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Arthur Augustyn

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Arthur Augustyn grew up in Massachusetts, went to school in New York and lived in California before joining Daily Voice's team in New Jersey. His past work at local newspapers and global websites has given him a broad range of experiences to pull from when he's out reporting. 

Arthur was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

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Rockleigh Storytime Connects Kids With Older Generation Rockleigh Storytime Connects Kids With Older Generation
Rockleigh Storytime Connects Kids With Older Generation ROCKLEIGH, N.J. — Not every kid grows up with a grandparent, but Northvale Library's is trying to bridge the generational gap. Northvale Public Library will host Multigenerational Story Time on Monday, offering kids the opportunities to interact with seniors and get a new perspective on their young life. Older folks will read stories to children who will have opportunities to sing and dance throughout the activity. Multigenerational Story Time will take place at the Gallen Adult Day Health Care Center, 10 Link Drive, Rockleigh, N.J. on Monday, Nov. 21, 11 a.m.

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Old Tappan Kids Jam With Mr. Chris Old Tappan Kids Jam With Mr. Chris
Old Tappan Kids Jam With Mr. Chris OLD TAPPAN, N.J. — Mr. Chris knows how difficult sitting still can be for kids — but he may have found an answer with his guitar, and he's bringing it to Old Tappan. Chris Flynn, the popular act from Emerson Public Library, will be at the Old Tappan Public Library for the next few weeks. Mr. Chris' energetic and interactive style will allow kids to move around to his guitar-playing tunes and vocals. Flynn was recommended to Old Tappan after a string of successful performances at Emerson. Move to the Music with Mr. Chris will take place every Tuesday from Nov. 15 to Dec. 20 at the Old Tappa…

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Closter Musical Duo Will Perform Era-Transcending Best Of Act Closter Musical Duo Will Perform Era-Transcending Best Of Act
Closter Musical Duo Will Perform Era-Transcending Best Of Act CLOSTER, N.J. — Musical duo Francine and Joel want to take you through the eras of music. The duo will perform an hour long, audience-interactive show at the Closter Library this weekend. The show, entitled "Best of Francine and Joel," promises to gleam across many genres and styles of music. "It's a shmorgishborg of shows we like, from Elton John to Bill Evans," Joel Zelnik said. Zelnik said all of the duo's shows have a high amount of audience interaction. "Every one of our shows has a story to it. We have a conversation. We talk to the audience," Zelnik sa…

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Tenafly Artist Reveals Near-Death Experience On Canvas Tenafly Artist Reveals Near-Death Experience On Canvas
Tenafly Artist Reveals Near-Death Experience On Canvas TENAFLY, N.J. — Max Horbund of Tenafly woke up hooked to a ventilator machine.  The "minor surgery" he had gone in for thirty years ago had almost killed him. Unable to talk or breath on his own, he scribbled a note to his wife. "When I get out of this, I'm going to quit my job and paint." After leaving the hospital a few days later, Horbund left his corporate job of almost two decades and began painting full-time. He hasn't worked any other job since. By selling paintings and teaching classes he can support his modest needs and his need to paint. "I believe every…

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Lifestyle
Fox News Anchor Spreads Universal Message In Northvale Fox News Anchor Spreads Universal Message In Northvale
Fox News Anchor Spreads Universal Message In Northvale NORTHVALE, N.J. — Award-winning children's book author Ainsley Earhardt will sign copies of her new book "Take Heart, My Child: A Mother's Dream," at Books & Greetings in Northvale. Earhardt says her book has a universal message. In the “Story Behind the Story,” the author talks about growing up and how her father would write messages to her and her siblings each morning.  He left notes at the breakfast table, so that his children would know they were loved, empowered, protected and cherished. Earhardt is best known as a co-host for the show Fox & Friends on FOX.  The b…

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Dumont Chocolateur Abandons Brick, Mortar For Virtual Store Dumont Chocolateur Abandons Brick, Mortar For Virtual Store
Dumont Chocolateur Abandons Brick, Mortar For Virtual Store DUMONT, N.J. — After working countless 15-hour days, Evelyn Quigley, owner of the chocolate supply store "Making Chocolate," had had enough. "After I closed the store for the day, I was still there for a full work day taking care of the emails," Quigley said. She was getting more business through emails and phone calls than her brick and mortar store. So she closed it. Making Chocolate transitioned its business to online-only in August. Quigley says business has never been better. "I'm happy with my change," she said. "I miss seeing my people on a regul…

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Police & Fire
Cliffside Park Sergeant Finds Meaning Of Thanksgiving In Hot Dogs Cliffside Park Sergeant Finds Meaning Of Thanksgiving In Hot Dogs
Cliffside Park Sergeant Finds Meaning Of Thanksgiving In Hot Dogs CLIFFSIDE PARK, N.J. — What do you think about when you hear "Thanksgiving?" Turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and ... hot dogs? "I can’t provide a hall of turkey and stuff that goes with it, so for lunchtime I can get them out to have some hot dogs," said Cliffside Park Sgt. Rodney Telleri. As a part-time hot dog vendor for most of the year, Telleri is giving back the best way he can. At his event, "Don't Be Alone on Thanksgiving," he'll give out free hot dogs for lunch on Thanksgiving day to whoever wants one. "Whatever reason they choose to come…

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Postage Stamps Memorialize Late Cliffside Park Police Officer Postage Stamps Memorialize Late Cliffside Park Police Officer
Postage Stamps Memorialize Late Cliffside Park Police Officer CLIFFSIDE PARK, N.J. — The lone Cliffside Park police officer who died in the line of duty will be memorialized on a postage stamp. Stephen Petruzzello, who was struck and killed by an SUV in 2014, will have his image on stamps created by his father, Ron Petruzzello, selling them in his memory. "Stephen always wanted to donate time and there was a lot of things he wanted to do so we try to carry that on in his memory," Petruzzello said. The department will begin selling Petruzzello's stamps by the end of this week. All proceeds go toward the junior police academy. Faiview Police…

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Fort Lee Artists Host Oil Painting Demonstration Fort Lee Artists Host Oil Painting Demonstration
Fort Lee Artists Host Oil Painting Demonstration FORT LEE, N.J. — Have you ever thought you could get into painting if you only knew how? Fort Lee's Artists Guild will host an oil painting demonstration with Tenafly-based painter Max Horbund. Horbund will show his process of painting a landscape. Entry is free for all to attend.  The demonstration will take place on Nov. 17 at 7 p.m., Fort Lee Recreation Center, Stillwell Avenue. 

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Dumont Laundromat With Changing Management Commits To Community Dumont Laundromat With Changing Management Commits To Community
Dumont Laundromat With Changing Management Commits To Community DUMONT, N.J. — A Dumont laundromat undergoing a change in management vows to stay committed to its community. Established in 1998, the long-serving Madison Avenue laundromat has been transitioned to partners Rocco Laginestra of Glen Rock and Philip Velez of New Milford. "Dumont is a great town and we opted for a long-term lease because we've made a commitment to this location and this community," Laginestra said. The new owners reduced the price of their service after hearing from customers that cost and cleanliness were their primary concerns.  Laginestra and Velez plan on stay…

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