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Hackensack's Artistic Giraffe Offers Painting Parties Hackensack's Artistic Giraffe Offers Painting Parties
Hackensack's Artistic Giraffe Offers Painting Parties HACKENSACK, N.J. -- The Artistic Giraffe, in Hackensack, will be hosting painting parties Jan. 9, 16 and 23. Described as "not your average cookie-cutter art experience," participants will paint their own paintings during each 2 1/2-hour event. The Jan. 9 and 23 parties are from 3-5:30 p.m. while the Jan. 16 part is from 1-3:30 p.m. at the Artistic Giraffe, 193 Main St, Hackensack. There will be a variety of pictures to paint from which participants can select. You will get to take home your finished work on its 16'" x 20'" traditional gallery-style canvas. The cost i…
Sophie (Affsa) Weaver, 89, Of Dumont Sophie (Affsa) Weaver, 89, Of Dumont
Sophie (Affsa) Weaver, 89, Of Dumont DUMONT, N.J. -- Dumont resident Sophie (Affsa) Weaver died Saturday, Jan. 2. She was 89. Born in Pawtucket, R.I., Weaver worked as a health aide at CareOne, in Cresskill, for more than 20 years. She is survived by her children Clifford and Donald Weaver, and Laura Heywang and her husband John; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; siblings George Affsa, Gloria Mazawey and Rosemary Brady; and several nieces and nephews. Weaver was predeceased by her son Joseph and her parents, Rose (Baccarat) and George Affsa. Visitation hours will be from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, at th…
Vincent Ralph Palomba Sr., 92, Former Poughkeepsie Resident Vincent Ralph Palomba Sr., 92, Former Poughkeepsie Resident
Vincent Ralph Palomba Sr., 92, Former Poughkeepsie Resident POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Vincent Ralph Palomba Sr. -- a resident of Hopewell Junction since 1965 and formerly of Poughkeepsie and Manhattan -- died Saturday, Jan. 2. He was 92. A U.S. Army veteran of World War II, Palomba was a supervisor for Canteen Vending for 37 years, until his retired in 1987. An avid bowler, he was a member of the Holy Rosary Bowling League, among others. He is survived by his son, Vincent R. Palomba Jr. of Hopewell Junction; grandchildren Vincenzo Xavier, Luba and Marianna Palomba of Hopewell Junction; brother Mauro Palomba of Hopewell Junction; sister Grace Elicona of…
Film Director Ang Lee Speaks At Mamaroneck High School Film Director Ang Lee Speaks At Mamaroneck High School
Film Director Ang Lee Speaks At Mamaroneck High School MAMARONECK, N.Y. -- The Center for Continuing Education will be hosting "Notable Neighbors: A Conversation with Film Director Ang Lee" at Mamaroneck High School on Thursday. Lee will discuss his creative process with Michael DiGennaro, who is the center's independent film series instructor. Lee is viewed as one of today's great filmmakers, working on a wide range of films, taking on everything from comic books to cultural taboos. He has won two Best Director Academy Awards, for "Brokeback Mountain" in 2005 and "Life of Pi" in 2012. He's currently working on the…
87 Motel Coming Down As Developer Works To Get Apartment Complex Approved 87 Motel Coming Down As Developer Works To Get Apartment Complex Approved
87 Motel Coming Down As Developer Works To Get Apartment Complex Approved NEW PALTZ, N.Y. -- The 87 Motel in New Paltz is nearly demolished, and the Rockland County developer is working with local authorities to move forward on its new apartment complex, according to the Poughkeepsie Journal. Online sites featured mixed reviews of the aging motel at 403 Main St, from "quaint" to "tired" and much less polite descriptions. Longtime developer Jay Theise, of Jakla Construction Corp., said he saw the need for the project, given the growth in the area, the Poughkeepsie Journal reported. While the Town of New Paltz Planning Board has verbally approv…
Stratford State Rep. Hoydick Recognized With Militia Preservation Award Stratford State Rep. Hoydick Recognized With Militia Preservation Award
Stratford State Rep. Hoydick Recognized With Militia Preservation Award STRATFORD, Conn. -- State Rep. Laura Hoydick, a Republican who represents Stratford, has been presented with a “Militia Preservation Award.” In November, she was recognized by the Friends of the First Company Governor’s Horse Guards at its fundraising Comedy Club Night for her work supporting state military heritage. During the last legislative session, aid for all four volunteer state militia units, particularly both companies of Governor’s Horse Guards, were at risk. These units "have an unbroken line of service to Connecticut going back to the Revolutionary War," according to a…
Leonia Library's Winter Story Time Set To Begin Leonia Library's Winter Story Time Set To Begin
Leonia Library's Winter Story Time Set To Begin LEONIA, N.J. -- Winter Story Time at the Leonia Public Library will begin Tuesday. The program is for kids ages 6 months to 4 years old -- along with their caregiver present -- and will include early literacy-based stories, songs and rhymes. No registration is required, and kids are welcome to stay afterward for free play or an exploratory activity. The event is from 10:30-11 a.m. and will continue every Tuesday through Feb. 9. The library is at 227 Ft. Lee Road. For more information, call 201-592-5777, visit the library's website or keep up with events on Facebook.
Mary T. Lomas, 86, Dumont Resident Mary T. Lomas, 86, Dumont Resident
Mary T. Lomas, 86, Dumont Resident DUMONT, N.J. -- Dumont resident Mary T. Lomas died on Thursday, Dec. 31. She was 86.Lomas is survived by daughters, Joan Petersen and her husband Frederick, Cathy Vogedes and her husband Richard, and Barbara McHale; grandchildren Barbara Law, Mary Petersen, Robert Vogedes and Courtney McHale; sister Joan McClinton; Mary Vincenti; Kenneth McClinton; and four great nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by husband Robert; parents Frances (Calver) and James Higgins; and brother-in-law Kenneth. Visiting times are yet to be announced, but will be on Monday, Jan. 4, at the Frech Funeral Home, …
Hackensack Hospital Announces First Bergen County Birth Of 2016 Hackensack Hospital Announces First Bergen County Birth Of 2016
Hackensack Hospital Announces First Bergen County Birth Of 2016 HACKENSACK, N.J. -- Maximus Kane Mena is Bergen County's first baby of 2016. He came into the world at 2:27 a.m. Friday, Jan. 1. Baby Mena was the first 2016 birth for the Donna A. Sanzari Women’s Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center as well. Weighing 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and 20 ¼ inches long, he's the first child of Irena and Eric Mena, of Nutley. The parents finished a home renovation only the week before.
Clifton Kicks Off Relay For Life For 2016 Clifton Kicks Off Relay For Life For 2016
Clifton Kicks Off Relay For Life For 2016 CLIFTON, N.J. -- Relay For Life of Clifton is holding its kickoff event at noon on Jan. 23.  The event is hosted by the Shannon Rose, 98 Kingsland Road, in Clifton. Relay for Life is a signature annual event of the American Cancer Society, with the goal of raising funds for and awareness of all types of cancer. Folks are invited to enjoy games, food "and all things Relay!" according to a news release. RSVP to Ed Ahart by email, or by calling 973-285-8041.
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