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Westwood NJ, New Jersey lawmakers are set to vote on two controversial bills—S2974 and S1408—that could dramatically change suburban communities across Bergen County and Pascack Valley. These bills, expected to go before the NJ State Senate on March 24, 2025, would:
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Westwood NJ, a bomb threat disrupted a Democratic gubernatorial forum at the Westwood Community Center on Wednesday night, prompting police to clear the building shortly after the event concluded.
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Westwood NJ, An Emerson man was arrested for driving while intoxicated after crashing his car into a Westwood home early Monday morning, according to police.
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Westwood NJ, Westwood Mayor Ray Arroyo is calling on residents of Westwood and surrounding neighborhoods to share their personal experiences with flooding. The Borough of Westwood is gathering firsthand accounts to support a FEMA application aimed at identifying flood-prone areas and developing potential solutions.
Continue reading Westwood Seeks Community Input for FEMA Flooding Study
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Westwood NJ, a 19-year-old from Westwood, New Jersey, has been charged with first-degree murder following the deaths of two women in Spring Valley, authorities confirmed.
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Westwood NJ, For over 150 years, the Westwood Kissing Tree has been a symbol of love, romance, and history, towering over couples who have shared their first kiss beneath its sprawling branches. This Valentine’s Day, the legendary tree is getting a tribute of its own.
Continue reading Westwood’s Iconic Kissing Tree Honored as a New Jersey Champion Tree
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Westwood NJ, during the recent Westwood Reorganization Meeting, Westwood resident Dan Zambrano was recognized as the 2025 Volunteer of the Year. In a heartfelt Facebook post, Dan expressed his surprise and gratitude, saying:
Continue reading Resident Dan Zambrano Recognized as the Westwood 2025 Volunteer of the Year
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Westwood NJ, Westwood Mayor Ray Arroyo and the Governing Body recently paid tribute to the Nam Knights Motorcycle Club for their unwavering support and dedication to the community. Following this year’s September 11th ceremonies, the club was formally recognized during Westwood’s final meeting of 2024, marking the 35th anniversary of the Nam Knights’ founding.
Continue reading Honoring the Nam Knights: Westwood Recognizes a Legacy of Service and Patriotism
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Westwood NJ, this holiday season, residents of Westwood have a simple and festive way to support their neighbors in need—by purchasing a Santa Claus hat.
Westwood Cares, a local nonprofit dedicated to assisting residents who don’t qualify for government aid, has launched its annual holiday drive to fund its vital community services. Through this initiative, you can make a difference and showcase your holiday spirit at the Home for the Holidays Parade on Saturday, December 7.
Continue reading Spread Holiday Cheer: Support Westwood Cares by Donning Santa’s Hat
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Westwood NJ, on Monday, November 18, 2024, the Westwood Volunteer Fire Department sprang into action following reports of a brush fire in the parking lot of the community center. Upon arrival, crews discovered a 20-by-20-foot area of brush and fencing ablaze, dangerously close to an adjacent apartment building.
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Westwood NJ, Westwood Mayor Ray Arroyo and the community proudly join the Westwood Volunteer Fire Department (WVFD) in celebrating an extraordinary milestone: 50 years of dedicated service from firefighters Jaymee Hodges, Billy Quinn, and Danny O’Brien.
Continue reading Celebrating 50 Years of Heroism: Honoring Westwood Fire Department Legends
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Woodcliff Lake NJ, Bergen resident Orlando Miquel asked how lowing water levels at the Woodcliff Lake Reservoir might affect residents during the drought situation, “And this is precisely why Veolia can’t agree with Westwood’s persistent request to lower the water level of the Woodcliff Lake Reservoir. Have you seen the reservoir? Imagine if we had started this drought with a lower elevation.”
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Westwood NJ, In a district that has faced its share of challenges in recent years, incoming Westwood Regional schools superintendent Patrick McQueeney is prioritizing a “listening tour” to connect with staff, parents, and the wider community. McQueeney, who begins his role on November 1, is eager to engage with Westwood residents to shape the district’s future together.
Continue reading New Westwood Regional Schools Superintendent Plans Listening Tour to Set Priorities
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Westwood NJ, Operation Care Package is back for its fourth year in Westwood and Township of Washington, and this time it’s expanding its mission. The initiative, originally started to send care packages to local servicemen and women stationed overseas, is now also focusing on providing essentials to homeless veterans in need.
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Westwood NJ, In a recent move to strengthen its administrative team, Westwood has promoted its long-serving Borough Clerk, Karen Hughes, to the role of Assistant Borough Administrator, while Deputy Clerk Jean-Marie Vadovic steps into Hughes’ former position as Borough Clerk.
