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Rutherford Recognizes Former BOE Member With Tree Planting RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Rutherford had an Arbor Day Ceremony, on Saturday, April 23, with a memorial tree planting in front of Union School. The tree was planted in memory of Thom Casadonte, former board member of the Rutherford Board of Education. "May it grow tall and strong, and always be a symbol of Thom Casadonte's purpose, giving spirit, leadership and community service to the borough of Rutherford," said Theresa Casadonte, his widow.

by Rachel Martin

05/03/2016

Schools

Autism Book Discussion Comes To Wayne Tuesday WAYNE, N.Y. -- The authors of "In a Different Key: the Story of Autism" will present a free book discussion and signing on Tuesday, May 3, at the Wayne Public Library. John Donvan and Caren Zucker have been colloborating since 2000. "As two journalists with a personal connection to autism, they aim to inspire acceptance of and support for people on the spectrum by telling their stories with honesty and compassion," the event flyer notes. The book has been very well-received. For a variety of reader reviews, click here. Mr. Michael Reinknecht, director of Student Support…

by Rachel Martin

05/03/2016

News

Ridgewood Rotary Meeting Location Migrates RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- The Ridgewood A.M. Rotary Club will have a new weekly meeting location, as of this Thursday, May 5. Members will now meet at Roots Steakhouse, 17 Chestnut St. Club meetings are at 7:30 a.m. every Thursday. For more information about the club, visit its website.

by Rachel Martin

05/03/2016

Schools

Haworth Middle Schoolers Present 'The Addams Family' HAWORTH, N.J. -- The Haworth Public School Drama Club presented its spring production, "The Addams Family," on Thursday and Saturday, April 28 and 30. "Audiences were treated to a stellar show as the middle-schoolers enthusiastically embodied the creepy, kooky Addams family, the 'seemingly' normal family of Wednesday's boyfriend Lucas and the Greek Chorus of ghoulish ancestors," a news release noted.

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05/03/2016

News

Montvale KPMG Office Honored For 20 Years' Service To Nonprofit MONTVALE, N.J. -- Northern New Jersey nonprofit Oasis recently honored KPMG for its for 20 years of service to the organization. Oasis "is on a mission to change the lives of women and children in need by helping them to break the cycle of poverty through programs that feed, clothe, educate and empower," a news release noted. "And KPMG has walked that journey with them from the beginning." KPMG was the first-ever corporate honoree in Oasis' two-decade history. Its Chairman and CEO Lynne Doughtie accepted the tribute at Oasis' annual "Gala for Hope." "Ou…

by Rachel Martin

05/03/2016

Lifestyle

Take 'Armchair Art Tour' With West Milford Library WEST MILFORD, N.J. -- The public is invited to take an "Armchair Art Tour" at the West Milford Township Library this Tuesday, May 3, on the theme of "Eternal Spring." Dr. Michael Norris is the owner of Armchair Art Tours and a former museum educator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. He'll help patrons "wander vicariously through fabulous private gardens, from ancient to medieval, in a multimedia presentation featuring the art and plants of the MET and its branch museum, the Cloisters," the library noted. You can register by stopping by the Adult/Teen Services d…

by Rachel Martin

05/03/2016

Events

Global Anti-Semitism Symposium Organized In Hackensack HACKENSACK, N.J. -- Joshua Cohen, director of the Anti-Defamation League's New Jersey regional office, will lead a discussion on global anti-Semitism at the National Council of Jewish Women's May Study Group, on Tuesday, May 31. The presentation will include an interactive audiovisual presentation. Admission is $5 for members, $10 for non-members and payable at the door. The session will begin at 1 pm., at The Shops of Riverside Conference Center, on the lower level. For more information about the NCJW BCS, visit its website.

by Rachel Martin

05/03/2016

Obituaries

John Farrell, 57, North Arlington Resident NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. -- John Farrell, of North Arlington, died Sunday, May 1. He was 57. Born in Scotland, Farrell was raised in Kearny and has lived in North Arlington since 1983. He worked for PSE&G in Jersey City for the past 36 years as a working inspector and was a member of the IBEW Local 94 of Cranbury. He was an avid fisherman and golfer, and loved to watch soccer. Farrell is survived by his wife, Sue (Cicchino) Farrell; children Breanne Farrell and her fiance Eddy Tejada, and Michael Farrell; brothers Ralph and Alex Farrell; nieces and nephew Shannon, John and Jessica; and…

by Rachel Martin

05/03/2016

Neighbors

Photos: Rutherford Youngster Wins NJ Hoop Championship RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Rutherford's Luke Gaccione was New Jersey's Hoop Shoot champion. After winning the Ortega Hoop Shoot, in Rutherford, Gaccione advanced to the NJ State Elks Association's State Hoop Shoot, in South Plainfield -- and won. He then advanced to the Regional Hoop Shoot, in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, and the finals, in Chicago, Illinois.

by Rachel Martin

05/03/2016

Events

Lodi Library Substitutes Ongoing Book Sale For Annual Sale LODI, N.J. -- In lieu of the its Annual May Book Sale, the Friends of the Lodi Memorial Library will continue their Ongoing Book Sale -- for the rest of May and for the rest of the year. All children and adult books are now $0.50, as well as an extensive collection of DVDs, CDs, video games and games. All items are in gently used condition. The proceeds from the sale help support programing and Friends purchases for the library. The Ongoing Sale racks are located by the Circulation Desk. And book, DVD and CDs donations are still being collected at the library. "Please stop by the li…

by Rachel Martin

05/03/2016

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