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Ho-Ho-Kus Renews 10-Year, $44 Million Agreement with Northern Highlands Regional High School

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, the Ho-Ho-Kus Board of Education has officially approved a new 10-year, $44 million send/receive contract with Northern Highlands Regional High School in Allendale, NJ. This deal ensures that Ho-Ho-Kus high school students will continue attending Northern Highlands through 2035, solidifying a partnership that dates back nearly three decades.

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Ho-Ho-Kus will Hold its Annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday at 10:30 AM

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, the Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus will proudly hold its annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday at 10:30 AM. The parade begins at Ardmore Road and Sheridan Avenue and concludes at the War Memorial on East Franklin Turnpike, where a Remembrance Ceremony will follow. The ceremony will include the laying of wreaths and a special dedication to our 2025 Hometown Hero Banners.

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Kindergarten Goes K9: Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Wows Ho-Ho-Kus Students with Safety and Police Demo

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Kindergarteners at Ho-Ho-Kus School Get a Paws-itively Amazing Lesson in Police Work

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, today was anything but ordinary for the kindergarteners at Ho-Ho-Kus School—it was paws-itively amazing!

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Join Acclaimed Artist Eric Santoli for a Live Plein Air Painting Class at The Hermitage

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, join renowned artist Eric Santoli for a LIVE plein air painting class at the beautiful and historic Hermitage in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ. Whether you’re a professional painter or just starting your creative journey, this is a rare opportunity to learn directly from a master in a breathtaking outdoor setting.

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Fallen Tree Disrupts Utility Services in Ho-Ho-Kus, Damages Utility Poles

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, a large shade tree came crashing down across West Saddle River Road, just north of Hollywood Avenue, on the morning of Sunday, May 4, disrupting utility services for multiple residents in the area.

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Sycamore Community Church Celebrates Official Opening with Ribbon Cutting and Tree Planting Ceremony

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Ho-Ho-Kus Nj, on Saturday, April 26, 2025, Sycamore Community Church, formerly known as the Community Church of Ho-Ho-Kus, hosted a ribbon cutting, tree planting, and sign unveiling ceremony to celebrate its official opening.

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Ho-Ho-Kus Elementary Honors Former Student with Life-Saving Blood Drive

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, On Saturday, April 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the community is invited to roll up their sleeves and donate blood in memory of Molly Marie Pearson. The blood drive will take place at Ho-Ho-Kus Elementary School, 70 Lloyd Road, the very school where Molly began her educational journey as a kindergartener.

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Clifton, Ho-Ho-Kus, and River Vale Named Among Best Places to Live in New Jersey for 2025

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, three North Jersey towns—Clifton, Ho-Ho-Kus, and River Vale—have been named among the best places to live in New Jersey in 2025, according to a new ranking by WorldAtlas.com.

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NEW JERSEY SPRING TRADITION GETS UNDERWAY WITH OPENING DAY OF TROUT SEASON ON SATURDAY, APRIL 5

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Anglers eager to get their lines in the water will have an abundance of fishing opportunities this spring when trout season opens at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 5, with more than 180,000 rainbow trout and larger broodstock available in waterways across New Jersey.

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3 Bergen County Towns Rank Among Best Places to Live in America for 2025

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, New Jersey continues to shine as one of the best places to live in the U.S., with five towns making the 2025 Best Places to Live in America ranking, 3 in Bergen County  released by Niche on Monday.

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Ho-Ho-Kus Volunteer Fire Department Responds to Rush Hour Crashes on Route 17

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Tuesday evening’s rush hour was a busy one for the Ho-Ho-Kus Volunteer Fire Department, as crews responded to multiple vehicle accidents in town.

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Ho-Ho-Kus Names Linda Bovino-Romeo as New Superintendent

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, Linda Bovino-Romeo has been appointed as the new superintendent of the Ho-Ho-Kus School District, effective July 1. Currently serving as Director of Curriculum and Instruction for Mahwah Township Public Schools, Bovino-Romeo will step into the role following the retirement of Diane Mardy, who has dedicated over 40 years to the district, including the last 10 years as superintendent.

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High Winds Topple Massive Tree, Blocking East Saddle River Road in Ho-Ho-Kus

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, a massive tree was brought down by high winds on Monday morning, February 17, completely blocking a portion of East Saddle River Road just north of Hollywood Avenue in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey.

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Don’t Forget to Remove Snow and Ice from Your Vehicle Before You Drive

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, from the Ho-Ho-Kus Police Department ,  please be reminded that NJ Statute 39:4-77.1 requires drivers of all motor vehicles (commercial and non-commercial) operated on any roadway in the state to make all reasonable efforts to remove accumulated snow and ice from exposed surfaces of motor vehicles prior to their operation.

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A 50-Year Tradition: Christmas Caroling Through Ho-Ho-Kus

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Ho-Ho-Kus NJ, in the borough of Ho-Ho-Kus, a cherished Christmas tradition was born from a serendipitous moment at a Halloween party five decades ago.

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