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Cindy Capitani

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Events

Saddle Brook Scouts Prep For Pinewood Derby SADDLE BROOK, N.J. — A pinewood derby will take off Saturday, Jan. 30 at St. Philip the Apostle Church in Saddle Brook. The annual Scouting event with Saddle Brook Cub Scout Pack 222 starts at 10 a.m. and finishes around 4 p.m. It takes place in the school auditorium at the church. Weigh-ins for the vehicles will be Friday, Jan. 29. St. Philip the Apostle Church is at 492 Saddle River Road. Click here for more information about the Cub Scout Pack 222.

by Cindy Capitani

01/15/2016

Events

Be A Model For The Elmwood Park Fashion Show ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. — Models are needed for the Elmwood Park Centennial Fashion Show April 12. Men, women and children of all sizes are needed. Entrants' names will be placed in a drawing and chosen according to size and gender. Clothing is also needed for a segment of the show called “Through the Years.” Wanted are Elmwood Park High School varsity jackets, cheerleading uniforms or jackets and football and scouting uniforms. In addition, any clothing from 1916 to the present is appreciated. For more information, contact Maria Nahorniak 201-791-4828 or mnmomx4@yahoo.com.

by Cindy Capitani

01/15/2016

Politics

Changes In Affordable Housing Laws Force Rutherford To Revise Plans RUTHERFORD, N.J. — State affordable housing mandates are being revised and Rutherford submitted a plan earlier last month stating its obligation is already met, reports northjersey.com. Municipalities were required to file plans for providing for low- and moderate-income housing under the Fair Housing Act. by Dec. 8 in order to seek relief from Builder's Remedy lawsuits, according to northjersey.com. Rutherford, like other towns, had previously filed plans in 2008 with the Council on Affordable Housing (COAH), the previous state enforcement agency, who hadn’t yet certified any plans, report…

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01/15/2016

Neighbors

Senator Booker To Speak At Ridgewood MLK Celebration RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — United States Sen. Cory Booker will deliver remarks at the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at Ridgewood United Methodist Church on Monday, Jan. 18. The senator is addressing the theme, “We Shall Not Be Silent,” as The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee of Ridgewood and Glen Rock hosts its 34th annual celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. King. The community is invited to attend this free program. Booker and The Rev. Joseph Ellwanger, Pastor Emeritus of Cross Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, will be guest speakers during an interfaith worship …

by Cindy Capitani

01/15/2016

Events

East Rutherford Library Offers Mlk-inspired Arts Program EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Make a dream catcher inspired by Martin Luther King Jr. Wednesday at the East Rutherford Memorial Library. Participants will make a heart-shaped dream catcher out of yarn, feathers and other materials supplied by the library. Children ages 6-10 are welcome. Registration is required; space is limited. Participants must arrive five minutes early to claim their reserved spot or risk losing their place to individuals on the wait list. Priority will be given to East Rutherford residents. The event starts at 4 p.m. Click here to register online. For any additional que…

by Cindy Capitani

01/15/2016

Events

Here Are The Events Coming To Temple Beth Tikvah In Wayne WAYNE, N.J. — Temple Beth Tikvah in Wayne has the following activities open to members during the month of January. The Jubilee Choir Rehearsal takes place on various dates throughout January. Jacob Kraus is the song leader in residence. Innovative Shabbat Worship is Friday, Jan. 22 and Saturday, Jan. 23. Havdalah and Supper with Jacob "Spike" Kraus for students in grades 8-12 is Sunday, Jan. 24. Tu B'Shevat Seder and light breakfast is from 10:30 a.m. to noon with guest song leader in residence Jacob Kraus and Cantor Romalis. RSVP to Janice at 973-694-1616 or tbtmembers@aol.com b…

by Cindy Capitani

01/15/2016

Schools

Check Out Wayne High Schools TV Productions On Youtube WAYNE, N.J. — Students got a chance to experience firsthand television production experience using the school district’s newly upgraded studios. Students at both Wayne Hills and Wayne Valley high schools had opportunities to learn about media and television production and gain hands-on experience. This year, each of the television studios received new iMacs, along with the latest industry-standard software package from Adobe. This upgrade gives the students a professional platform to express their creativity. Students and teachers are proud of their work and enjoy keeping the community con…

by Cindy Capitani

01/15/2016

Police & Fire

Tokyo Metro Police Officer Visits Fort Lee FORT LEE, N.J. — A display of international police cooperation was evident in Fort Lee on Wednesday with the visit of a Tokyo Metro Police officer. Hiro Murano, a police officer with the Tokyo Metro Police Department, stopped by to visit the Fort Lee Police Department. Murano is in charge of security for the Consulate General of Japan in Manhattan. The Consulate General of Japan operates as an official representative of the country and offers an information center for visas and tourism; student and housing exchanges; and any official information about Japan. It’s located at 299 Park Ave., 1…

by Cindy Capitani

01/14/2016

Business

Moonachie-Based Joyce Leslie Files For Bankruptcy MOONACHIE, N.J. — Liquidation is the likely fate of retailer Joyce Leslie, headquartered in Moonachie, reports NJ Biz. The company filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in federal court in White Plains, N.Y. following failed negotiations with creditors in 2014 and an unsuccessful run with another new chief executive officer, according to NJ Biz. Revenues declined 40 percent since 2013 and the company has yet to become competitive online, says NJ Biz. Click here to read the NJ Biz story.

by Cindy Capitani

01/14/2016

Police & Fire

One DWI Among 10 Accidents Ramapo Police Investigated Wednesday RAMAPO, N.Y. — Seven arrests and 10 car accidents were among the 144 calls Ramapo police responded to on Wednesday, Jan. 13. Ramapo police officers responded to a report of two accidents in the area of 267 North Main St. and West Eckerson Road. A man from Monsey, 31, was charged with driving while intoxicated when the responding officer’s investigation found he exited the parking lot onto West Eckerson Road and struck an oncoming vehicle. Before hitting that car, the driver reportedly backed up into the parking lot and struck another vehicle. The man, whose name was not released, was r…

by Cindy Capitani

01/14/2016

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