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Cindy Capitani

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Schools

Wanaque School PTA Seeks Donations For Tricky Tray WANAQUE, N.J. — The PTA is asking families in the community to make a donation go a basket or prize to benefit the upcoming Tricky Tray fundraiser. Proceeds from this event helps support the PTA so it can continue to provide enriching programs for Wanaque school children. Anyone who can make a donation can drop it off at the school or contact Leane Tully for pick-up arrangements by emailing her at leanetully@gmail.com. The Tricky Tray theme is “A Night At The Oscars” and takes place on Saturday, April 2. For more information contact Tully at leanetully@gmail.com or Patty Sirois at patt…

by Cindy Capitani

02/17/2016

Lifestyle

License Furry Friends For Ho-Ho-Kus Pet Census HO-HO-KUS, N.J. — A dog and cat census is underway in the Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus and residents are reminded that pets must be licensed by Monday, Feb. 29. According to Ho-Ho-Kus Code, any person who owns, keeps or harbors a dog or cat of licensing age, must apply for a license from the borough every year. Failure to do so can result in a summons. If a summons is issued, there is a mandatory court appearance, a $100 fine, plus court costs. There will be no exceptions. A license can be obtained in person at the Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus, 333 Warren Ave. Renewals may be mailed in with a copy of r…

by Cindy Capitani

02/17/2016

Events

Ramsey Library Talks 'The Boys In The Boat' With Teens RAMSEY, N.J. — A book discussion for teens takes place at the Ramsey Library on Thursday afternoon “Teen Book Talk” is for 6th and 7th grades and runs 3:30-4:30 p.m. on Feb. 18. Discussed will be a young adult adaptation of “The Boys in the Boat” by Daniel James Brown. Register at the reference desk; seating is limited. Snacks will be served. Click here for more information.

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02/17/2016

Sports

Saddle Brook Youth Athletes Join Basketball Day SADDLE BROOK, N.J. — Saddle Brook Basketball Day was held Saturday, Feb. 13, with games for boys and girls played throughout the day. Commissioner Manny Scarangella organized the event with the help of coaches and parents. Games were scheduled in all age groups. There also was a DJ to introduce all participants and play music and sound effects during the games and to cheer on the teams. The National Anthem was played before each game as a show of patriotism. Everyone enjoyed watching the coaches play in a battle of the coaches game. The event was videotaped and will soon be aired on Our …

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02/17/2016

Lifestyle

Galentine Dance Party In Teaneck Features Fitness Favorites TEANECK, N.J. — A special fitness class open to the public takes place on Thursday at Avenue Event Space in Teaneck. Tickets are still available for the first Galentine’s Dance Party featuring some favorite former "Feminine Fitness" instructors including Amanda, Nina, Jane, Kim, Laurie, Nicole, Rossana, and a surprise guest or two. The event is Feb. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10. Same-day walk-ins are welcome. Click here to reserve a spot. ZUMBA wear will be available for sale at the event. Avenue Event Space is located at 1382 Queen Anne Road.

by Cindy Capitani

02/17/2016

News

Garnerville Bus Crash Knocks Out Power, Closes Main Street GARNERVILLE, N.Y. — Part of Main Street closed and over 2,000 people were without power in Garnerville most of Tuesday after a bus crashed through a utility pole in the early morning hours, reports News12. A Transport of Rockland bus hit a patch of ice Feb. 16 while driving on Main Street around 6:30 a.m., lost control and knocked the pole down, according to News12. The bus driver and three passengers were not injured but two circuits were damaged in the downed wires, causing the outages, reports News12y. Click here to read the story on News12.

by Cindy Capitani

02/16/2016

News

Be On The Look Out For 'Giorgio,' Last Seen Crow Hill Road Mount Kisco MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. — A white Coton de Tuléar disappeared from Crow Hill Road in Mount Kisco on Friday afternoon and is still missing. Anyone with information is asked to call 914-244-0430. The male dog goes by the name ‘Giogio.’ The Coton de Tuléar is a breed of small dog named for the city of Tuléar in Madagascar and for its cotton-like coat. The breed is somewhat longer than tall. Click here for more information.

by Cindy Capitani

02/16/2016

News

Green M&M's May Never Be The Same, Mars CEO Says Start hoarding your candy. Skittles, M&Ms and Starburst are just some of the goodies that will change colors after Mars rolls out a plan to remove artificial coloring from its products, according to multiple reports. Mars follows General Mills, who removed both artificial colors and flavors, and joins a dozen companies voluntarily joining the natural bandwagon, according to Huffington Post. Getting rid of all artificial colors from its portfolio of foods is a massive undertaking that Mars CEO said will take up to five years, reports Huffington Post. Over 50 brands will be affected. Con…

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02/16/2016

News

Erin Brockovich Accidentally Bashes Poughkeepsie Water On Bill Maher POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — Activist Erin Brockovich inadvertently bashed Poughkeepsie’s drinking water on the HBO series, "Real Time With Bill Maher,” but she really meant to offer up praise, reports Poughkeepsie Journal. Brockovich’s office said she was rushing to make all of her points and things got muddled when she was discussing Poughkeepsie’s decision to add an expensive carbon filtration system to its water treatment plant, according to Poughkeepsie Journal. Brockovich is best known for her role building a groundwater contamination case against a power company, and being the inspirati…

by Cindy Capitani

02/16/2016

Police & Fire

Bridgeport City Council To Decide Fate Of Police Chief BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — Mayor Joe Ganim and the Bridgeport City Council will decide next week whether the city's police chief can retire and take another emergency management position in the city, according to ctpost.com. Police Chief Joseph Gaudett has been on the force since the 1980s, and his $131,000 contract was up in December until the outgoing mayor extended it another five years, reports ctpost.com. Ganim was expected to appoint a new chief, possibly Capt. Armando “A.J.” Perez, according to ctpost.com. Click here to read the story on ctpost.com.

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02/16/2016

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