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Passaic Baseball League Honors Mayor Passaic Baseball League Honors Mayor
Passaic Baseball League Honors Mayor PASSAIC, N.J. -- The Passaic Roberto Clemente Little League recently honored the city's mayor, Alex D. Blanco, with a plaque recognizing his support for the league. "The Roberto Clemente League is a great asset to Passaic City," Blanco said. "Coaches and staff understand the importance of cultivating a successful child with not only education but recreation, as well." The city is in the process of trying to boost its baseball leagues through Major League Baseball’s RBI program. For more information, click here.
Weston's Norfield Grange Celebrating 120 Years With Barn Dance And Dinner Weston's Norfield Grange Celebrating 120 Years With Barn Dance And Dinner
Weston's Norfield Grange Celebrating 120 Years With Barn Dance And Dinner WESTON, Conn. -- The Norfield Grange is celebrating its 120th anniversary at its third annual Barn Dance and Dinner on Saturday, Jan. 9, at 7 p.m. at the Norfield Grange Hall, 12 Good Hill Road A barn dance featuring contra dance caller Billy Fischer, joined by musicians Bill Walach and Dave Howard, will headline the festivities. No dance experience is necessary. Chili and cornbread will be served at the potluck dinner. Attendees are welcome to bring an appetizer, side dish or dessert to share. Tickets are $20 per person, or $40 per family. For more information or to RSVP, call 203-226…
Bloomingdale Mayor Marks January As Radon Action Month Bloomingdale Mayor Marks January As Radon Action Month
Bloomingdale Mayor Marks January As Radon Action Month BLOOMINGDALE, N.J. -- Bloomingdale Mayor John Dunleavy has announced January will be Radon Action Month for the borough. The initiative is in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. "Radon is a serious health risk," Dunleavy said. "It is the second-leading cause of lung cancer – and the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers." Bloomingdale will provide information on radon for residents at the clerk's office, 101 Hamburg Turnpike.
Stamford’s Picture That Frames Another National Honor Stamford’s Picture That Frames Another National Honor
Stamford’s Picture That Frames Another National Honor STAMFORD, Conn. -- Valerie Cooper, owner of the Stamford-based corporate art consulting firm Picture That, was recently presented with the National Minority Supplier Development Council’s Regional Supplier of the Year Award at the 2015 Business Conference and Expo. Joset Wright-Lacy, NMSDC's president, presented the honor at the event, which was held in the San Diego Convention Center. The win marked the second time in seven years that Picture That had been among the group of minority suppliers recognized by the organization. The criteria for the winners of the award includes growth in …
Eastchester High School Hosting Driver's Ed Program Eastchester High School Hosting Driver's Ed Program
Eastchester High School Hosting Driver's Ed Program EASTCHESTER, N.Y. -- Eastchester Union Free School District's driver’s education program will begin with an orientation on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016, at 6 p.m. in the high school library. Total cost of the course is $535. For an application, go to the the high school's registrar/technology office, or click here.
Saddle Brook School District Names New Director Of Special Services Saddle Brook School District Names New Director Of Special Services
Saddle Brook School District Names New Director Of Special Services SADDLE BROOK, N.J. -- The Saddle Brook School District has named Frank Santora its new director of special services. Santora will begin his tenure in mid-February. He will also serve as the new principal of Washington School. Santora comes to Saddle Brook from the Union Township School District, where he is currently employed as a supervisor of special services. He was also a school psychologist in the Westfield School District.
Carlucci Praises Cuomo's Efforts To Shelter Homeless Carlucci Praises Cuomo's Efforts To Shelter Homeless
Carlucci Praises Cuomo's Efforts To Shelter Homeless NEW CITY, N.Y. -- State Sen. David Carlucci (D-Rockland/Westchester), chairman of the Senate Committee on Social Services, has issued a statement on Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s recent executive action to provide asistance to the homeless as the winter turns colder. Carlucci states: "As temperatures continue to plummet and snow blankets our state, the tens of thousands of homeless New Yorkers and their families must be indoors and safe from the elements this winter. “The executive order signed by Gov. Cuomo today is exactly what we need to make sure that services are coordinated and that t…
Ringwood Council Holding Reorganization Meeting Ringwood Council Holding Reorganization Meeting
Ringwood Council Holding Reorganization Meeting RINGWOOD, N.J. -- The Ringwood Borough Council will hold its reorganization meeting on Tuesday. Incumbent Mayor Walter J. Davison and council members John Speer, James Martocci and Sean T. Noonan will be sworn in after being re-elected in November. The ceremony starts at 7 p.m. at borough hall, 60 Margaret King Ave.
Clifton Elks Lodge Offers Paint Night Clifton Elks Lodge Offers Paint Night
Clifton Elks Lodge Offers Paint Night CLIFTON, N.J. -- The Clifton Elks Lodge will host a paint night at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 22. The event is $40 per person, and includes paint supplies, canvasses, aprons and instruction from Pencilworks Studio. The lodge is at 775 Clifton Ave. For more information, contact Joanne Stolarz at 973-473-9752.
East Rutherford Library Hosting "Sock Snowman" Workshop For Kids East Rutherford Library Hosting "Sock Snowman" Workshop For Kids
East Rutherford Library Hosting "Sock Snowman" Workshop For Kids EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The East Rutherford Memorial Library is giving kids the chance to create a “sock snowman” on Wednesday, January 13, at 4 p.m. Participants in the craft event will be provided socks, buttons and all materials to make their snowmen. The program is open to those age 10 and up. Registration is required, and space is limited. Participants must arrive five minutes early to claim their reserved spot, or it may be given to wait-listed individuals. Priority will be given to East Rutherford residents. For more information, contact children’s librarian Maria Russo at 2…
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