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Arthur Augustyn

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aaugustyn@dailyvoice.com

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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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Neighbors

Rutherford Local Becomes Spokesperson For Life-Saving Device RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Rutherford's Steve Way is making it easier to save lives. Way was recently named the official spokesperson for LifeVAC, a life-saving device used to assist people who are choking. Traditionally, the Heimlich Maneuver is used for most individuals. But for Way, who has muscular dystrophy, and other people with similar medical complications, the maneuver cannot always be utilized. RELATED: Rutherford Celebrates Access For All Committee With Local Comedian "The most important thing is that people just don’t know," Way said. "If I go to a restaurant and star…

by Arthur Augustyn

01/31/2017

Events

Lodi Residents Keep Stress Inside The Lines With Adult Coloring LODI, N.J. — The latest solution to easing daily tension comes in a familiar form: coloring books. Lodi Memorial Library hosted an adult coloring event on Thursday, attracting all different ages and demographics. "It is the hot new craze. Everybody is doing it," Adult Reference Librarian Jayne St. George said. Adult coloring as a source of stress relief has been around for over a decade, but the latest trend was partly assisted by arts and crafts company Crayola releasing a line specifically for adults. The process is meant to unwind stress by having participants focus on somet…

by Arthur Augustyn

01/27/2017

Business

New Jersey Officials Honor Lyndhurst Woman's Fight Against Obesity LYNDHURST, N.J. — After reading this article in Daily Voice, New Jersey officials on Thursday honored one Lyndhurst woman's efforts to promote weight loss and all-around better health. Jennifer Burns Katafigiois started her Weight Wellness Center to combat obesity after hearing that new generations could die at a younger age than their parents due to the epidemic. After two years of service, her center was honored by Assemblyman Gary Schaer and Assemblywoman Marlene Caride. The lawmakers co-sponsored a resolution recognizing Burns Katafigiotis. "We’re excited to be here and I’m so gl…

by Arthur Augustyn

01/26/2017

Politics

Trump's Action Against Refugees Troubles Edgewater Mom Who Helped In Greece EDGEWATER, N.J., — An Edgewater physician is disappointed by U.S. President Donald Trump's plans to sign executive orders that would limit the country's acceptance of Syrian refugees. Trump is expected to sign an executive order that will temporarily ban refugees from Syria and six other Middle Eastern and African countries, a congressional official said. "The vetting process through which [refugees] have until now been screened for entry into the United States is incredibly thorough," said Griffin, a mom. "These are not terrorists 'sneaking in,' they are families made up o…

by Arthur Augustyn

01/25/2017

Events

Garfield Painter Depicts Art Of The Kiss GARFIELD, N.J — Qaasim Muñoz partakes in many different art forms, but his palpable presence has left an artistic impression on Garfield's YMCA. "It was very evident he spends a lot of time on his craft perfecting himself to offer the best possible instruction he can," Program Director for Garfield's YMCA Marisa Barcia said. Muñoz will host a course at the YMCA in February that will focus on "The Kiss," a painting by Gustav Klimt. It will be the second class hosted by Muñoz at the YMCA. He was originally introduced to the location for his martial arts ability, but also …

by Arthur Augustyn

01/25/2017

Business

Too Busy To Go Out? Fort Lee Business Offers Delivery From Anywhere FORT LEE, N.J. — There's a number of things you can buy in Bergen County, but how much would you spend to save yourself some time? ChowGofer, based in Fort Lee, is a relatively new service that deals in saving time. "We’re a service that equals in [customers'] head to convenience," ChowGofer CEO Lawrence Rapoport said. The business was founded by three Fort Lee locals, including Rapoport, and has been around for nearly two years. RELATED: Ridgefield Park Deli Runs On Family Initially a food-delivery service, they've expanded to offer all types of deliveries including liquor, f…

by Arthur Augustyn

01/24/2017

Neighbors

Non-Profit Creates Community For Individuals With Autism In Garfield PASSAIC, N.J. — New Jersey has the highest prevalence of people with autism. According to Executive Director of POAC Autism Services Gary Weitzen, one in every 44 individuals has autism in the state. The non-profit organization POAC, seeks to create a sense of community for people who have autism, or have a child or relative with autism. The organization holds support groups in the city of Passaic, but has previously had events in Garfield, Rutherford, Ridgefield Park, Mahwah, Hackensack and Lyndhurst, as well as countless other gatherings across Bergen County. The independent organizatio…

by Arthur Augustyn

01/21/2017

Business

Ridgefield Park Deli Runs On Family RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J. — The family at Lulu's Deli in Ridgefield Park has recently gotten a lot bigger. "We’re like a family, [our customers] are our extended family," said Sharen Sullivan, the owner of Lulu's Deli. The family operating the deli have worked in other towns before but they hold Ridgefield Park in high regard. RELATED: Ridgefield Park Pizzeria Attracts Colorful Characters "The people in this town are great, they come together like no one I’ve seen," Sullivan said. Lulu's has such appreciation for their customers that they're hosting a customer appreciatio…

by Arthur Augustyn

01/20/2017

Neighbors

Retired Anesthesiologist Turns To Musical Recording In Tenafly TENAFLY, N.J. — A concert ends and immediately it's clear: that was one of the best performances you've ever heard. But now it's locked away in your mind's spotty memory. It's gone. Tenafly's Alan Van Poznak didn't think that was right. He started recording. "I would hear [music] and I would think ‘this is so wonderful, just to have it be lost is not right.' It should be saved," Van Poznak said. This year he'll celebrate his 28th year recording Tenafly Middle School's musical performances. Van Poznak was introduced to the school nearly thirty years ago by his granddaughter Mar…

by Arthur Augustyn

01/19/2017

Neighbors

Psychedelic Musician Performs Genre-Defying Tunes In Garfield GLEN ROCK, N.J. — If music was a brain, then the songs performed by Will Wood and the Tapeworms would be what would happen if all the synapses lit up at once. Based out of Glen Rock, Singer/Songwriter Will Wood is the eccentric brains of the eclectic band that's performed around Bergen and Passaic Counties including Hackensack, Garfield, Paramus, Ridgewood, Rutherford and Clifton. His music defies description. Every song constantly merges genres and the amount of instruments or style of vocals keep up with the composition's morphing evolution. "I’ve always felt genre was a nonsense so…

by Arthur Augustyn

01/18/2017

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