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Emerson • Hillsdale • Montvale • Park Ridge • River Vale • Township of Washington • Westwood • Woodcliff Lake VOLUME 24 ISSUE 17

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Knights’ food drive gathers 300 bags for pantries

Washington Township Eagle Scout candidate Connor Munson plans to build a workout area at Clark Field. SEE PAGE 9

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Continued skirmishes on social media, at board meetings, and another letter from the districtʼs four local mayors continued to stir up opposition to the decision to drop the Pascack Valley districtʼs Cowboy and Indian mascots. While four mayors from towns served by Pascack Valley Regional High School District said

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Pictured outside the Helping Hand Food Pantry, located at the Hillsdale United Methodist Church, are knights and their young helpers. The Township of Washington Knights of tions of $300 were made. Sullivan offered, “My sincere thanks to all Columbus held its annual summer food drive The donations were delivered to the Help- who donated and to my brother knights, their on Saturday, June 27, with volunteers going ing Hand Food Pantry in Hillsdale and St. family members, and Boy Scouts from Troops door-to-door all over the township to pick up Andrewʼs Church in Westwood. 288 and 321 who worked on the drive. I espethe donations left on peopleʼs front porches. Co-chair Merlo said, “Jimmy and I would cially thank Kevin Lynch, retired CEO of OriGrand Knight Fran Sullivan commended like to say thanks to everyone who donated tani Bank, and the Oritani Charitable FoundaJim McPeak and Chuck Merlo, Food Drive co- their time to help and, of course, to the generos- tion for contributing $1,000 to cover the cost of chairmen, for another successful food drive and ity of the people of Washington Township who printing and mailing our food drive flyer that thanked the township residents who once again donated food. Itʼs always nice to see people was delivered to all Township residents. I also generously donated 300 bags of food and non- come together for a good cause, especially in extend our appreciation to Pascack Press for perishable items. In addition, monetary dona- this COVID-19 pandemic.” once again co-sponsoring the drive.” PHOTO COURTESY JIM DUGAN

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Westwood High School’s in-person graduation ceremony brought closure to an unusual year. SEE PAGE 11

This week in history, Pascack Valley residents lamented the cost of commuting.

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pened in the years since then, and is unwilling to consider that the current image of a Cowboy might make some students feel excluded. His judgments of Mrs. Schwartzmanʼs motivations and understanding of the subject were at best uncharitable, and could be described as libelous. Because of my involvement with community organizations and activities in both schools I have known Charleen Schwartzman for over 15 years. She is an intelligent, creative educator who works for both strong academics and an effective, inclusive school climate. She speaks strongly for what is correct, does not express uninformed viewpoints, and most definitely does not take positions simply to score political points. Pascack Hills is still not a very diverse school, but the number of students of color is much higher than in Mr. Friisʼ PH Class of 1979. Removing structures and symbols that imply any kind of

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SAIGE SOSKIN Township of Washington Soskin was nominated by Cantor Alan Sokoloff of Temple Emanuel of the Pascack Valley, where she is an active member. When the pandemic started, Soskin collected materials and made hundreds of masks on her sewing machine at home. She brought them to places like the Jewish Home Assisted Living in River Vale and urgent care walk-in centers across the district. ALEXANDER NAGY Montvale Al Nagy, honored posthumously, was nominated by Montvale Police Chief Joseph Sanfilippo. Attending the Zoom meeting was Nagyʼs wife of almost 50 years, Barbara, and other family members. Nagy passed away this past March. “Al led a life of selflessness, during which he always looked out

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Fifth District Hometown Heroes are nominated by leaders throughout our community—including our mayors, faith leaders, and first responders—as well as by friends, family members, and loved ones who believe that they truly deserve the title. These individuals come from all walks of life, but they all share an idea that is particularly special— they embody our Jersey Values and make our community such a special place to live, work, and raise a family. They are actively helping us build a more perfect union. We all should work to live up to their example.” Local recipients include Janelle Larghi of Park Ridge, Saige Soskin of the Township of Washington, and Alexander Nagy of Montvale, who was honored posthumously.

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Three Pascack Valley locals are among dozens of North Jersey residents hailed as Fifth District Hometown Heroes. At a virtual awards ceremony July 6, Rep. Josh Gottheimer (NJ5) hosted his Hometown Hero Awards, honoring those who he said have made outstanding contributions to the community. Awards were presented to first responders, veterans, students, search and rescuers, life-saving bystanders, volunteers, teachers, and community leaders to recognize their dedication to improving the lives of their neighbors, families, and all Jersey residents. The event took place on Zoom, with honorees tuning in mostly from their homes, and Gottheimer from his office. “We are lucky to have so many unsung heroes in our communities, whose quiet power of service goes on every day without the recognition they truly deserve. They just do it because they care. Today is their day,” said Gottheimer. “These

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Social distancing? Men stand on the track side of the Hillsdale Railroad Station, facing what would now be the Wendy’s parking lot, 120 years ago. In the background on the right is the Hillsdale House hotel, still standing today at the corner of Hillsdale Avenue and Broadway. (Did you notice the man sitting on the ground, peeking around the corner?) Photo from the archives of the Pascack Historical Society

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“Commuters of towns along the New Jersey and New York branch of the Erie, including Hillsdale, Park Ridge and Westwood, are signing a petition asking the railroad company to give to the commuters on this branch the same rate of commutation as prevails on the main line,” begins an article printed in the Wall Street Journalʼs railroad news column 120 years ago this week, on July 14, 1900. The rate for commuters on the local line was $7.35 a month—a sum unthinkable to those who regularly take the train in 2020! However, figuring inflation, that amount would actually

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be equivalent to around $225 in todayʼs money. The commuters noted that to travel the same distance on Erieʼs main line, the monthly fare was only $6. Thereʼs no word of them ever securing the rate reduction. At the time, the phenomenon of the commuter was still a relatively new one in this area. In fact, the word “commuter” itself was a fairly recent addition to the English lexicon. On Christmas Eve of 1869, the first train pulled into Hillsdale, the regionʼs inaugural stop on the New Jersey and New York Railroadʼs Pascack Valley Line. Within three years, stations had also been built in Etna (Emerson), Westwood, Hillsdale Manor (a second stop in town, this one farther north), Woodcliff Lake, Park Ridge and Montvale.

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What had long been a remote farming region was now connected to the outside world. The trip to New York City had previously taken hours in each direction by horse-drawn wagon and ferry. Isolated from the East Coastʼs hub of commerce, the Pascack Valley had been sparsely populated and little developed. Land could be purchased for a pittance. The small number of families all knew each other, and farming was their way of life. With the coming of the railroad, land speculators realized the regionʼs potential. The man of the house could now commute to New York City by day, while his family could live far from the hustle and bustle, where the water and air were clean. Many of the well-to-do kept country estates in the Pascack Valley, in addition to Publisher Assistant Editor Art Director Director of Advertising

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their homes in New York City. Speculators bought up acreage from farmers, subdivided it, and built homes from the railroad depots outward. The price of land increased exponentially. With that, the Pascack Valley became a suburb. One real estate ad published in the Brooklyn Daily Eagle in 1900 advertises a five-room cottage on 3 acres in Hillsdale, a five-minute walk from the station, for $2,900. Pascack Valley property was often advertised to New Yorkers in those days, and the ads typically mention the distance to the station—an important factor for the commuter. Another ad from the same newspaper tells of a 54-acre farm with an eight-room house, barn, granary, apple orchard and large stream for $3,500.

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Opposing legal arguments over whether the Park Ridge affordable housing special masterʼs recommendation to dramatically increase housing density on a 30-acre former Sony property were justified may occur in midJuly, but appear likely to be postponed to late July or August, according to the boroughʼs special counsel. The now nearly five-year-old affordable housing settlement negotiation had been headed for a Superior Court trial before Judge Gregg Padovano in late March. However, it was detoured by special master Frank Bansichʼs 11thhour recommendations and the Covid-19 pandemic. The latest legal wrangling began when Banisch filed a report recommending housing density on the 30-acre Sony site be increased to 35 dwelling units per acre. This represented an increase from the 12–15 units per acre that Park Ridge alleges he previously recommended for multifamily housing during meetings with the borough over nearly five years of negotiations. The Banisch report was issued two weeks before a scheduled affordable housing trial set to begin in March. In it, Banisch

The former Sony Electronics Campus in Park Ridge and Montvale—now owned by Hornrock properties.

calls for the borough to fulfill a third-round (1999-2025) affordable obligation of 225 units as opposed to the 81-unit “realistic development potential,” or RDP, that Park Ridge proposed in its 2018 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan.

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That plan had been criticized, analyzed and argued about by Fair Share Housing Center, a statewide advocate for low-income housing, and Hornrock Properties, LLC, a Park Ridge developer that previously proposed up to 972 multifamily housing units on the former 30-acre Sony site. Almost all surrounding towns in northeast Bergen County have settled affordable housing obligations, including nearby Montvale and Woodcliff Lake. Both towns settled in late 2017. Montvale also approved a multifamily high-density development, with affordable housing, on an adjacent 7-acre site, former Sony property. Scott Reynolds, Park Ridgeʼs affordable housing special counsel, told Pascack Press July 1 that the June dates for oral arguments by both sides in the boroughʼs continuing legal battle were postponed due to Covid-19 related court restrictions and attorney conflicts with June hearing dates. Reynolds said the borough filed motions in March to disqualify Banisch based on his lastminute recommendation to increase the siteʼs housing density. Moreover, the motion called for the borough to be able to “depose” Banisch should Superior Court Judge Gregg Padovano deny their motion to disqualify Banisch and disallow his recommendation. Moreover, Reynolds said the borough also needs time to respond to “opposition papers” recently filed by an attorney for Banisch, who rejected the boroughʼs motion to disqualify the special masterʼs recommendation. He said it was up to Padovano whether oral arguments occur in mid-July or later summer. Reynolds said his response to

Banischʼs attorneyʼs defense will cite handwritten notes based on phone conversations and meetings held with Bansich over years. Reynolds said Banisch “consistently told me” a housing density of 12–15 units per acre for the Sony site was acceptable. If a case conference or oral arguments are held in July or August, the hearing will likely be broadcast via an online link from Bergen County Superior Court. In Banischʼs opposition memo filed by attorney Howard D. Cohen, Somerset, the attorney states why the masterʼs recommendation should be followed. “Simply stated, Park Ridge is unhappy that the Hornrock site (ʻHornrockʼ), formerly occupied by Sony, has substantially more usable area than alleged by the Borough. The Borough is also unhappy the Master recommended the Hornrock site be zoned at a density of 35 du/a and concluded Park Ridge is not entitled to a Adjustment Land Vacant (ʻVLAʼ),” states Banischʼs legal response. “In substance, Park Ridge wants to effectively reduce the potential number of housing units at Hornrock from 823 with a 20% set aside of 165 affordable units to 225 units with a 20% set aside of 45 affordable units. In the guise of the Motion, Park Ridge seeks to nullify the Masterʼs recommendations,” notes the Banisch filing. “The (Park Ridge) Motion stems from erroneous conclusions about the amount of developable land on Hornrock, i.e. 18.8 acres vs. 23.5 in the Masterʼs report; underestimation of density 12 du/a vs. 35du/a; rejection of Masterʼs recommendations and underlying planning rationale; and fundamen-

tal misperception of the role and responsibilities of the Master in affordable housing cases generally and as applied to this case,” states Banischʼs court filing. The 16-page “memorandum of law” opposing the borough motion to disqualify the special master, strike his report, and begin “discovery” directed at the masterʼs report cites four key points defending the special master. The memo alleges Park Ridge “ignores the Masterʼs role and responsibilities” and seeks removal “because it disagrees with the Masterʼs recommendations”; and that nothing “in the record” supports disqualifying the master or striking his report. The memo states the master relied on facts and data to support his opinions and they were not unsupported or “net opinions” as Park Ridge charges. It provides seven reasons that the master relied on to formulate his opinion to increase dwelling units per acre, including an analysis of developable land, development on the Montvale portion of the Hornrock property, plus a “recalculation” of land eligible for “realistic development potential.” Banisch recalculated RDP to include 23.5 acres of the 30-acre former Sony site, which at 35 dwelling units per acre and a 20 percent set-aside for affordable units totals 165 affordable units on site. The new Sony site RDP calculation permits about 823 total housing units. Bansichʼs defense also says that Park Ridgeʼs “application for discovery should be denied” based on six reasons including “at no time did the Master make any representations as to the approvable density on Hornrock. At best, there were without prejudice discussions and efforts at mediation which are inadmissible,” states the filing. It notes that the Fairness Hearing is the proper venue for Park Ridge to contest any facts it wishes that underlie the Masterʼs report conclusions. “Seeking document discovery of other matters in which the Master has served is nothing more than an unjustified fishing expedition that is not calculated to result in anything that would lead to relevant evidence admissible at trial,” states Banischʼs memo. “If Park Ridge wanted to seek discovery of the more than 50 affordable housing cases, most of which post dated the 2015 Mount Laurel IV decision, it had more than sufficient time to seek discovery since commencement of this action on June 29, 2015,” the memo adds. According to his legal certification, Banisch has served as a court-appointed special master in over 50 affordable housing cases over the last 15 years.

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EMERSON 20 Palisade Ave. (201) 261-5604 emersonlibrary.org • Beginning July 6, visit the Emerson Memory Garden for a StoryWalk! StoryWalk is an innovative and delightful way for children—and adults!—to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. The Emerson Memory Garden is next to the library. After visiting, parents/guardians may collect a Grab & Go craft bag at the library that ties in with each book theme. Registration is required online for each weekly craft bag. One craft bag per child, per week, for Emerson kids in Pre-K through sixth grade. Doorside pickup times are Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (ring the doorbell). This weekʼs StoryWalk book is “Dough Knights and Dragons” by Dee Leone. The Grab & Go craft is a coat of arms. • Baby & Me, for newborns through age 2, takes place on Facebook Live Tuesday, July 14 from 11:30 a.m. to noon. An introduction to songs, dance and finger

plays with stuffed animals and rhymes. Meets every Tuesday. • Bendy Bookworm Storytime for ages 2-5 meets on Facebook Live Wednesday, July 15 from 10:30–11 a.m. A twist to traditional storytime, weaving traditional yoga poses and energy exercises together with story books and rhymes that will bring a new physical element to literacy; teaching focus, attention, and body awareness/control. • Jiggly Wiggly, for babies up to age 2, is on Facebook Live Friday, July 17 from 10:30–11 a.m. An introduction to dance and instruments where families will sing, dance, and play while making musical memories. MONTVALE 12 Mercedes Drive, Suite 100 (201) 391-5090 montvalelibrarynj.org • The Montvale Public Library is pleased to announce the return of its annual summer reading program, “Imagine Your Story.” The program is open to readers of all ages. Register

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PARK RIDGE 51 Park Ave. (201) 391-5151 parkridge.bccls.org • Join Miss Eileen every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for Facebook Live/Zoomʼs Book It Club! Each week there will be a different themed session with books, activities and crafts you can do at home. For kids grades K-3. Find the group on Facebook at Park Ridge Public Library-NJ. • Lunchtime Crafts with Miss Renee takes place every Tuesday at 12:30 on the libraryʼs Facebook page. You must call the library the Monday before the craft to reserve your craft kit and it must be picked up that day. All ages are invited to participate as Miss Renee walks you through making a

fun craft at home! • Science Explorers with Miss Eileen meets Wednesdays at 10 a.m. on Facebook Live/Zoom all summer long. Kids will explore and learn more about our amazing world. Books, fun-filled activities and experiments on a variety of topics will be enjoyed. • Miss Sherri presents Storytime on Facebook Live/Zoom every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs and craft designed for toddlers through kindergartners. • Amara Wagner is back for more live cooking from her home kitchen when Cooking LIVE with Amara comes to Facebook Live/Zoom Wednesday, July 15 from 7-8 p.m. Over the past few months, Amara has brought sessions on delicious cooking from our freezers, cooking for immunity and cooking for healthy summer skin.

RIVER VALE 412 Rivervale Road (201) 391-2323 rivervalelibrary.org • Kids and teens ages 9-14 are invited to a Virtual Sewing Workshop with Ellen Brown on Tuesday, July 14 from 5:30-6:10 p.m. Learn how to create your own mini journal, using different fabrics and cool stitches to make the cover. Elastic keeps your place and keeps it closed. This program will be held through Zoom. Registration is required. Zoom meeting ID number will be sent three hours before the meeting time via your event reminder email. Visit the libraryʼs website for the materials list. • Music with Miss Nita, for River Vale residents ages 6 months to 4 years, is Friday, July 17 from 11:30 a.m. to noon on Zoom. This

program is about sharing songs, playing instruments, and enjoying rhythm in a relaxed, playful, family-style class. Registration is required. Zoom meeting ID number will be sent three hours before the event start time via your event reminder email. • Tenafly Nature Center will present a special virtual program, Creatures of the Night, Monday, July 20 from 3–3:30 p.m. River Vale residents ages 5 and up are invited to discover what makes an animal nocturnal and what they need to survive. Meet several live animals who are most active at dawn, dusk, or night. This program will be held through Zoom. Registration is required. Zoom meeting ID number will be sent three hours before the event start time via your event reminder email. • A Summer Virtual Book Club meeting for second and third graders is set for Tuesday, July 21 at 4 p.m. The group will be discussing “Rosie Revere And The Raucous Riveters” by Andrea Beaty, available on Hoopla and Libby. The program will be held through Zoom. Registration is required. Zoom meeting ID number will be sent three hours before the event start time via your event reminder email. TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON 144 Woodfield Road (201) 664-4586 twpofwashingtonpl.org • On Mondays at 2 p.m., join librarian Allyssa Battaglia for Movie Chat on Facebook Live. She will be chatting about CONTINUED ON PAGE 23

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NV District trustee resigns over ‘blackface’ photos BY MICHAEL OLOHAN CORRESPONDENT

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member of Ellerʼs Northern Valley Old Tappan graduating class, he immediately apologized for the misstep. The anonymous emailer said they were not saying Eller was racist, but that “his tasteless actions from the past should not allow him to serve as a public servant.” That sentiment was seconded by hundreds of callers to the July 1 Northern Valley school board meeting who called on Eller to resign, several recounting personal stories of racist behavior and attitudes directed at them as minority students in Northern Valley high schools. The district operates

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Education also understands that it must take immediate action to address any and all forms of racism and discrimination that exist in the Northern Valley School District,” said the school board statement. The statement was signed by all eight remaining board members. It was not immediately clear when a replacement for Eller might join the board. The board members said they “directed” district administrators to form a task force “to implement all necessary measures to ensure that the Northern Valley School District becomes a fully inclusive and supportive educational environment where all students and staff are celebrated and respected regardless of their race, religion, ethnicity, disability, and/or sexual orientation.” Recently at a Feb. 11 Northern Valley Old Tappan versus Teaneck freshmen basketball game, the Teaneck players were removed from the court with only minutes remaining due to alleged racial slurs uttered by NVOT players. Teaneckʼs coach Owen Barnes said then he pulled his players off the court because the racist taunts continued unstopped by referees and opposing coaches. However, Northern Valley coaches and officials said they were not aware of any reports of inappropriate language. Superintendent. James Santana said then that details of any investigations conducted would be released once concluded, but no final reports or conclusions were received by Pascack Press. Efforts to determine investigation results were not returned by press time. For years, the use of blackface has been considered offensive and racist to African Americans.

Major personalities such as Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel have recently apologized for skits where they used blackface and episodes of popular shows including “30 Rock” have been nixed due to past use of blackface. In neighboring Pascack Valley Regional High School District, where the school board recently eliminated its Cowboy and Indian mascots due to their lack of inclusiveness and equity, the board faced strong pushback from some residents and students, including calls to rescind the decision by the four mayors of towns served by the district. The mayors and other residents claimed that the public was not given an adequate opportunity to provide input before the decision was made to “retire” the mascots. Since the death of George Floyd, a black Minneapolis resident killed by a white police officer, civil unrest and weeks-long protests—often led by Black Lives Matter activists—have followed nationwide and in North Jersey communities, including Teaneck, Englewood, Ridgewood and Woodcliff Lake. All nearby protests have been peaceful but some elsewhere have devolved into mayhem, burglary and arson. Almost all marches/rallies have been bolstered by large turnouts of white supporters of Black Lives Matter, comprising a multi-racial movement for change. The protesters have been marching for an end to police brutality against black people, a heightened sensitivity to and end to racist behaviors, and an end to systemic racism in areas such as housing and employment.

In-person graduation brings closure to school year

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It was a school year that saw the Westwood High School senior class miss out on so much. After sharing classrooms and hallways in many cases since kindergarten, lifelong friends lost out on their final few months together, and the memories they would have made, before heading off to colleges all over the country. July 6, the date slated for the kidsʼ long-awaited in-person graduation, initially looked like it was going to be another disappointment. The afternoon brought a deluge of rain, high winds, and even a bout of hail. However, in the end, the clouds parted. That evening the red-and-white clad Cardinal graduates filed onto the football field and took their seats, each several feet apart. To open the ceremony, Gabriella Dunay sang a beautiful rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” after which the graduates heard from class president Kayla Schwarz. “Nobody will ever forget the class of 2020. The question is, how do we want to be remembered?” asked Schwarz during her speech. “Letʼs make it so that we arenʼt just the seniors who lost our year. Weʼre the seniors who made a difference. We we born during the 9/11 attacks, and weʼre graduating high school during a worldwide pandemic. Like it or not, we have already made history.” This yearʼs valedictorian was Franchesca Doell, who is off to Princeton this fall to study engineering. “The world we are entering is a beautiful place, but there is much work to be done. Social jus-

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tice, environmental change, and educational equity are just some of the places to start,” Doell said. “In a world filled with technological advances, we should expect the unexpected, as jobs that donʼt exist today will be created by the technology of tomorrow.” She spoke of the importance of the relationships gained during high school—with peers, teachers, faculty and coaches. “As we leave high school, letʼs not forget, but embrace the relationships that weʼve created,” she told her classmates. “It is the strength of these relationships that has heightened our individual power. Iʼm confident that each of our individual powers combined will make a difference that will change the world.” Robert Lomer delivered the

senior class address, reflecting, “It feels like just the other day I was graduating fifth grade and moving up to be with the bigger kids in the middle school. And now [we are] getting ready just like every other Westwood class before us, to slide our tassels over, and throw our caps in the air to celebrate us moving on to bigger and better things. Except this time itʼs not the same.” He added a dose of humor as he recalled feeling sorry for the class of 2019 when their graduation had been moved indoors due to rain. “I would have never expected that I was going to have to hope that we have a graduation ceremony at all. I would have never expected to not be able to have senior events like prom, a senior prank day, senior track season or

even senior field day. I would have never expected that my senior year would end at 12:16 on March 13,” he said, later adding, “We all truly had to learn that tomorrow as we know it is not a guarantee. And yet, instead of complaining about it, we understood that sometimes we have to let go of these things in order to help our towns, our state, and our country get through this period of our history.” In the same vein, Principal Frank Connelly urged the graduates, “Do not let this experience define who you are, or who you become in a negative way. In fact,

I challenge each and every one of you to become a better person because of it.” He told them, “You are the class of 2020. This now has more meaning than anyone could ever imagine.” Instead of the traditional walk up to the podium to receive a diploma, the kids took turns standing as their names were read. After tossing their caps, social distancing was momentarily out the window as the senior class, kept apart for months, converged into a huddle and friends embraced.

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inviting atmosphere in which to enjoy the arts, even if itʼs just for a few minutes while shopping or longer while enjoying a meal outside. All performers and performances will adhere to social distancing guidelines. Artists bookings based on application and slot availability. For more information or to apply, please see www.celebratewestwood.org.

WEEKLY FOOD DISTRIBUTION NOW ON FRIDAY AFTERNOONS

As the summer heat is now upon us, Parkside Community Church would like the community to know that their weekly food distribution events are now on Fridays from 4:30–7 p.m. Anyone who is in need of food may come during this time and receive an assortment of pantry staples as well as fresh vegetables, dairy, bakery items, bread on more depending. These food distribution

events have been made possible by an ongoing partnership with Connex4NPO, a New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation that rescues food sources like Trader Joeʼs and receives surplus produce from Marvel Produce. While identification is not required, anyone who comes to the event for food will need to provide their contact information. Donations of non-perishable

items are needed on a regular basis and may be dropped off in the donation box in front of the church located at 545 Fourth Ave. in Westwood. They are also in need of paper and plastic bags for bagging up the food to give out during the distribution events. For additional information, contact Lisa Bontemps at lisab.ww4allages@gmail.com.

Ice cream is a go-to dessert in warm weather. Creamy, cold and refreshing, ice cream makes for the perfect complement to a hot afternoon. Ice cream can be served in various ways, including in a cup, on a cone, in sundae form accompanied by a bevy of favorite toppings, or mounded on a hot waffle. This cool treat is also stupendous in shakes or as the a-la-mode when served alongside pies and cakes. Thereʼs just no end to the ways ice cream can be enjoyed. While itʼs perfectly acceptable to head to the nearest supermarket freezer section for a pint or two of the cold stuff, many people overestimate how much work goes into making ice cream at home. Anyone can whip up their own custom flavors and keep the freezer stocked with fresh desserts. Start with base ingredients for basic vanilla ice cream, courtesy of The Food Network, and then customize with creativity.

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Retirement Account (SEP IRA) was once the most cost-effective choice. Then the Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees (SIMPLE IRA) became a viable alternative. Today you may find that a defined benefit or 401(k) plan best suits your needs. To make an informed decision on which plan is right for your business, review the differences carefully before you choose. • Simplified Employee Pension Individual Retirement Account (SEP IRA). This plan is flexible, easy to set up, and has

low administrative costs. An employer signs a plan adoption agreement, and IRAs are set up for each eligible employee. When choosing this plan, keep in mind that it does not allow employees to save through payroll deductions, and contributions are immediately 100% vested. The maximum an employer can contribute each year is 25% of an employeeʼs eligible compensation, up to a maximum of $280,000 for 2019. However, the contribution for any individual cannot exceed

$56,000 in 2019. Employer contributions are typically discretionary and may vary from year to year. With this plan, the same formula must be used to calculate the contribution amount for all eligible employees, including any owners. Eligible employees include those who are age 21 and older and those employed (both part time and full time) for three of the last five years. • Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees (SIMPLE). If you want a plan that encourages employees to save for retirement, a SIMPLE IRA might be appropriate for you. In order to select this plan, you must have 100 or fewer eligible employees who earned $5,000 or more in compensation in the preceding year and have no other employer-sponsored retirement plans to which contributions were made or accrued during that calendar year. There are no annual IRS filings or complex paperwork, and employer contributions are tax deductible for your business. The plan encourages employees to save for retirement through payroll deductions; contributions are immediately 100% vested. The maximum salary deferral limit to a SIMPLE IRA plan cannot exceed $13,000 for 2019. If an employee is 50 or older before Dec. 31, then an additional catchup contribution of $3,000 is permitted. 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 compensation (limited to $280,000 for 2019). All participants in the plan must be notified of the employerʼs decision each year no later than Nov. 2 for the upcoming year. • Defined benefit pension plan. This type of a plan may be a good solution for a profitable company with stable cash flow with intentions of benefitting employees over the age of 40. This type of plan can also help build savings quickly. It generally produces a much larger taxdeductible contribution for your business than a defined contribution plan; however, annual contributions are employer mandatory since each participant is promised a monthly benefit at retirement age. Since this plan is more complex to administer, the services of an enrolled actuary are required. All plan assets must be held in a pooled account, and your employees cannot direct their investments. Certain factors affect an

employerʼs contribution for a plan, such as current value of the plan assets, the ages of employees, date of hire, and compensation. A participating employee with a large projected benefit and only a few years until normal retirement age generates a large contribution because there is little time to accumulate the necessary value to produce the stated benefit at retirement. The maximum annual benefit at retirement is the lesser of 100% of the employeeʼs compensation or $225,000 per year in 2019 (indexed for inflation). This plan design should only be considered with the intention of funding for a minimum of five years. • 401(k) plans. This plan may be right for your company if you want to motivate your employees to save towards retirement and give them a way to share in the firmʼs profitability. 401(k) plans are best suited for companies seeking flexible contribution methods. When choosing this plan type, keep in mind that the employee and employer have the ability to make contributions. The maximum salary deferral limit for a 401(k) plan is $19,000 for 2019. If an employee is age 50 or older before Dec. 31, then an additional catch-up contribution of $6,000 is permitted. The maximum amount you, as the employer, can contribute is 25% of the eligible employeeʼs total compensation (capped at $280,000 for 2019). Individual allocations for each employee cannot exceed the lesser of 100% of compensation or $56,000 in 2019 ($62,000 if age 50 or older). The allocation of employer profit-sharing contributions can be skewed to favor older employees, if using age-weighted and new comparability features. Generally, IRS Forms 5500 and 5500-EZ (along with applicable schedules) must be filed each year. Once you have reviewed your businessʼs goals and objectives, check with your financial advisor to evaluate the best retirement plan option for your financial situation. Written by/for Wells Fargo Advisors and provided courtesy of Eric Kohlmeier, senior financial advisor, managing director— investments in Park Ridge, (201) 505-0472. Investments in securities and insurance products are not FDIC-insured/not bank-guaranteed/may lose value. Wells Fargo Advisors, LAC, Member SIPS, is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company.

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Township tab OK’d; estimated taxes surprise residents including our own local government, have been delayed and been taking extra steps to address finances in light of the ever changing circumstances of this epidemic and the financial impacts it has created. Therefore, definite amounts from both our own and other agencies, that the town collects and disseminates the taxes for, were not available in time for the Town to submit the actual amounts for the next four quarters,” explained Calamari. Councilman DeSena, who voted against the municipal budget, turned to Facebook before the vote to express dissatisfaction. “I am very disgusted in the tax bill format, a lot of missing information, very different from all my prior years living in the township for 23 years,” he wrote on June 27. He noted the “estimated tax burden to the township is not even close to what was presented by the budget sessions. We need answers

the decision to remove the longstanding mascots “seemed precipitous,” the district said the decision to do so was “a process that has been ongoing for 16 years.” The regional board decided June 22 to remove the Cowboy mascot from Pascack Hills High School and the Indian mascot from Pascack Valley. Immediately, social media comments against the decision exploded and within days nearly 2,000 comments (some inappropriate) were posted, an informal protest took place in front of Pascack Hills High School to retain the Cowboy mascot, and over 500 participants listened to the June 25 board meeting, where dozens expressed heartfelt pro and con viewpoints. The mayors of Hillsdale, River Vale, Montvale and Woodcliff Lake sent a second letter to the regional board criticizing the decision for not allowing full community input. Moreover, they called out some emails they received that labeled them as “racists” simply for criticizing the BOEʼs decision-making process. “[The emails] accused us of being complicit in supporting racism for merely having criticized the BOEʼs process. These baseless charges undermine their credibility and contribute to the current dividedness that exists today on so many issues. Their emails exhibit a form of stereotyping that they claimed to oppose. Their insistence that others agree with their view or otherwise be labeled as racists has the effect of shutting down discourse through intimidation. It is reminiscent of the Joe McCarthy era from the 1950s,” wrote the mayors.

In its detailed response, the board addressed the mayorsʼ concerns. “The Boardʼs recent decision to retire the traditional nicknames of the high schools is consistent with our responsibilities and this goal. While some have criticized that this significant decision seems to have come without careful consideration, to the contrary, this is a process that has been ongoing for 16 years. Discussions regarding the logos and nicknames began in earnest in 2004 and 2005 as both Pascack Valley and Pascack Hills debated these issues,” said the boardʼs statement, posted on the district website. “Over the years, but even more so in recent times, it became clear in no uncertain terms that a significant number of our administrators, staff, current students, alumni, and members of the community are not supportive of the traditional nicknames, and are offended, marginalized, and/or embarrassed by the nicknames and mascots,” said the statement. The board statement said the Cowboy and Indian mascots “offend a significant portion of our school communities [and] cannot be endorsed and continued as a policy of the District.” It said their decision “was not, and could not be, reached based on popularity or polls; rather, the decision is founded on principles.” Previously the board said it would form a task force at both schools to solicit ideas for new mascots. The debate and divisiveness over the removal of the mascots has also drawn commentary related to the culture at Pascack Valley. One longtime Pascack Valley girls basketball coach, Jeff Jasper,

penned an op-ed on northjersey.com about the school culture. “There is a joke culture, one where kids use racial epithets and homophobic slurs and say, ʻBut we are friends.ʼ We have some athletes who use the terms during games and say, ʻNo harm, no foul—it happened during competition.ʼ Words have meaning,” Jasper wrote. “In essays written by my students about their reflections on George Floyd and Black Lives Matter, many referred to the joke culture and realize that it must stop,” noted Jasper. “And as much as we teachers confront, comfort and work to educate, we need the support of the home environment. Parents should wonder if their actions and words matter as well,” Jasper wrote. While dozens of passionate callers—pro and con—made their voices heard during the June 22 and June 25 board meetings, voices spoke loudly on both sides. In a June 25 article in The Smoke Signal, Pascack Valley High Schoolʼs e-paper, the paper collected diverse commentary from that dayʼs board meeting. “We need to start somewhere. This is a high school where we look to develop our core values, not a place to promote racism,” said senior Delia Collis. And from Montvale resident Robert Smilari: “Changing the mascot does not change racism or hate in any way. Itʼs just going to continue until the individual has to change from within.” In its online letter, the board cited four key reasons for its decision. These include: multiple

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from the administration,” he added. Resident Diane Grimaldi, a Zoning Board member, noted on Facebook that her estimated tax bill was up by about $400 for 2020. She said she hoped the state would not be imposing any more property tax increases “on top of what we already pay.” At the June 29 council meeting, officials said that any cost adjustments that needed to be made based on the higher estimated tax bills would be made on fourth quarter bills, payable by Nov. 1. Council President Stacey Feeney said June 29 that she received some phone calls from residents concerned about estimated tax bills, which will be adjusted on fourth quarter bills once final budget figures are in. She said final tax rates based on the county budget may not be known until August, with Bergen County due to adopt its budget July 29. Under questioning from resident Anthony Conte, Feeney said

the township has reached out to other towns to discuss sharedservice opportunities to help reduce local taxes. Both Feeney and Calamari declined to reveal names of towns being considered. Calamari said the town budget includes taxes paid to Westwood Regional School District, the public library and township public services. He said the municipal tax bill disbursement in 2019 was: Westwood Regional School District, 64 percent; Township expenses, 23.5 percent; Bergen County, 11 percent; and the public library, 1.5 percent. His list of local services paid for by 23.5 percent included police and fire protection, parks, buildings and grounds maintenance, tax collection, administration, Municipal Court, Building Department, Code Enforcement, Planning and Zoning boards, and some capital and infrastructure projects.

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While some residents expressed frustration with unfamiliar estimated tax invoices arriving in local mailboxes—with higher-than-expected third-quarter bills—the Township Council passed a municipal budget June 29 that keeps local tax increases to under $80 for an average homeowner, said the townshipʼs mayor. Although the 2020 municipal budget was introduced unanimously June 2, the $13.65 million budget narrowly passed 3-2 on June 29, with members Michael DeSena and Steven Cascio turning thumbs down. Neither DeSena nor Cascio responded to Pascack Pressʼ requests for comment. Nor did either elaborate on their votes at the end of a 90-minute meeting June 29. According to Mayor Peter

Calamari via a Facebook post, the council-approved budget will mean a municipal increase of $79 for an average home assessed at $465,000. He also addressed the higher estimated tax bills and unfamiliar tax bill format being sent to local taxpayers. “The Tax Collector had to create an estimated tax amount based upon their training and education and experience. This is also why there is no detailed distribution breakdown on the estimated bills. When the Tax Collector has the true and accurate amounts from all the agencies that receive money from your tax bill, a full detail will be provided like it always is on the actual bills,” wrote Calamari. Both the mayor and officials attributed the estimated tax bills, unfamiliar tax bill format, and delays in sending out tax bills to budget uncertainties caused by Covid-19-related impacts. “All levels of government,

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suggesting wearing masks, but some states are mandating it as well. Even though most of the research is showing that masks do not protect you from the virus, it is still encouraged because it may help in preventing you from spreading this novel coronavirus to others. However, although wearing a mask is good to help prevent the spread to others, there are many other things to consider while wearing the masks to prevent yourself from getting the virus, as well. Many doctors are reporting that transmission of the virus is when your exposed hands touch your mouth, nose, or eye, so if you keep fiddling around with your mask and consequently you touch one of those body parts, it can increase your chances of contraction. It is important to understand that most people do not know how to properly handle these masks. Doctors have been trained for years on how to use the mask in a sterile environment and replace their masks frequently to prevent contamination. They do not walk around in public with masks, pulling it out of a dirty bag or pocket, and putting it on their face. The majority of people do not properly wash their hands immediately before putting it on, and also, they touch the wrong part of the mask when putting it on as well. If you drive to the supermarket, park your car, check your cell phone, and then put your mask on without proper sterilization and hand washing, you are actually putting yourself more at risk, when you think you are more protected. Make sure you store your mask in a sterile environment, wash your hands before putting it

on, use the ear strap to put it on, and do not keep playing around with it once you place it on your face. Another risk of wearing the masks is called hypercapnia. This means you are getting too much carbon dioxide because you are rebreathing your exhaled air. If you are at work all day and you have to wear a mask, make sure you take lots of breaks. Go outside and breathe some fresh air at least once an hour even if itʼs just for 30 seconds. If you cannot go outside, take a “bathroom break” and find a safe open area where you can breathe without your mask and you are not risking contaminating anyone else. If you breathe in too much carbon dioxide, this may result in anxiety, headache, daytime sluggishness or sleepiness, shortness of breath, nausea, confusion, depression, and even trouble seeing. Too much carbon dioxide will also negatively impact your health by creating an acidic environment, as well. Your normal blood pH is typically around 7.4. Hypercapnia may result in acidosis which is characterized by a pH of 7.35 or lower. Other symptoms that may also occur if you are too acidic is lack of appetite, jaundice, rapid heart rate, and smelly breath. A lot of people think that because doctors and nurses have been wearing masks for so long that the masks are completely safe. Remember that medical professionals are used to wearing masks all day long for many years so their bodies have adapted to it. For the average person, all of sudden wearing a mask all day long may decrease oxygen levels which possibly may result in hypoxia, or decreased oxygen levels. This may culminate into memory loss, reduced ability to

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Letters to the editor under the guise of protesting hate. In fact, we continue to enjoy positive relationships with the vast majority of our residents. We are the men and women who stood tall over these past few months during the health pandemic and put ourselves and our families at risk when your calls came in. We are the men and women who donated meals to our healthcare heroes. We are the men and women whose children sit with yours in school. We are the men and women who volunteer to coach your childrenʼs sports teams. We are the men and women who teach your children DARE/LEAD, who run our Junior Police Academies, who volunteer at community events, who stop to throw a ball or buy lemonade from your children. Please remember, and remind your children, that Police Officers in the Pascack Valley are your friends—not your enemies. Thank you for taking the time to read this. Stay safe and be kind to one another. Hillsdale PBA Local 207 Montvale PBA Local 303 Pascack Valley PBA Local 206

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Note: This letter was submitted strictly by members of the PBA and

not by nor sanctioned by their respective police departments or town governments, nor is it submitted in their capacity as police officers.

Mayors say BOE’s process, timing wrong

To the editor: The controversy over the decision by the PVRHS Board of Education to replace the “Indian” and “Cowboy” mascots involves two questions: (1) what are the substantive issues that argue pro or con, and (2) did the BOEʼs process for making the decision on such a high profile issue allow for full community input. The mayors of the four towns sought to address only the second issue in our joint letter to the BOE. We asked the BOE to reconsider the decision using a more transparent and inclusive process. We thought it improper for the BOE to have made such an important decision when the school year was over, when students were unable to assemble, when “in-person” meetings with the BOE were not an option, and when citizens were preoccupied with cop-

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ing with the disruptive social and economic effects of the pandemic. Furthermore, the final 26page June 22 agenda was not posted until June 22, with a discussion of mascots listed on the last page. Even if you were lucky enough to notice that, few observers would have been aware that a decision would be rendered at that meeting. The approximate 40 students, teachers, and alumni who spoke in favor of the change had coordinated their presentations for maximum effect and made a plausible case for change, at least in the case of the “Indian” mascot. However, the BOEʼs decision to proceed with elimination of both mascots seemed precipitous, given the certainty that the decision would be viewed unfavorably by a significant portion of students and alumni. It was a lost opportunity for the BOE to have a community dialogue. Thatʼs why we wrote to the BOE in the hope that they would suspend their decision until the whole community could be heard in a more normalized environment. Unfortunately, the BOE has decided to stay with their decision, convinced that it reflects societal changes in how the mascots should be viewed. However valid that view is, the process they followed causes us and many residents to shake our heads in disbelief. Equally discouraging were the emails received by us from some members of the public who favored eliminating the mascots after we made our request to the BOE. They accused us of being complicit in supporting racism for merely having criticized the BOEʼs process. These baseless charges undermine their credibility and contribute to the current dividedness that exists today on so many issues. Their emails exhibit a form of stereotyping that they claimed to oppose. Their insistence that others agree with their view or otherwise be labeled as racists has the effect of shutting down discourse through intimidation. It is reminiscent of the Joe McCarthy era from the 1950ʼs. Mayor Michael Ghassali Montvale Mayor Glen Jasionowski River Vale Mayor Carlos Rendo Woodcliff Lake Mayor John Ruocco Hillsdale

all employees in full, even if they are not required to work. Teachers and some administrators are working, but so are parents who are forced to fill in, despite many still working themselves. The law also requires schools to continue to pay all vendors. For example, we are paying for school buses that are just sitting idle. Locally, most towns decided to pay everyone, even though some, including union workers, were told to stay home and did not work. They did not take advantage of furloughing employees, which could have kept many employees financially whole with the $600 weekly federal supplement. And it would have provided considerable savings for the budget which will be needed. All levels of government have had big drops in revenue. But what have they have done to ease the impact on the taxpayers? The State of NJ is in trouble and looking for a federal bailout and large tax increases on the public. Watch for income, gas and sales tax increases. Cuts in state aid have already started. Tolls are being increased and the senior freeze and the homestead rebate have been eliminated. Why hasnʼt our government tried to limit the damage by transferring costs to unemployment and the federal government? In addition to all local salaries, you will eventually end up paying for the $600 per week federal supplement, even though our local and state governments didnʼt use it. This should be a tipping point for the 70 municipalities in Bergen County. It is time for local governments to stop talking about shared services and do something to protect the taxpayers. The redundancy in small courts, police, fire, building and other departments adds a lot of costs to the taxpayers. Only those who benefit from the status quo oppose these changes. Hillsdaleʼs Mayor John Ruocco and his predecessors have attempted several times to get the council to move to shared services. The council majority consistently refuse. If local governments wonʼt do it, the taxpayers are in for a rough couple of years, or more. Douglas Frank Hillsdale The writer is the former mayor of Hillsdale.

The pandemic Mascots and its impact should be up on local taxes to public vote To the editor: Have you or any of your family members been furloughed from your job, taken a pay cut or even been laid off due to the virus? Has a small business you own been forced to close? If you had a government job, you probably would have had no economic impact. Most federal, state and local government employees are getting full pay and benefits, and many are not working full time or at all. Governor Murphy signed a law requiring school boards to pay

To the editor: With no preference to whether the Pascack Valley and Pascack Hills team mascot names change, I think the superintendent and Board of Education should put it to a vote. Let the student bodies vote and get it on the November ballot for the taxpayers to choose. Tally up the two votes and get your fairest answer. Leaving it up to the superintendent and the Board is not the fairest way to handle this. In five or 10 years most of the Board mem-

bers will have moved on and the superintendent may also have, or, if not, he probably will not long after. The present outcome leaves both schools with a decision made by a small group of people and not by the larger groups of people who attend the two schools and pay the taxes. Jim Aulita Hillsdale

Candidate should learn more about Hillsdale

To the editor: Mr. Chris Camp, Democrat candidate for Hillsdale Council, submitted a well written letter, as long as you ignore facts. It was a Council vote that held up the approval of the budget when the impact of the pandemic became clear. Mayor John Ruocco, Councilwoman Janetta Trochimiuk and Council President Zoltan Horvath questioned the wisdom of a tax increase, and forced the full council to reconsider. The others on Council wanted to proceed with a tax increase to cover their excessive spending. Eventually the revised budget that had no municipal tax increase was unanimously approved by the entire council. Thank you Zoltan and Janetta. The large tax savings in going to Central Dispatch have been enumerated a number of times by Mayor Ruocco and previous mayors. The Council majority just does not want to offend their friends in emergency services who oppose it. Many municipalities in the county use central dispatch, and Hillsdale does not even handle its own 911 calls. The 911 calls, which are the most critical that are ever made in town, are taken by others. (Still Paramus?) The Council majority have also increased the size and cost of our Police Department and given large increases to select town employees. And they have used a confusing format to the town salary guide to hide their actions. Mr. Camp should learn more about Hillsdale, its government and budgeting if he expects the voters to select him for Council. As someone who moved to Hillsdale recently, it is obvious that he does not have a good understanding of the town and he does not share the financial interests of the voters. IF Mr. Camp has information on the financial condition of Stonybrook Swim Club for 2021, he should share it with the full Council and the public. He clearly does not understand the condition of the Stonybrook utility which requires careful evaluation before committing taxpayer money to prop up its operation. Michael Wowkun Hillsdale CONTINUED ON PAGE 22

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The Art School at Old Church has begun registration for Blast of Art!, its popular annual summer day camp for children ages 6 through 12. This yearʼs Blast of Art! programming will be held online, but with the same great classes and the same greater teachers. Week 1 will run Monday, Aug. 3 through Friday, Aug. 7, and Week 2 will run Monday, Aug. 10 through Friday, Aug. 14. All class sections are broken into three age groups, and there are four class offerings each week. Individual class lengths have been reduced to limit overall screen time but maximize creativity! Enrollment is available on a perclass basis, so all students can take between one and four classes per day for each week. Class offerings are as follows: Week 1: Drawing & Cartooning: Comic Con; Dynamite Sculpture; Fun with Mini Clay; and Needle Felting Creations. Week 2: Art in Motion (optical illusion drawings, threedimensional wire sculptures, and

paper quilling techniques); Curious Creations (clay); Drawing and Painting; and Painting with Paper/Collage Fun. Full information and registration links can be found at https://www.tasoc.org/blast-of-art.

More offerings from Art School at Old Church The Art School at Old Church has been bringing the arts to students in their homes throughout the stay-at-home period, with a wide array of online offerings through its Virtual Classroom. Now, in addition to these online offerings, The Art School has added limited-enrollment classes on site as it moves ahead with its summer semester. Precautions and systems have been put in place to ensure that all in-studio offerings follow CDC guidelines in light of the COVID19 pandemic. Full information about all class and workshop offerings can be found via the links on campsite.bio/theartschoolnj.

Create a Class The Art School is offering a new experience this summer, made to order! They can bring one of their art instructors to you and a group of friends or loved ones for a private class, allowing you to create from home in a whole new way. Email amydrob@tasoc.org to start planning your tailor-made art class today!

Birthday Parties Celebrate your childʼs special day with art, facilitated by one of The Art Schoolʼs distinguished faculty members. Go to www.tasoc.org/birthday-parties for more information. For additional information, write info@tasoc.org. For updates and course announcements, follow The Art School at Old Church (@theartschoolnj) on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, or join the email list at tasoc.org.

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American Legion Post 153, Park Ridge, honored the 2020 graduates of Our Lady of Mercy Academy on June 12. For the first time the school erected posters of each graduate on Fremont Avenue. The American Legion followed by posting an American flag next to each display. Dick Bozzone, a past commander and historian, noted that one of the core values of the American Legion is educating youth. The legion members hope that these flags will continually remind these students that all Americans can enjoy our freedom today thanks to the sacrifices of our veterans both past and present. Cooperating in this effort are auxiliary members Tammy Levinson and Dorothy Bozzone.

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To the editor: Burton Hall wrote to me in last weekʼs letters to the editor saying, “betterment is a righteous and worthy goal. Vengeful politics should not and need not be the means.” I couldnʼt agree more. Unfortunately, we all view betterment through our own interpretation of political parties, beliefs, and experiences, so much so that if

weʼre already subscribed to vengeance in any way, it manifests in the methods we choose to better ourselves by. We lose sight of what exactly bettering our collective society means when the suggestion for it comes from someone who is challenging our logic instead of agreeing with it. Too quickly we ignore, or even condemn, those who question what has always been taken for granted for no other reason than to preserve our own comfort and ability, and refuse acknowledging that we may in some ways be perpetuating inequality. In fact, the most dangerous phrase in our language today might be “this is the way it has always been done.” It does a disservice to the current momentum we are

sources of testimony on how these mascots are offensive; that both mascots portray a male-oriented perspective; that the National Collegiate Athletic Association rejects Native American nicknames for its members; and that the mascots promote rivalry between the two high schools, as opposed to working together. Addressing concerns raised by the mayors about lack of public input, the board members wrote, “We have had more attendance and participation at our board

meetings than ever before,” especially the June 22 and 25 meetings. As for the cost of changing mascots on uniforms and facilities, the board “does not believe that will be burdensome to the District.” Moreover, the trustees noted that they respect those who support keeping the traditional mascots, and do not believe they are racist or hold values unworthy of respect. “There are people who support the current nicknames who are genuine in their own personally-held beliefs that the nicknames

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Forget green shoots; the Orwellian fruits are ripe

bearing witness to, as more citizens of this country than ever before are looking deeper into the ideals of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, and most importantly, the flippant suggestion that everyone has equal access to those self-evident truths. Under the magnifying glass, the gross discrepancy between the intention of freedom and the real lived experience of it becomes unignorable. Orwellian indeed. Every American who does not fit inside a narrow and unbendable identity, conceptualized and embodied by our Founding Fathers, faces battles contingent on their diversion from that established norm. Often, when Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and all people of color, as well LGBTQIA+ identifying folx, not to mention women, the disabled, and the poor express opinions, much less dis-

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represent honorable qualities such as courage, community, and honor,” said the trusteesʼ statement. The selection of new mascots “should build a District brand that brings all of us together...there is room for everyone in this discussion; for those who support inclusivity, for those who want to comment on stereotyping and equity issues, and just as importantly, those who support the history and traditions of our schools, the best of which we value and must maintain,” added the boardʼs statement.

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sent, they are brutally suppressed. Touting the American dream as an achievable goal for all erases the violent and painful struggle of so many who sleep on American soil regardless. In seeking betterment, we cannot ignore these contradictions so deeply ingrained in our national psyche. In fact, betterment can only come when we realize that the people who profit from the American dream are simply a small, but vengeful group. Without this realization we will continue to produce the heart wrenching sights of a society devouring itself. Our country then, while still thought of as an undeniable magnet of opportunity, is already an Orwellian garden, complete with the fruits of fake news and flowering alternative facts. Tribal discord is as American as having a president that builds walls to keep out “thugs” while openly supporting armed and angry white people who storm state capitals to protest the existence of a virus that disproportionately kills Black and brown people. If having a commander in chief who in February declared that COVID-19 would “disappear like a miracle,” only to herald in 100,000 cases by the end of May isnʼt Orwellian, Iʼm not quite sure what is. Freedom is an imperfect notion even without the complication of American individualism. It is not vengeful to point out this hard but understandable truth. It is our responsibility as people with a common goal of justice (read: betterment) to disrupt vengeful politics that perpetuate real and disproportionate consequences with every outlet accessible to us. By speaking up we are taking advantage of the few resources we have left as citizens to voice our discontent without resorting to vengeance. What is vengeful is denying reality, and carrying on as we always have, deaf to the calls of

those who are saying that that reality is killing them. Alice Urbiel Hillsdale

Officials must stand up to BLM, Antifa

To the editor: To all our elected officials, Have you ever asked yourself why it is that so many people risk their lives to come to America? I know you know the answer: it is because of Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. Simply put, itʼs the freedoms that Americans are afforded. Your number one job as an elected official is to protect and defend our rights; so, why is it that you have been silent about tactics that are used by Black Lives Matter and Antifa? By your silence you are saying to the rest of America that you condone these organizationʼs tactics, and the hell with the rest of us. You stick your head in the sand and hope they wonʼt show up at your front door. Well just think of Hitler, Stalin, and Mao, and how all the rights of their people were slowly taken away. It started with doing away with police, firearms, and then all the liberties that the people once had. Look what the Chinese are doing to Hong Kong. Do you get the picture? Come on, it is time to put politics aside and stand up to these thugs and murderers whose only objective is to destroy our great nation. Many American lives have been lost protecting our liberties; itʼs your time to speak up for all those that have given their all. Nunzio Garzino River Vale

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plies for this class. • The Teen Virtual Book Group will meet on Zoom Wednesday, July 15 at 7 p.m. For grades 6–9. The title is “Girl. Boy. Sea.” by Chris Vick, available on Hoopla and Libby with your library card. Registration is required for access to the meeting. • Yoga for Everyone, a free weekly class, meets Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. Next date July 15. Register online. • Music and Movement: Sing & Sign with Miss Fran on Facebook Live, meets Thursday, July 16 from 10:30–11 a.m. Babies and toddlers will be moving and singing with Miss Fran and her guitar. Weekly group meets Thursdays in July. • The Historical Fiction Graphic Novels Book Club (grades 4-5) will get together on Google Meet Thursday, July 16 at 2 p.m. The group will read from Nathan Haleʼs “Hazardous Tales” series each week and discuss the historical event and how it was captured in graphic novel format. You can access titles online from Hoopla and you must have a Gmail account to join the book club session. Register online. • The Teen Virtual Escape Room meets Thursday, July 9

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The River Vale Public Library is holding a “socially distanced” Tween & Teen Scavenger Hunt! How it works: Take a picture of the following items around River Vale. Feel free to share your photos on your social media pages and tag @rivervalelibrary. When completed, send a collage of all your photos to tyne.runf e l d t @ r ive r va l e . b c c l s . o rg (remember to include your name and grade in the email). The last day to submit your photos is Aug. 8. Participants will be entered to win a $10 Dunkin Donuts gift card! Scavenger hunt items

include: the River Vale Library; River Vale Clock at Four Corners; Enterprise plate; Dorothy Cornell Way sign; favorite book you read this summer; Baylor Massacre Site sign; favorite River Vale business; Town Hall; favorite movie you watched this summer; an American flag; favorite summer activity; a historical landmark sign in River Vale; a brook or stream; something in River Vale that begins with the first letter of your first name; and favorite summer treat or snack. Visit rivervalelibrary.org for a printable checklist of items.

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Homeowners can employ many different design techniques to create one-of-a-kind properties. Adding a water feature to a landscape is one such technique. Water gardens, koi ponds or fountains have been home landscaping trends for the past several years. Although water features can add an element of relaxation to landscapes, such features require maintenance to keep them attractive and running properly.

The right design Homeowners should create a water feature design that is fitting with the scale and style of their homes while also keeping their lifestyles in mind. Ponds are popular water features and, like pools, come in both inground and above-ground styles. Above-ground ponds are easier and faster to build than inground ponds and may be safer options for parents of young children. Streams and waterfalls also are popular and can make use of natural variations in property grading. Fountains can be freestanding structures or a component of a pond or another body of water. Recognize that the location of the water feature can impact its maintenance. For example, a fountain or pond located directly under deciduous trees will

require more frequent cleaning to remove leaf and tree debris. Ponds that receive direct sunlight may have more pronounced algae growth. Homeowners should work with a skilled water garden expert in planning the featureʼs design and location with safety and upkeep in mind.

Maintain pumps Water features require the constant flow of water to prevent stagnation and proliferation of mosquito and other insect larvae. That requires a pump to push the water around. According to Grounds Maintenance, a green industry professionals resource, the pump should be securely sit-

uated on level ground so that vibrations will not cause the pump to move around and eventually loosen fittings. Even pumps protected by an intake filter or screen can become clogged with debris. Itʼs necessary to routinely inspect the screen and the pump filter and remove any obstructions. Otherwise, the pump motor can overheat and malfunction. Keep in mind that debris also may include animal life, such as frogs, snakes, turtles - anything that may be drawn to the water feature.

Finding balance The wrong balance of conditions in the water can cause problems. According to the experts at This Old House, which offers ideas and advice for old house enthusiasts, algae can be the root of all evil in garden features. Controlling nutrients, which may involve watching the levels of nitrogen compounds and phosphorous, will help control the algae. Avoid locating the water feature where lawn and garden runoff will find its way into the water. Filtration and routine testing of water levels also can help. Water features that are not meant to become wildlife habitats may benefit from a mild sanitizer to keep algae at bay. A thorough cleaning of liners at the end of the season to eliminate materials that build up on the bottom can help, too. Winter preparation When colder weather arrives, homeowners must decide if they want to keep the water feature running or shut it down. Many experts say smaller ponds should be drained, cleaned and left empty until spring. This is also a time to cut back the dead plant material and remove any tropicals from the water. Remove pumps and drain water feature lines so they can overwinter without freezing. Water features can make properties inviting. But such features add another level of maintenance to landscaping tasks.

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THESAVVYSENIOR: Can I stop Social Security if I return to work? Dear Savvy Senior, I lost my job last month because of the coronavirus crisis. With little savings, Iʼve been thinking BY JIM MILLER about starting my Social Security benefits early to help me get by. But my question is, if I find a new job can I stop my Social Security benefits and restart them at a later date so they can continue to grow? —Almost 63

Dear Almost, Yes, there are actually two ways you can stop your Social Security retirement benefits (once youʼve started collecting them) and restart them at a later date, which would boost your benefits. But in order to do this certain rules and conditions must be met. Here are your options. Withdraw your benefits: One

way to pause your Social Security benefits is to simply withdraw your Social Security application. But this must be done within 12 months of starting your benefits and youʼll also have to repay what youʼve received so far. If you choose this option, Social Security will treat your application for early benefits as if it never happened. To withdraw your benefits, youʼll need to complete Form SSA521 (SSA.gov/forms/ssa-521.pdf) and send it to your local Social Security office. Also be aware that you can only withdraw benefits once in a lifetime. Suspend your benefits: If you arenʼt eligible for withdrawal, but youʼve reached your full retirement age and have not yet reached age 70, another option is to voluntarily suspend your retirement benefits. With the suspension option you donʼt have to repay the benefits youʼve received, and you can restart them anytime you wish, or they will be automatically be reinstated at age

70. (See SSA.gov/planners/retire/ageincrease.html to find your full retirement age.) By suspending your benefits youʼll earn delayed retirement credits, which means your benefit amount increases for every month of the suspension. Your payment will go up by two-thirds of 1 percent monthly or 8 percent annually. A benefit of $1,500 monthly, for example, increases by $10 for each month you have benefits suspended. You can request a suspension by phone (800-772-1213) or in person at your local Social Security office.

Working and Collecting Benefits If you start collecting Social Security and you do go back to work, but your income is modest, TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON you may want to continue drawing your benefits while working at the same time. But if your earnings are higher, it makes sense to stop your

Stewart is Post 153 commander in the United States National Guard from New York State and received his commission from the U.S. Army Officersʼ Candidate School. Stewart retired after 30 years as a lieutenant colonel. Coincidentally, his father was also a lieutenant in the U.S. Army. During his service career he served overseas tours in

and collect Social Security benefits at the same time, you need to factor in Uncle Sam too. Because working increases your income, it might make your Social Security benefits taxable. Hereʼs how this works. If your combined income is between $25,000 and $34,000 as an individual or between $32,000 and $44,000 as joint filers, you will pay tax on up to 50 percent of your Social Security benefits. If you earn above the upper limit of these ranges, you will pay tax on up to 85 percent of your benefits. To help you calculate this see the IRS publication 915 at IRS.gov/pub/irspdf/p915.pdf. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

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PARK RIDGE Steve Stewart was recently elected commander of the Cpl. Jedh C. Barker American Legion Memorial Post 153, Park Ridge. He succeeds Joseph Collery. Born in Hanover, Pennsylvania, he holds a Bachelor of Arts degree as well as several certificates from the armed forces institutes. He served

benefits. Social Security has a “retirement earnings test” that says if youʼre under your full retirement age and you earn more than $18,240 in 2020, Social Security will deduct $1 from your benefits for every $2 you earn over that amount. Those who reach full retirement age in 2020 a less stringent rule applies. In this case, $1 gets taken out for every $3 you make above $48,600 until you reach the month of your birthday. Itʼs also important to know that if you were to lose some or all of your Social Security benefits because of the earning limits, they arenʼt lost forever. When you reach full retirement age, your benefits will be recalculated to a higher amount to make up for what was withheld. Also, if you do decide to work

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Though closed for the COVID19 pandemic, the Township of Washington Library is offering a variety of programs on the Library Facebook page—storytimes, baby yoga classes, meditation classes, book chats, movie reviews, craft and STEM classes, to name a few. They also have video tutorials on how to use their online resources like Hoopla, Libby (Overdrive),

Kanopy, Mango Languages and virtual museum tours. If you live in the township but donʼt have a library card, donʼt worry! Simply email Janet.Baker@washingtontwp.bccls. org to get one set up. Library staff are checking their email and voicemail messages while closed so help is always accessible.

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In these trying times where our social contact has been limited and any gatherings of people has for the moment stopped, we all feel a need for personal interaction and uplifting reflection. The Pascack Reformed Church of Park Ridge is reaching out to its

congregation and the broader community with an invitation to join its 10 a.m. Sunday morning service live Just log onto on Facebook. www.facebook.com/PascackChurch and then enter the virtual service at 10 a.m. every Sunday. The service is led by Pastor Larissa Romero.

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The St. Andrew’s Church Food Pantry, under direction of Father Joseph Chapel, received a generous donation from the ShopRite of Hillsdale, thanks to Jim Callaghan and Marie Inserra, who coordinated the donation. The number of families utilizing the weekly food pantry has increased and this donation is a tremendous help to both the food pantry and the families and community that it serves. If you would like to donate to the St. Andrew’s Food Pantry, non-perishable food items can be donated to the parish center at 120 Washington Ave., Westwood, in the lobby on Mondays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. In the photo above, Father Chapel and Callaghan show the many bags of donations for the St. Andrew’s Church Food Pantry.

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The St. Thomas More Council 2188 Westwood/Hillsdale is awarding $500 scholarships to six college students to assist with their expenses and to recognize their educational, social and religious accomplishments and contributions. This yearʼs awardees are: Theresa Abou-Daoud (William

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Choosing a vehicle based on wheel drive

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Front-wheel drive The National Motorists Association states that front-wheel drive, which has become ubiquitous in cars produced today, is cheaper to design and build than RWD. Fewer parts mean the drive-

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The 125th Anniversary of Park Ridge 9th Annual Recreation Car Show has been rescheduled to Saturday, Sept. 12 at the town pool parking lot, 115 Colony Ave. Registration is from 9 a.m. to noon and the event runs until 3 p.m., with trophies presented at 2:30. The rain date is Sept. 19. On the day of the show, exhibitor registration costs $20. Spectators are welcome for free. Recreation Director Liz

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skills and working with women who were incarcerated to return to the workforce. She was a positive force here and will be dearly missed. A celebration for Maggieʼs life will be held at a later date.

Eleanor C. CAUWELS

Eleanor, C. Cauwels, 82, of Montvale, peacefully passed on Monday, July 6, 2020 in the presence of family. Predeceased by her husband Thomas J. Cauwels (2006) and her parents, Kenneth E. and M. Irene Bartlett. Cherished mother of Janine Forry and her husband Chris. Devoted sister of Walter “Butch” Bartlett. Loving “Gaga” (grandmother) of Christian, Ryan and Bobby. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial gifts to St. Jude or Cornell University, College of Veterinary Medicine, Feline Health Center would be appreciated.

Joe DEEN

On June 27, 2020, Joe Deen passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. He was the recipient of a heart transplant October 24, 2010, and died as a result of complications from heart failure. He was 34. Joe grew up in Hillsdale, NJ and Park Ridge, NJ. and moved to Atlanta, GA in 2018 with his employer Mercedes Benz. He was a graduate of St. Josephʼs Regional High School, Montvale and Rutgers University, New Brunswick. Joe was altruistic; an artist, brother, comedian, confidant, collaborator, friend, godfather, joker, musician, macgyver, outdoors enthusiast, philosopher, photographer, prankster, woodworker,

and writer. A true Renaissance Man; Vir Fidelis. Rules were always more of a guideline for Joe, as he felt that it was easier to ask for forgiveness than seek permission. He is predeceased by his grandparents George and Erma Farrell/James and Nora Deen. Joe is survived by his parents Joyce (nee Farrell) and Kevin; as well as his siblings, Nicholas, Julie, and Kerry, along with numerous cousins. The Deen family is planning a memorial tribute for Joe this fall and details will be posted on FaceBook. Donations can be made In Joeʼs name to: The Sand Pond Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 405, Johnsonburg, NJ 07846, or online at crystallaketours.com/donate.

Gary W. MATHER

Gary W. Mather, age 76 of Washington Township, formerly of Teaneck, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 1, 2020, with his loving wife by his side. Beloved husband of Anita (nee Brunkhorst). Devoted father of Steven and his wife Collette and Brian. Loving grandfather of Tori, Paden and Logan. Loving uncle to Kathy Slack. Gary was the owner/operator of Bischoffʼs Confectionery in Teaneck, NJ and was proud to be married for over 52 years. He was dearly loved by his family and will be missed by all his customers that faithfully and frequently came to Bischoffʼs. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Garyʼs name to the American Diabetes Association, P.O Box 15829, Arlington, VA 22215 or at diabetes.org/donate.

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Gary G. GOODELL

Gary G. Goodell, 68, of River Vale, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2020. Beloved husband of 46 years to Judith (Occhipinti) Goodell. Devoted father of Jason (Amy), Daniel (Allison), Mathew and Joseph. Loving grandfather of Evan, Brayden, Ella, Jake and Dean. Gary is lovingly remembered by his father-in-law, John Occchipinti Sr., sisters-in-law, Patricia (Occhipinti) Prinzi, Robin Occhipinti, Tara (Occhipinti) Munroe and brothers-in-law, Allen Prinzi, Timothy Occhipinti and Robert Baumann, Sr., as well as many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by loving parents, George Goodell Sr. and Violet (Johnson) Goodell, and siblings Janet (Goodell) Welfel, George Goodell Jr. and his wife Carol (Blauvelt) Goodell and Joan (Goodell) Baumann. He lived in River Vale for over 60 years. Pascack Valley High School graduate in 1971. Gary was a lifelong tradesman. He started his career as a plumber spending 23 years with Van Natta Mechanical and more recently as a shop manager with Freedom Air. In his early years, he was a Junior Fireman from 1968-1973 before being accepted as a member of the River Vale Fire Department in 1973. Gary has been a member of Glenwood Rod and Gun Club since 1995. Gary unconditionally loved his wife, Judith and enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding his Harley, and spending time with loved ones. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Glenwood Rod & Gun Club c/o Gregory Goodell, 440 Cedar Lane, River Vale, NJ 07675 or River Vale Fire Department, 330 Rivervale Road, River Vale NJ 07675, attn: River Vale Association.

Gloria DENTE

Gloria Dente, 83, of River Vale, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 6, 2020 at the Veterans Memorial Home in Paramus. Predeceased by her husband Vincent; her mother Anna; her father Howard Barnett; her sisters Ann, Jane, Marion, Dot, Mary and her brother Howard. She is survived by her children Doreen Hourigan (Michael), Scott Dente (Christine) and Vincent Dente (Zornitsa); her grandchildren Maxwell Hourigan (Corinne), Ryan Hourigan (Lindsey), Julian Dente (Chelsea), Carina Farkas (Luke), Chloe Dente and Marina Dente; her great-grandchildren Aubrey, Maxwell, Landon, Asher and Callaway; her sisters Alice Maguire (predeceased Jimmy), Carole Riordan (Danny) and Loraine Bartell (Doug) as well as many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and

friends. Her loving and energetic personality would light up any room she walked into and filled it with joy and laughter. She had such a deep love for life and that was reflected on how kind she was to all she knew and met. Gloria was equally loved by all who knew her. She loved to dance, especially at weddings and other happy occasions. Her favorite sport to play was basketball. She loved the Yankees and enjoyed traveling with both her husband and friends. She married her high school sweetheart and they lived a very happy life together. Gloria loved being a mom, grandma and greatgrandma. She always made it a point to see her grandchildren often, even if it meant long car rides to get there. She was a dear and true friend to so many; she truly touched people's lives in such a loving and caring way; that was Gloria; always there if you needed her. She truly was an angel on loan to this earth and will be greatly missed.

Joan STALB

Joan (Papay) Stalb was born July 19, 1944, and died peacefully in her home in Westwood, NJ on June 28, 2020. Joan was always a New Jersey girl and remained in proximity to her hometown of Montvale where she grew up. She attended Pascack Valley High School (Class of ʼ62) and was instrumental in organizing many reunions of her class thereafter. She was a woman of faith, a “do-er” and the glue that kept many groups together. Joan enjoyed the time spent at Point Pleasant Beach, visiting and socializing at local establishments, getting together with friends from all places, volunteering for different organizations, and helping with yard and estate sales. Joan got the most pleasure out of being with her family and watching her grandchildren participate in their activities. She was their biggest fan and you always knew she was there! Joan was predeceased by her parents Rita and Albert Papay; and is survived by all of her siblings Lois Uhl, Albert Papay, Peter Papay, Paul Papay and their families. She was an aunt of many nieces and nephews and cousin of many as well. Joan is survived by her three children and their families: Deborah (and Tomi) Kilgore, Gregory (and Jennifer) Stalb and Melissa (and Jason) Szabo. Beloved Oma to her grandchildren Meaghan, Ari, Kate, Emma, Jack, Jake, Max and Sam. She was also known as Joanie, Aunt Joan, Oma Joanie and friend to many others. A funeral mass was held at Our Lady Mother of the Church in Woodcliff Lake. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory can be made to familypromise.org or tunnel2towers.org.

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, there is a lot you want to say to someone special, but for some reason the words get stuck on your tongue. You may need a little more time to formulate your thoughts.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 You may have to rethink certain principles that you have adhered to for years, Sagittarius. After some reflection, you may realize life has changed and you must adjust.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Try to keep the peace with other people this week, Gemini. Lead by example rather than telling others what to do. This approach will be more warmly received by others.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, lately you have been challenged to assert yourself in many different ways. You tend to thrive in a leadership role, but donʼt let the stress get the best of you.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 The adage “look before you leap” is never more pertinent for you, Taurus. Weigh all of your decisions carefully before you start any new projects this week.

CLUES ACROSS 1. Indicates number of days 6. When you hope to get there 9. Hairstyle 13. Black (Spanish) 14. Expresses pleasure 15. Away from wind 16. Tech pros organization 17. Wile E. Coyote is familiar with it 18. Clean 19. Saints’ signal caller 21. A way to hunt 22. Poetries 23. Automobile

24. Secondary school (abbr.) 25. Indicates before 28. Male parent 29. Short-billed rails 31. It pays to keep yours 33. On occasion 36. David __, US playwright 38. Slang for cigarette 39. Vaccine developer 41. Returned to health 44. Toni Morrison novel 45. Period between eclipses 46. Veterans battleground 48. Gang 49. A radio band 51. Jaws of a voracious animal 52. Elaborate garments 54. Chinese province 56. Checks 60. Horizontal passage 61. Steep hillsides 62. Fertility god 63. Dried-up

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

64. Signs a name 65. __ Winger, actress 66. German river 67. Gov’t lawyers 68. Take something somewhere CLUES DOWN 1. __ Blyton, children’s author 2. Colleague 3. “The African Queen” writer 4. Crater on the moon 5. Toward 6. Overhang 7. Identifies something close at hand 8. Sign language 9. Unbroken views 10. Ancient Greek City 11. Stretch out to grasp 12. Alcohols that are unfit for drinking 14. Humorous stories 17. Long song for a solo 20. Barrels per day (abbr.) 21. City of Lights 23. A place to sleep

25. Advanced degree (abbr.) 26. The back 27. Furniture-makers Charles and “Ray” 29. Songs to a lover 30. Gland secretion 32. 10 meters 34. Disfigure 35. Stores grain 37. Sacred book of Judaism 40. Catch 42. Promise 43. Challenges 47. Russian space station 49. Banking giant 50. Served as an omen 52. Drenches 53. Type of sword 55. Minor planet 56. Messenger ribonucleic acid 57. Japanese ankle sock 58. Obtain in return for services 59. Waste matter 61. A proposal to buy at a specified price 65. Unit of loudness

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 You may want to look up old friends who you havenʼt seen for a while, Cancer. You may be feeling sentimental or sociable and a simple text or phone call can be effective. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 You like to have the final say in all matters, Leo. But there is a fine line between taking charge and being a control freak. Let othersʼ reactions help you fine tune your delivery.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 You will be able to get to the root of problem this week if you put in some serious effort, Virgo. It may involve receiving and analyzing feedback from many different people.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 This weekʼs overall outlook is positive for you, Libra. However, you may have to work a little bit for that positivity. The attitude you present is what you will get in return.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, embrace your creative side rather than your analytical side. Employ your creativity this week and you may be surprised at the results.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 It may not be easy to get things done this week, Capricorn. You might find it challenging to muster up the energy to be effective. If so, look to others for motivation.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Many things come to you naturally. Examine your strengths and figure out how to be as productive as possible in the days ahead.

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