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Lorraine Ash

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Lorraine Ash has been a reporter/editor in her native New Jersey since 1982, the year she earned her master’s degree in Public Communications from Fordham University. Her articles have gained global, national, state, and regional attention and awards and have appeared in a number of newspapers, including USA Today. She has worked for publications such as Family Circle Magazine, The Ridgewood News, and the Daily Record. Lorraine also has penned two memoirs and teaches memoir writing. Experience has taught her that everyone has a compelling story to tell. Have a story the community needs to hear? Email her. She’d love to hear from you.

Lorraine was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

Lorraine Ash's Contributions

Schools

Photos: Korean Moms Honor Norwood Crossing Guards NORWOOD, N.J. — Norwood crossing guards know they’re loved, thanks to a group of local parents. For the fifth consecutive year, the Korean Parents Support Committee – an arm of the Norwood PTO – hosted an appreciation breakfast Thursday for all the guards in the district as well as support staff. The event at Norwood Public School on Summit Street drew two dozen honorees. They feasted on pancakes, eggs, home fries, Spanish rice, grilled chicken, salad, bagels, sandwiches, fruit, cookies, and more. At one table, Paul Iulo of Northvale and Paul Wiegartner of Norwood, chatted over eggs, baco…

by Lorraine Ash

12/22/2016

Neighbors

Santa Visits Sick Boy At His Washington Township Home WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Little Alex Hammer, tired from a day at the Sanzari Children’s Hospital, was dejected Thursday night — until Santa Claus showed up at his Washington Township house. The big guy in red brought a bag of gifts, too, containing every single item on the 4-year-old boy’s wish list. Santa arrived as part of an exciting procession of six firetrucks and six police cars, all from Bogota and Washington Township. “Look, Alex!” said his mother, Krista, kneeling by his side and pointing to the lights coming down Colonial Boulevard. They stood on the front lawn of their home …

by Lorraine Ash

12/22/2016

Business

Upper Saddle River Woman Sells Products That Comfort Cancer Patients UPPER SADDLE RIVER, N.J. — Margot Malin of Upper Saddle River sells personal care products — for cancer patients — through her online store, Lots to Live For. The former equity portfolio manager switched career gears in 2002, two years after her mother succumbed to colon cancer. “At the time, the Internet was really new for consumers,” Malin said. “My mom found some products, though.” One was Haelan 951, a nutritional drink. Another was Thymuskin shampoo, which helps hair retention and regrowth during chemotherapy. But her mother, who was into healthy living, yoga, and meditation as far…

by Lorraine Ash

12/22/2016

News

Emerson Mayor Breaks Tie, Allowing Four-Story Zoning EMERSON, N.J. — Emerson Mayor Lou Lamatina broke a 3-3 council vote Tuesday night, tipping the balance to allow four-story development in a part of the borough’s redevelopment area. The affected area is in Central Business District Zone 10, which runs from Lozier Avenue, just north of Kuiken Brothers, south to Palisade Avenue. The area was zoned for buildings that go as high as three stories, or 40 feet. As of the Tuesday vote, the height of allowable buildings in the zone is four stories, or 50 feet. The council lifted its curfew to midnight to accommodate hours of public comment during …

by Lorraine Ash

12/21/2016

News

McDermott Rises To Rank Of Captain In Emerson EMERSON, N.J. — In a packed Emerson Council chambers, Councilman Chris Knoller swore in Capt. Michael McDermott Tuesday night while his family and other well-wishers cheered. McDermott, the father of four, thanked the council for having the ceremony while his son and his family were in town. Chief Michael Mazzeo sang McDermott’s praises, saying he must be a great grandfather because he’s a great guy all around. Both Mazzeo and McDermott rose to their current positions following the recent retirement of former Chief Donald Rossi.

by Lorraine Ash

12/21/2016

Schools

Hillsdale School Bids Goodbye To Inspirational Custodian HILLSDALE, N.J. — After 28 years, Lance Perlman of New Milford retired as custodian extraordinaire from Pascack Valley High School in Hillsdale. He was more than his role. Perlman, 61, shared his talents – including picture taking, telescope building, and chess playing – with staff and students alike. That’s what students wrote in a tribute story in The Smoke Signal, the school newspaper. Perlman's extracurricular contributions started early in his tenure when he worked the night shift from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. If it was the night of a basketball game, Perlman would use his dinner break to…

by Lorraine Ash

12/21/2016

Business

Ready For A Cake Party? River Vale Studio Is Just The Place RIVER VALE, N.J. — The chandeliers and sconces are arriving at the new Art of Cake Studio in downtown River Vale this week. Yes, the next sweet chapter in the storied career of cake maven Tammy Dunwoody has begun. The Oradell entrepreneur, who pioneered the baking camp concept in Bergen County, has opened a do-it-yourself cake decorating studio. For kids and adults. “I love the do-it-yourself thing,” said Dunwoody, whose cakes have been featured on “The Martha Stewart Show” and “Cupcake Wars.” “When I was a kid, my father was in the Air Force,” she added. “So my brother and I would be …

by Lorraine Ash

12/19/2016

News

169 Sign Emerson Petition Opposing Four-Story Building Downtown EMERSON, N.J. — A Borough Council vote in Emerson Tuesday night could pave the way for a very different downtown. At issue is amending the Central Business District Redevelopment Plan. Residents and businesses are mobilizing people to attend Tuesday’s council meeting and speak their mind. Resident Jill McGuire is one. The mother of five has been circulating a petition opposing a fourth story in the zone. On Tuesday, the petition had gained 139 signatures online and 25 more by hand. McGuire created it to give residents a heads up on what’s going on. “I became aware that numerous Emerson …

by Lorraine Ash

12/19/2016

Lifestyle

Fair Lawn Woman Travels For Kilwins Holiday Hot Chocolate RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — As temperatures drop, Ridgewood beverage purveyors are turning up the heat on drinks with a holiday twist. The village, known for its adventurous culinary spirit, offers something for every palate. Chocolate lovers will want to head to Kilwins. For the health minded, there’s a red and green smoothie to die for at Super Juice Nation. Meanwhile, treats await latte lovers at the Ridgewood Coffee Company. Here are some to try, available in the cafes or to go: KILWINS CLASSIC HOT CHOCOLATE Chocolate, steamed milk, chocolate shred, crushed peppermint stick Cost: $4.25 for…

by Lorraine Ash

12/17/2016

Business

Expanded Hillsdale Liquor Store Carries Hard-To-Get Spirits HILLSDALE, N.J. — The new 6,500-square-foot Hillsdale ShopRite Wines and Spirits on Broadway has become a mecca for aficionados in search of all kinds of drinks. Opened less than a month ago, it is one of a few freestanding Inserra ShopRite liquor stores in the region, according to Manager Beth Whalen. Formerly, the spirits shop was inside the ShopRite grocery store across the street. Now, though, there’s lots of shelf space for the creative and the rare. “We have over 100 different types of craft beer,” said Kevin Kautz, assistant store manager and a craft beer specialist. “We get rare …

by Lorraine Ash

12/17/2016

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