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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.
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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:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Westwood NJ, on Monday 7/15, three Westwood residents were recognized as Congressional District 5’s 2024 Hometown Heroes by Congressman Josh Gottheimer: Congratulations to Marc Fedorchak, Dan Olivier and Andy Scallo.
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Westwood NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 39-year-old JESUS A. CANTILLO of Paterson, NJ on charges of possession with the intent to distribute narcotics and drug distribution. The arrest is the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Westwood Police Department under the direction of Chief Michael Pontillo.
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Westwood NJ, the graduation ceremony at Westwood Regional High School took a troubling turn on Thursday evening as a brawl broke out on the football field, resulting in multiple injuries and one person being hospitalized, according to the Township of Washington Police Department.
Continue reading Chaos at Westwood Regional High School Graduation: Brawl Erupts, Injuries Reported
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Twp. of Washington NJ, twice in the past two months, Westwood Regional High School has experienced security alert-triggered lockdowns that prompted immediate police response. Both incidents turned out to be false alarms, causing significant stress and frustration for parents, students, and staff.
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