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Advocates for a bill to eliminate religious exemptions to vaccines—cited by an estimated 14,000 students statewide— vowed to reintroduce the measure soon after coming up one vote short in the last legislative session Jan. 13 after hundreds of vocal anti-vaccine parents and supporters rallied against its passage. The increase in unvaccinated children has jumped more than 600% from a decade ago, warned health officials, with measles cases also increasing nationally and a regional outbreak in nearby Rockland County, New York, in early 2019. Opponents said the bill violated their constitutional rights by requiring them to vaccinate their children against their will. Many opponents charge that vaccinations may cause more harm than good, though medical professionals vouch for the value of vaccines to prevent a variety of childhood infectious diseases, which may turn deadly if left untreated. Despite several last-minute attempts to reach a compromise by allowing parents to send unvac-

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MICHAEL AND GINA FRANCO, parents of the late Dominique Franco of Park Ridge, stand at the wall plaque placed to honor Dominique’s contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis. The family has launched a foundation, Dominique Franco’s St. Jude’s Journey, to continue her devoted fundraising work against cancer.

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PARK RIDGE—Her legacy of giving—of time, money and love to help kids with cancer— lives on. In February 2019, resident Dominique Franco, 21, passed away while at the University of Rhode Island, leaving hundreds of family, friends and acquaintances in pain and mourning the untimely end of a young womanʼs life.

Her funeral Mass, at Our Lady Mother of the Church in Woodcliff Lake, drew nearly 1,000 mourners, including her sorority sisters from the University of Rhode Island. Prior to her passing, Franco, a junior at URI studying nursing, had been selflessly dedicated to holding fundraisers— she organized her first one at age 7—that contributed thousands of dollars to cancer research at Hackensack Meridian Healthʼs Tomorrows Chil-

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drenʼs Fund and St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital in Memphis. Part of her motivation was loss she and her family suffered over the years: at 1 she lost her grandfathers to cancer. The disease took her great-grandmother when she was 4. Her uncle succumbed to it when she was 12. Moreover, a cousin was stabbed to death in 2014, the same year another of her grand-

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Mayor Peter Calamari said “a breakdown in communication” led to a luxury home subdivision scoring preliminary major approval “by default” at the Planning Board reorganization meeting on Jan. 8. There was no notice given to abutters in the two towns affected, no advertisement in the newspaper, and no public hearing toward approval. Coming into sharp focus now are eight new Zone AAA singlefamily homes on approximately 9.3 acres at Wearimus Road and Gorga Place, near the Ho-Ho-Kus border. The applicant is 34 Maple LLC, managed by Joseph G. Berardo of Alpine, Julie Anne Papatheodorou of River Vale, Joseph A. Berardo of North Bergen, and Jennifer M. Berardo of the Township of Washington. 34 Maple LLC is subdividing Block 1201 Lot 1 and Block 1101.01 Lot 5.01 into eight conforming lots, two of which would have access to Wearimus Road. In order to provide access to the bulk of the lots, the owner is extending Gorga Place. Because the Planning Board engineer—Paul Azzolina of Azzolina & Feury Engineering— did not report out the application, and the matter lay more than 45 days without generating a review letter, municipal land use law

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Pascack Valley High School’s Tri-M Music Honor Society hosts its annual Winter Coffeehouse on Thursday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria. SEE PAGE 19

A reservoir in fair Woodcliff? In 1903, the town’s 400 residents were a people divided. Fortunately, Woodcliff Lake prevailed. SEE PAGE 4

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Veterans thank Principal Chris Kirby

Many students carried small American flags supplied by Post 153 that were then left in front of the building. The principal, Christopher Kirby, was recognized for his participation helping to promote

patriotism with a citation. Left to right [below] are Tammy Levinson, member of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 153; Dick Bozzone, a past commander of Post 153 and recently chair of the 100th anniversary

committee; West Ridge Elementary School Principal Christopher Kirby; and Post 153 Vice Commander Tom Madru. Tammy Levinson Park Ridge

To the editor: THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY of Veterans Day observance, held on Nov. 11, 2019 by the Cpl. Jedh C. Barker Park Ridge American Legion Memorial Post 153, was the largest ever for this Park Ridge post because of the attendance of the entire student body of West Ridge Elementary School along with faculty members (about 325 people) plus post members and many from the general public.

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Mayors breakfast Jan. 29 at Iron Horse regional entity covering Emerson, Hillsdale, Montvale, Old Tappan, Oradell, Park Ridge, River Vale, Washington Township, Westwood, and Woodcliff Lake. During the presentation, each mayor or their representative will answer questions submitted by chamber members. Likely topics include new development and conflicts with wildlife. Tickets are $25 for chamber members, and $30 for others, at pascackchamber.org/events/brea kfast-with-the-mayors-2020. The event is expected to be

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Mayors promote ‘Hip’ app-based bus service

Hip, an app-based bus service, has announced its launch in Woodcliff Lake and Montvale to improve the New York–New Jersey commute of residents. According to a press release from Montvale Mayor Michael Ghassali on Jan. 15, the two towns join Demarest, Cresskill, Tenafly, Englewood, and Teaneck in using the service. “Mayor Carlos Rendo and myself are happy to introduce a revolutionary service like this to our residents. We are confident Hip will be the solution they have been searching for and hope to reduce the stress involved in daily commuting,” Ghassali said. Hip says online, “Do you hate your commute and wish there was a more reliable, convenient and comfortable way to get to work and back every day? Hipʼs smooth mobile app and top-of-the-line buses help commuters start and end their days the right way—with a commute they love.” It adds, “If youʼre looking for a commuting solution that you can rely on, one that utilizes optimized routing algorithms or one thatʼs more comfortable, Hip will make you love your commute.” Commuters, it says, can book their ride from the Hip app, track their bus in real time, enjoy reserved seating, “and save time with Hipʼs algorithmically optimized routes.” The service promises its premium buses ensure constant comfort for Hip riders. First rides will commence on Wednesday, Jan. 22 with the following stops, the mayors said:

• 7:40 a.m. near the Woodcliff Lake Apostolic Christian Church. • 8 a.m. at the Montvale Park & Ride. • 9th Avenue and W. 39th Street in New York City. The service is rolling out with a free introductory ride promotion for new riders. The appʼs home page says pricing for the route is $6.50 for an individual ticket, $5.95 with a 10-pass ticket, and $158 for a 30day pass. The app is available on the App Store and Google Play. For more information visit ridehip.com.

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

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The Pascack Historical Society invites members of the public to stop by its museum any Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon or Sunday from 1–4 p.m. Admission is free, and guests are encouraged to bring their children or grandchildren. The Societyʼs John C. Storms Museum is located at 19 Ridge Ave., Park Ridge (one block north of Park Avenue West). The museum is home to thousands of objects, artifacts, and ephemera that chronicle life in the Pascack Valley from the Lenape Indian days until the present. Visitors will discover a special section devoted to colonial artifacts, relics from the production of wampum in the Pascack Valley, rooms recreated to illustrate early-19th century and Victorian life, a collection of Lenape stone tools, and much more. SAVE THE DATE: PHSʼ 2020 lecture series opens with “The History of the Pascack Valley Line” on Sunday, March 22 at 2 p.m. Members of the BergenRockland Chapter of the National Railway Historic Society will speak about the history and influence the New Jersey and New York Railroad had on the towns within the Pascack Valley over the past 160 years. For additional information on what the museum has to offer, visit www.pascackhistoricalsociety.org. You can also follow the museum on Facebook.

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ITʼS WOODCLIFF LAKE today, but back when this photo was snapped more than 110 years ago, it was just Woodcliff. The image comes from a postcard, and the version we found was mailed back in 1907 (that round blotch on the tracks is a postmark). At the time, the reservoir was brand new. In 2020, few would disagree that the views afforded by the reservoir are some of the most lovely in the Pascack Valley. However, this wasnʼt always the case. In the early 20th century, that point was up for debate. In 1903, the 400 residents of Woodcliff were a people divided. A proposal by the Hackensack Water Company to build a large reservoir by damming the Pascack Brook alarmed many farmers, who disliked the growth and change they saw in neighboring

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towns. In the end, it came down to politics. Republican Mayor Reed, opposed to the reservoir, was being succeeded by Democrat John Ackerman, who was in favor of its construction. Ackerman helped the Hackensack Water Company to secure the land it needed. In response, the opposition formed the Citizens Association headed up by Reed. Many believed that Woodcliff was not receiving fair compensation from the water company, which would make millions of dollars selling the water. Just as the population was divided, so, too, was the governing body. A vote on whether to proceed with the reservoirʼs construction resulted in a 3–3 deadlock among council members. It was up to Mayor Ackerman to cast the tie-breaking vote. Of course, he voted in favor of a reservoir.

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One newspaper, the Hackensack Republican, wasnʼt shy about voicing its stance in its Feb. 2, 1904 edition: “When the reservoir is built and the stagnant water converts Woodcliff into a summer resort with malaria as its leading allurement, every citizen will make a bequest to place a wreath of roses upon the grave of Mayor Ackerman.” The reservoir was completed by the spring of 1904 through the labors of 200 men, mostly Italian immigrants, using hand shovels and horse-drawn wagons. With this new body of water having transformed the landscape of the town, the name of the borough was changed from Woodcliff to Woodcliff Lake. The Hackensack Water Company later became United Water, which in turn became Suez. That company continues to own and operate the reservoir. — Kristin Beuscher

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The Canteen, a borough mainstay, closing after eight years BY JOHN SNYDER OF PASCACK PRESS

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Hundreds of notes of surprise and support are flowing to the owner of The Canteen on social media, beginning moments after the boutique announced it was shuttering after eight years in business. Owner Rayna Pine posted a farewell on the shopʼs Facebook page on Jan. 14, employing a smiling, haloed “feeling blessed” emoji to announce that “After eight fun-filled years it is time to say goodbye.” Pine thanked customers for their business, their stories, their smiles, “and for letting us be a part

of your families. We are so incredibly grateful and honored to have built so many amazing relationships.” Pine told a Pascack Press reporter, “Iʼm starting a new phase of life, a new chapter; my kids are in Spain—I had an epiphany there—and itʼs time for me to fly.” She added, “I just… I love the town, and I wish the town the best. I want to go out on a high note.” The colorful and vibrant store, at Five Corners, 277 Westwood Ave., specializes in custom items, from personalized baby gifts to items perfect for sleepaway camp and college. Adjacent to The Canteen, under its bright blue awning, a Stack Creamery is inbound. And just a few stores away, the former

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grants preliminary major approval automatically. The townshipʼs 16 abutters, living within 200 feet of the project, live on Gorga Place, Wearimus Road, Van Emburgh Avenue, and Washington Avenue. Ho-Ho-Kusʼs four abutters live on Wearimus Road. Asked Jan. 9 whether those abutters were notified of the application, a worker in the planning office said, “They were notified that it was approved.” We reached out to residents on the abutter list. One, James Welch, a township attorney living on Washington Avenue, echoed others we spoke with in saying our call was the first theyʼd heard about it. “Iʼm very worried about it, but I donʼt know anything about it,” he said. FROM PAGE 1

Questions for Azzolina Calamari, who sits on the Planning Board but was absent from the Jan. 8 meeting, told Pascack Press on Jan. 15 that he retains confidence in his board engineer. Azzolina was retained by majority vote at the Planning Boardʼs reorganization meeting Jan. 8, as was Planning Board Secretary Barbara Coleman. Planning Board Chairman Brian Murphy retained his leadership post by wide acclaim. He has yet to acknowledge a request for comment on the default approval. Azzolina, likewise, did not return calls seeking comment. Asked for an explanation, Calamari told Pascack Press, “Engineer Azzolina had performed his full review of the project, and when he learned of the time lapse he immediately brought it to the attention of the Planning Board.” The approval by roll call followed a closed executive session of the Planning Board, which was held under the heading of “possible litigation.” Calamari said he is confident in Azzolina and his firm. “We have also put a check and balance into effect so this canʼt happen again,” he said.

Calamari added, “It should be noted that the proposed subdivision design is fully conforming; there are no variances required.” He said aspects of the proposed design such as stormwater management and wastewater issues were “reviewed at the time of submittal and were determined to be substantially complete, with only minor revisions/supplements being required at this time.” The mayor said the items were discussed with the applicantʼs professionals. Planning Board Vice Chair Tom Sears told Pascack Press on Jan. 17, “When you have such a large construction, with eight homes, itʼs really hard to say ʻMy bad.ʼ It really is.” He said the board will now have a monthly report from the planning department “so that this… error will not happen again, Iʼll put it that way.”

DeSena speaks out Newly seated Planning Board member Michael DeSena, who is mayor Calamariʼs council representative, told Pascack Press, “I was disheartened at my first Planning Board meeting by this situation.” DeSena, a civil engineer, explained that per state code, “After 45 days if we donʼt issue any review letter it automatically gets approved. So in June 2018 this was submitted and nothing was ever done with it, so therefore they got an automatic approval.” DeSena said the application was submitted to the Planning Board secretary, adding, “The Planning Board never saw it. The Planning Board has never seen the application. They saw it for the first time when they saw it was approved.” There were no members of the public at the meeting, and there were no representatives of the developer. “They didnʼt have to [appear],” DeSena said. Land owner touted his work with town engineer Reached on Jan. 16, Joseph G.

Berardo, majority owner of 34 Maple LLC, told Pascack Press, “There was a lot of back and forth [with] engineers, this has been [in the] planning for years; itʼs not off the top of somebodyʼs head and you get something approved.” He added, “We followed 100% the laws and the procedures of the town. I know—Iʼve been in business for 50 years—we maintain our commitment to what weʼre doing.” He also said, “I think this is an exceptional good thing for the town. I think itʼs going to be very nice. A beautiful addition, a good addition to the town.” He said he believes his daughter is going to live there. “We do this for a living. Weʼve been doing this for years,” he said. He referred follow-up questions to his attorney, who then did not call back by press time. We are not alleging any wrongdoing on the applicantʼs part.

Public will see house plans Next steps for the project, according to Calamari: • The applicant must appear before the Planning Board to obtain final major subdivision approval. DeSena said, “Thatʼs just a formality. This one [preliminary major approval] gets him through the hurdle. If you donʼt get preliminary you donʼt get final. The final is easier to get than the preliminary.” • The applicant must obtain a major soil moving permit. Tree removal and any other issues that may come to light may be discussed at that time. • A public hearing shall be conducted on the application as well as at any date on which each of the eight lots created by subdivision shall be developed with single family homes. To that, DeSena said, “What theyʼre forgetting is that weʼre creating eight new single-family lots and the public and the neighbors never got any chance to voice their opinion about it.”

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ed the township with a stack of unpaid invoices dating to 2005 that in 2018, when they came to light, stood at $131,680.75. He had been presenting bills monthly for years, and these evidently were largely not honored. Councilmen as recently as Dec. 30, 2019 said the reconciliation was still not available for them to review. For more, see “Township Funds $10K to Probe Finances,” April 12, 2019.

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Beekeeping is Sundial Garden topic on Feb. 3

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

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

Bees donʼt hibernate, so they need to be attended even in winter. Skoglund also will answer questions on these essential pollinators. The club welcomes all gardeners and would-be gardeners from the Pascack Valley. For more information call Joyce Scherrer at (201) 664-0396 or Sheela Amrute at (201) 967-7497 and visit sundialgc.org.

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Americanism essay contest deadline is Jan. 24

Jedh C. Barker American Legion Auxiliary Unit 153 writes to invite participation in its annual Americanism essay contest, which is open to students in grades 3–12 residing in the tri-boro area and/or attending school in Montvale, Park Ridge, or Woodcliff Lake. The contest encourages participants to learn about the fundamental rights and freedoms we enjoy as Americans. Each yearʼs contest has

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a different theme. This yearʼs theme: How to address the health and well-being of our military veterans and their families. Essays are due Jan. 24 and must have an attached cover sheet signed by the classroom teacher. Judging is in six divisions, from Div. I for grades 3–4 through Div. V for grades 11–12, and Div. VI for students with special needs. Awards will be presented to

first place and honorable mention winners. One essay for each division will advance to the county contest. Every participant will receive a certificate when the contest co-chairs visit the schools. This is a fun and important contest, so go for it. Unit 153 has placed several winners at the county and state level. All students are encouraged to participate. To get started, ask your teacher.

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

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

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

meal and a good time with friends. The Thomas J. Riley Senior Center, at 100 Madison Ave., Westwood, is a non-profit agency providing services either free of charge or at the least possible cost to hundreds of Bergen County seniors annually.

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Kelly Henning rises to principal at Modera

Kelly Henning, CFP, MSFS at Modera Wealth Management, LLC has become one of the firmʼs principals as of January. In addition, she chairs Moderaʼs Financial Planning Committee, which sets best practices across the firm. Kelly grew up in Maplewood and Hillsdale, attending Our Lady of Sorrows School in South Orange and Paramus Catholic High School in Paramus. She interned at Modera while at Lafayette College, and after graduation, she joined the firm full-time. In the past decade, Kelly has held a variety of positions at the firm. She was promoted to wealth manager in January 2019. Said Tom Orecchio, CEO and Principal of Modera, “Throughout her tenure, Kelly has made many valuable contributions, which have been critical to the continued success of Modera. Her leadership and commitment to excellence is crucial to best serving our clients and sup-

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Middle schoolers look to serve (again!) for MLK Day

Woodcliff Middle School students will participate in the schoolʼs second Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, set for Jan. 20. All students in grades 6–8 will participate in hands-on activities benefitting such organizations as Meals on Wheels of North Jersey, Operation Midnight Run, Binky Patrol, Ryanʼs Case for Smiles, the Borough of Woodcliff Lake, Valley Health System, RWJBarnabas Health, and the Woodcliff Lake Schoolsʼ campus. Representatives from some of the non-profit organizations will be present to share insight with our stu-

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dents on giving back and service to others. Kids in grades 6–7 will have an opportunity to participate in three hands-on activities to give back to a variety of local organizations. Some activities are repeated from last year: Binky Patrol, Ryanʼs Case for Smiles and Meals on Wheels of North Jerseyʼs Blizzard Boxes. New activities include making birdhouses for bluebirds, chickadees, and wrens; bumble bands to aid the bumblebee population; and capes for sick children. Some students will work with

second-graders on an ecological project, offering students a valuable mentoring experience. Eighth-graders will have the opportunity to pack a backpack for the homeless helping the Midnight Run organization, then leave campus to visit retirement homes and local food pantries. A school representative said “Teachers and students at Woodcliff Middle School are very excited and looking forward to working on these worthwhile activities which will change hundreds of peopleʼs lives in ways large and small.”

Kindergarten registration open in Hillsdale

The Hillsdale Public School District has opened registration for its 2020–2021 kindergarten program. Any resident child who will be 5 on or before this Oct. 1 is eligible for enrollment. Children living on the east side of Magnolia Avenue (even house numbers) running from Lincoln Avenue to Lawrence Street will attend Meadowbrook School. Children living on the west side of Magnolia Avenue (odd house numbers) running from Lincoln Avenue

to Lawrence Street will attend Ann Blanche Smith School. The district uses an online preregistration format for all incoming kindergarten students. All the preregistration forms can be found on the districtʼs website, hillsdaleschools.com. Click the Registration tab. Make sure to register for the 2020–2021 school year and to select grade “00” for kindergarten. On completion of the online registration, you will be contacted by school personnel to schedule an

appointment for your registration conference. Kindergarten orientation for Meadowbrook School is April 15. For Ann Blanche Smith School, itʼs April 16. The school principal will send out further information once the registration process is completed. Superintendent of Schools Robert Lombardy Jr. writes, “Please help us by sharing this information with anyone you know who lives in Hillsdale and has kindergarten-eligible children”

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As part of its Catholic Schools Week observance, St. Johnʼs Academy (SJA), at 460 Hillsdale Ave., invites families to learn about the academy and its offerings for pre-K through eighth grade at two open houses. No advance registration is required. • Sunday, Jan. 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. With the theme “Celebrating our Parishes,” families are invited to attend mass at 10 a.m., followed by the open house. Attendees will tour the school, get information about SJAʼs curriculum, enrollment, clubs and enrichment programs; and meet staff and current SJA students and parents. Mass will be at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church at

69 Valley Street, on the SJA campus. • Tuesday, Jan. 28, from 9 to 11 a.m. Visitors will enjoy “Celebrating Students” during school hours, to observe active classrooms and meet the school principal and faculty. They will also have the chance to participate in SJAʼs popular wax museum put on by the fourth grade in the library, from 10 to 11 a.m. As they do every year in this interactive presentation, students will portray historical figures theyʼve learned about, who will “come alive” at the push of a button as the parents move through the exhibit. Catholic Schools Week activities

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Catholic Schools Week runs Jan. 26–Feb. 1. This yearʼs theme of the nationwide program is “Learn. Serve. Lead. Succeed.” The SJA community will participate in assemblies, masses and other gatherings that focus on celebrating parish, community, nation, family, and faculty, staff and volunteers: • Monday, Jan. 27. “Celebrating Community.” SJA will kick off its annual SOUPer Bowl food drive to support Helping Hands Food Pantry in Hillsdale. Area residents may donate nonperishable pantry staples all week to support this community service initiative. The SJA Kindness Counts first semester winner will be announced. • Tuesday, Jan. 28. “Celebrating Students.” In addition to

K, pre-K registration set for Feb. 6

Registration for Emerson pre-kindergarten and kindergarten children who expect to enter school in September will be held on Thursday, Feb. 6 from 9 to 11 a.m. and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Memorial Elementary School. To be eligible for pre-kinder-

garten, a child must be 4 on or before this Oct. 1. For kindergarten, a child must be 5 on or before this Oct. 1. Emerson Public Schools enjoys a full day kindergarten program. Depending on registration, a full day tuition-based pre-K pro-

gram might be offered for interested families. For information and materials visit http://memorial.emersonschools.org or call Mrs. Berg at Memorial Elementary School, 1 Haines St., at (201) 599-7580.

the open house, there will be a spelling bee for grades 3 and 5 that afternoon. • Wednesday, Jan. 29. “Celebrating our Nation.” Third- and fourth-grade students will visit military veterans at the Veterans Home in Paramus. Students in grades 5–8 will compete in a National Geographic geography bee; winners will qualify to compete in the national contest. • Thursday, Jan. 30. “Celebrating our Vocations.” SJA will celebrate its pastors and teachers with an open house for current SJA families, a Catholic Schools Week liturgy and presentation of cards to the school pastor by the student council.

• Friday, Jan. 31. “Celebrating our Staff, Faculty and Volunteers” culminates in the annual faculty–8th grade volleyball game and the official tally of the SOUPer Bowl collection for the Helping Hands Food Pantry. Students who participated in the service project may wear sports jerseys of their favorite teams at the game. St. Johnʼs Academy is a Blue Ribbon Catholic school that draws students from 42 ZIP codes in New Jersey and New York and is a proven feeder school for Bergen Countyʼs prestigious Catholic high schools. For more information, visit www.sja-hillsdale.org.

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Pascack Valley High School is pleased to announce that the PVHS Tri-M Music Honor Society is hosting its annual Winter Coffeehouse on Thursday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Come enjoy a cozy, relaxed evening of listening to solo, duet, and small group acts by Tri-M

members and other PV musicians. Refreshments will be available throughout the evening. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $5 from members of the Music Honor Society or at the door for $8. To promote the message of music and the arts throughout the

community, all of the proceeds from the Winter Coffeehouse will be donated to music programs at underserved schools. For more information, write choral director and Tri-M Music Honor Society advisor Argine Safari at asafari@pascack.org.

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Dominique: Foundation continues fighter’s work parents died of cancer. Now the Franco family has launched a nonprofit foundation, Dominique Francoʼs St. Judeʼs Journey, which continues to receive donations from everyone and every organization that Dominique reached out and touched before her untimely passing. FROM PAGE 1

Michael Franco, Dominiqueʼs father, told Pascack Press that the foundation is reaching out to Pascack Valley and Northern Valley residents and businesses to seek help and donations for St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital. “We know a lot of people but we donʼt know everybody. I wanted to let everyone know that they can get involved with this and that

every contribution to St. Jude helps Dominique continue on her journey to help kids with cancer,” Franco said. He said many friends, acquaintances, and caring individuals continue raising funds for cancer research and treatment in Dominiqueʼs name and have been donating to the foundation. Dominique Francoʼs St. Judeʼs Journey helps St. Judeʼs to continue its efforts to provide free treatment services for children and families hard-pressed to afford the exorbitant cost of cancer care. “I know weʼre doing the right thing here,” he told us. “Iʼm not going to stop until I hit $1 million for cancer research.” Dominique raised funds against childrenʼs cancer for nearly 15 consecutive years, he said. He added, “Iʼd like everybody to know what kind of great hospital exists there in Memphis. We know that hundreds of donors are joining us on the journey and they have all helped Dominique get there.” According to Franco, more than $150,000 in donations from assorted fundraisers has gone to St. Judeʼs via Dominique Francoʼs St. Judeʼs Journey. He said the hospital recently added her name to plaques dedicating the childrenʼs wing and a toy room in her honor. Having her name grace facilities that her fundraising helped effect marks a milestone on Dominiqueʼs “journey,” he added. He said recently that he and 20 family and friends visited St. Judeʼs for the dedication ceremony and came away more impressed than ever with St. Judeʼs commitment to its young patients and their families. Franco explained, “What weʼre doing right now by donating, helping all those kids that are suffering and really struggling to stay alive, is what we need to do for Dominique.”

He noted that recent patron and business donations gathered from cans left in Park Ridge and Woodcliff Lake raised $5,000. All of it, he, said, went straight by check to St. Jude Childrenʼs Research Hospital. “Thatʼs what my daughter did every single year: She got out and spoke to people, begged for money, and made checks out to the cancer research hospitals,” Franco said. He said students at Park Ridge High School got involved with a “giving tree” and donated dozens of iTunes and other gift cards. Upcoming events to help raise funds for cancer research in

Dominiqueʼs name include a golf tournament and a 2020 holiday tree lighting, Franco said. Donations can be made to St. Jude Children Research Hospital in Dominiqueʼs name by noting the number 11565130 on checks. Other individuals and local organizations continue to step up and hold fundraisers to donate proceeds for the nonprofit charity to send to St. Jude, Franco said. For information about donating or getting involved with Dominique Francoʼs St. Judeʼs Journey, call Franco at (201) 2801438 or write him at mfranco@biohitech.com. Photos courtesy Michael Franco

A TIME-WORN June 2009 clip from Pascack Press shows one of Dominique Franco’s garage sale fundraisers, tackled with the help of friends. The clip was saved and shared by Dominique’s parents, Michael and Gina Franco.

ALL TOGETHER: Family, friends, and neighbors of Park Ridge’s Dominique Franco show their love outside St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis at a recent visit to honor Franco’s memory and legacy. The young nursing student passed away last February. In life she raised thousands of dollars for St. Jude’s, beginning at age 7. Her work continues.

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This past summer Diana Laucello-Miguel turned 50 and celebrated the milestone with a trip to Italy. When she retuned home and reviewed the pictures, well, the vacation was over. “I realized I had really let myself go. I was the heaviest I had been in my adult life and needed to do something about it,” she tells Pascack Press She found an ad in our pages for Buff Bull Fitness and called. She felt a strong connection. She checked out the gym. “When I met [owner and personal trainer] Kevin Witkowski he was friendly and professional. He measured my body fat and muscle index and put me on a diet and exercise plan specific to my age, weight, hormones, etc. We discussed my goals, habits and work schedule,” she says. A special education therapist in one of Bergen Countyʼs top early intervention agencies and owner of her own busy practice, Laucello-Miguel says she loves her job, though itʼs demanding and the hours are long. She needed more than a gym, more than a trainer: she needed results that could sustain her in the long run. Something that would support her in her work, and in her family life—she and her husband have two children—and for her own growth and happiness. “In the first week I lost 3 pounds, a huge amount for a person as small as I am. With Kevinʼs encouragement, I lost 8% body fat and 14 pounds in just 10 weeks,” she says. In order to keep her on track Witkowski also suggested Laucello-Miguel enter a bodybuilding competition—something she says sheʼd always wanted to do. “I agreed, and in a mere 10 weeks I was competition-ready. I competed in November and took fourth place in my first-ever event,” she tells Pascack Press— and, in a glowing testimonial, on Buff Bull Fitnessʼs comprehensive website. She adds, “Kevin is a diet and

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“Diana is great, sheʼs motivated. She wanted to take it to the next level,” he says. He explains that he offers every new client a private threesession $99 special, which proves its worth when they see that Buff Bull Fitness is not a typical gym. “Iʼve been a trainer for a long time, and if youʼre not a gym person you can make a New Yearʼs resolution and thatʼs great, and some people stick with it. But on average if youʼre not a gym person youʼre not a gym person, so maybe the first time you get sore youʼre like, screw this, and not come back,” he says. “Or people just fall off because itʼs not routine enough for them yet. So with working with a trainer, it keeps those people accountable for those sessions to come in,” he adds. Witkowski says the goal is to try to get customers to make training part of their routine, and heʼs excited to partner with them to make that happen. In Laucello-Miguelʼs case, the solution was to mentor her in

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DR. KAPLAN: ‘Sitting is the New Smoking’

A recent Harvard study suggested that sitting may have more of an influence on an early death than smoking. One of the reaDR. ERIC KAPLAN, sons for this outcome is that KAPLAN BRAIN & people in the BODY study who were smokers were not living a completely sedentary lifestyle. If your job requires sitting, make sure that you get up every 20

minutes. Get a glass of water, go to the bathroom, get a fax, walk to the office down the hall, turn down the heat, take a break, add paper to the copy machine, have a quick conversation with a coworker, or take a stretch break before going back to sitting. The point is to not sit all day. Sitting at work all day is bad for your brain and body, but remaining sedentary at home doubles the consequences. In addition to sitting at the computer every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., some people sit on the subway, in a bus, or in their car during

their commute. After work, they sit down and eat dinner. Then they sit on the couch and watch television. Next they sit down and spend time on their computers or Ipads. Maybe they sit and read the newspaper or a good book. They might end the night by sitting and using their phones to browse social media or YouTube. When the weekend comes, they sit at the bar drinking, sit in the movie theatre, sit at the opera, sit during a dinner date, or sit at a Broadway play. Almost every activity people do involves sitting.

To keep your brain strong and healthy and to boost your brainpower you must stay active. If you are in New York, take a walk along the High Line. Play tennis in Central Park. Go to the Bronx Zoo. Instead of taking the elevator, walk up the stairs. Instead of taking the subway, walk the 20 blocks. When you go to the supermarket, get more exercise by parking far away from the entrance rather than up close to the store. Start biking instead of driving. Walk your kids to school. When your children have a pool party, bring your bathing suit and swim. When your kids want to take their scooters out, try to run alongside them. Walk in the park or the woods. Go to a farm and play with the animals. Take laps around the pond. Hike the trail at a local park. Have fun! Go to Bounce U or Sky Zone and jump around. Itʼs great exercise, and you are moving your body. Many people have started using standing desks at work. Look into it! Some companies might be amenable to helping pay for a Varidesk, which is a desk topper that can convert between sitting and standing heights. In standing at the office, you might

even start a trend that will eventually benefit your work community, since everyone is standing and getting healthier and therefore using less sick days. There are so many activities to try. Of course, sitting is comfortable, but it will have lasting negative impacts on your health that will be very uncomfortable later. If you HAVE to sit, make it a priority to get up every 20 minutes. But an even better alternative is to choose to do activities where you do not have to sit. Adjust your workplace and lifestyle to create more movement in your life, which will help you function better, feel better, and live better. We want to share our passion about health and well-being by inviting you to attend our FREE Essential Oils Seminar on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. in our Emerson office with our health coach, Lauren. This month weʼll focus on weight loss and making custom blends of oils to help jumpstart your metabolism, eliminate belly fat, and detox for just $5 per rollerblade. Call our office at (201) 261-2150 to confirm your attendance!

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St. Andrew’s 50+ Club invites you

St. Andrewʼs 50+ Club of Westwood welcomes members from the Pascack Valley and surroundings. The club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. in the school gym. There is a presentation or

activity each month, including luncheons, special events, and trips. For membership information call Elaine at (201) 664-7037; for trip information call Hilda at (201) 265-5257.

Pascack Reformed Church looks to sun’s light

Prevent contracting the seasonal flu virus by getting your flu vaccine at American Family Care. Our priority is to keep you, your family and our community healthy. Walk-ins are Welcome. Flu shots are $0 with most insurance plans. Together, we can help stop the spread of this this serious and contagious disease.

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

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

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Most people who have dental insurance rely on their plan to guide their selection process. The thinking is that by using the PRIYU GUPTA, DDS, network dentist, the work WESTWOOD needed will be PERIODONTICS more affordable. The reason dental insurance networks are not the best way to find a good dentist is because there is no quality assessments and insurance networks are inflationary by nature. This is because they require the dentist to itemize each service separately which frequent-

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ly turns out to be more expensive when you look at the whole picture. This is especially true if you need considerable treatment. A dentist who chooses not to participate in multiple plans does so voluntarily because they have built and maintained a patient network based on their reputation and work; not by signing contracts with insurance companies whose business intent is to not pay. Some people find their dentist from online reviews sites, thinking, if many people like this doctor, I will like them too. Online reviews are helpful but are based on very general parameters. The person giving a five-star review for a good cleaning has no value to you if you need crowns and dental implants. Therefore, it is hard to match

Free physical exams, immunizations for children

The Park Ridge Board of Health offers a monthly child health conference for Park Ridge children from birth through 6 where they may receive free complete medical physical exams and all required immunizations. Children 7–18 may receive immunizations only.

Appointments are necessary. Sessions are at the Borough of Hillsdale, 380 Hillsdale Ave., in the lower level. Services are provided by a pediatrician and public health nurse. For more information call (201) 666-4800 ext. 1528.

apples to apples, and oranges to oranges. A number of people rely on a word of mouth recommendation as means to find the best fit. They follow a recommendation from a friend or colleague who they trust, who required similar treatments or services they are looking for. This is by far the best way, especially if you need of crowns, implants and

surgery. I am Dr. Priyu Gupta, a boardcertified periodontist and dental implant surgeon. I am a solo practitioner in Bergen County for the past 12 years. My path to obtain new patients and form new relationships is based on the word of mouth referrals from my patients and colleagues, by lecturing to other Bergen County general den-

tists on surgical innovations, and by volunteering my time and expertise to provide leadership to the local chapter of the ADA. I hope this column provided you with clear, straightforward information about how to improve your access to quality dental care. For more information, call (201) 664-3023 or visit us at 354 Old Hook Road #201 or WestwoodPeriodontics.com.

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Hillsdale Board of Health offers free radon test kits

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

dation and openings around sump pumps, pipes, and drains. High radon levels are associated with a greater risk of lung cancer. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers. Overall, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer resulting in approximately 21,000 deaths in the United States per year. It is recommended that homes be mitigated if they have radon concentrations of 4 pCi/L or more. Homeowners who tested and found low levels of radon may wish to retest to determine if radon concentrations may have changed, due to changes in air flow within the house from new additions or other renovations, or due to new construction nearby that may have caused changes in the local geology. For more information, call (201) 666-4800 ext.1525.

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Sanzari Children’s Hospital earns a first-in-the-state certification

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Hackensack Meridian Hackensack University Medical Center announced on Jan. 9 that it earned its 28th The Joint Commission (TJC) Disease Specific Care (DSC) certification, marking the most such certifications of any hospital in the nation. TJC awarded the prematurity program at Joseph M. Sanzari

Childrenʼs Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center with the DSC certification after a rigorous review process. Joseph M. Sanzari Childrenʼs Hospital is the first hospital in New Jersey to earn this esteemed designation. “The Joint Commissionʼs Gold Seal is a symbol of Hack-

ensack University Medical Center's strong culture and commitment to achieving clinical excellence,” said Mark D. Sparta, FACHE, president and chief hospital executive, Hackensack University Medical Center and executive vice president of Population Health, Hackensack Meridian Health.

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“I want to congratulate our Prematurity program team members at the Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital for their hard work and dedication on becoming the first hospital in New Jersey to earn this important designation. We look forward to leading the way in providing excellent, safe care for our patients,” he added. The Joint Commissionʼs Gold Seal reflects the organizationʼs commitment to providing safe and effective patient care. This is the initial Prematurity program certification at the Joseph M. Sanzari Childrenʼs Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center. The Prematurity program is a multidisciplinary team committed to improving the care and outcomes in preterm infants less than 30 weeks. Any infant born less than 30 weeks is at the highest risk for developing complications related to prematurity. “Joseph M. Sanzari Childrenʼs Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Centerʼs Prematurity program is dedicated to providing outstanding, safe, compassionate care to the patients and families we serve,” said Judy Aschner, MD, Chair of Pediatric Department and Physician in Chief of the Childrenʼs Transformation Services, Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center. “Our hospital is a leader in providing excellent care for women and children, and we have unparalleled expertise in delivering and caring for more babies each year than any other hospital in New Jersey. This latest recognition from The Joint Commission represents our mission to raise the standard of patient care

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Quoting the writer Amit Kalantri in “Wealth of Words,” one local board certified general surgeon specializing in bariatric and general laparoscopic surgery makes the case for looking and feeling oneʼs best: “Health is hearty, health is harmony, health is happiness.” Dr. Mikhail Botvinov, of Bergen Bariatric and Surgical Solutions, says that happiness is well within anyoneʼs reach. Possessing a medical education as both a medical doctor (MD) and doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO), Botvinov is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons and the American Osteopathic Association. His surgical techniques are used to treat and address issues associated with obesity and other general surgery conditions: hernia repair, colon resection, appendectomy, procedures to prevent heartburn, and gallbladder removal. Services include: • Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Often called the sleeve, this is performed by removing approximately 80% of the stomach. The remaining stomach is a tubular pouch that resembles a banana. • Adjustable gastric band. Often called the band, this involves an inflatable band that is placed around the upper portion of the

stomach, creating a small stomach pouch above the band, and the rest of the stomach below the band. • Gastric bypass. The Rouxen-Y gastric bypass, or just gastric bypass, is considered the gold standard of weight loss surgery. • Abdominal wall hernias repair. Abdominal wall (ventral, incisional, umbilical, flank) hernias can occur anywhere in the abdomen, but most often through previous incisions and at the belly button. Many hernias are repaired as elective operations, sometimes as outpatient surgery. • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy. A procedure in which the gallbladder is removed by laparoscopic techniques. Laparoscopic surgery, also referred to as minimally invasive surgery, describes the performance of surgical procedures with the assistance of a video camera and several thin instruments. • Lipoma removal. Most lipomas are removed surgically. Recurrences after removal are uncommon. Dr. Botvinov also offers popular weight loss seminars that empower patients to make wellinformed decisions. “We review the benefits and risks of surgery and set realistic expectations for a weight loss journey depending on your current health status and lifestyle,” Dr.

Botvinov says. “On any weight loss journey it is important that you feel comfortable and inspired by the team you choose to work with,” he adds. Based at Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical Center, 260 Old Hook Road, Suite 303A, Dr. Botvinov accepts most insurance plans, including Aetna, BCBS, UHC, MagnaCare, and MultiPlan Medicare. His practiceʼs website offers resources including the criteria and benefits for bariatric surgery. Dr. Botvinov completed his medical training initially at prestigious Sechenov First Moscow Institute of Medicine in Moscow, Russia, the oldest and largest national medical higher education institution in the Russian Federation. While in Russia he worked as a general surgeon at the Institute of Laser Surgery and obtained a national patent for converting a gastrointestinal device to the use of carbon dioxide laser while at the National Institute of Laser Surgery, Moscow. In the United States, Dr. Botvinov completed his medical education in the College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYCOM), Westbury, New York. His surgical training was completed in Flushing Hospital,

Flushing, New York. He also completed minimally invasive, laparoscopic and bariatric training in Staten Island University Hospital. Dr. Botvinov is licensed to practice medicine in New Jersey and New York. He is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons (ACOS), the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), the American College of Physicians (ACP), the American Medical Student Association (AMSA), the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the American Academy

of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS). Dr. Botvinov is a candidate member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES).

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50+ Club meets against fraud and scams Jan. 23

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The Hillsdale 50+ Club meets Thursday, Jan. 23 at 11:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church, on Magnolia Ave. All are welcome. Denis Niland, investigator for Consumer Protection at the Bergen County & Passiac County Department of Public Safety will speak on scams and fraud. Come and learn how to best protect yourself. The Bergen County and Passaic County Office of Consumer

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

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School therapist charged over sexual contact with student

A primary therapist working at a private high school in Paramus engaged in a sexual relationship with a student under 18, the Bergen County Prosecut o r ʼ s Office charged Jan. 14. Ta r a Cardinale, Cardinale 39, of the Township of Washington, is charged with endangering the welfare of a child and criminal sexual contact, said Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella. Paramus police began investigating the allegations on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, and Cardinale was arrested Jan. 10 in the township, Musella said. The Bergen County Prosecutorʼs Office Special Victims Unit, Paramus police and Township of Washington police investigators revealed that on more than one occasion Cardinale invited the student to her township home where they engaged in sexual

activity, Musella said. Cardinale was remanded to Bergen County Jail pending her first appearance in Central Judicial Processing Court, scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 15, Musella said. In addition to noting that the charges are merely accusations and that the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, Musella thanked the Paramus and Washington Township police departments for their assistance in this investigation.

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No excuse, says officer citing elder for whizzing behind library

Officers were dispatched to the rear of Borough Hall at 2:13 p.m. on Jan. 9 on a report of an elderly man wearing a green jacket, jeans, and black sneakers urinating in public. On officersʼ arrival, one witness showed them the urinestained sidewalk along the rear of the library. Another showed them a picture of the suspect. One officer immediately identified him. The second witness said she saw him walk up to Park Avenue and head east. Police went to the manʼs condo and spoke with him there. Told the reason for the visit, the suspect, 74, admitted to urinating alongside the library. He said the bathrooms were locked and he did not want to urinate in his pants. The police report reads in part, “I told [the defendant] that his behavior would not be tolerated, especially in a public location where there is much foot traffic.” The defendant was served with a violation of disturbing or endangering public peace.

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Recent Arizona transplant had suspension, drugs

An officer on patrol in the Staples parking lot off of Kinderkamack Road the late afternoon of Jan. 9 observed a vehicle with Arizona plates. A random registration check showed that the ownerʼs license was suspended and a possible warrant had been issued in Arizona. While this officer was positioning his patrol vehicle in order to observe the vehicle, the driver returned and began to exit the parking lot onto Kinderkamack Road. The officer pulled behind the vehicle and initiated a motor vehicle stop in the parking lot. Upon approaching the vehicle, the officer immediately smelled the odor of burnt and raw marijuana emanating from the open window. The driver produced a New Jersey driverʼs license and an electronic copy of proof of insurance. He was not able to provide a copy of the registration. While speaking with the defendant, the officer also observed several cigarillo containers of the type commonly used to make marijuana blunts. Small particles of greenish vegetation, known as shake were also observed. Upon returning to his patrol car, the officer ran additional checks. The defendantʼs New Jersey driverʼs license was valid, though there were multiple summons entries over failure to update address and moving violations. The vehicle registration showed the defendant had not turned in his Arizona license and that his driving privilege was suspended. The Arizona return also indicated that an ignition interlock device was required. An assisting officer arrived and was briefed. He was familiar with the vehicle as he had issued the driver a summons in December 2019. Central Dispatch confirmed through the Arizona Highway Patrol that the defendantʼs license was suspended effective Aug. 13, 2019. It further confirmed that an ignition interlock was required

until this Feb. 7. The warrant, issued by Tempe Municipal Court, was active but non-extraditable. The assisting officer reported to the reporting officer that he, too, immediately smelled the odor of burnt marijuana. He further reported that the defendant stated he no longer required an ignition interlock device. The defendant was asked to step out of his vehicle, and a probable cause search was conducted. This turned up a black backpack on the front passenger-side floor. Within was a plastic water bottle that had been converted into a water pipe or bong by the addition of a hollow socket tool to act as a “carb” and an additional hole to inhale smoke. There was black residue inside of the metal piece and inside the bottle believed to be marijuana. Also located was a small plastic bag labeled Stoney Patch in a manner similar to Sour Patch candies. There was a trace residue within the pouch. The evidence was secured, and the defendant was advised that he was under arrest for possession of controlled dangerous substance and paraphernalia. he was searched and handcuffed. At headquarters he was provided a court date of Jan. 22. After he was served, he was provided courtesy transportation back to his vehicle.

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Eluding/evading after car sale goes off the rails

Multiple units from Montvale assisted their Woodcliff Lake colleagues after a private car sale turned south on the afternoon of Jan. 6 at The Bristal at Woodcliff Lake parking lot. Officers were dispatched on a report of a dispute in progress over money. Upon his arrival, the reporting officer observed a vehicle traveling northbound driving erratically—and a second car with the driver pointing emphatically at the first car. Police pursued the first car, with the second car following. The lead car allegedly made unsafe lane changes and drove recklessly, aggressively cutting across two lanes of traffic and pulling into the

parking lot of 520 Chestnut Ridge Road. It continued to drive fast through and around the back of the lot, failing to stop. The driver continued to exit the back of the buildings and once again drove recklessly through the lot. “I observed the direction he was traveling and realized he had only one way out of the parking lot. I then positioned my patrol vehicle so that the it would block his lane of travel,” the officer reports. Blocked, the suspect stopped his vehicle directly in front of the patrol car. The second car then pulled up behind the first, with its driver—whom weʼll identify for privacy as Ms. D, 32, from Spring Valley, N.Y.—then running up to the first driver, who had a passenger. The officer ordered her to stop and go back to her vehicle, and she complied. An assisting officer arrived, and officers from Montvale Police Department were requested to further assist. The reporting officer ordered the occupants of both vehicles to show their hands and place them on their dashboards. After multiple commands, all the occupants complied with the officerʼs order. Police officers from Montvale began to arrive on scene, and the Woodcliff Lake officers approached the lead vehicle, driven by Najee Patron, 21, from Clifton. While speaking with him, officers advised they were following behind his vehicle for a while, attempting to stop him. He reportedly replied, “Yeah, I know,” and stated that Ms. D. was chasing him for an unknown reason. Both occupants of Patronʼs car were asked to step out. They were patted down for officersʼ safety. Patron stated that he was supposed to meet Ms. D to show her a car that she was interested in purchasing. He then said that she became irate and tried to block his car in a parking spot located at The Bristal. As she attempted to block him in, he said, he reversed his vehicle and fled the scene. Patron, asked for identification, said he does not have a driverʼs license because it is suspended. He also stated that he CONTINUED ON PAGE 27

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POLICE TO PRESENT ON TEENS, ALCOHOL JAN. 29

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

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

believed there was a warrant for his arrest out of Montclair. At this time, multiple officers from Montvale were on scene assisting with the second vehicle. Officers radioed Central Dispatch to confirm Patron and his passenger as suspended. Officers reported Patron exhibited signs of being nervous and jittery. He agreed to a search, which turned up no contraband. An officer from Montvale was requested to stand by with Patron as the reporting officer questioned caller Ms. D and her two passengers, Ms. and Mr. J. They stated that they discovered a vehicle for sale on LetGo and contacted an unknown female seller about it. The seller stated that if they sent her $300 via Venmo as a deposit that she could pick the car up. Ms. D. said she transferred the $300 to the woman and planned to meet in the parking lot of The Bristal in order to follow the seller to the location of the sale car. Ms. D stated she parked in the rear parking lot of The Bristal to wait from the sellers to arrive at the 5:30 p.m. While waiting, Ms. D stated that she called the police for assistance to keep the peace while the

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transaction occurred. Patron and his passenger arrived early and parked next to them. Patronʼs passenger got out of his vehicle and approached Ms. D in her vehicle. Patronʼs passenger allegedly heard Ms. D. on the phone with the police then ran back to his vehicle. Ms. D told police she did not want Patron to leave before the arrival of the police because she believed she was a victim a scam. As a result, she decided to reverse her vehicle out of its spot and attempt to block Patron in. Patron then put his vehicle in reverse and struck Ms. Dʼs vehicle before pulling forward and fleeing. At this point, Ms. D followed him and was able to flag down the officer. The reporting officer was able to corroborate Ms. Dʼs account. Bristal security footage further corroborated it. Central Dispatch then advised that both Patron and his passenger were suspended and had warrants out for their arrest from Montclair. The two men said they werenʼt sure they could post bail. A Woodcliff Lake detective arrived and was briefed. The reporting officer placed Patron under arrest. He and his former passenger were put into separate

police cars and were transported to police headquarters. Patronʼs car was towed. Central Dispatch stated that Montclair police decided to release the two on their own recognizance. Both parties were advised. That said, Patron would not be released until he was done being processed by Woodcliff Lake. The other man was not charged and was allowed to make a phone call to be picked up. While in his cell, being fingerprinted, photographed, and processed, Patron allegedly was loud and irate throughout the process. He continued to yell and slam his hands on the bed for a while before falling asleep. A detective ran Patronʼs public safety assessment, or PSA, which calculates its scores on a scale of one to six, with higher scores indicating a higher level of risk. Patronʼs score came back with a four on both sections. At this point, the detective called the on-call prosecutor, who advised officers that the complaint was to be put on a warrant and that Patron was to be transported to Bergen County Jail. A judge signed off and issued the warrant. Upon arrival to Bergen County Jail, Patron was transferred into their custody.

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Charges say Westwood man pushing Xanax

A Westwood man and Paramus woman were arrested on drug charges on Jan. 6 in Hunterdon County. According to a statement on Jan. 8, acting Hunterdon County Prosecutor Michael J. Williams, Acting Chief of Detectives Frank R. Crisologo, and Clinton Township Police Department Officer in Charge Lt. Tom DeRosa coordinated an investigation leading to the arrest of Daniel Weber, 35, of Westwood, and Jessica Lodge, 36,

of Paramus, by the Hunterdon County Prosecutorʼs Officeʼs Narcotics Task Force and the Clinton Township Police Department. Weber was charged with third degree possession with intent to distribute Xanax, third degree conspiracy to distribute, fourth degree possession of a substance to defraud a drug test, and possession of drug paraphernalia, a disorderly person offense. Weber allegedly was in possession of 422 Xanax pills at the

time of his arrest. Lodge was charged with possession of marijuana under 50 grams and possession of drug paraphernalia, both disorderly person offenses. Weber and Lodge were both released on their own recognizance and were due back in Hunterdon County Superior Court for their first court appearance. The defendants are presumed innocent until the matter is resolved in a court of law.

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PARK RIDGE POLICE RESERVE SEEKS OFFICERS

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

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

Brookview Drive burglary reported

Borough police said a Brookview Drive residence was burglarized Tuesday, Jan. 14, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., according to a public alert shared on the messaging service Nixle. “If anyone saw anything sus-

picious today please call (201) 391-8222,” police said. “It gets dark early—leave lights on in the house and make it look like someone is home.” Brookside Drive runs north and south between Woodcliff Avenue and Weirmus Lane in Hillsdale. The residential street runs parallel to the Musquapsink Brook.

Police seek leads after Hillsdale girl is followed home

Stever Avenue. Police said the incident was “extremely rare” and “not at all typical” for Hillsdale. “We canvassed the area extremely well, talking with neighbors and are still investigating the incident,” Sgt. Michael Camporeale told Pascack Press on Jan. 17. Camporeale urged residents to always report anything they deem suspicious or unusual. “Crime doesnʼt discriminate against any area,” Camporeale said. He said the doorbell security camera image captured was a very grainy image that does not provide much detail. He explained police did not have any reports of suspicious vehicles or activity prior to the incident. Following the incident, Police Chief Robert Francaviglia ordered extra patrols of the neighborhood and began coordinating with area law enforcement and school authorities to enhance community safety and awareness. Police said related incident information or updates will be posted to the departmentʼs Facebook page.

THE SUSPECT’S CAR, above, as captured in home security video.

HILLSDALE—Police are calling for leads after a girl walking her dog on Hopkins Street at 9 p.m. on Jan. 14 reported she was followed home by a motorist. The girlʼs mother confronted the man at the homeʼs side door and drove him off. Hillsdale Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to call the department at (201) 664-4200. Police said residents should not hesitate to call to report suspicious vehicles or activities observed at any time. The girls said the car was a dark older model four-door sedan. She first saw it at the intersection of Hopkins Street and Stever Avenue. She then observed the driver make a U-turn and head back toward her. Police said the girl ran back home—and the vehicle followed her into her driveway. The girlʼs mother told police that the suspect—identified as a black man, medium build, 20–30 years old— approached the house side door where she confronted him. At that point, the driver returned to his car, exited the driveway, and headed north on Hopkins Street, and sped east on

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Vaccines: Bill to end religious exemptions delayed cinated children to private schools, which would be required to disclose rates of unvaccinated children, a vote on the bill did not occur because the Senate was one vote short of passage, said legislative leaders. In addition, sponsors said, apparently the last-minute changes to the bill allowing unvaccinated children to attend private schools or daycare caused other senators to express reservations that only affluent parents could afford to send children to private schools. State Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg (D-Teaneck), a bill sponsor, said getting the bill

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Harold ‘Hal’ GELLERT

Harold “Hal” Gellert, 97, passed away peacefully at home in Teaneck on Thursday, Dec. 26,

2019. Before moving to Teaneck in 2017, Hal and his beloved wife Kathleen “Kay” Gellert (nee Steiner)—partners in crime for 76 years—resided in the Township of Washington for more than 60 years. He is survived by his loving wife; three children: son Daniel Gellert (and wife Deborah Posey) of Aiken, S.C.; daughter Sandy Roff (and husband Terry Roff) of New Orleans, La.; and daughter Susan Gellert of Englewood; six grandchildren: Jonah, Matthew, and Rayna Gellert, Jesse and Brian Roff, and Jayde Gellert Beronio;

passed remains a priority in 2020 due to pressing public health concerns. “Though I understand the passion of those opposed, fundamentally, this is not a personal choice, and in society it is the duty of healthy members to work together to protect those who cannot protect themselves,” Weinberg said in a statement. She said she would not stop pressing to eliminate religious exemptions to vaccines. In New Jersey, parents need only write a letter claiming religious exemptions to have children exempted. No specific objections were required to be listed. Weinberg has publicly said that no major religion sheʼs aware of is opposed to vaccinations. The

state also does not allow “personal choice” exemptions, as some states permit. “The science is settled. They can stand outside and ring sirens and beat pots and believe what they want to believe but our responsibility is to protect the larger residents of the state of New Jersey,” Weinberg told reporters after Jan. 13ʼs cancelled vote. Last year, measles cases reportedly reached the highest levels in nearly three decades nationwide—and the number of unvaccinated children continues to climb every year, said federal health officials. Measles cases in the United States soared to a record in 2019, with 1,276 cases in 31 states, the most since 1992, the federal Cen-

ters for Disease Control and Prevention reported. Two states—Maine and New York—recently passed laws ending religious exemptions to vaccines. California, Mississippi and West Virginia already have such laws. If a bill is eventually passed and signed into law by Gov. Phil Murphy, New Jersey would become the sixth state nationwide to allow only medical exemptions to vaccines for children entering public schools. The bill allows the state Department of Health to define what qualifies for a medical exemption for vaccines. A recent study by the New Jersey Hospital Association found that families claiming religious

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two great-grandchildren: Florence and Duncan Roff; nephew Jeffrey Gellert; and nieces Wendy Waldman and Jillian Sandrock. Hal also is sadly missed and fondly remembered by a large network of extended family and dear friends from around the globe who were embraced as family. Hal is predeceased by his parents, Leah and Irving; his brother Alvin; brother-in-law Fred Steiner, and son-in-law Peter Beronio. Arrangements are being handled by Becker Funeral Home, Westwood. A celebration of Halʼs life will be held at a date to be announced. For the full obituary and to leave messages of condolence, visit becker-funeralhome.com.

Joseph W. LITTLE

Joseph W. Little, 99, a resident of Westwood for 55 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020. Beloved husband of the late Mary, together they celebrated 70 years of marriage. Devoted father of Joseph (Antoinette), Eugene (Susan), Gail Wunder (Harry) and Joan Bayley (James). Loving grandfather—“Pop”—of Michael Wunder (Deborah), Kimberly Langone (Paul), Robert Wunder, Joseph Wunder, Michelle McEl-

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roy (Edward), Amanda Mohr (Rob), David Little (Eileen), Alison Fehr (Cory), Meredith Bayley (Chris), and the late Kevin Bayley. Adored “Great-Pop” of nine: Paul, Kaitlyn, Eddie, Devin, Abby, Andrew, Sophie, Connor and Jackson. Joe enlisted with pride in the U.S. Army Infantry and bravely fought in WWII. He was honorably discharged as a technician fourth grade. Before his retirement, Joseph worked for many years as parts manager at General Motors Corp. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Westwood. He and Mary served as eucharistic ministers at St. Andrewʼs RC Church in Westwood and faithfully distributed communion at Valley Nursing Home in Westwood. Joseph is a member of Church of the Assumption in Emerson. He will be forever loved and missed by all who knew him. The family received their relatives and friends at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood on Sunday, Jan. 12. The funeral Mass celebrating Josephʼs life and faith was held at Church of the Assumption, Emerson on Monday Jan. 13. Interment followed at St. Andrewʼs Cemetery, River Vale.

Silvio M. FALATO

Silvio M. Falato, 93, formerly of Emerson, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020. He was born in Hackensack to Thomas and Constance Falato. Silvio was beloved husband of the late Amelia Falato; devoted father of Tom and his wife Diane and John and his wife Kathleen; and dear brother of Tom Falato and Angela Mattiace. He also is survived by seven loving grandchildren and eight cherished great-grandchildren. The family received relatives and friends at Becker

Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood on Sunday, Jan. 12. The funeral Mass celebrating Silvioʼs life and faith was at Church of the Assumption, Emerson on Monday, Jan. 13. Entombment followed at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus.

Catherine ‘Kay’ MCGRATH

Catherine “Kay” McGrath, 97, of Washington Township, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020. Kay is preceded in death by her husband, Frank, and siblings Mary, Joseph, and John. Kay is survived by her children, Tom (Pat), Frank (Clista), and Cathie; eight grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. Visitation was Friday, Jan. 17 at Becker Funeral Home. A funeral mass was held Saturday, Jan. 18 at Our Lady of Good Counsel.

Dorothy ‘Chickie’ SCHREMPP

Dorothy “Chickie” Adele (Nee Burgdorfer) Schrempp of River Vale was just shy of 91 when she passed away on Friday, Jan. 10, 2020 surrounded by loving family and devoted friends. Beloved wife of Alvah (1996). Devoted mother of Deborah (William) Silverstein, Joann Wight (Douglas), and Karin (Rod) Shell. Dear sister of Jean (Bob) Lampert. Loving grandmother of Jenna (Warren), Matthew, Hannah, Jared, Laura, Laila, and Adam. Born in Englewood, Chickie lived in Demarest before moving to River Vale in 1960. She began her career as a secretary in the mortgage department at the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. in New York City before spending the most rewarding years of her life raising her family. Later in life, she tended to her grandchildren and later proudly served as treasurer for

exemptions for vaccines has increased 53 percent statewide in the last five years. Currently, 45 states allow parents to cite religion as a reason to avoid the measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine, and others. Critics note New Jersey law did not require parents to state a specific religious teaching that prohibits vaccinations, or get confirmation from a religious leader. This makes the religious exemption an easy-out for antivaccination believers, critics said. “Weʼre ready to go to war over this,” state Senate President Stephen Sweeney (D-Gloucester) CONTINUED ON PAGE 35

the River Vale senior citizens group. During her final days, Chickie expressed gratitude that she had a long beautiful blessed life filled with amazing memories and love. Her greatest joy was spending time with her loved ones during annual vacations to OBX, as she loved putting her toes in the sand. The family received their relatives and friends on Tuesday at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood. A funeral Mass was served Wednesday at Our Lady of Mercy R.C. Church, Park Ridge. Entombment at Garden of Memories, Township of Washington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Christian Healthcare Center, Wyckoff.

Milo VLAHOV

Milo Vlahov passed away on Monday morning, Jan. 6, 2020. Beloved fiance of Debra Kumiega. Devoted father of his beloved son Marco Vlahov. Born to parents Josip and Marija Vlahov in the historic city of Sibenik, Croatia, he came to the United States in 1992 and ardently loved both his homeland and his adoptive country. His unbounded personality will be missed by the many who knew and loved him. Visitation at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood was held on Friday, with service after. The family asks you consider making a small memorito a al contribution GoFundMe account established to help with funeral expenses and to support Marco Vlahovʼs college education: http://bit.ly/384SbR1.

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Editorʼs note: The following article is for informational purposes only. If you own a small business (or are selfERIC KOHLMEIER employed), there are many retirement plan alternatives available to help you and your employees plan your financial future. One popular option for organizations such as sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and nonprofit organizations to consider is the SIMPLE (Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees) Individual Retirement Account (IRA). Unlike some retirement plans, there are specific criteria a business must meet to participate in a SIMPLE IRA plan. Here are the answers to commonly asked questions about this type of retirement plan: Can any business establish a SIMPLE IRA plan? Self-employed individuals and employers with fewer than 100 employees may adopt a SIMPLE plan. However, the business must not maintain any other employer-sponsored retirement plan where contributions are made or accrued during the calendar year in which the SIMPLE plan is effective. (This does not apply to plans that cover only union employees who are excluded from the SIMPLE plan.) What is the deadline for establishing such a plan in order for it to qualify for the 2019 tax year? The IRS deadline for establishing SIMPLE IRA plans for the

current year is Oct. 1. Afterward, plans can only be established for the next tax year. An exception to Oct. 1 exists if the business is a newly established company and has never sponsored a SIMPLE IRA plan. Which employees are eligible to participate in this type of plan? An eligible employee is one who has received at least $5,000 in compensation from the employer during any two prior calendar years (does not need to be consecutive years) and who is reasonably expected to receive at least $5,000 compensation during the current year. In the planʼs initial agreement, the employer is able to reduce the amount of compensation and the number of years required. However, there is no required participation for this plan – eligible employees can choose whether or not they want to participate and contribute. How much can employees contribute to the plan through salary deferral? The maximum salary deferral limit to a SIMPLE IRA plan for 2019 cannot exceed $13,000. If an employee is age 50 or older before Dec. 31, then an additional catch-up contribution of $3,000 is permitted. What are the maximum employer contribution limits for a SIMPLE IRA? Each year the employer must decide to do either a matching contribution (the lesser of the employeeʼs salary deferral or 3% of the employeeʼs compensation) or non-matching contribution of 2% of an employeeʼs compensa-

tion (limited to $280,000 for 2019). All participants in the plan must be notified of the employerʼs decision. When must contributions be deposited? Employee deferrals should be deposited as soon as administratively feasible, but no later than 30 days following the last day of the month in which the amounts would otherwise have been payable to the employee. These rules also apply to selfemployed individuals. The employer contributions deadline is the due date of the employerʼs tax return, including extensions. Can there be a vesting scheduled with a SIMPLE IRA? There is no vesting schedule with this type of plan – both employer and employee are immediately 100% vested. How are withdrawals from SIMPLE IRAs taxed? Withdrawals from this type of account are taxed as ordinary income. However, if a participant is younger than age 59? and makes a withdrawal within the first two years of plan participation, he or she will owe a 25% IRS

penalty and ordinary income taxes on the amount withdrawn. After the initial two years of plan participation, the 25% IRS penalty is reduced to 10% for pre 59? withdrawals. Exceptions to the 10% penalty on traditional IRAs are also exceptions to the 25% penalty for SIMPLE IRAs. Direct transfers to another SIMPLE IRA will not be subject to this penalty. Can the assets in a SIMPLE IRA be rolled over? Participants are able to roll over funds from one SIMPLE plan to another at any time. After two years of participation, employees may roll assets to a traditional or SEP IRA without tax penalties. As with any investment alternative, you should check with your Financial Advisor to evaluate the best option for your financial situation. Wells Fargo Advisors does not provide legal or tax advice. Be sure to consult with your tax and legal advisors before taking any action that could have tax or legal consequences. Please keep in mind that transferring or rolling over assets to an IRA is just one of multiple options for your retire-

ment plan. Each option has advantages and disadvantages, including investment options and fees and expenses, which should be understood and carefully considered. Wells Fargo Advisors does not provide legal or tax advice. Be sure to consult with your tax and legal advisors before taking any action that could have tax or legal consequences. Investments in securities and insurance products are NOT FDIC-INSURED/NOT BANKGUARANTEED/MAY LOSE VALUE This article was written for Wells Fargo Advisors and provided courtesy of Eric Kohlmeier, Senior Financial Advisor, Managing Director Investments in Park Ridge at 201-505-0472. Wells Fargo Advisors is a trade name used by Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC, Member SIPC, a registered brokerdealer and non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company. © 2019 Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC. All rights reserved. CAR #0119-03128.

and Northern Valley; Judy Shereck, member of the national board of Hadassah and the PRAZE division chair; and Gail Black, past president of the Northern New Jersey Region of Hadassah and the installing officer. Hadassah is a womanʼs Zionist volunteer organization that inspires a passion for and a commitment to the land and the

people of Israel. It enhances the health of people worldwide through its support of medical care and research through the Hadassah Medical Organization in Jerusalem. Hadassah empowers its members and supporters in Israel and America through opportunities for personal growth, education, advocacy and the continuity of the Jewish people

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Cafe fire, Santa tours, much more kept WWFD busy in December

The Westwood Fire Department, led by Fire Chief Kevin Woods, was called 29 times for emergency assistance during December 2019. Woods reports that one of the calls turned out to be a serious fire at Caffe Anello. This was contained to the room where the fire started and was quickly extinguished by firefighters. There were no injuries. (See “Caffe Anello Reopens After Contained Fire, Chef Says,” Dec. 2, 2019.) These 29 calls, two training sessions, and two maintenance nights required more than 385 hours of volunteer time in December. This brings the total emergency responses by the Westwood Fire Department in 2019 to 295, an increase over the 288 calls in 2018. These emergency calls, drills and equipment maintenance required more than 4,800 hours of volunteer time in 2019, up from 4,300 volunteer hours in 2018. Last year the department escorted Santa Claus to every street in the borough for the 56th year in a row. Three times during December the mutual aid system with neighboring fire departments was activated. The Westwood Fire Department responded out of town once to assist the Hillsdale Fire Department at the scene of a house fire. Westwood received assistance once from the Emerson Fire Department and once from the Hillsdale Fire Department. Automatically activated fire alarms were received 12 times in December. For every one of these incidents a full fire department response is required. Firefighters check the entire building to determine if an actual fire exists. Three times the activations were caused by cooking smoke. Three times the alarms were activated in error by workers in the buildings. Once the activation was caused by a detector malfunction, one activation was caused by smoke from a candle and another alarm sounded from smoke from a fireplace. Three carbon monoxide (CO) incidents occurred in December. CO, an odorless and colorless gas given off by improperly burning heating or cooking equipment, can be lethal at high levels. Each of these calls required a

full fire department response. Fire crews check the buildings with meters to determine the cause. On one of these calls small levels of CO were found due to a boiler malfunction. Fire crews evacuated the homes, shut the heating systems, and vented the homes. Another CO call turned out to actually be a malfunctioning smoke detector thought to be a CO detector. Four natural gas calls turned out to be problems with a water heater, a stove, and a furnace. Again, each of the three calls required a full fire department response. Fire crews checked the entire building with meters, isolate

the problem, vent the gas if needed and turn the scene over to PSE&G gas technicians if necessary. The Westwood Fire Department and Fire Prevention Bureau remind readers that according to the United States Fire Administration more fires happen in winter than at any other time of the year. During the cold months, we spend more time indoors and use different methods to heat our homes. It is important to keep fire safety in mind when you are heating your home. If you are using a portable heater: • Make sure the heater has an automatic shut-off so if it tips

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Neighbors Helping Neighbors Speaker Series

The Neighbors Helping Neighbors group, offering support, encouragement, and assistance for those who are unemployed or underemployed, meets twice a month on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the Westwood Library, 49 Park Ave. On Thursday, Jan. 23 at 6:30 p.m., Neighbors Helping Neighbors founder John Fugazzie inaugurates a speaking series on improving job skills and employ-

ment. All are welcome to attend. Founded in River Edge on Jan. 27, 2011 Neighbors Helping Neighbors has fostered a “pay it forward ” culture, holding a weekly meeting program that delivers training, leadership, personal accountability and a strong community-based volunteer culture. For more information, including the speakersʼ schedule, visit nhnusa.org or call the library at (201) 664-0583.

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told reporters after Jan. 13ʼs final 2019 voting session at the Statehouse. “We will pass this bill. This is about public health. Itʼs about protecting people.” Neither the state Senate nor Assembly took up the revised bill Jan. 13—which allowed private daycare and schools to accept

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unvaccinated children—mainly due to the Senateʼs inability to muster 21 votes to pass the measure. Both state chambers are required to approve the revised bill before sending it to Gov. Phil Murphy for his signature. Murphy has not said publicly whether he opposes or supports the legislation. Efforts to pass the bill ending

religious exemptions have occurred at least four times since mid-December, with hundreds of anti-vaxxers jamming meetings and protesting loudly at bill hearings. Most Americans pro-vaccine Nationwide, polls show between 86% to 90% of Americans support childhood vaccinations, though support appears

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Rec programs will keep you moving, creative

Getting 2020 off to a great start is easy when you get moving and harness your creativity with Westwood Recreation this winter! Online registration for all 2020 Winter Programs is open via the Community Pass link at westwoodnj.gov/179/recreation and in person at the Westwood Community Center. New for children this winter are Paint-a-Palooza, Lego Movie Making, and Dash Robotics complementing art, dance, piano, Soccer Squirts and indoor tennis. Fourth- and fifth-graders are invited to make new friends at the Afterschool Kids club, a free Friday afternoon program where participants can join in on games and activities such as basketball, air hockey, foosball and more. Middle school students, take

a teen art class, try knitting or tennis, or join tumbling or multisports afterschool programs. Adults, keep your 2020 fitness goals on track with yoga, basketball, and volleyball programs. The Special Needs Activity Program (SNAP) is enrolling for indoor soccer and art. This yearround program focuses on creating positive social and recreational experiences for children 3–21 who have physical or learning disabilities. Staff and volunteers work on skill-building with participants while emphasizing enjoy-

ment of the activities or sports. The SNAP brochure is at westwoodnj.gov/179/recreation. Register via Community Pass. Registration for the winter Forever Young Program (55+ adults) has begun. Download the latest newsletter at westwoodnj.gov/179/recreation, then register at the rec office at the Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave. For listings of all 2020 Winter Program classes, with their dates, times and fees, check out westwoodnj.gov/179/recreation.

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