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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.

Rebecca Abma's Contributions

Events

HackensackUMC Foundation Gala Raises $2 Million HACKENSACK, N.J. — Close to 1,200 hospital dignities, doctors and supporters packed the new Whitney Museum Saturday night for the Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation’s 2015 Recognition Gala. “Our annual donor recognition night celebrates those who have given to Hackensack University Health Network and to expose others to the great work our team is doing,” Robert C. Garrett, CEO and President of HackensackUHN, told Daily Voice. “This event supports some of our wonderful and exciting new initiatives,” Jon Fitzgerald, Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer of HUMC…

by Rebecca Abma

10/04/2015

Business

ICC Hosts Speed Networking Event At Garden State Plaza PARAMUS, N.J. — The Inter-Chamber Consortium is hosting a 3-minute networking event at the Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus on Wednesday, Oct. 7.The event begins at 7:30 a.m. with registration and breakfast, followed by speed networking from 8 to 9:30 a.m. The ICC event includes 18 Chamber of Commerce organizations from across Bergen County. Bring business cards. Enter the mall at the #15 entryway of the Lower Level of the AMC Theatre Lot. CLICK HERE for more details. Register with your local Chamber.

by Daily Voice

10/03/2015

Neighbors

Friends Raise Funds For Firefighter's Family PARAMUS, N.J. — Friends of a Paramus firefighter and police dispatcher who passed away suddenly last month are raising funds to help the family he left behind. Former Paramus Fire Chief Sean Benson was found unresponsive on Sept. 23, a few hours after responding to a fire alarm at a local restaurant with Company 2. The 30-year member of the department, who also served as dispatcher for Paramus police, died that night. Benson, 50, was married to Corinne Benson for 26 years, and the couple has three children, Sean Jr., Erin and Cory. The GoFundMe campaign, started on Friday by fellow fire…

by Rebecca Abma

10/03/2015

Events

Oradell Animal Hospital Costumed Pets Will Parade In Paramus PARAMUS, N.J. — Dress up your pets and head to the Oradell Animal Hospital for a costume parade on Oct. 4. The parade is part of the animal hospital’s Community Appreciation Fair celebrating 50-plus years of service. The day’s attractions include food trucks, demonstrations, raffles, educational sessions, children’s activities and more. Leashed pets are welcome and costumes are encouraged. The fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot of the Home & Kids Furniture Gallery across from the Oradell Animal Hospital, at 577 Winters Ave., Paramus. The rain date is Oct. 18…

by Rebecca Abma

10/01/2015

Police & Fire

Lodi Cadets Learn About Law Enforcement at Jr. Police Academy LODI, N.J. — The 2015 Lodi Junior Police Academy got under way this week. New recruits were broken up into platoons and assigned color shirts to represent each unit. On the first night, participants learned of the importance of physical education, the hazards of drinking and driving, vehicle safety, and motor vehicle stops performed by Lodi police. The academy is open to seventh-grade pupils at Thomas Jefferson Middle School. Throughout the program, cadets will be exposed to a variety of issues -- alcohol and peer pressure, among them -- as well as demonstrations by specialized units, in…

by Daily Voice

10/01/2015

Schools

Midland Park Math Teacher Leaves Legacy Of Humor, Humanitarianism MIDLAND PARK, N.J. — Mallomars, music and the superiority of mathematics were among the many memories being shared today of Leon Varjian, a Midland Park teacher who died suddenly on Tuesday. “Leon was a creative genius and an extremely sensitive soul who always had his students' best interests at heart,” his brother, Richard Varjian, told Daily Voice. “We were shocked when called about his sudden death.” The beloved teacher, who made math fun for generations of high school students, was a legend of sorts while a teacher's assistant at Indiana University in the early 70s. “It’s hard to des…

by Rebecca Abma

09/30/2015

Schools

Bergen Academies Earns Blue Ribbon Designation HACKENSACK, N.J.— The U.S. Department of Education has named The Bergen County Academies in Hackensack a National Blue Ribbon School. The public magnet high school of choice is among 285 public and 50 private schools nationwide to be recognized this year. The school offers seven distinct career and technical programs: Science, Engineering, Business, Medical, Computer Science, Hospitality, and Visual & Performing Arts. Each Academy has its own unique scope and sequence, much like a college major. "This honor recognizes your students' accomplishments and the hard work and dedicat…

by Rebecca Abma

09/30/2015

Lifestyle

Keep An Eye Out For Bald Eagles on Guided Hackensack River Tour TEANECK, N.J. — Take a guided tour of the Terhune section of the Hackensack River Greenway on Sunday and you might spot a bald eagle. Led by George Reskakis, the tour will discuss flora and fauna along the trail and the history of the area from Native American times to the present. The Terhune train runs along the Eastern Flyway, where several birds may be seen — including bald eagles.Meet at the southern end of the trail on River Road, opposite Hillcrest Street. Street parking is on Hillcrest.Bring binoculars. Reskakis is the past chair of Teaneck’s Park, Playgrounds and Recreation Advis…

by Rebecca Abma

09/30/2015

Schools

Ramsey's St. Paul's Named Blue Ribbon School RAMSEY, N.J. — The U.S. Department of Education has named The Academy of St. Paul in Ramsey a National Blue Ribbon School. The Catholic elementary school on Wyckoff Avenue is among 285 public and 50 private schools nationwide to be recognized this year. "This honor recognizes your students' accomplishments and the hard work and dedication that went into their success," U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said in a video message to the awardees. The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors schools where students either achieve very high learning standards or are making not…

by Rebecca Abma

09/30/2015

Schools

Math Teacher's Sudden Death Shocks Midland Park MIDLAND PARK, N.J. — Midland Park High School math teacher Leon Varjian died suddenly this week, Schools Superintendent Marie Cirasella confirmed today.ALSO SEE: Midland Park Math Teacher Leaves Legacy Of Humor, Humanitarianism "Mr. Varjian was a beloved MPHS teacher and esteemed colleague," Cirasella wrote in a Tuesday email to parents. "He was dedicated to his students and profession and will be greatly missed." A 27-year district veteran, Varjian was known both as a prankster in his younger days and as a dedicated humanitarian who worked with students to raise money f…

by Rebecca Abma

09/29/2015

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