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Owners Of Cliffside Park Italian Eatery Serve Healthy Portions Of Faith CLIFFSIDE PARK, N.J. — The owner of a Cliffside Park Italian eatery says he is paying it forward after an angel cured him of blindness. “Valente’s closed, so God gave us the knowledge to do things,” said Gennaro “Gino" Ottomanelli, the owner of PIzzotto Italian Gourmet Deli & Grill on Anderson Avenue. “The economy is bad, so we are trying to help.” He was referring to the popular Italian deli, Valente Bakery and Trattoria, further south on Anderson Avenue, that suddenly closed shop in October after more than three decades. Ottomanelli, who is building his business on a strong Chr…

by Melissa Heule

11/17/2015

Lifestyle

Miller's Ale House Paramus Is A DVlicious 'Best Wings In Bergen' Finalist PARAMUS N.J. -- They’re messy, they’re spicy and they’re friggin addictive. It’s no wonder they’re often served by the dozen. We asked Daily Voice readers for their favorite Bergen County chicken wing spots and now have five finalists in the running. Cast your ballot for the one you like best – then tell your friends. You can only vote once. In the spirit of "winging it" (sorry, we couldn't resist the pun), each finalist is being profiled this week, with the contest ending 5 pm Monday, Nov. 23. Miller's Paramus Ale House Restaurant, 6270 East, NJ-4, Paramus, (201) 342-4800 Wi…

by Daily Voice

11/17/2015

Events

Carlstadt Church Features Children, Animals In Live Nativity CARLSTADT, N.J. — A church in Carlstadt is bringing the holiday season alive with its annual living Nativity. Carlstadt First Presbyterian Church will have children performing with live animals on, Sun. Nov. 29, starting at 6 p.m., rain or shine, in the courtyard. “We're making it live and that is a really special thing for the Advent season,” said the Rev. Donald Pitches. “The children get dressed up and they perform with the animals, and it is a show for the whole community - not just for the kids.” The event was started years ago by parents and teachers looking for ways that their you…

by Melissa Heule

11/17/2015

Events

Bergenfield's Mitzvah Clowns Bring Joy To Many BERGENFIELD, N.J — An organization in Bergenfield teaches mitzvah clowning to people of all ages to bring joy to others. “The idea is that if someone likes something at 12 or 13, they can continue it,” said Daniel Rothner, the founder and director of Areyvut. The organization has a mission to infuse the lives of Jewish youth and teens with core faith values of kindness, charity and social action, Rothner said. “That way they can maintain a relationship with the organization or pivot with a more active role in whatever cause or issue that they are addressing,” he said. Areyvut offers Jewi…

by Melissa Heule

11/17/2015

Events

Fort Lee Rotary Trucks In Citrus For Annual Fundraiser FORT LEE, N.J. — The Fort Lee Rotary Club is serving up a truckload of fruit in its annual fundraising event. Now in the 26th year, the citrus sale offers Florida naval oranges, pink grapefruit and Georgia Elliott pecans, fresh from the South. “For Italian Americans, it is very common to have fruit in the home right around Christmas time,” said Matt Libien, the past president of the Fort Lee Rotary Club and chairman of the sale. The event was originally conducted by a physician before he retired and moved to Maryland. Now H&S Citrus Inc. shares goods with multiple rotary clubs around …

by Melissa Heule

11/17/2015

Schools

Harrington Park Students Test Virtual School Day HARRINGTON PARK, N.J. — Middle school students in Harrington Park will be testing out a “Virtual Day” with online assignments on Thurs. Nov. 19 from 8:30 - 10 a.m. The department has been arranging the test project for months. “Our community loves the idea of innovation with things to move ideas forward,” Schools Supt. Adam Fried said. "It really shows what innovation is -- that it is a verb, an action, and not a noun. "We're super excited about the event and what it means for the future of education." Celebrating American Education Week, sixth- through eighth-graders will …

by Melissa Heule

11/16/2015

Business

Ridgefield Wellness Doctors Offer Incentive For Annual Food Drive RIDGEFIELD, N.J. — A local chiropractic and physical therapy office is offering free exams, a case history review and X-rays as needed for newcomers who bring in 10 canned goods of non-perishable items for a food drive. In its 11th year of helping those in need, Chiropractic Healthcare Associates & Doctor's Choice Physical Therapy at HealthOne on Bergen Boulevard in Ridgefield is collecting edibles for the Center For Food Action in Englewood. “We do it to help out those who, believe it or not, don’t have enough food for the holidays,” said Dr. Michael Errichiello, a chiropractor who ope…

by Melissa Heule

11/16/2015

Neighbors

Longboarders Race Down Fort Lee Cliffs To The Hudson FORT LEE, N.J. — They came from out of state -- and beyond -- to skate at high speeds down a road along the Palisades cliffs in Fort Lee. Dozens of longboard enthusiasts raced in the Major Stok'em 7 down to Ross Dock along the Hudson River on Sunday. Riders competed in several heats. “It’s not for everyone, but for the ones that have the talent it’s great,” said Ray Korman, whose late son, Noel, founded the event presented by Muirskate Longboard Shop, Ghostskate & Shralpers Union. “Its a very difficult technical course," added Luke Ayata, the president of the Shralper’s Union an…

by Melissa Heule

11/16/2015

Neighbors

Near-Death Experience Inspires Alpine Parks Employee To Help Others ALPINE, N.J. — A Closter woman who works in Palisades Interstate Park isn't letting a near-death experience stop her from appreciating nature and helping others. “Sometimes I can’t remember (the accident). But, it has changed my life completely - 100 percent,” Erica Tait told Daily Voice. “Sometimes I want to put myself back there at the lowest point of my life to better understand the highs." Tait, 23, was on one of her solo hikes near The Giant Stairs, preparing for a mission to Guatemala with the Peace Corps to serve in Guatemala, when tragedy struck on Sept. 23, 2014. She fell fro…

by Melissa Heule

11/16/2015

Events

Park Ridge Historian: How Bergen's New Bridge Changed American Revolution PARK RIDGE, N.J. — Nearly 100 attendees packed The Pascack Historical Society in Park Ridge on Sunday to hear about the crucial role a small bridge over the Hackensack River played in the American Revolution. The society recognized the 239th anniversary of the beginning of the American Revolution on Nov. 15 with the return of historian Todd W. Braisted, who desecribed “The Bridge that Saved a Nation” during the free event at Ellen Berdais Hall. “He was fascinated (by history) as a kid. He worked his way up,” said Francesca Moskowitz, a 40-year society member. "We had him here last year…

by Melissa Heule

11/15/2015

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