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East Fishkill Police Seek Public's Help In Investigating Vandalism Calls East Fishkill Police Seek Public's Help In Investigating Vandalism Calls
East Fishkill Police Seek Public's Help In Investigating Vandalism Calls EAST FISHKILL, N.Y. -- East Fishkill police are looking for the public's help as they investigate a rash of vandalism and public mischief calls in several neighborhoods. In the past few weeks, police have responded to a number of calls about damage to cars and property in the neighborhoods around White Pond, Jamie, and Cross roads, which are on top of Stormville Mountain, police said.  Damage includes slashed tires, broken car windows and, in one case, a small fire in a resident's yard. Incidents been occurring during the overnight hours and those responsible may be on foot, police said. A…
Plans For Two-Family House Rejected By Clifton Zoning Board Plans For Two-Family House Rejected By Clifton Zoning Board
Plans For Two-Family House Rejected By Clifton Zoning Board CLIFTON, N. J. -- Clifton zoning board members recently blocked a plan to build a two-family home in the Delewanna section of town, NorthJersey.com reported.Nearby residents said Medi Selman's plan to build the large home at 353 Main Ave. at the corner of Frances Street would not fit in with the neighborhood. Residents say there is already a problem with illegal apartment buildings in the area, NorthJersey.com said. Zoning board members, who ultimately voted 7-0 to deny the request, were concerned that the building would be too large and that the basement could be used as a third apartment, …
Ringwood Aims To Curb Residential Speeding Ringwood Aims To Curb Residential Speeding
Ringwood Aims To Curb Residential Speeding RINGWOOD, N. J. -- The Ringwood police chief says his department continues to step up efforts to curb speeding and tailgating, though some city officials say dangerous driving still is a problem, NorthJersey.com reported.Responding to complaints about speeding throughout Ringwood from borough council members, Police Chief Joseph Walker said officers already have stepped up enforcement by writing more citations and using unmarked police cars, NorthJersey.com said. There's also a special task force in place to help come up other enforcement ideas. Walker noted that police resources are limited…
Author Sherry Turkle To Speak At Darien Community Association Author Sherry Turkle To Speak At Darien Community Association
Author Sherry Turkle To Speak At Darien Community Association DARIEN, CONN. -- Sherry Turkle, author, MIT professor and TED Talk speaker, will share insights about technology from her latest book, "Reclaiming Conversation: The Power of Talk in a Digital Age," at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Darien Community Association, 274 Middlesex Road. A licensed clinical psychologist, Turkle has been studying digital culture for more than 30 years. She is the Abby Rockefeller Mauzé Professor of Social Studies of Science and Technology at MIT.  In her new book, Turkle explores how we often find ways to avoid fact-to-face interaction in favor of an e-mail or tex…
Norma R. Jordan, 91, Lodi Resident Norma R. Jordan, 91, Lodi Resident
Norma R. Jordan, 91, Lodi Resident LODI, N. J. -- Norma R. Jordan, a lifelong resident of Lodi, died Friday, Oct. 2. She was 91 years old.She was predeceased by her parents Carl and Ella Trocola, and her husband, Edward. She is survived by Carla Krohn of Kentucky; Gail (Michael) Izzo of Beachwood; and Pearl (Vincent) Lisa of Lodi.  She is also survived by her grandchildren Larry, Tony, Kim, Nicholas, Michele, Gina, and seven great-grandchildren. A visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. Monday. A funeral service is scheduled for 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, at Santangelo Funeral Home, 300 N. Main St., Lodi, then to St. Joseph Roman Ca…
Ringwood Begins Flushing Of Water Mains Ringwood Begins Flushing Of Water Mains
Ringwood Begins Flushing Of Water Mains RINGWOOD, N. J. -- Ringwood city officials are alerting residents that they'll be flushing out water mains throughout the borough in the next ten days.Flushing started Oct. 5 and continues on weekdays through Oct. 15. Hours for flushing are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Water department officials said residents may notice some discoloration and lower water pressure during this time.  They are asking homeowners to turn off water at the valve where the water enters the house from the outside main. A notice with a specific schedule is available on the Ringwood website. For more details, call (973)-475-710…
 Spectrum For Living Fundraiser To Aid Westwood Facility, Others  Spectrum For Living Fundraiser To Aid Westwood Facility, Others
Spectrum For Living Fundraiser To Aid Westwood Facility, Others PASCACK VALLEY, N. J. -- Tickets are available for a Nov. 18 tricky tray fundraiser that will support Spectrum for Living programs for people with developmental disabilities. Tickets cost $65 each, and include a sheet of raffle tickets, a door prize ticket, cocktails, dinner and other refreshments. The fundraiser at Seasons restaurant, 644 Pascack Road in Washington Township will run from 6:30-10:30 p.m. CLICK HERE to buy tickets.  Reservation deadline is Nov. 6 Spectrum for Living is a non-profit organization that operates 28 sites in three New Jersey counties serving more than 800 peopl…
Clifton School Board Disbands Subcommittee On Uniforms Clifton School Board Disbands Subcommittee On Uniforms
Clifton School Board Disbands Subcommittee On Uniforms CLIFTON, N. J. -- Clifton school board members narrowly agreed to disband a school uniform subcommittee, putting a temporary end to public debate about school uniforms, NorthJersey.com. reported.But during the Sept. 25 vote on dismantling the group, several board members indicated that they are still open to talking about the idea of uniforms for schoolchildren, NorthJersey.com said. Parents opposed to school uniforms will likely keep an eye on whether this issue comes up again, according to NorthJersey.com. Click here to read the full article.
Police Seize Drugs In Arrest Of Two Men In Propsect Park Police Seize Drugs In Arrest Of Two Men In Propsect Park
Police Seize Drugs In Arrest Of Two Men In Propsect Park PROSPECT PARK, N. J. -- Two men are facing drug charges after Passaic County Sheriff's investigators recovered about $1,200 worth of prescription drugs on Wednesday, Sept. 30, following a drug investigation in Prospect Park, NJ.com reported. Jhabeb Malique, 25, of Prospect Park, was charged with dealing drugs from his home, and faces eight drug related offenses. Tony Laterra, 21, of Palisades Park, was charged with drug possession, NJ.com said. Police observed the two engaged in a drug deal at Malique's Prospect Park home, and later recovered drugs after searching both men, police said. She…
Wilton's State Rep. Lavielle Honored As Children's Champion Wilton's State Rep. Lavielle Honored As Children's Champion
Wilton's State Rep. Lavielle Honored As Children's Champion WILTON, Conn. -- State Rep. Gail Lavielle, a longtime member of the state legislature's Education Committee, made the list of 26 legislators named 2015 Children's Champions by the Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance.The group selects legislators each year who work closely with early childhood advocates to shape legislation that impacts the well-being of Connecticut’s young children in the areas of healthy development, early care and education, nutrition and safety.  Much of this year’s early childhood success involved programs and services that were saved from elimination or major cuts in t…
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