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Rachel Martin

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West Milford Authors Donate Book To Library WEST MILFORD, N.J. -- West Milford authors Joyce Restaino and Maria-Elena Grant recently presented West Milford Township Library with two copies of their new book, "Big Bold Business Advice from U.S. Business Owners: Practical Pointers, Solutions and Strategies for Business Success." You can check it out now, at the library, or even order it from Amazon. The book is the second in their Big, Bold Business series. The first book was "Jersey Women Mean Business! Big Bold Business Advice from New Jersey Women Business Owners: Practical Pointers, Solutions and Strategies for Busin…

by Rachel Martin

04/18/2016

Events

Dine At Tommy Fox's, Support Bergenfield Library BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- Friends of the Bergenfield Library is having a dining-to-donate fundraiser at Tommy Fox's Public House on Wednesday, April 20, and Thursday, April 21. Tommy Fox's will donate 20 percent of your bill to Friends of the Bergenfield Library when you have lunch, dinner, drinks or even purchase gift cards on these two days. You must print and present this flyer when you pay, for the library to get the donation from your purchase. The restaurant is located at 32 South Washington Ave., in Bergenfield. Find out more about the restaurant and view its menu here.

by Rachel Martin

04/18/2016

Events

Free 'Backstage' Concert Series Comes To Paramus' Garden State Plaza PARAMUS, N.J. -- "Backstage," a free concert series showcasing emerging artists, will be coming to the Westfield Garden State Plaza mall, due to a partnership with Englewood's bergenPAC. The series begins Thursday, April 21. The concerts will be on Thursdays, over eight weeks. Here are the performers: Thursday April 21 -- Scott DeCarlo -- "With the street smarts and strength of a New Jersey police sergeant and the musicianship and voice of a country singer, DeCarlo is using his unique sound to take the country music scene by storm," a news release noted. Thursday, Apri…

by Rachel Martin

04/18/2016

Lifestyle

Children Were Artist-Drummers At Glen Rock Library Over Spring Break GLEN ROCK, N.J. -- Throughout the week of spring break, kids came into the Children's Room and came out with drums. The kids created their own drums out coffee cans. "The results are loudly popular," the library noted in a Facebook post. By mid-week, the project had already gone through 40 coffee cans. The Glen Rock Public Library is located at 315 Rock Rd. For more information about the library and upcoming events, visit its website, or follow it on Facebook or Twitter.

by Rachel Martin

04/18/2016

Events

Comedian George Lopez To Perform At BergenPAC ENGLEWOOD, N.J. -- George Lopez will be coming to Englewood's bergenPAC on Saturday, June 25, and tickets are now on sale.Lopez's comedy spans standup, film and TV. He hosted TBS' "Lopez Tonight," a late-night talk show, for two years. This was after a TV hiatus, after six seasons of the sitcom "George Lopez," which he co-created and starred in. That show has retained popularity in syndication. In 2006, Lopez received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Time magazine named him one of the 25 Most Influential Hispanics in America, and the Harris Poll named him one of the …

by Rachel Martin

04/18/2016

Sports

Letter: Oradell Little League Launches New Website Before Season ORADELL, N.J. -- Paramus Daily Voice -- which also covers Oradell and River Edge -- accepts signed letters to the editor. Send signed letters under 350 words to Paramus@dailyvoice.com.To the editor: Oradell Little League has been working very hard this off-season to provide a more informative website for its community. I am the the league's webmaster, and I've revamped and relaunched the new site just in time for opening day. The new site provides a true family feel. Since Oradell is ranked No. 1 of the top family-oriented towns in Bergen County, it seems very fitting. There are colorfu…

by Rachel Martin

04/18/2016

Events

Annual 5K Benefits Families Dealing With Serious Illnesses WAYNE, N.J. -- Henry's Halos and the Kids Therapy Fund are hosting a 5K and kids Super Hero Fun Run on Saturday, April 30. "The race is open to runners, joggers and walkers," organizers note. "Bring your friends for a fun day out for a wonderful cause." Henry was diagnosed with a brain tumor, and Henry's Halos was originally formed to help with family with expenses. Henry is now doing better, and the organization now raises money to benefit families with children or parents suffering from traumatic illnesses and injuries -- both with medical and just living costs -- thr…

by Rachel Martin

04/18/2016

News

Letter: Ridgewood Officials Announce Tech Advances RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- The Ridgewood Daily Voice accepts signed letters to the editor. Send signed letters under 350 words to Ridgewood@dailyvoice.com. To the editor: Over a year ago we embarked upon a multifaceted effort to revitalize and improve the operations and customer service of the Building Department. This effort was based on making significant changes with respect to people and organizational structure, process and technology. We successfully implemented a new technology platform last year called Spatial Data Logic, and now I am delighted to tell you that we have rolled out a new …

by Rachel Martin

04/18/2016

Obituaries

Cynthia Marie McKay, 64, Teaneck Resident TEANECK, N.J. -- Cynthia Marie McKay, of Teaneck, died on Thursday, April 14. She was 64. McKay worked in management at Verizon. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Ronald McKay Sr.; children Cheryl McKay, Brian McKay and his wife Deidra McKay, and Ronald McKay Jr.; grandchildren Jeramy and Blake McKay; stepmother Mary Lee; siblings Irma Jean Bryant, Vivian Lee Shields, Debra Jeffers, and Roland Lee, John Lee and Willie Stallings; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. Visiting hours will be from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, April 20, at Eternity Funeral Services, 129 En…

by Rachel Martin

04/18/2016

Schools

'15 Minute Child Break' Arrives In Fort Lee Wednesday FORT LEE, N.J. -- The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey will lead a "15 Minute Child Break" presentation on Wednesday, April 20.The session will discuss ways parents can prevent kids' substance abuse, while strengthening family connections. Parents of students of all ages are welcome. The session will begin at 6:30 p.m., in the high school auditorium. For more information, call David Cuozzo at 201-585-4675, ext. 6621. For more info about this program, click here.

by Rachel Martin

04/17/2016

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