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Rebecca Abma

Assistant Managing Editor

rabma@dailyvoice.com

Rebecca Abma, Daily Voice’s assistant managing editor, has worked in community news in Northern NJ for more than 20 years and has written for local, regional and national magazines, newspapers and websites.

The Paramus native comes to the Daily Voice with a rich background in the workings of community government, education and lifestyles in Bergen and Passaic counties. She is the founder of hyperlocal news sites Midland Park Press and Northwest Bergen Press.

Abma joined the Daily Voice in August 2015 to launch the North Jersey sites. 

She was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

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Neighbors
Butler AL Ladies Auxiliary Is Back And Busy Collecting For Troops Butler AL Ladies Auxiliary Is Back And Busy Collecting For Troops
Butler AL Ladies Auxiliary Is Back And Busy Collecting For Troops BUTLER, N.J. — The newly revived Ladies Auxiliary recently received its national charter, has doubled in size and is bustling with activities.  The John. A. Dean American Legion Auxiliary Unit 154, hosted by The George P. Siek Jr. V.F.W. Post 8096 of Butler, just wrapped up its 10 for Education backpack campaign and now is collecting items for the troops. Like many ladies auxiliary organizations in the region, Unit 154 disbanded several years ago due to declining membership. Tammy DeHaan, the daughter of Army veteran Jerry Waters and president of the auxiliary, helped to resurrect the or…

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Events
Park Ridge Mayor's Charity Golf Classic Coming Oct. 5 Park Ridge Mayor's Charity Golf Classic Coming Oct. 5
Park Ridge Mayor's Charity Golf Classic Coming Oct. 5 PARK RIDGE, N.J. — The 21st Annual Park Ridge Mayor’s Charity Golf Classic is planned for Oct. 5 at River Vale Country Club. The event benefits TriBoro Family Cares and Tom Coughlin Jay Fund. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. Tickets cost $145 per golfer and includes round of golf, cart, lunch dinner and prizes. TO REGISTER email golf@parkridgeboro.com or call Brian Kilmurray at (201) 307-8715 or Tammy Levinson at (201) 746-0163. CLICK HERE for more details.

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Business
Reach The Millennial Market With Tips From New Milford Chamber Reach The Millennial Market With Tips From New Milford Chamber
Reach The Millennial Market With Tips From New Milford Chamber NEW MILFORD, N.J. — Learn marketing tips for reaching the millennial generation at the Greater New Milford Chamber of Commerce's Oct. 8 “Lunch and Learn." Millennials, defined as those born between 1977 and 2000, have a current combined spending power expected to exceed $2.45 trillion this year, and surpass Baby Boomer spending by 2018.  “Marketing to Millennials,” will help local business owners connect with this major consumer group of the present and the future.  The event, held on Railroad Street from 12 to 1: 15 p.m., is co-sponsored by the Service Corps of Retired Executives. Re…

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News
NJ Aviation Hall Of Fame Honors Flight Pioneers NJ Aviation Hall Of Fame Honors Flight Pioneers
NJ Aviation Hall Of Fame Honors Flight Pioneers TETERBORO, N.J. — The New Jersey Aviation Hall of Fame will induct Capt. Janis K. Blackburn, Henry M. Holden and General James E. Young at its 42th annual Induction Dinner on Thursday, Sept. 29.  “These three individuals are connected to New Jersey and have each uniquely contributed to the advancement of human flight and/or the defense of our nation," Hall of Fame Executive Director Shea Oakley explained.  Born in 1948, Blackburn paved the way for female pilots in an era when airline carriers did not hire women for flight crews. She was the first female pilot at virtually every carrier…

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Lifestyle
Humorist David Sedaris Comes To BergenPAC Humorist David Sedaris Comes To BergenPAC
Humorist David Sedaris Comes To BergenPAC ENGLEWOOD, N.J. — Sardonic storyteller and best-selling author David Sedaris is coming to Englewood’s bergenPAC Oct. 10 The humor essayist, known for his story collections “Naked,” “Me Talk Pretty One Day,” and “Let’s Explore Diabetes With Owls,” — which has nothing to do with diabetes — brings his observations on cultural euphemisms and political correctness to Bergen County. A master of satire, Sedaris spins every day experiences — like dental trips, colonoscopies and family dinners — into hilarious, laugh out loud tales.  He has been nominated for three Grammy Awards for Best Spoken W…

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Police & Fire
Rutherford Rec Sponsors Touch-A-Truck Sunday Rutherford Rec Sponsors Touch-A-Truck Sunday
Rutherford Rec Sponsors Touch-a-truck Sunday RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Rutherford Recreation Department is holding its annual Touch-A-Truck on Sunday, Sept. 27 at Memorial Park. Fire trucks, tow trucks, sanitation vehicles, an ambulance, landscaping vehicles and more trucks will be available for kids to climb aboard. All Rutherford families are invited to this hands-on event, which runs from 1 to 3 p.m. CLICK HERE for more details or call (201) 460-3015.

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Neighbors
Tri-Boro First Aid Squad Seeks Volunteers Tri-Boro First Aid Squad Seeks Volunteers
Tri-Boro First Aid Squad Seeks Volunteers NORTH PASSAIC, N.J. — The Tri-Boro First Aid Squad, which serves Butler, Bloomingdale and Kinnelon, is seeking new members. No medical background is necessary and continuing education is provided monthly. All ages from teens to retirees are welcome to join. Members start as probationary officers and ride with two full members who serve as mentors. 
The Tri-Boro First Aid Squad responds to about 1,500 emergency calls a year. CLICK HERE for more info or call Maureen at (862) 686-1174 or Hazel at (973) 634-4257.

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Lifestyle
Saddle Brook's Midland Brew House Opens Sept. 30 Saddle Brook's Midland Brew House Opens Sept. 30
Saddle Brook's Midland Brew House Opens Sept. 30 SADDLE BROOK, N.J. — The long-awaited Midland Brew House is opening Wednesday, Sept. 30. The American fusion restaurant owned by Saddle Brook native Mike Vargas will offer 48 beers on tap and feature coal oven pizza, steak and seafood, Boozy Burbs reports.  Located at 374 North Midland Ave. in Saddle Brook, Midland Brew House has 50 TVs in its upscale sports lounge and a stage for live music. CLICK HERE to read the Boozy Burbs preview. 

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Schools
5K Run Benefits Cresskill Education 5K Run Benefits Cresskill Education
5K Run Benefits Cresskill Education CRESSKILL, N.J. — Run for education at the 4th annual Cresskill 10k/5k on Sunday, Oct. 18.  The event raises money to support student enrichment programs throughout the Cresskill School District.  This year’s race, sponsored by the Orna Jackson Group and newly USATF-certified, will follow follow a slightly different route than previous years.  The course begins at the Cresskill Recreation Center and travels through the West side of town.  A free one-mile Fun Run will take place after the official race ends. The Fun Run welcomes strollers, pets, and even young cyclists to participate.  T-…

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Events
Golf Outing To Benefit Haworth Sports Programs Golf Outing To Benefit Haworth Sports Programs
Golf Outing To Benefit Haworth Sports Programs HAWORTH, N.J. — A golf outing to benefit Haworth sports programs, fields and facilities will be held Monday, Oct. 5 at White Beaches Country Club. New this year, kids are welcome to participate in contests of putting, chipping, and driving from 4 p.m. The day begins with branch at 10:30 a.m. with an 18-hole shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. at the club located at 70 Haworth Dr, in Haworth.The event ends with a cocktail hour and BBQ dinner at 6 p.m. To register, contact Mayor John Smart, Ann Fay, Margaret Celotto, or Bruce Celotto at (201) 384-4785 or email HBSA2014@gmail.com. CLICK HERE for …

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