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Painmaikapuka, the great rock, Glen Rock

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Researched and written by historian Kevin W. Wright, 2015.

Glen Rock NJ, ever wonder where the rock in Glen Rock came from according to the Bergen Historical Society, the rocky residue of glaciation comes in all shapes and sizes, from sand grains and clay particles up to abandoned boulders of often wondrous size. The most conspicuous glacial erratics in our neighborhood, seated in isolated splendor, earned names and had their likenesses published on postcards. Such is the story of the lonely stone-faced giant, Painmaikapuka, better known as the Glen Rock.

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Reminder: Paving of Rock Road and Maple Ave in Glen Rock Thru July !

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Glen Rock NJ, in preparation for the County of Bergen to pave Rock Road and Maple Avenue this summer, the County ADA ramp and curb cuts contractor will be working along Rock Road and Maple Avenue beginning on Tuesday May 28th and is scheduled to work through July 31st . Work hours will be from 7 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. The contractor will be starting on Rock Road, from Lincoln Avenue, and will proceed to work on one side of the road at a time. Please be aware of this construction and plan accordingly. This project, and the paving of Rock Road and Maple Avenue will be funded by the County of Bergen.

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Glen Rock Officials Condemn Swastika Incident At School

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The Mayor and Council condemn any and all acts of hate. Hate speech and hate in any form is not welcome in Glen Rock.

While the Superintendent and BOE are the appropriate lead on the response in the schools to this incident, we have offered our help and support in any way that they deem necessary.

In the wake of this incident, we urge our community to come together; for us all to speak with our children and our neighbors; to discuss the impact of our words and actions on others, whether or not the intent is malicious.

As a governing body, we will continue to work with the Superintendent and the schools as appropriate, to reinforce the culture of empathy and inclusion that is the hallmark of our community in Glen Rock

Mayor Bruce Packer

Council President Kristine Morieko

Council Member Michael O’Hagan

Council Member Amy Martin

Council Member Bill Leonard

Council Member Arati Kreibich

Council Member Mary Barchetto

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the Fly spy’s Ridgewood Councilman at Glen Rock Pride Event

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the fly has noticed Ridgewood councilman, who left the Ridgewood Pride event very soon after it began (and long before the flag was raised on the new pole) , went to the Glen Rock Pride event where he was photographed in a bromance embrace with Hans Lehman, husband of Jan Philips.  So nice that this elected official is more interested in the event at another town than the one he swore to represent. 

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Glen Rock Police and Fire Department Respond to AM 911 at Glen Rock Gas Station

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Glen Rock NJ,  Shortly after 9:30 PM on Thursday, 05/16, Glen Rock Police and Glen Rock Fire Department responded to a 911 telephone call reporting that a U-Haul rental truck had struck a gas station building at 390 South Maple Avenue, Glen Rock. First arriving units quickly determined that no one was injured in the mishap, and that damage to the gas station itself was very minimal. However, the truck’s drive shaft was severely damaged rendering the vehicle completely unmovable. A heavy duty tow truck was used extricate the rental vehicle from its post crash resting position and remove it from the scene. No word as to whether the driver would be responsible for towing charges and damages incurred to the vehicle.

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Reader Comments On Night Time Solicitations in Glen Rock

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” No permits should be issued by police to allow people to be bothered in their own homes. I would jump a mile if my doorbell rang after 8 PM when I wasn’t expecting anyone. I would not respond, but then there’s the chance that your house is being cased to see if anyone is home, so supposedly you’re better off yelling “No thanks!” Why should the burden fall on a person in his or her own home? All such permit requests should be denied, including political movements and fundraising. I believe this will eventually happen and I hope it’s not because of some awful incident. Sorry, but it’s a new world and the sanctity of the privacy of one’s home must be respected. Fundraising efforts should be directed elsewhere. “

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Glen Rock Police reply to multiple soliciting complaints

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Glen Rock NJ, Glen Rock Police reply to multiple soliciting complaints :

“We have received numerous complaints this evening regarding a company that is soliciting door to door. The company in question has applied for and received solicitor permits from the police department. All solicitors are required to display their Glen Rock Police Department issued permits which include their photo, name, company name, dates valid and permit number. They should be able to provide it to you upon request.

Solicitors are allowed to operate on Monday through Saturday only between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.

Of course, the Glen Rock Police Department will respond and check on any solicitors not showing their permits, who are causing a disturbance, acting suspiciously or appear to be unlicensed to solicit. However, solicitors who are properly licensed and adhering to the rules are allowed to go door to door. “

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Glen Rock Police Seek your Help

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Glen Rock NJ, Over the weekend there was a residential burglary reported to us on Ashton Pl (Saturday 5/4/19 between 9pm and 10pm) and several car burglaries reported to us during the early morning hours (Sunday 5/5/19) in various sections of town. As with any incidents, the Glen Rock Police are asking any residents with video systems or video doorbells to check their footage and report any suspicious persons, vehicles or incidents. Thank you.

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Glen Rock Council Votes No on Human Sacrifices ,and “Indigenous people day”

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Glen Rock NJ, thanks to the efforts of the Italian America One Voice Coalition Glen Rock has backed off on ,” Indigenous people day ” . The Borough Council voted down the move Wednesday night by a 7-0 vote , ending weeks of unwanted attention and ridicule  https://theridgewoodblog.net/we-are-all-in-favor-of-indigenous-peoples-day-as-long-as-it-includes-human-sacrifice/  .  The vote culminated an extended debate over the proposal.

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Glen Rock Comes to No Decision on Columbus Day vs Indigenous Peoples Day

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Glen Rock Nj, Glen Rock makes a no decision on Columbus Day vs
Indigenous Peoples Day . Our feeling was that human sacrifices where a big over the top . Here is what we said :
https://theridgewoodblog.net/we-are-all-in-favor-of-indigenous-peoples-day-as-long-as-it-includes-human-sacrifice/

Anyway here is what Mayor Bruce Packer had to say :

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Some Bergen Towns Could be Prime Beneficiaries of the Trump Administration’s Proposed New Illegal Immigration Policy

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Glen Rock NJ, we reported in January of 2017 that Glen Rock Mayor Bruce Packer said Glen Rock welcomes people from shithole countries,

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NJDOT Grant to Improve Intersection of Rock Road and Maple Ave in Glen Rock

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Glen Rock NJ, Glen Rock Mayor Bruce Packer announced to day a New Jersey Department of Transportation grant to improve the intersection of Rock Road and Maple Avenue .

Packer said ,”I am pleased to share that I got a call from the governor’s office to inform me that the New Jersey Department of Transportation Municipal Aid program awarded Glen Rock with a grant for $227,000 which will facilitate the next step of our improvement efforts at the intersection of Rock Road and Maple Avenue.
We have been looking to improve pedestrian and vehicular safety at this intersection for several years and look forward to moving ahead with the project.”

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UPDATE: WOMAN CHARGED WITH LEAVING THE SCENE OF A FATAL MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION IN GLEN ROCK

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Glen Rock NJ, Acting Bergen County Prosecutor Dennis Calo announced the arrest of MARINA M. LEE (DOB: 6/18/1953; widowed; and employed as an office manager) of 100 Rock Road, #107, Hawthorne, New Jersey, on charges of Leaving The Scene Of A Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision, Endangering An Injured Victim, and Hindering Apprehension. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti and the Glen Rock Police Department under the direction of Chief Dean Ackermann.

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Glen Rock Police Warns of Continued PSEG Scams

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Glen Rock NJ, the Glen Rock Police Department reminds you that Public service, electric, gas and other utility scams continue to be reported to the GRPD. Please educate your friends and family. These cases are next to impossible to investigate and usually involve suspects outside the United States. Our best defence is helping others recognize the red flags and prevention. If in doubt, call the service company directly using a phone number off your bill or call the GRPD and ask us to take a look. These suspects use fear and pressure to try and demand you act without stopping to think a moment. If you feel uncomfortable, take a minute to check on what the person on the phone is telling you. This goes for anyone who comes to your home or business as well. High pressure tactics are designed to get people to act before thinking things through. Be safe.

Report Fraudulent Activity : If you think you may have been a victim of a scam, call us at 1-800-436-PSEG (7734) and then file a report with your local police

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HAWTHORNE WOMEN CHARGED WITH LEAVING THE SCENE OF A HIT AND RUN IN GLEN ROCK

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Glen Rock NJ, Acting Bergen County Prosecutor Dennis Calo announced the arrest of MARINA M. LEE (DOB: 6/18/1953; widowed; employed as an office manager) of 100 Rock Road, #107, Hawthorne, New Jersey on a charge of Leaving the Scene Of A Motor Vehicle Collision Resulting In Serious Bodily Injury. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Robert Anzilotti and the Glen Rock Police Department under the direction of Chief Dean Ackermann.

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