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Gatherings
{ ON THE TOWN } Gatherings
Bergenites always show up to support their friends and neighbors—especially when help is needed most.
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BATTLE OF THE BADGES
Several Bergen County police departments clashed in the annual Battle of the Badges softball tournament. The combined team of Mahwah and Franklin Lakes police officers 1 took home the trophy. 1 Back row, from left: John Rodriguez, Guido Bussinelli, Tim O’Hara, Greg Lehman, Robert Rapp, Jason Stepp, Tim Letavish, Kevin Herbert, Dennis Hill, Stephanie Hallihan, Eric Rosado, Frank O’Brien, Nick Klein, Mike Pellegrino, Denny Knubel. Front row: David Sinisi, Chris O’Brien.
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DUMONT POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Dumont Police Department hosted a Bike Safety Skills Course event for Honiss School third and fourth graders. The students were taught how to properly maintain their bicycles, operate safely in roadways and ensure proper fit for their helmets. All participants also received a free helmet. 2 Thomas McKeary, Steve Hassa, Dante Rufo 3 Rufo, Eric Abrahamsen, McKeary, Meliam Gonzalez
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ENGLEWOOD HEALTH FOUNDATION
The Englewood Health Foundation’s Annual Golf Classic at Ridgewood Country Club raised more than $300,000, which will be used to benefit the many patients that the foundation serves. The Englewood Health Foundation runs events throughout the year where Bergenites can help others live happy and healthy lives. 4 The team from On The Mark Payments: John Verdon, Eric Marquez, Vic Bauer, Richard Spigai 4
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RIVER DELL JUNIOR POLICE ACADEMY
The Oradell and River Edge police departments launched a junior police academy to teach youngsters the basics of policing. During the graduation ceremony, River Edge and Oradell firefighters and EMS personnel were on hand to show the junior recruits the departments’ trucks and equipment. 5–6 River Dell Junior Police Academy recruits check out the emergency equipment.
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THE VALLEY HOSPITAL AUXILIARY
The Valley Hospital Auxiliary raised and donated $150,000 to the Ridgewood-based hospital. The donation, made possible through fundraisers and a golf outing, benefits the pediatric section of the Emergency Department and other programs. 7 David Bohan, Denise Downey
BERGEN COUNTY CASA
Bergen County CASA hosted a “Fore” the Kids Golf Classic at Edgewood Country Club. The event raised money to help Bergen County CASA continue its mission of helping abused and neglected children within the foster care system. 8 The team from Elevate Performance Therapy: Matthew Deziel, Michael Shohet, Doug Paik, Timothy An
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HOME SHOWCASE
AIR GROUP
Air Group is your local premier heating, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, indoor air quality, and standby generator company. Air Group provides personalized solutions for both residential and commercial situations. Be prepared this season by enrolling in Air Group’s Gold Heating Maintenance Plan to ensure that your heating system runs safely and efficiently while giving you priority attention in case of an emergency. Call 973.929.2080 or visit AirGroupLLC.com to learn more about our Heating Maintenance plan.
973.929.2080 | WWW.AIRGROUPLLC.COM
AJMADISON
Since its founding in 2001, AjMadison has become the go-to resource in the tri-state area for home appliances, both online and in its Brooklyn showroom, easily accessible from the Verrazano Bridge or the Holland Tunnel. Boasting over 20,000 SKUs and more than 150 premium brands, AjMadison offers an unrivaled selection of top-rated appliances. Homeowners, contractors, builders, and designers depend on our team of experts to recommend, deliver, and service the best appliances for every project.
NEW YORK CITY SHOWROOM 3605 13TH AVE., BROOKLYN, NY 718.732.4900 | WWW.AJMADISON.COM
BALITANO CONTRACTING
Balitano Contracting tastefully constructs outdoor kitchens, outdoor living rooms, fireplaces, fire pits, custom patios, landscape, and swimming pool designs. We engage our customers in an exceptional way, ensuring we deliver the highest quality in our work and materials while composing an affordable price. We perform all aspects of the project from initial design to final installation. As a part of our commitment we offer a 100% guarantee on all of our work. Trust your next project to Balitano, a business built on trust, service, reliability.
FORT LEE, NJ 201.944.5425 | WWW.BALITANO.COM
For over the last 125 years, Bogota Savings Bank has been a proud community bank. With locations in Bogota, Teaneck, Newark, Parsippany, Oak Ridge and our newest location now open in Hasbrouck Heights, we have expanded our services throughout New Jersey and are able to provide our customers a better banking experience. We offer traditional deposit programs such as savings, checking, CDs and more and also specialize in residential and commercial mortgage and multi-family lending.
TEANECK, BOGOTA, HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NEWARK, PARSIPPANY, AND OAK RIDGE 201.862.0660 WWW.BOGOTASAVINGSBANK.COM
DIANE DUROCHER INTERIORS
Diane Durocher Interiors is an awardwinning interior design firm that specializes in creating timeless interiors that encompass a wide spectrum of design aesthetics. Diane Durocher, ASID, IIDA, CAPS, CID believes that the foundation of a successful design project is built on trust and confidence. She achieves this by listening to her clients’ needs while employing a keen eye for color and outstanding space planning skills, resulting in a finished project that exceeds her clients’ expectations.
RAMSEY, NJ | 201.825.3832 WWW.DIANEDUROCHERINTERIORS.COM
FRANK WEBB HOME
There are spaces in our homes where we actually create health and happiness. Rooms where water flows and light shines. The team at Frank Webb Home provides friendly, expert guidance in over 46 Northeast showrooms, including Elmwood Park. Enjoy hundreds of bath, kitchen and lighting products in room settings that help you envision them in your own home. Experience working displays that allow you to see and compare how water is delivered from different fixtures.
261 ROUTE 46 WEST, ELMWOOD PARK, NJ 201.421.2955 | WWW.FRANKWEBB.COM
GPS Showrooms aren’t just a place to find kitchen and bath innovations—they’re a place to envision your next home design. From faucets and sinks to showers, cabinets and countertops, your inspiration is our mission. And because we’re also a major supplier, delivering the details to contractors throughout the East Coast since 1910, our in-house experts can help with even the most challenging projects. Whether you’re casually browsing or searching for something specific, stop by your local GPS showroom for a truly remarkable experience encompassing thoughtful design, top brands, and impeccable customer service.
SHOWROOMS: BAYONNE ∙ BERGENFIELD ∙ EDISON EATONTOWN ∙ FLEMINGTON ∙ GREEN BROOK ∙ HAWTHORNE ∙ LAKEWOOD ∙ MATAWAN ∙ MORRIS PLAINS ∙ ORANGE ∙ PARAMUS 1.800.CALLGPS | WWW.SHOPGPS.COM
MAGNOLIA HOME REMODELING GROUP
Magnolia Home Remodeling Group is a family owned and operated NJ Home Remodeling Contractor offering kitchen, bathroom and basement remodeling as well as siding, roofing and window installation. We also offer porch remodeling, decks, masonry, patios and more, with a variety of affordable product choices to fit any budget. Magnolia Home Remodeling Group is a Licensed Home Improvement Contractor and is fully Insured with over 30 years of industry experience. We are an Angie’s List Super Service Award Winner and encourage everyone to check our reviews on Google, Houzz, Angie’s List, Home Advisor, Yelp and BBB!
855.624.6655 WWW.MAGNOLIAHOMEREMODELING.COM
LIVE THE ALEXA
The Alexa in Montvale, NJ is luxury living at its finest. Featuring brand new construction and resort style amenities, it really is the perfect place to call home. The Alexa is surrounded by a beautiful and enchanting 15-acre property with easy access to NYC, world class shopping, dining, golf, and more all extremely close by. Come see us Thursday–Sunday from 12-3 PM or call for a private showing! Homes starting at $899,000.
160 SPRING VALLEY RD., MONTVALE, NJ 201.298.4663 | WWW.LIVETHEALEXA.COM
THOMAS FLINT LANDSCAPE DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
Thomas Flint Landscape Design & Development is an award-winning full service landscape design and construction firm specializing in stateof-the-art, custom gunite swimming pools, masonry and complete outdoor living spaces. We are focused on the big picture and how every element and detail fits, flows and works together. Our completed projects represent the essence of our clients’ characters, style and passions synthesized into a final creation that embodies timeless comfort and style.
36 INDUSTRIAL PARK, WALDWICK, NJ 201.327.5162 | WWW.THOMASFLINT.COM
THYME & PLACE DESIGN/ SHARON L. SHERMAN
I’ve been fortunate over my past 20+ years owing Thyme and Place Design to have had wonderful clients who have trusted me and my coterie of trusted subcontractors who’ve been working with me for years. Together, we’ve created the beautiful, warm and inviting kitchens, bathrooms and interior environments they have desired—on budget and on time. If you’re ready for a full kitchen remodel, or simply need a kitchen design dilemma answered, please reach out to me at sherman@thymeandplacedesign.com.
385 CLINTON AVE., WYCKOFF, NJ
201.847.1400 | WWW.THYMEANDPLACEDESIGN.COM
WHITE HOUSE “DESIGNS FOR LIFE”
Known for our wonderful selection of fine home furnishings and excellent service, White House has been making homes beautiful and comfortable for over 40 years. Our Paramus location, the Hunter Douglas Design Gallery has been the perfect addition to our family of furniture and interior design stores. Hunter Douglas is the leader in window fashions and with high tech automation, your shades can be set to operate with the rising and setting of the sun or anytime in between. We are proud to bring these wonderful products to our clients! Stop by for a demonstration... you’ll be happy you did!
