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Albina Vaukantas in the weeds cleaning up the river bank.
Photos: Wallignton Women's Organization river cleanup
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Anna C. Scott Elementary School in Leonia

The naming or renaming of a school or other public landmark to pay homage to someone associated with it usually comes after the honoree’s death. In June 1955, around the time that Anna C. Scott retired after a 47-year career as teacher, and then principal, of the Leonia Elementary School, the Board of Education voted to rename the old school in her honor while she was still alive. She was that admired.

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Photos: How some North Jersey spots got their names
Pets
'Pets' screening to benefit Essex County rescue organization
Daniel’s Dream will hold a private screening of “The Secret Life of Pets� on Aug. 20 at Bow-Tie’s Bellevue Cinema 4 located at 260 Bellevue Ave. in Montclair.
Local volunteer Casey Flynn holds one of the dogs rescued from the deadly flooding in Louisiana at Southern Paws Inc. in Ringwood.
North Jersey pet activists respond to devastating floods in Louisiana
Events & Announcements
North Arlington Public Schools announce first day schedule
Back to school in North Arlington begins Sept. 7.
Glen Ridge area events
Upcoming events in the Glen Ridge area
Standalone Photos
A dino-tastic presentation in Millburn
Belleville marks Ecuadorian Independence Day
Town Business
Carlstadt Officials: NJSEA slowing down our renaissance
The warehousing industry in Carlstadt is ready for a comeback as investors tour potential sites. But officials at the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority (NJSEA) are holding up the process of declaring six sets of blocks/lots as in need of red ...
Rutherford Downtown Partnerhsip holds final meeting
The Rutherford mayor and council are scheduled to introduce an ordinance at their Monday, Aug. 22 meeting that seeks to rescind the Special Improvement District ordinance and thereby dissolving its non-profit management corporation, the Rutherford Do ...
Town Meetings
A remake of streets in downtown Millburn is underway at the intersection of Main Street and Millburn Avenue Aug. 17.
Gun safety, downtown construction top Millburn Township Committee meeting
Hillsdale considers puppy mill ban
The Borough Council is keeping an "open mind" about joining a growing number of municipalities to ban puppy mills.
Shopping
Ways to save on back-to-school clothing shopping
Here are six ways to save money on back-to-school buying:
Shoppers browse in Muji, which opened Thursday, Aug. 11, 2016, in Westfield Garden State Plaza Mall in Paramus.
Photos: Japanese retailer Muji opens in Paramus
Celebrations
LisaMarie Ianuzzi to wed Matthew James Bailey
Ralph and Gayle Ianuzzi of Upper Saddle River announce the engagement of their daughter, LisaMarie Ianuzzi, to Matthew James Bailey, son of Douglas and Amy Bailey, of Plymouth, Minn.
Kathryn Rehain engaged to David Michael Bell
Mr. W. Jeffrey Rehain and Ms. Kelley A. Rehain are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kathryn N. Rehain to David Michael Bell.
At the Library
Westwood librarian Judie Gargano checks out books by hand during Unplugged Day on Aug. 10, when all computers were shut down for the day. Louie, left, and Derek enjoy a Pokémon Card Tournament held on Unplugged Day.A rare sight nowadays – a computer that's off and not in use.
Westwood goes back to basics
Puppeteer visits Belleville library
Business Announcements
Gift shop opens at HackensackUMC at Pascack Valley
HackensackUMC Foundation proudly announced the opening of the new Auxiliary Gift Shop located within HackensackUMC at Pascack Valley.
Bank drive donates to St. John's Church
Every May, each Boiling Springs Savings Bank branch location will be hosting a Neighbors Helping Neighbors Collection Drive for a different local nonprofit organization in their Community Alliance Program (CAP). During the month of May, the Hillsdale ...
Clubs & Organizations
Wyckoff auxiliary sells flags for 9/11
Our Lady of Mercy hosts Haitian clergy
Family
Minivan Musings: The awful state of American television
Sometimes, as my children watch TV, I watch along with them. And when I do, I often notice that their shows are so bad, they’re almost unwatchable.
From left to right, Jose Espinal of Paterson, Lisandro Espinal of Paterson, Jose Castillo of Haledon and Rayni Gomez of Prospect Park, set up a tent for the Passaic County Fair in Garret Mountain Reservation on Wednesday morning.
Passaic County fair organizers promise fun for all ages
Home and Gardening
Swiss chard protected by chicken wire.
From The Ground Up: Chicken wire a winner in the battle against chipmunks
Edel: Classes starting soon for future master gardeners in Bergen, Passaic and Morris counties
From The Ground Up: The Rutgers Cooperative Extension’s in Bergen, Passaic and Morris counties are now accepting applications for their 2016-2017 master gardeners’ classes.
Recreation
Ridgewood's dog park near the duck pond on Ridgewood Avenue is the only one in the area at present.
Oakland considers building its own dog park
Fishing: Fly-tying courses set for Wayne, Paramus
Religion
First Presbyterian Church hosts lecture on Dead Sea Scrolls
Dr. Gary A Rendsburg of Rutgers University set to give riveting talk as part of Visiting Scholar Program.
Glen Ridge Clergy's Corner: A meeting that changes a life
Reflections on faith and spirituality from pastors at houses of worship in and around Glen Ridge.
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