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Palisades Park High School Announces 2016 Athletics Hall of Fame Class Palisades Park High School Announces 2016 Athletics Hall of Fame Class
Palisades Park High School Announces 2016 Athletics Hall of Fame Class PALISADES PARK, N.J. -- The Palisades Park High School Hall of Fame Committee has announced this year's inductees into the Palisades Park High School Athletic Hall of Fame. The inductees include: Alexy Cruz; Jaime Cortes; Jennifer Lombardi Acacia; Dennis McLaughlin; Dan Miletic; Jason Miletic; Melissa Donovan Morin; Ronald Panissidi; David VanTine; and the 1991 football team. The induction ceremony will be held on Tuesday, June 7, at The Fiesta, 255 Route 17 in Wood-Ridge.

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Politics
State Rep. Harding Holding Coffee Hours In Brookfield State Rep. Harding Holding Coffee Hours In Brookfield
State Rep. Harding Holding Coffee Hours In Brookfield BROOKFIELD, Conn. -- State Rep. Steve Harding (R-107) will hold legislative coffee hours  on Friday, June 3, from 8 to 9 a.m. at Jesters Coffee, 331 Federal Road. Harding will discuss the results of the 2016 legislative session during the event, which is free of charge and open to the public. Those who have questions but are unable to attend can call Harding’s office at 800-842-1423, or email him at Stephen.Harding@housegop.ct.gov.

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News
State Sen. Hwang Greets Bridgeport's St. Vincent Medical Center At Capitol State Sen. Hwang Greets Bridgeport's St. Vincent Medical Center At Capitol
State Sen. Hwang Greets Bridgeport's St. Vincent Medical Center At Capitol BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- State Sen. Tony Hwang welcomed St. Vincent’s Medical Center President and CEO Stuart G. Marcus to the State Capitol during “Hospital Day” on Wednesday, April 27. The event was sponsored by the Connecticut Hospital Association. Hwang, who recently endorsed a Republican state plan which restores the governor’s proposed funding cuts to hospitals, pledged to continue to be a strong advocate for Connecticut hospitals and the services they provide to the state’s most vulnerable residents. Hwang represents Fairfield, Easton, Weston, Newtown and Westport.

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Events
Closter Organizes Annual Hoedown Closter Organizes Annual Hoedown
Closter Organizes Annual Hoedown CLOSTER, N.J. -- The Closter Improvement Commission is holding its second annual country western hoedown on Friday, June 10, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park. Activities at the event will include family square and line dancing, a petting zoo, pony rides, pie eating contests, BBQ, yodeling, face painting and a mechanical bull ride Those who attend are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. The rain date for the event is June 12, between noon and 3 p.m.

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Lifestyle
Harrison Public Library Seeks Board Of Trustees Member Harrison Public Library Seeks Board Of Trustees Member
Harrison Public Library Seeks Board Of Trustees Member HARRISON, N.Y. -- The Harrison Public Library is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on the library’s board of trustees. Trustees at the library are unpaid volunteers. The board sets policy and direction for the library and oversees its operation through the library director. “Now is a very exciting time to become involved with the Harrison Public Library as we expand services in our newly-renovated downtown facility,” said Robert Blake, the board's president.  “We’re looking for persons who love libraries and who are willing to work to make ours the best it can be. A trustee has many re…

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Politics
Stamford Sen. Leone Applauds State’s $3M Investment In District Stamford Sen. Leone Applauds State’s $3M Investment In District
Stamford Sen. Leone Applauds State’s $3M Investment In District STAMFORD, Conn. -- State Sen. Carlo Leone (D-Stamford, Darien) recently applauded the State Bond Commission’s investment of over $3 million in a string of transportation, business and education initiatives in Stamford. The commission approved $1 million for the expansion of the headquarters of Harman International Industries, $2.1 million for two local bridges and $255,000 in funding as a part of the Alliance Districts program for general improvements to school buildings. “Transportation and education continue to be the key triggers to our economic rebound,” said Leone. “I want to also th…

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Police & Fire
River Vale Police Department Debuts New Fleet Vehicle River Vale Police Department Debuts New Fleet Vehicle
River Vale Police Department Debuts New Fleet Vehicle RIVER VALE, N.J. -- The River Vale Police Department debuted the latest addition to its fleet Saturday at the township’s annual Memorial Day parade. “RVPD H1” – a 2004 Humvee – went for its inaugural ride at the event, carrying members of the River Vale Junior Police Academy, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. The police department acquired the vehicle at no cost to the township through the Law Enforcement Support Office 1033 Program, an initiative that allows previously used military equipment to be re-purposed for law enforcement use by police agencies. The Humvee was stripped and painted at…

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Sports
Andrew Kim Foundation Offering Free Tennis Lessons To Leonia Kids Andrew Kim Foundation Offering Free Tennis Lessons To Leonia Kids
Andrew Kim Foundation Offering Free Tennis Lessons To Leonia Kids LEONIA, N.J. -- The Andrew Kim Foundation is sponsoring free tennis lessons for kids on Saturday, June 4, from noon to 3 p.m. The event will take place at the tennis courts in the Henry Hoebel Area of Overpeck Park. Tennis rackets and balls will be provided. The Kim Foundation is named after Leonia native Andrew Kim, an avid tennis player and coach who was killed during the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

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Politics
Bergen County Clerk Brings Historical Display To Park Ridge Bergen County Clerk Brings Historical Display To Park Ridge
Bergen County Clerk Brings Historical Display To Park Ridge PARK RIDGE, N.J. -- Bergen County Clerk John S. Hogan promoted his “Around the County – Historic Pride” initiative in Park Ridge on Wednesday, May 25, presenting Mayor Terry Maguire and the Council with a reproduction of some of the town’s historic documents. The Around the County program is intended to promote community pride and historical awareness by highlighting some of Bergen County’s earliest historic documents. Items such as articles of incorporation, certificates for exempt fire fighters and original election results have long been archived at the Office of the Bergen County Clerk…

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Business
Mount Vernon Mayor Introduces 'Ground Floor' Tax Breaks For Businesses Mount Vernon Mayor Introduces 'Ground Floor' Tax Breaks For Businesses
Mount Vernon Mayor Introduces 'Ground Floor' Tax Breaks For Businesses MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- Mayor Richard Thomas has announced his latest initiative aimed at spurring economic development and revitalizing Mount Vernon's downtown. In his role as chairman of the Mount Vernon Industrial Development Agency, Thomas has directed the agency to evaluate the creation of a "ground floor" tax incentive for businesses. The incentives, special tax breaks for retail establishments that are located on the street level of buildings, are intended to help retailers thrive and encourage walkability and connectivity for downtown residents. "Mount Vernon must c…

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