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Unique Playhouse, Parkway Traffic Studies, Lawsuit Against Town Top This Week's News

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

Unique 'Big Playhouse' Opening in Westwood

The Big Playhouse seeks to encourage dramatic play and help children build their social skills.

Washington Twp. Eyes Woodcliff Lake Parkway Exit to Reduce Traffic

Township officials are seeking data that would support allowing right-hand turns from the Garden State Parkway exit in Woodcliff Lake.

Owner of Defunct Chevy Dealership Sues Westwood Zoning Board

The owner of the former Chevrolet of Westwood property on Kinderkamack Road has sued the borough's zoning board over therejection of an application to build a new strip mall on the site.

Hillsdale ShopRite Owner Plans Broadway Strip Mall

The new building would be across the street from the existing supermarket and they would move their liquor store there, if the plan is approved.

Proposed CVS Site Owner Explains Town's Role

James Kourgelis testified to the Washington Township Zoning Board that various town officials had proposed or rejected ideas for his property on the corner of Pascack Road and Washington Avenue.

Flood Solution Group Appeals Dam Jurisdiction Decision

Local residents seeking an end to chronic flooding have filed an appeal of a judge's ruling that Hillsdale's ordinances could not affect an upcoming Woodcliff Lake Dam project.

Portable Toilet Idea Makes a Splash With School Board

Westwood Regional School officials are investigating the possible use of portable toilets for players and spectators during sports and other events at the high school after several residents requested them at a school board meeting Thursday.

Hillsdale Councilman Files Ethics Complaint Against Council President

A Hillsdale councilman has filed an ethics complaint with the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs over the council president's decision to not recuse himself from a vote on an appeal of a lawsuit filed against the borough, northjersey.com reported.

Pascack Valley Schools Create Guidance Advisory Council

The new group is designed to increase communication between guidance staff and parents.

State Offers $3M in Grants For Passaic River Basin Cleaning

Hillsdale and Washington Township are both eligible for funding in an effort to reduce flooding.


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