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Police & Fire

White Plains Fire Bureau Gets Federal Grant For Breathing Gear WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- U.S. Rep. Nita M. Lowey, D-Westchester/Rockland, has announced that two Department of Homeland Security Assistance to Firefighters Grants have been awarded to the White Plains Fire Bureau and the Ossining Volunteer Ambulance Corps. Through the grants, the White Plains Fire Bureau received $361,646 to replace outdated breathing equipment, while the Ossining Volunteer Ambulance Corps received $121,399 for two new defibrillators and 87 new EMS rescue turnout coats, helmets and gloves. “Local emergency services providers play a critical role in protecting our neighbo…

05/23/2016

Police & Fire

Englewood Cliffs Fire Department Sets Pancake Fundraiser ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. -- The Englewood Cliffs Fire Department is hosting its fourth annual all you can eat pancake breakfast fundraiser on Sunday, June 12, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the fire department, 475 Sylvan Ave. Suggested donation is $5 per person. Children under 5 eat free.

05/23/2016

Politics

Fairfield's Dwyer Throws Hat In The Ring For State Senate FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Philip Dwyer of Fairfield officially announced his decision to run for state senator of the 28th District on Wednesday. “It is an honor to be asked to run for the 28th State Senate District representing Easton, Fairfield, Newtown, Weston and Westport, and I look forward to meeting voters and discussing the issues that are important to them,” he said. A Democrat, Dwyer looks to challenge current State Sen. Tony Hwang of Fairfield. Dwyer notably served as president and CEO of the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA before his retirement in 2010. During his 20 years of servi…

05/23/2016

Events

Saddle Brook Celebrates 300 Years With Pizza Party SADDLE BROOK, N.J. -- The tricentennial committee will be holding a pizza party at VFW Post 3484, 44 Market Street, on Friday, June 10, from 7 to 11 p.m. The event will include food and music. Cost is $10 per person. For more information, or to purchase tickets, call 201-587-2903 or visit the committee's Facebook page by clicking here.

05/23/2016

Events

Kent Library Hosting Watercolor Course For Kids KENT LAKES, N.Y. -- The Kent Public Library is hosting “The Fundamentals of Watercolor Painting,” a series of classes for kids age 8 to 12. The first class will be held on Tuesday, May 31, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., with the sessions continuing two more weeks. The course, which will be taught by Janine Spittle, will cover the fundamentals of watercolor painting, along with some of the different techniques used in the medium. All materials will be provided. Registration is required, and attendance at all sessions is requested. Parents are asked to stay in the library during the classes.…

05/23/2016

Events

Lyndhurst Holding Interactive Health Event LYNDHURST, N.J. -- The Lyndhurst Health Department is hosting an interactive health event on Friday, June 10, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Health Department, 253 Stuyvesant Ave. The event will include health and wellness related screenings and information. Blood glucose readings will be performed by the Clara Maass Medical Center. Fasting is optional. A variety of health education materials will also be available. Snacks will be provided, as well. For more information, call 201-804-2500.

05/23/2016

Politics

Saddle Brook Officials Remind Residents Of Absentee Ballot Deadline SADDLE BROOK, N.J. -- Officials in Saddle Brook are reminding area residents that Tuesday, May 31, is the last day applications by mail for an absentee ballot will be accepted. Requests for absentee ballots must be received – not postmarked – by the Bergen County clerk by that date. Those who want to obtain an absentee ballot after May 31 must apply in person to the Bergen County Clerk’s Office. For more information, call 201-587-2909.

05/23/2016

Sports

Harlem Wizards Heading To Allendale ALLENDALE, N.J. -- The Harlem Wizards are coming to play in Allendale on Friday, June 3, at 7 p.m. at Northern Highlands Regional High School. The family event, which has sold out for each of the past three years, is presented by the Allendale Foundation for Educational Excellence. Tickets to the game are $15 if purchased in advance, and $17 at the door, provided the game is not sold out beforehand. Online ticket purchases are subject to a Wizards’ processing fee. Tickets are non-refundable. Doors to the event will open at 6 p.m. For more information, or to order tickets payable by c…

05/23/2016

Police & Fire

Ramapo Police, EMTs Save Man's Life After Reported Heroin Overdose RAMAPO, N.Y. -- Ramapo police officers, along with Rockland paramedics and Faist Ambulance Corp members, teamed up to save the life of a 28-year-old man who reportedly overdosed on heroin Friday. Ramapo police responded to a Chestnut Ridge address after receiving the report of the overdose, according to officials. The man was found unconscious, clutching a hypodermic syringe, police report. Ramapo Police administered Narcan, but the man did not respond, according to officials. A second dose was administered with the assistance of Faist Ambulance Corp members; the man still did not resp…

05/22/2016

Events

Fort Lee Library Hosting Writers' Workshop FORT LEE, N.J. -- The Fort Lee Library is hosting its monthly writers’ workshop on Thursday, June 16, at 7:30 p.m. The one-hour event is free and open to anyone who wants to attend. The workshop offers an opportunity for aspiring writers to have samples of their work and project ideas critiqued by the group, though doing so is not required. All attendees may participate in the discussion.

05/21/2016

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