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Hawthorne Pitcher Commits To Philadelphia University Hawthorne Pitcher Commits To Philadelphia University
Hawthorne Pitcher Commits To Philadelphia University HAWTHORNE, N.J. -- "David Mascis, ace pitcher for the Bears, is about to become a Ram," the Clarion reported on Tuesday, April 5. The Clarion is the student news site of Hawthorne High School. Mascis signed his NCAA National Letter of Intent with Philadelphia University on Tuesday, to play Division II baseball there, the Clarion reported. "Dave has pitched in so many big games for us," Hawthorne Coach Passero said, according to the Clarion reporting. "I know he will do great things in college and we will surely miss him next year." To read the full Clarion ar…

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Northvale Joins Mayors Wellness Campaign, Fitness Fair Coming Northvale Joins Mayors Wellness Campaign, Fitness Fair Coming
Northvale Joins Mayors Wellness Campaign, Fitness Fair Coming NORTHVALE, N.J. -- Northvale recently joined the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute's Mayors Wellness Campaign, as a first step to getting the town on the road to active living and healthier lifestyles. The MWC is a statewide community health initiative, in partnership with the New Jersey State League of Municipalities. It's a program that gives mayors tools and strategies to champion healthy and active living, and to improve the overall health of their communities. As part of the MWC, the borough will work to promote health for youth, seniors, employees and residents. Northvale wil…

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Carlstadt Students Show Solidarity With Belgium Carlstadt Students Show Solidarity With Belgium
Carlstadt Students Show Solidarity With Belgium CARLSTADT, N.J. -- Sixth-grade students at Carlstadt Public School recently made buttons to show solidarity with Belgium, after the March 22 terrorist attacks that killed 32 -- including four Americans -- and wounded over 300. Some seventh- and eighth-grade students joined in the project. The buttons are in the colors of the Belgian flag, and they were a result of discussing the attack, sixth-grade teacher Esther Fletcher said. "My students realized that there was a problem and mobilized to show support," she said. "We took a moment reflect on the sadness of terrorism and th…

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Dumont Arbor Day Contest Closing Soon, Celebration At April's End Dumont Arbor Day Contest Closing Soon, Celebration At April's End
Dumont Arbor Day Contest Closing Soon, Celebration At April's End DUMONT, N.J. -- The deadline for the Arbor Day Art and Poetry Contest, sponsored by the Dumont Shade Tree Commission, is Friday, April 8, at 1 p.m. The contest is open to all Dumont residents, for their "creative tributes to trees," in artwork, poetry, and photography or video categories. Group projects are also welcome. Winners will receive ribbons, and their art will be displayed at the Dixon Homestead Library. Folks can turn in their entries at the library, and students can also turn theirs in at school. View the full contest flyer, which includes entry specifications, here. You…

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Redding Student Recognized For Citizenship At Wooster School Redding Student Recognized For Citizenship At Wooster School
Redding Student Recognized For Citizenship At Wooster School REDDING, Conn. -- Sixth-grader Vladimir Schwindeman-Romano, a Redding resident, was recently recognized by Wooster School for his outstanding citizenship."Let's think about 'reputation' for a second ... what it is and where it comes from," said Middle School Dean of Students Peter Lingenheld. "If in your mind you picture a student that has a reputation for being kind, courteous, polite, friendly to all, always willing to help ... what makes that true? Is it magic? I'd say probably not. "I would say it comes from consistency in words: what words you use, when you use them…

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PHOTOS: Bergenfield Kicks Off Mayors Healthy Living Challenge PHOTOS: Bergenfield Kicks Off Mayors Healthy Living Challenge
Photos: Bergenfield Kicks Off Mayors Healthy Living Challenge BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- The 2016 Mayors Wellness Challenge has begun, but Bergenfield residents 18 and older can still sign up and join in. The program offers free exercise programs and nutritional and stress reduction guidance. Participants who complete five weekly weigh-ins will also have a chance to win a Fitbitin a raffle. The program officially kicked off on Sunday, April 3, but you can still register online -- here -- or by calling 201-387-4055, ext. 5. There were 73 spots left, as of Wednesday evening.

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Enjoy Soup, Benefit Closter Nature Center On April 17 Enjoy Soup, Benefit Closter Nature Center On April 17
Enjoy Soup, Benefit Closter Nature Center On April 17 CLOSTER, N.J. -- The Closter Nature Center is bringing back its Soup Supper on Sunday, April 17, one of its most popular annual events, that "has brought members and friends together for more than 30 years," the organizers noted. For your $10 -- $5 for kids under 10 -- you get a bowl and spoon, to sample as many homemade soups as you want, plus breads donated by Balthazar Bakery. You pay at the door. Ceramic reusable soup mugs, with the new CNC logo, are also available for $5. And if you bought one last year, you're welcome to bring it along. The event will be from 5-7 p.m. at t…

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April 7 Oradell 'Career 4 Crusaders' Event Postponed April 7 Oradell 'Career 4 Crusaders' Event Postponed
April 7 Oradell 'Career 4 Crusaders' Event Postponed ORADELL, N.J. -- Bergen Catholic High School has announced that its "Career 4 Crusaders" networking event, scheduled for Thursday, April 7, has been postponed."We will notify everyone of the make-up date in the near future," the high school said in a Tuesday Facebook post.

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Hasbrouck Heights Clinic Sponsors Harriers' Rochelle Park Relay Hasbrouck Heights Clinic Sponsors Harriers' Rochelle Park Relay
Hasbrouck Heights Clinic Sponsors Harriers' Rochelle Park Relay ROCHELLE PARK, N.J. -- The De Novo Harriers running club will be holding an eight-mile relay in the Rochelle Park area of Saddle River County Park on Sunday, April 10. The event is sanctioned by USA Track & Field, and the certified course is a paved park path along the Saddle River -- flat, fast and scenic. "All are welcome," explained Harriers Club President Mary Connolly. "It is our hope to not only have running clubs participate but to see a real representation of northern New Jersey -- companies, nonprofits, teams, municipalities and families." Each relay team…

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Englewood Students' Art Comes To Paramus' Garden State Plaza Englewood Students' Art Comes To Paramus' Garden State Plaza
Englewood Students' Art Comes To Paramus' Garden State Plaza ENGLEWOOD, N.J. -- "Sensory Collage Paintings," by students at Englewood's One River School of Art and Design, will be exhibited at the Westfield Garden State Plaza AMC Theater entranceway. The opening reception will be on Friday, April 8. "Sensory Collage Paintings" represent a series of artwork by One River School's Teen Art Shuffle and Teen Art Shuffle Plus students, inspired by contemporary artists Daniel Gordon, Wangechi Mutu and Fred Tomaselli. Teen students were tasked with creating a collage depicting one of the five senses: sight, hearing, touch, taste or smell. …

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