bookkeeping gigs at sites like Upwork.com and Fiverr.com, or through firms like BelaySolutions.com.

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• Librarian assistant: If you love books, public libraries hire part-time workers to shelve books, send out overdue notices, help patrons, etc. Contact your local library to see whatʼs available.

If you donʼt find these options appealing, try FlexJobs.com, which lists thousands of flexible work-at-home jobs from more than 5,700 employers. Membership fees start at $10.

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.

Bloodscreeningspressure

Beginning April 11, Westwoodʼs Health Department and Senior Services are collaborating to offer blood pressure screenings the second Tuesday of the month at Westwood Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave., from 10:30 to

11:15 a.m. Drop in!

A blood pressure test measures the pressure in the arteries as the heart pumps. A test may be done as a part of a routine health checkup or as a screening for high blood pressure (hypertension).

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DR. KAPLAN: See me for help with Lyme disease relief

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection usually caused by the bite of a deer tick. Here in Bergen County, we have many deer and many ticks, especially since the spring is now here. These ticks may transmit the bacteria to human beings.

Ticks love the woods and the grass so if you go outside, raise your socks up really high so it is harder for the tick to attach to your skin and check your body thoroughly when you get home.

The first sign of Lyme disease may sometimes, but not always, be a skin rash found at the site of the tick bite that has a bullseye pattern. This will usually develop three days to a month following exposure and is usually not itchy or painful. Lyme may cause flu-like symptoms or Covid-19-like symptoms such as a fever or chills, so be careful not to get them confused.

When you have fever, your body is heating up to kill the infection. The same is true for the flu or the coronavirus. If your temperature rises high enough, it will kill the virus. Most with fever go straight to the medicine cabinet to take an antifever medication.

However, it is possible that by lowering your temperature, you may become more susceptible to the virus or bacteria because there is no longer an increase in temperature to kill them off.

Lyme disease will cause extreme tiredness. Not only will they have low energy, but they may also complain of muscle and joint pain. These pains may be anywhere, but the most common places are knee,

elbow, shoulder, hip, neck, lower back and hips. Often the pain in the body is accompanied by headaches. The Lyme headaches seem to get worse over time, even after the muscle and joint pain dissipates.

Lots of people will also complain of cognitive problems after the Lyme infection. The most common brain problems are short term memory loss, word retrieval difficulties, concentration problems, and decreased alertness. This would require brain exercises that we do at the office to stimulate the weak areas of the brain that are most affected by the infection.

Other symptoms of people who suffer from Lyme disease are numbness, tingling, burning, or even sharp or stabbing pains in the arms, legs, hands, or feet. This can be confused with diabetes which can also cause peripheral neuropathy. Because so many conditions can cause peripheral neuropathy, as well as headaches, pain, and fever, Lyme disease is often missed as a diagnosis.

The reason there are so many overlaps with different conditions is because all of the symptoms are manifestations of inflammation. Have a diet full of turmeric and resveratrol, which are the planet's best natural anti-inflammatories and antioxidants. Turmeric has been used as medicine for over 1,000 years in India. It is usually found in powder form and can be added to most food dishes.

Resveratrol is found in Japanese knotweed, red grape skin, and in blueberries. Besides reducing inflammation, it has high amounts of antioxidants which help fight off free radicals and helps with anti-aging, keeping you young, healthy, and vibrant.

In addition to anti-inflammatories, it is important to eat foods that are natural immune boosters, especially ones that have beta glucan.

The best food that has this immune booster is called the maitake mushroom, which is found in the mountains of east Japan.

Other foods that would be great to eat that would help reduce symptoms of Lyme disease are the ones full of healthy fat and Omega 3s. These healthy fatty foods include coconut, olives, avocado, fish, nuts, seeds and grapeseed oil.

Also, it would be great to eat a lot of garlic since it is one of the best antibacterial foods on the planet and I highly recommend you switch your morning coffee to an organic green tea which also helps fight bacteria and viruses.

Remember that Lyme disease is a bacterial infection and the best way to beat bacterial infections is with good bacteria. The more good bacteria you have, the better chance you have of fighting off the bad bacteria. That is why it is also good to let your children play in the dirt.

Also, you can supplement with probiotics, but remember, most supplements are filled with contaminants and impurities so only put things in your body that come from quality probiotic companies such as Klaire Laboratories.

Fermentation of vegetables can also add more healthy bacteria to your gut flora, but avoid yogurt because dairy products must be 100% eliminated from your diet if you have Lyme disease.

The more toxins you have in your body, the better chance Lyme disease will take over your body. An easy way to get rid of the toxins is to exercise. When you exercise, you will end up sweating out the toxins. In addition, exercise is good for the joints, the brain, and the heart as well.

The typical laboratory test done for diagnosis of Lyme disease is called the Western Blot or the Elisa Test. Unfortunately these tests are

not completely reliable so there may be false negatives or false positives. If the doctor suspects Lyme disease, the typical medical treatment is antibiotics. If you ever take antibiotics, make sure you take probiotics during the day. For example, if you are taking antibiotics at 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., take your probiotics at 2 p.m. Antibiotics can kill off the bad bacteria, but they can also kill off the good bacteria, so it is important to supplement with probiotics.

Besides taking antibiotics, there are many other ways to help reduce symptoms of Lyme disease. One of the best ways is through hyperbaric oxygen chamber therapy (HBOT). With HBOT, the patient lies down in a chamber that is full of oxygen and then there is an increase in pressure that kind of squeezes the oxygen into the cells and helps to decrease symptoms, increase energy, and help improve the quality of life.

Although usually considered alternative healthcare, HBOT is now being used in hospitals as a post Covid-19 treatment as well as helping with Lyme disease.

In regards to Lyme disease it is also recommended to get a qEEG which measures the brain waves and discovers what areas of the brain are not functioning well in a process called brain mapping.

After the brain mapping, Lyme patients will usually receive Neurofeedback treatments that may help

reduce any symptoms associated with the Lyme bacterial infection. Many times, functional neurology therapy will help to improve cognitive problems using a process called neuroplasticity, especially when it is done with infrared cold laser therapy.

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If you want to function better, feel better and live better, we are offering a qEEG brain mapping for only $21 (normally $500), so be one of the first seven to email info@kaplanbrainandbody.com or call (201) 261-2150, and you can discover areas of inflammation and which parts of the brain are most affected.

Also, if you are interested in learning about the best natural ways to reduce inflammation and diseases such as Lyme or Covid19, sign up for my next seminar on April 26, at 6:30 p.m. in River Edge. It is normally $100 a seminar, but if you sign up before April 21 you can attend or get the recordings of the next four seminars (Reducing Inflammation, Mastering Nutrition, The Brain Based Exercise Program, and The Boost Your Brain Power Bootcamp) for a total of $49 (only $12 a seminar). Call (201) 261-2150 or email info@kaplanbrainandbody.com to reserve your spot immediately!

DR. ERIC KAPLAN, KAPLAN BRAIN & BODY

HOW TO RAISE KIDS WITH MONEY SMARTS

Parents have a responsibility to teach their children about f inances—and thatʼs true for wealthy families and less affluent families alike.

Kids are smart enough to pick up on signals that their family may have more than others. But if the conversation stops at the benefits that money can bring, youʼre missing out on important life lessons. Theyʼre not really being taught how to be financially responsible once they

leave the house and become independent. What steps can parents take to teach both sensitivity and responsibility about money?

S tep 1: Find teachable moments. It can be difficult to find time to sit down and talk specifically about wealth, but natural opportunities to teach pop up every day.

For example, you can incorp orate financial responsibility into an impromptu math lesson about money: If you find something that originally cost $100 and itʼs on sale for 30% off, you can ask kids how much the new price is—and, now that they are only

spending $70, what they might do with the $30 thatʼs left.

Step 2: Take a lifelong view toward financial literacy. Every child, and especially those who will one day inherit substantial wealth, should have a tool kit of basic financial literacy skills by 18, including concepts such as how to spend, how to save, how to give, and the value of a dollar.

This can start very early with an exercise as simple as a three piggy banks analogy. You encourage the child to divide any money he or she receives into three piggy banks: spending, saving, and community/charity. This shows

the concept of different types or purposes of money as opposed to all being for spending. Repeating this exercise can help ingrain the habit of saving regularly.

By late childhood or adolescence, parents can add concepts such as what it means to invest, what companies one might invest in, and how you assess risk with an investment.

You can encourage children in high school to think about college expenses logically by examining the costs and coming up with a credible college budget. Ask them to consider basic questions: What will you need in order to make this happen? What will the family need to supply, and what is the student expected to supply, in terms of tuition, books, room and board, transportation, and normal spending money?

And parents and grandparents can continue to encourage responsible, long-term financial responsibility by giving young adults an incentive to begin saving for retirement early. If youʼre able, and they have earned income, offer to match what they save into a Roth IRA. Itʼs also wise to coax contributions to a 401(k) at work.

Step 3: Show your kids how itʼs done. Your childʼs healthy relationship with money begins with an open and honest relationship within a family that models good money behavior. These dis-

cussions can be challenging, but the fruit is well worth the labor.

Stress education and expect them to do well in school. The parents who do really well in teaching financial literacy typically lead by example—they tend to be savers, and theyʼre more careful with spending money. Remember to be that example..

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Clean-up Day April 22; bring home a tree, free!

The Montvale Environmental Commission hosts the Annual Montvale Clean-Up Day and celebrating Montvaleʼs Arbor Day and Nationwide Earth Day on the morning of Saturday, April 22.

Once again, this year the Environmental Commission is giving shirts to the early arrivers. As a special treat for our environment, they are giving away seedlings as well.

Writes Bob Hanrahan, chair of the Montvale Environmental Commission, “Thatʼs right, early arriver residents who sign in will receive at least one small deer resistant tree in recognition of Montvaleʼs Arbor Day.”

Arbor Day is when the Borough of Montvale encourages all residents to plant at least one tree in town. If a resi-

dent does not have an appropriate property to plant a tree, they can designate the tree to be planted on borough property, where the Environmental Comm ission is organzing the planting of additional trees.

Hanrahan says trees reduce erosion, which prevents water problems; reduce heating and cooling costs; clean our air; produce oxygen; and are used to produce countless wood products.

Organizers encourage “anyone and everyone in the community to join at 9 a.m. All paticipants will receive gloves and garbage bags and be directed to a location in town to help cleanup.” The event runs until noon, when all of the garbage is returned to the DPW building across the street from the Red

EVENING FUN: MILITARY BRIDGE APRIL 27

The NJSFWC Greater Pascack Valley Womanʼs Club is pleased to invite you to an evening of military bridge on Thursday, April 27 at the Montvale Senior Center on Memorial Drive. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. Play starts soon thereafter. Military bridge is a fun variation of contract bridge that originated with servicemen in World War II. It has evolved to include teams of players competing against each other to win flags and prizes.

No formal knowledge of bridge is needed; having any might even prove a liability. There will be people available to teach participants how to play the game.

The event includes tricky tray raffles, a 50/50 raffle and a variety of refreshments to enjoy with your friends and neighbors while helping to raise money for local charities.

Tickets for military bridge are $15 per person. All funds raised will be disbursed by the club to local charities and scholarships as well as the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation, the two-year special project of the New Jersey WomensʼClubs.

Seating is limited.To secure your place, your check should be mailed to the Greater Pascack Valley Womanʼs Club, PO Box 3, Park Ridge, NJ 07656.

Seats can be reserved, and questions answered, by calling Elaine Mooney at (201) 3914947 or Elaine OʼBrien at (201) 573-9132.

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Sponsor a military tribute banner

The Hillsdale Police Department in conjunction with American Legion Post 162, is proud to announce its Inaugural Hometown Heroes Program.

Police Capt. Sean Smith tells Pascack Press the project pays tribute to those who fought under our nationʼs flag. Patriotic banners on lamp posts will line the downtown business district.

H illsdale residents and businesses are invited to sponsor a banner honoring their military hero. Banners will feature a photo of the veteran or activeduty member, his or her name, date of service and branch of service. The sponsor family or name will be printed on the banner.

S mith says, The 20-inch by 40-inch patriotic banners are completely funded by the Hillsdale Police Department in conjunction with the cooperation of American Legion Post 162.”

He says, “Applications are accepted on a first-come, firstserve basis. Space is limited. To ensure a spot, we encourage you to submit your heroʼs sponsorship order today. The submission deadline is May 1.”

The individual honored and recognized must reside or have resided in Hillsdale or be a family member of a Hillsdale resident or business owner. The nominee must serve or have

Banners will feature a photo of the veteran or active-duty member,his or her name,their date of service,and their branch of service.The sponsor family or name will be printed on the banner. militarytributebanners.org.

honorably served in any of the six branches of military service i ncluding the Reserves and National Guard.

The banners will be displayed through this Veterans Day in Veterans Park and downtown.

Chief Robert Francaviglia added, “We are very excited to launch the Hometown Heroes Program, where we honor members of the Borough of Hillsdale who faithfully served in the United States Armed Forces. This recognition is a great reminder of the sacrifices they made and continue to make in the pursuit of our freedom.”

For program guidelines and an application, visit militarytributebanners.org/new-jersey/hillsdale-nj.html.

For more information, connect with Hillsdale Police Capt. Sean Smith at ssmith@hillsdalepolice.com or (201) 358-5038.

Elks Wind Creek Casino Trip May 20 WESTWOOD

Westwood ElksʼWind Creek Casino Trip, Saturday, May 20, for $75 includes $25 free play slot voucher; bus ride to and from Wind Creek Casino, Bethlehem, Penn.; boxed lunch and snacks by Flynnʼs Deli; and water and soda. BYOB.

The bus leaves WW Elks at 11:30 a.m. and arrives approximately 1 p.m.; and leaves the casino approximately 7 p.m.

To reserve your spot, call Kevin Bonkowski at (201) 5220685

Available: Jury’s out on whether town wants this

FROM PAGE 5 different suggestions from different people about how to use the property.

Morgan said that the space near the front did not allow more than “a house or two” to be constructed, which is why she did not fear overdevelopment there. She said she walked the property and “didnʼt see that it was so usable.”

She said she was not clear on future uses for the site, some residents wanting trees there, others more parking, others open space.

In summer 2021, the council placed a $430,000 bid on the property, under threat of condemnation, and began negotiation in closed sessions. Very little information on negotiations has been revealed, and the propertyʼs owners continue marketing the siteʼs development potential on commercial real estate sites for $2.1 million.

An “Available” sign marks the propertyʼs front yard since Fall 2021. In February, the owners of 450 Pascack were cited for a property “nuisance” violation, due to a collapsing front porch, gutters and barn.

“I can assure you. I donʼt feel comfortable just spending money and buying something without a plan because itʼs not my

money…but a lot weighs on the fact that weʼre supposed to be responsible stewards with your money,” Morgan said.

She said one possibility of what to do might be extending the recreational fields which could

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cost “millions of dollars, because itʼs not even level with the field.”

She said she would need to have a “larger conversation” about any future plan for the site. Morgan said sheʼs “never said no” and

wants to consider all the options, “before I go and spend someone elseʼs money,” she added.

Morgan and Mayor Peter Calamari have publicly disagreed over purchasing 450 Pascack

Road, with Calamari strongly in favor, and Morgan seeking more information on factors related to the propertyʼs acquisition, costs, and future uses.

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Township Council President Desserie Morgan

said she needs “more information,”including a proposed use,over the 3.2 acres

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can determine whether purchasing it makes sense.She said she never feared that an apartment building or high-density housing would

be put there.Mayor Peter Calamari has called for the property acquisition. File

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zhaltar, and chainmaille jewelry.

One of the main attractions was Hillsdale Free Public Library director Dave Franzʼs tri-pendulum harmonograph: a type of drawing machine. Franz explained that the results depend on the three pendulums that control the motion of the deviceʼs paper and pen. “Iʼm not eligible to ʻwinʼother than the satisfaction of watching others play with my toy— which was built on someone elseʼs design.”

The Hudson Valley Wood Turners taught how to turn a rectangular piece of wood into a pen using lathes.

A 1930 Smith-Corona typewriter was available for visitors to type notes on.

Sadie Shynn, a fourth grader at Meadowbrook Elementary School, won in “Best Reuse of Materials” as she showed off her sewing creations including stuffed animals and knitted creations made from scraps. Shynn started this at a young age, and has

been using fabric courtesy of her mother

Other winners: Alejandra Locke in the category “Best Thing That Could Be Worn”; John Korchok in “Best Thing That Makes Sound”; Aedan Geraghty in “Best Thing Made With Library Tools”; and Alessandra Barboni in “Surprise Us!”

“Best in Show” went to Corinne Schroeder, who demonstrated her clothing designs and photography.

The event was sponsored by The Friends of the Hillsdale Free Public Library. For more on the Friends organization, visit https://hfpl.org/friends. For more on New Jersey Makers Day, visit https://njmakersday.org

— Kevin McKenna is a member of The Friends of the Hillsdale Free Public Library.

A main attraction at NJMakers Day was Hillsdale Free Public Library director Dave Franz’s tri-pendulum harmonograph drawing machine. Peter Wimmer art.

Alejandra Locke presents at NJMakers Day at Hillsdale Library on March 25.

PV grad’s Boston Marathon push honors responders

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FORTHEPREVIOUS two years, former Hillsdale resident Cassidy Freeman handed out face masks to spectators, and volunteered at the finish line of the Boston Marathon. For this yearʼs outing, the 127th Boston Marathon, on April 17, she intends to wear a running bib and take her place among fellow athletes on the starting line.

Sheʼll join 30,000 runners from more than 100 countries in the race this year, according to Boston Athletic Association estimates. The 26.2-mile course starts in Hopkinton and follows three routes before ending in Copley Square near the Boston Public Library. The event is the worldʼs oldest continually run annual marathon.

Itʼs her honor to support her team at Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation at Brigham and Womenʼs Hospital. Freeman — finishing a graduate program under the same

university, and who plans to apply for medical school soon — started a fundraiser for the race and has been training to run like never before.

Freeman, a 2017 Pascack Valley High School graduate, says on her fundraising page (you can help

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her get to her goal of $10,000) that “I have been an athlete my entire life, in the water as a swimmer, so I was a little hesitant to tackle the land activity of running, but Boston has captured my heart and the marathon is part of that.”

After PV she went to Boston University, then BUʼs School of Medicine. Sheʼs now a research intern at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

At PV she was in National Honors Society, Science National Honors Society, and varsity swim.

Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation was established by Renyʼs family in the wake of the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. Freeman explains, “Reny, then a high school senior, was one of the 39 critically injured patients rushed to Brigham and Womenʼs Hospital, where doctors and nurses saved her life and both of her legs. In

Emerson Police Capt. Mark F. Savino tells Pascack Press the department worked a productive March, “and April appears to be starting out busy. Our officers handled close to 700 calls for service, and stopped a multitude of vehicles to educate about traffic safety. Some got warnings, others received summonses.”

He said on April 6, “Our SROs continue to be active in the schools, setting up programs for students and staff. Officers are also planning for our annual Community Policing Golf Outing, May 15 at Hackensack Country Club ”

Savino said that with the increase in auto and catalytic converter thefts, residents should report suspicious activity at (201) 262-2800. He asked for reports of street lights out, and urged limits on street parking overnight.

OBITUARIES

Margaret M. WOZNY

Margaret Mary Wozny (née Powers), surrounded by her loving family, was called home from Emersonʼs Emerson Health and Rehabilitation Home on April 2, 2023. She was born in New York City on Oct. 6, 1939, to Walter and Mary Powers of Washington Heights, New York City.

Margaret was predeceased by her husband, Taras Wozny (Teddy), on April 3, 2012. She is survived by her daughter, Casey Tammie Longo (née Wozny), her partner Joe Caputo; her son, Eugene Taras Wozny Jr. and wife Janine Ricciardelli Wozny. She is also survived by her grandchildren Raesha Longo and Layla Longo of Springfield Vermont, Trey Longo of Columbus, Ohio, Chloe Wozny of Washington Township, as well as her great-grandson Jaxson Curcio.

Margaret was the fourth of eight siblings, with five brothers: Walter Powers, John Powers, Jimmy Powers, Patrick Powers, and Billy Powers. She was prede-

ceased by her brothers, and her sister Eileen Powers, and is survived by her sister, Nora Powers Hoyt Fried.

Margaret grew up in Washington Heights, where she met her husband and moved to 27th Street until they moved to Harrington Park. After raising their family, she retired from her career as a controller/bookkeeper and moved to Barnegat and ultimately returned to Washington Heights .

Margaret enjoyed walking her dogs in the neighborhood and chatting with the ladies on the 187th bench and being close to her family. Margaret was an avid reader and loved her PBS shows.

Throughout her life, Margaret was dedicated to her family, friends, and community. Margaret will be missed by the Morris families in Ireland, multiple Powers families, the Fernandez family, the Hoyt family, the Carter family, and many friends, and countless lives touched by her kindness.

A service will be held in memory of Margaret at the Church of the Assumption in Emerson on Monday, April 17 at 10:30 a.m.

May Margaret rest in peace, and may her memory be a blessing and comfort to her family and loved ones.

gratitude to the Brigham, the Reny family established The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation to help other trauma patients like Gillian regain their strength and ability to step strong once again.”

She says, “When I run the marathon … with the Stepping Strong Team, it will not just be for myself, but also to honor the victims, first responders, and everyone affected by the tragedy of 2013. With this being the 10th anniversary, it gives me even more of a desire to fundraise for this group.”

Freeman has been living in Boston for six years and first volunteered to support the marathonʼs runners in 2020.

On her fundraising page, she says, “There is an unexplainable energy that develops in Boston around marathon time. All the runners made me want to run.”

On Freemanʼs team is Renyʼs father, giving this run extra meaning for all. Typically, the team will complete hill practice on Wednesday at

“Streetlights help illuminate your block, and having less cars on the street limits the ability for thieves to blend into a neighborhood.”

March 4: At 10:21 hours, Officer J. Chichizola made a motor vehicle stop on Lakeview Drive. The driver had an outstanding criminal warrant for aggravated assault and theft out of Maywood. Defendant, 38, male, of Lodi, was arrested; custody turned over to the Bergen County Sheriffʼs Department pending his court appearance.

• March 6: “At 12:36 hours, Officer S. Gildea responded to resident complaint of suspicious motor vehicle. Indicators of intoxication observed. Defendant, 47, male, of New York, N.Y., performed field sobriety tests and was arrested for DWI.

• March 20: At 17:58 hours, Officer J. Schwarz made a motor vehicle stop for mov-

Boston Common and longer runs on Saturdays. Approximately 30% to 40% of the team attend practices; some people are from Europe/abroad and have met through Zoom; others prefer to train alone.

“Iʼm more elected to go with the social route,” Freeman says.

Of her ambitious fundraising target — sheʼs about halfway to the finish line — she says, “Iʼve never really done fundraising to this extent, but Iʼm grateful for my team and everyone that has helped me.”

As the marathon approaches, Freeman says she admires the team she is training with and how they are all running for the same cause. “Some have run 20 or 30 marathons; others, itʼs their first, just like me. They all have unique and individual stories of why they want to run,” she says.

For more information and to support Freemanʼs Boston Marathon run, visit https://shar.es/af8kaK

ing and equipment violations. Indicators of intoxication were observed. Defendant, 60, female, of Paramus, performed field sobriety tests and was arrested for DWI.

• March 20: At 22:21 hours, Officer J. Chichizola made a motor vehicle stop for moving violations. Indicators of intoxication were observed. Defendant, 49, male, of Washington Township, performed standardized field sobriety tests; defendant arrested for DWI.

• March 21: At 02:02 hours, while on patrol, Officer Officer S. Gildea responded to a single car motor vehicle collision on Kinderkamack Road. Investigation revealed indicators of intoxication. Defendant, 49, male, of Cliffwood Beach, was transported to Hackensack Meridian north campus. Defendant was charged with DWI.

2017 PVHS grad Cassidy Freeman is training for her first marathon run, April 17. Courtesy photo.

Defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proved guilty in court.

TGA, REC SPRING BREAK SPORTS CAMP

PARK RIDGE

Staying home for spring break? The Park Ridge Recreation and Cultural Committee offers TGA Sports Camp for spring break week (April 10–14) at Davies Memorial Field. Camp is for kids ages 5–12 who want to stay active and play a variety of sports/games during their week off. There are half-day (9

a.m. to noon) and full-day (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) options. TGA coaches have a fun week of sports planned: golf, tennis, flag football, lacrosse, soccer, ultimate frisbee, and more. Register at Bergencounty.playtga.com. For more info, write krooney@playtga.com or lfalkenstern@parkridgeboro.com, or call the rec at (201) 573-1800 ext. 521.

MEDIA SALES ASSOCIATE

Join our ever growing sales team as as Sales Associate for the Pascack Press, Northern Valley Press North and South and near future publications. Applicants should be self-starters with drive to succeed. In this position, you will sell advertising space to new and existing accounts into our weekly newspapers and various other publications as well as digital media. Responsibilities will also include cold calling, outside sales and excellent customer service. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 201-664-2105 OR SEND RESUME TO: jobs@thepressgroup.net

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CROSSING GUARD P/T BORO OF EMERSON. The Borough of Emerson, Bergen County, NJ has an opening for a P/T Crossing Guard. Experience preferred but will train. Background check required. Approximately 10 hours per week. Apply at Borough Hall, Police Department, 146 Linwood Avenue, Emerson. EOE.

procedures & organizational skills are critical qualities. Ability to operate small to mid-size trucks required, as is a drivers license. Additional responsibilities include facility maintenance, picking up materials & possibly additional responsibilities such as equipment maintenance as the position grows. Hours & requirements of this position will fluctuate throughout the year. The busiest times will be during our holiday decorating season of Oct. thru Jan., when hours will be up to 40/week working Mon. thru Fri. From Feb. thru Sept., hours will vary from 8 to 24 hours per week. Call 844-642-9627 for more details.

Kitchen Cabinet installers helper. Must have basic knowledge of tools. Valid drivers license. Ken Bauer Kitchens, Hillsdale NJ (201)664-6881.

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Live-in housekeeper, private room with full bath, light housekeeping. Call (201) 960-7707.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT– HILLSDALE BOROUGH (BERGEN COUNTY)

The Borough of Hillsdale is seeking a part-time administrative professional with experience in providing administrative support in the Municipal Clerk’s Office. This position is part-time and not to exceed 20 hours per week. The candidate must be able to work independently, take initiative, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. Must be able to work well with residents, co-workers and elected officials. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is required. Salary is dependent upon qualifications, however this is an entry level position. EOE. The Borough reserves the right to interview qualified candidates prior to the deadline. Email resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Denise Kohan, Borough Clerk, at dkohan@hillsdalenj.org

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