Tuesday, May 21, 2013
New Jersey sculptor Bob Hill crafted the monument to represent the efforts of residents to reopen the former Pascack Valley Hospital.
When HackensackUMC at Pascack Valley held their open house Saturday, CEO Chad Melton presented a new sculpture designed to represent the community's support of the hospital's opening. When the Pascack Valley Hospital first opened in 1959, much of the funding came from money raised in the communities around the hospital. Now the new hospital is set to open June 1 and many have compared the support from area residents to the original effort. The new scupture unveiled Saturday, titled "Community Spirit," stands nearly seven feet tall. It depicts a group of hands holding up a bronze sphere, symbolizing the efforts of many residents of Westwood and surrounding towns who supported the hospital through its state hearings and legal battles since …
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
The event, which benefits the Westwood Library, is scheduled for June 9.
The fifth annual Taste of Westwood is scheduled for June 9 at the Westwood Library. The event features food and drinks donated by local restaurants and shops, including Banchetto Feast, Bat Barry's, Bibi'z, Broadway Pizza, Sogno, Casa Maselli, Conrad's, P.J. Finnegan's, Flynn's Deli, Grange, Hanami, Harmony Tea Room, It's Greek to Me, Jack's Cafe, Olive Branch & Grape Vine, Pompilio's Pizza, Sarabou Bakery, The Iron Horse, The Melting Pot, Rolling Pin Cafe, Twist, Westwood Prime Meats, Cricket Hill Brewery, Defiant Brewery and Best Cellars. There will also be raffles, with prizes including a BMW motorcycle, iPad and $150 gift certificate to Banchetto Feast. "It's a great time for the town to come together, and I think that's something …
Monday, May 13, 2013
The New Jersey pariah continues to make headlines.
That was a close call. Sources close to “Tanning Mom” Patricia Krentcil told celebrity gossip site TMZ that the Nutley woman would be featured in a soon-to-be released gay porn film. The sources then qualified the revelation: Krentcil would be working fully clothed and she won’t partake in any love making. What a relief. The 45-year-old mother would be paid $1,000 for the cameo role, sources said. Earlier this year, the mother of five recorded her debut rap single at a New York recording studio and posed topless on a Jersey Shore beach. Krentcil's infamy began in April 2012 when school officials noticed burns on her daughter's leg and reported the injuries to authorities. Following an investigation, Krentcil was arrested later that month. …
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Richard Kuklinski, a Dumont man who killed more than 100 people, is the subject of director Ariel Vromen's crime thriller.
A film based on the true life story of one of New Jersey’s most notorious killers is set to hit select theaters this Friday. "The Iceman" tells the story of Dumont's Richard Kuklinski, from his ordinary family life to his introduction to the mob and his arrest for murder. Kuklinski said he killed more than 100 people, many during his time associated with the mafia in the 1970s and 80s. In the screenplay co-written by Morgan Land and director Ariel Vromen and based on a book by Anthony Bruno, Kuklinski initially appears to be a devoted family man but is soon found out to be ruthless hit man. Michael Shannon — of Boardwalk Empire and “Michael Shannon Reads the Insane Delta Gamma Sorority Letter” fame — portrays The Iceman, who got his …
The all-volunteer station broadcasts local content on Cablevision and FIOS, as well as online.
See coaches discuss the coming Bergen County Softball Championship tournament during a live show at 8 p.m. on May 3 broadcast over WCTV. The May 3 show features guests including coaches and players, with long-time Exit 168 show host Larry Lifrieri and John Francolla, known for his years as a local softball and baseball umpire. The tournament games begin May 4. The tournament is sponsored by the Bergen County Women Coaches Association. Weather permitting, WCTV will cover the May 18 quarterfinals from Immaculate Heart Academy, the semifinals May 25 at Indian Hills High School and the championship game June 1 at Montclair State University. The all-volunteer station offers 8 p.m. Friday shows. In May, they include a media presentation from …
Saturday, April 27, 2013
Laura Rifkin recently appeared on WCTV.
Laura Rifkin, the new director of the Washington Township Library, recently appeared in an interview on WCTV. In the interview, Rifkin spoke new programming like book clubs for adults, tech classes and informative speakers they're hosting. Rifkin, who previously worked as a manager of two New York City library branches, told Patch she hoped to make the library a "focal point" in the community with more programs for adults and families. She also spoke about the library's effort to archive historic photos, the children's room and other library resources in the interview. "The library is a community center, not just a research center," Rifkin said in the WCTV interview. Have a question or news tip? Contact editor Jim Leggate at Jim.Leggate@…
Thursday, April 4, 2013
The diet book author and T.V. personality will speak at the Bergen County YJCC in Washington Township April 19.
Brilliant Brunches, a culinary experience sponsored by the Bergen County YJCC, will be held on April 19. The event will begin at 9:15 a.m. at the YJCC, 605 Pascack Road, Washington Townsip, where there will be a light breakfast and a talk by guest speaker Tanya Zuckerbrot. Zuckerbrot is author of The F-Factor Diet and The Miracle Carb Diet: Make Calories and Fat Disappear—with Fiber! She is also a T.V. personality who frequently appears on national television, including The Dr. Oz Show, the Today Show, CBS Early Show, The View and Rachael Ray. Brilliant Brunches will continue with participants choosing from ten enticing topics, each of which will be presented at a beautiful home, where lunch will also be served. Topics include decorating, …
Thursday, March 28, 2013
The exhibit will be up at the Washington Township Library during April.
Artist Jean Marie Boyko will be her exhibiting her work at the Washington Township Library during April. Boyko's art focuses on "the architectural detail" of a flower's anatomy, creating what she calls "floral portraits" with vibrant color. “My painting technique involves the processes of the layering of glazes, in combination with areas of opaque brushstroke, creating a ‘push and pull’ of depth and light." Boyko said in her artist's statment. "These techniques and subject matter allow me to bring about an awareness of nature’s totality, in which all of life’s details play a part.” For more info about Boyko or to see a preview of her work, check out her website here. Have a question or news tip? Contact editor Jim Leggate at Jim.Leggate@…
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
The program is celebrating is 10th year.
Westwood's "Movies In The Park" program is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year and borough officials are opening the movie selection up to the public, according to a message on the borough website. Four of the 36 titles previously played in Veterans' Memorial Park will be picked for this year's program. To vote, contact the rec department at recreation@westwoodnj.gov or (201) 664-7882. The movies in the running include: What movies did you vote for? Tell us in the comments below... but be sure to actually vote via the rec department.
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Laura Rifkin recently joined the Washington Township Library as the new director and wants to know what residents are looking for.
The Washington Township Library has a new director, and she's looking for input from residents about what they'd like offered. Laura Rifkin started in the township about a month ago and has been holding "meet the director Mondays," which she has used to get feedback from patrons about the kinds of programs they'd like to see at the library. "It's been great," Rifkin said. "Everybody's been very welcoming." Even if it's not Monday, anybody should feel free to stop by to meet her, Rifkin said. Rifkin has been working in libraries since she was in middle school, when she began volunteering at the Franklin Lakes library. As an adult, she has worked at libraries in Upper Saddle River, North Arlington, Closter and New York, where she was a …
melissa lewis
10:47 am on Thursday, May 16, 2013
Interesting. She will probably play a leather couch. Her skin is perfect for that more ›