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Roll Dice For Affordable Homes At Washington Township Casino Night WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. -- Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County will host its annual Casino Night Wednesday, Oct. 5 at Washington Township's Seasons. "The evening will include a fabulous buffet dinner, open bar, music, dancing and incredible prizes," organizers note. Poker, roulette and other games of chance will be available. "All proceeds will support Habitat Bergen's mission of providing affordable housing for hard-working families in Bergen County," organizers said. Tickets are $75: register here. Sponsorship opportunities also available, ranging from $100 t…

by Rachel Martin

10/05/2016

Events

Paramus Celebrates All Things Autumn PARAMUS, N.J. -- The Bergen County Fall Harvest Festival returns this weekend, on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 8-9, with activities for folks of all ages.The festival combines a 4-H and master gardener fair with a craft fair, and adds in food, bands and other activities, just for good measure. "The 4-H and master gardener fair is the highlight of the 4-H year," Bergen County 4-H Program Associate Abbie Kesely told Daily Voice. "It serves as a showcase for all that the 4-H'ers have accomplished this past year. "It's an opportunity to celebrate fall in Bergen County with many…

by Rachel Martin

10/05/2016

Obituaries

Audrey Josephine Smith Dutcher, 99, Former Longtime Closter Resident CLOSTER, N.J. -- Audrey Josephine Smith Dutcher -- a Darien resident, previously a longtime resident of Closter -- died on Thursday, Sept. 22. She was three months shy of her 100th birthday."Throughout her life, Audrey displayed an almost limitless curiosity and thirst for learning," information from the funeral home noted. She got her bachelor's degree when she was 80. Born in Brooklyn, Dutcher's family moved to Closter before she turned 5. She skipped a grade, en route to graduating from Closter High School. She was an honor student and received the American Legion Auxiliary me…

by Rachel Martin

10/05/2016

Politics

Letter To The Editor: Support Terry Gipson For Senate RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- The Northwest Dutchess Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To submit a letter, email northwestdutchess@dailyvoice.com. To the editor: The election on Nov. 8 for the New York State Senate District 41 is important for the state and equally important for Dutchess County. Democrat Terry Gipson of Rhinebeck understands the needs of our communities and our businesses to promote healthy growth in the area. He supports improving our aging water systems that we so desperately need, improving the infrastructure and keeping taxes affordab…

by Gary Bassett

10/04/2016

Events

Drums From Heaven Halloween Ball Comes To Saddle Brook, Benefits Student SADDLE BROOK, N.J. -- The Drums from Heaven Halloween Ball -- featuring costumes, drums and more -- is arriving at the Saddle Brook VFW Hall on Saturday, Oct. 29. This event will feature an interactive drum circle; performances by Tommy Purple Haze, the Gypsy Funk Squad and belly dancers from the Life Movement Dance Center; and a costume contest with prizes for the top three adults and kids. There will also be raffles and refreshments. This fundraiser will benefit two local causes: Saddle Brook High School sophomore David Guerra, who was recently diagnosed with leukemia; and the Eli Mannin…

by Rachel Martin

10/04/2016

Events

Sarah Lawrence Presents Emmy-Nominated 'Being Mortal' BRONXVILLE, N.Y. -- The PBS "Frontline" documentary "Being Mortal" -- based on the book by surgeon, writer and public health researcher Dr. Atul Gawande -- will be shown at Sarah Lawrence College on Thursday, Oct. 6, as part of a program on end-of-life planning. The screening of the Emmy-nominated documentary about how doctors struggle to care for dying patients will be followed by a panel discussion on death and dying and how families can discuss the wishes and values of loved ones as they approach the end of life. The free event is open to the public, and light refre…

by Rachel Martin

10/04/2016

Lifestyle

Grammy Award-Winner Toni Braxton Brings Concert Tour To Englewood ENGLEWOOD, N.J. -- Seven-time Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter and actress Toni Braxton will stop at bergenPAC on her North American tour, on Wednesday, Nov. 9. Most recently, Braxton released "Love, Marriage & Divorce," a duet album with Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds, and it won Best R&B Album at the 2015 Grammy Awards. "Today, with over 67 million in sales worldwide and seven Grammy Awards, Braxton is recognized as one of the most outstanding voices of this generation," organizers note. "Her distinctive sultry vocal blend of R&B, pop, jazz…

by Rachel Martin

10/04/2016

Events

Meet Hillsdale's Heroes At Emergency Services Open House HILLSDALE, N.J. -- Police Chief Robert Francaviglia, Fire Chief James Domville and Ambulance Corps Capt. John Beatty have announced that this year's annual Hillsdale Emergency Services Open House will be on Sunday, Oct. 9. The Hillsdale Emergency Services run its open house in conjunction with the Fire Department's Fire Prevention Week activities. "The end result is a cooperative effort among Hillsdale's emergency services to open their doors to the public on the same day," organizers noted. "The overwhelming response from community members is extremely positive as they typ…

by Rachel Martin

10/04/2016

Obituaries

Eliazer Baez, 57, Wallington Resident WALLINGTON, N.J. -- Eliazer Baez, of Wallington, died on Thursday, Sept. 29. He was 57. Baez was born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, to Santos and Gloria (Castro) Baez. As a young boy, he traveled to the mainland, and he was raised in New Jersey. He has lived in Wallington for the past six years. Most recently, he was a member of the Living Water Church in Paterson. Prior to that, he played Latin percussion for the Ebenezer Church and the Alma Latina. Baez is survived by his wife, Rocio; children Eliel and Tiana Baez; and five grandchildren. Visitation was on Sunday, Oct. 2, and the ser…

by Rachel Martin

10/03/2016

Neighbors

Happy Birthday To NFL Coach Bruce Arians Of Paterson PATERSON, N.J. -- Happy birthday to Paterson native Bruce Arians, the head coach of the NFL's Arizona Cardinals, who turns 64 on Monday. Arians was born on Oct. 3, 1952. Arians was a quarterback for Virginia Tech, and his record at the school for the most rushing touchdowns by a quarterback -- 11 -- wasn't even tied until 2011 and still hasn't been beaten. After college, Arians stayed with the team as a graduate assistant. But he apparently only did so because he didn't land his then-dream job of teaching junior-high PE, coaching and teaching driver's ed, according to a 2014 ESPN article. …

by Rachel Martin

10/03/2016

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