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Paterson's Dr. Pickle 'Dills' Returns To Rutherford's Farmers' Market Paterson's Dr. Pickle 'Dills' Returns To Rutherford's Farmers' Market
Paterson's Dr. Pickle 'Dills' Returns To Rutherford's Farmers' Market PATERSON, N.J. — There's a secret to good pickles, a third-generation expert from Paterson told customers Wednesday during the opening day at the Rutherford Farmers' Market. Dr. Pickle, who uses his great-grandfather's recipes, was one of a dozen vendors who welcomed the annual market back to the Williams Center Plaza for summer. They sell at farmer's markets and events throughout the tri-state area and also online at docpickle.com. Beginning June 15, the Rutherford Farmers' Market is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesdays. The market will also operate from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays…

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PHOTOS: Rutherford Kicks Off Summer Farmers' Market PHOTOS: Rutherford Kicks Off Summer Farmers' Market
Photos: Rutherford Kicks Off Summer Farmers' Market RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Rutherford welcomed back its annual farmers' market for the summer season on Wednesday. Beginning June 15, the market will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesdays. The market will also operate from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays starting July 2.  The market is located in the Williams Center Plaza. The Rutherford Farmers' Market is part of the "Jersey Fresh" program to promote New Jersey farmers and their produce. CLICK HERE for more.

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Sports
Hasbrouck Heights Little League Girls Head To Tournament Championship Hasbrouck Heights Little League Girls Head To Tournament Championship
Hasbrouck Heights Little League Girls Head To Tournament Championship HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, N.J. — The Hasbrouck Heights Little League 8U girls travel team takes on the Little Ferry/South Hackensack team in the championship game of the District 6 coach-pitch tournament at Cliffside Park Little League Field on Thursday at 6 p.m. The "Little Lady Aviators" go into the final game with a tournament record of 3-1. The team is comprised of 11 girls ages seven and eight and is managed by Susan McGuire. “These young players have shown amazing dedication and hard work the past few weeks and it shows,” said McGuire. “The coaching staff is proud of how the girls …

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Politics
Gun Control Advocates Rally At Congressman Garrett's Glen Rock Office Gun Control Advocates Rally At Congressman Garrett's Glen Rock Office
Gun Control Advocates Rally At Congressman Garrett's Glen Rock Office GLEN ROCK, N.J. — Several dozen Bergen County gun control advocates rallied outside U.S. Rep. Scott Garrett's district office in Glen Rock on Wednesday in response to the weekend mass killing at an Orlando nightclub. Garrett (R) has an "A" rating from the National Rifle Association (NRA), indicating a pro-gun rights voting record, they noted. "It is clear that Garrett's intransigence on having any kind of common sense gun legislation has created a situation where terrorists can go out and easily get guns and kill innocent people," said Dwight Panozzo, a member of the Ber…

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Neighbors
PHOTOS: Rutherford Boy Scouts Burn Flags In Formal Ceremony PHOTOS: Rutherford Boy Scouts Burn Flags In Formal Ceremony
Photos: Rutherford Boy Scouts Burn Flags In Formal Ceremony RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Rutherford Boy Scout Troop 166 participated in the American Legion Post 109 Flag Day retirement ceremony Tuesday evening. The boys helped retire over 200 flags that were given to the Legion in the past year to retire in a respectful manner. Check out the photos above.

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Real Estate
PHOTOS: Hackensack Artist Makes His Home A Masterpiece PHOTOS: Hackensack Artist Makes His Home A Masterpiece
Photos: Hackensack Artist Makes His Home A Masterpiece HACKENSACK, N.J. — It's hard not to perk up when you walk into Joe LaMattina's Hackensack home. Vibrant shades of green, yellow and blue shoot at you from the handpainted walls as sunlight dances through the stained glass windows. If you walk past the bright burgundy couch and matching breakfast bar stools to backyard, you'll find yourself under a pergola beside an inground pool. Dozens of breeds of flowers surround the pool on all sides, and water gently spills into a Koi pond beside the garage. The stairs to the second floor have mosaic tiles carved into them, and at the landing you can…

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Schools
VIDEO: Longtime Moonachie Public Servant, 93, Gets Surprise Of Lifetime VIDEO: Longtime Moonachie Public Servant, 93, Gets Surprise Of Lifetime
Video: Longtime Moonachie Public Servant, 93, Gets Surprise Of Lifetime MOONACHIE, N.J. — Charles Pallas walked into the cafeteria at Robert L. Craig School for a Moonachie Board of Education meeting Tuesday just as he's done every year for the past four decades. But instead of seeing the handful of people who usually attend the board meetings, the 93-year-old grandfather saw his daughter, Barbara, and his son, Chuck.  He saw his brother, Freddie, his six grandchildren and four nieces and nephews.  He saw the senior citizens he works with as president of the Moonachie Senior Club.  He even saw his sister-in-law, who had flown in from New Mexico to share the m…

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Events
Ridgewood Readies July Fourth Festivities Ridgewood Readies July Fourth Festivities
Ridgewood Readies July Fourth Festivities RIDGEWOOD, N.J. —The Ridgewood July Fourth Celebration Committee is busy preparing for its annual Independence Day blowout. The 106th annual celebration will feature the theme "America the Beautiful — Celebrating 100 Years of our National Parks." The tentative schedule: Monday July, 4 9 a.m. — Flag Raising at Wilsey Square 10 a.m — Parade (rain or shine) from South Monroe Street and Godwin Avenue to Graydon Park 6 p.m. — Evening entertainment at Veterans Field (rain date Tuesday, July 5) 6 p..m — The Illumination Twirlers 7 p.m. — The Patriot Brass Ensemble 8 p.m. — Eugene Thom…

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Neighbors
Saddle Brook War Veteran Honored On 100th Birthday Saddle Brook War Veteran Honored On 100th Birthday
Saddle Brook War Veteran Honored On 100th Birthday SADDLE BROOK, N.J. — Saddle Brook officials honored longtime resident Bill Protze on his 100th birthday during the town's 300th anniversary party at the VFW. Saturday's event featured a birthday cake with Protze's name on it and a plaque of honor presented by Saddle Brook Mayor Robert White.  "It was an amazing thing to do," Protze's daughter Janice told Daily Voice. "My father was so happy to see so many people who were appreciative of him." The Garfield native moved to Saddle Brook when he was 5.  He married his wife of 67 years, Anna Velebir, in 1944.  Protze, who …

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Schools
Stephen Yurchak Named North Arlington Schools Superintendent Stephen Yurchak Named North Arlington Schools Superintendent
Stephen Yurchak Named North Arlington Schools Superintendent NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. — Stephen Yurchak was appointed as superintendent of North Arlington's public schools. The North Arlington High School principal will replace Oliver Stringham, who is retiring on June 30 after 14 years as superintendent. He was appointed at Monday night's Board of Education meeting.

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