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Oradell Therapists Counsel Gender Differences, Communication Oradell Therapists Counsel Gender Differences, Communication
Oradell Therapists Counsel Gender Differences, Communication ORADELL, N.J. — Professional Relationship Counselor Richard Drobnick sometimes walks in the door of his Oradell home and starts complaining about how he just worked a 17 hour day. His wife Morissa, who is also a professional relationship counselor, always gives him the same response: "I love you so much and I know how hard you work for the family." Her response is dripping in sarcasm, but it also gets to the heart of what the couple teaches at their business, Mars & Venus Counseling Center, which has offices in Teaneck, Ramsey, Oradell, Ridgewood and Denville. "In a rel…

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Business
Nonna Clementina's Deli Opens In New Closter Location Nonna Clementina's Deli Opens In New Closter Location
Nonna Clementina's Deli Opens In New Closter Location CLOSTER, N.J. — Nonna Clementina's Deli held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new location Tuesday afternoon. "We went through a long battle to get the permits," owner Massimo Grieco told Daily Voice, "But in the end we pulled it off and I am very excited,. The Closter Dock Road deli replaces a gas station at that location after moving down the block. Grieco immigrated to America when he was 24 and worked in delis before opening Nonna Clementina's in 2000. The deli is named after his grandmother, whose recipes inspire all of Grieco's dishes. "Their Italian food is just…

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Hackensack Artist 'Puts Cuba On Blast' With Paintings Hackensack Artist 'Puts Cuba On Blast' With Paintings
Hackensack Artist 'Puts Cuba On Blast' With Paintings HACKENSACK, N.J. — Hackensack artist Stephanie O'Connor was 11 when she walked miles through the streets of Havana, Cuba, in search of a Coca-Cola. "I remember I was so hot and thirsty and all I wanted was something to drink but there wasn't a single store around," said O'Connor, who was visiting her Cuban family. "That's what it's like in Cuba," O'Connor added. "You don't get what you need and everything is a struggle." O'Connor, now 26, has brought that experience to life on canvas as part of a series of narrative paintings aimed at "putting Cuba on bla…

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Events
PHOTOS: 8th Annual 'Run The Palisades' 5K/10K In Fort Lee PHOTOS: 8th Annual 'Run The Palisades' 5K/10K In Fort Lee
Photos: 8th Annual 'Run The Palisades' 5K/10K In Fort Lee FORT LEE, N.J. — More than 700 runners participated in the eighth annual 'Run The Palisades' 5K/10K in Fort Lee Sunday morning. The event helped raise $50,000 for the Diabetes Foundation, which provides services programs to help children and adults with diabetes. Chris Mammone of Massapequa and Jen Dimitriadis of Fort Lee took home top spots in the 5K and Daniel White of Cliffside Park and Josie Walsh of Fort Lee finished with the fastest times in the 10K. Check out photos from the event.

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Politics
Hillary Clinton Opening Hackensack Campaign Headquarters Tuesday Hillary Clinton Opening Hackensack Campaign Headquarters Tuesday
Hillary Clinton Opening Hackensack Campaign Headquarters Tuesday HACKENSACK, N.J. — Officials from the Hillary Clinton campaign will open a Bergen County campaign headquarters in Hackensack Tuesday. New Jersey Democratic State Committee Chairman Lou Stellato will be on hand for the 6 p.m. grand opening at 15 Dyatt Place. The public is invited to tour the facility and browse Hillary Clinton campaign gear. Clinton is seeking the Democratic Party's nomination for president. New Jersey's Democratic primary is on June 7.

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Sports
Youth Reinvigorates Old Tappan Golf Program Youth Reinvigorates Old Tappan Golf Program
Youth Reinvigorates Old Tappan Golf Program OLD TAPPAN, N.J. — Northern Valley Old Tappan (NVOT) High School sophomore Ryan Lee stood over his golf ball clutching his seven iron, aiming at the pin 180 yards away. He took a mighty swing and watched as the ball sailed through the air and landed with a soft "plop" three feet from the hole. His coach, Tom Quinn, stood off to the side trying to keep his jaw from hitting the floor. "My kids routinely hit shots that I am simply amazed by," said Quinn, who has led the Golden Knights varsity golf team to a 19-1 record and a Big North Division Championship. "What's ev…

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Lifestyle
Support Leonia Community Chest At Blue Moon Mexican Cafe In Englewood Support Leonia Community Chest At Blue Moon Mexican Cafe In Englewood
Support Leonia Community Chest At Blue Moon Mexican Cafe In Englewood LEONIA, N.J. — Support the Leonia Community Chest by dining at Blue Moon Mexican Cafe in Englewood on Monday, May 16. Twenty percent of your bill will be donated to the Leonia Community Chest. You must present a coupon to be eligible for the discount — CLICK HERE to get the coupon. The Leonia Community Chest supports 18 local community organizations.  Blue Moon Mexican Cafe is located at 23 East Palisade Avenue in Englewood.

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Politics
PHOTOS: Bill Clinton Stumps For Hillary At Paterson College PHOTOS: Bill Clinton Stumps For Hillary At Paterson College
Photos: Bill Clinton Stumps For Hillary At Paterson College PASSAIC, N.J. — Former President Bill Clinton stopped by Passaic County Community College in Paterson Friday to campaign for his wife Hillary Clinton, who is seeking the Democratic Party nomination for president. Clinton spoke to voters inside the Fitness Center gymnasium for three hours. New Jersey's Democratic primary is on June 7. Check out photos from the event.

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Business
Longtime Teaneck Construction Official Retires Longtime Teaneck Construction Official Retires
Longtime Teaneck Construction Official Retires TEANECK, N.J. — Steven M. Gluck, who has served as Teaneck's Construction Official for 21 years, will retire on July 1, authorities announced Thursday. "Mr. Gluck has led the Building Department with great honor and dedication," Teaneck Township Manager William Broughton said in a statement. "I would like to thank Mr. Gluck for his hard work and dedication to the community."

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News
Judge Considers Settlement Between Dumont, D'Angelo Farms Developer Judge Considers Settlement Between Dumont, D'Angelo Farms Developer
Judge Considers Settlement Between Dumont, D'Angelo Farms Developer HACKENSACK, N.J. — Dumont residents who oppose the development of D'Angelo Farms into affordable had their day in court during a "fairness hearing" Thursday in Hackensack. UPDATE: Superior Court Judge William C. Meehan will issue a ruling on whether a settlement reached between the borough and developer Landmark Dumont LLC in March is fair to low- and moderate-income households on May 26.  If he deems it fair, it will clear the path for Landmark Dumont LLC to build up to 142 rental units, including 18 affordable units, on the property of the former plant nursery.  Families Advoca…

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