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New Officials, House Fire, Bakery's Closing Top Local News

Here's a look at the past week in Westwood, Hillsdale and Washington Township.

New Washington Twp. Council Members Named President, VP

Members of the Washington Township Council picked new Councilman Tom Sears as their 2014 president and Councilman Peter Calamari as their vice president during the annual reorganization meeting Monday night.

Two Firefighters Hurt Battling Hillsdale Blaze

The fire caused 'considerable damage' to the Fairhaven Drive home's kitchen and dining room.

Westwood's Sarabou Bakery Closing

The French-style bakery plans to relocate, but doesn't have a location yet.

Washington Township Cell Tower Delayed

Construction on the tower itself was finished on time, but it can't be turned on until PSE&G has completed related work, township attorney Ken Poller said.

Westwood Officials Eye Infrastructure Work, Redevelopment in 2014

Westwood officials picked Councilwoman Cynthia Waneck as the 2014 council president during their reorganization meeting Thursday night.

Lisa's Pizza Moving Across Park

The pizzeria promised better parking at their new location on Third Avenue.

Township Opens Warming Center 24/7 During Cold Weather

Washington Township officials announced Tuesday that the senior center would be available as a warming center for residents during the current cold snap.


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