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Arthur Augustyn

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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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Business
Male Englewood Pilates Instructor: Don't Knock It Till You Try It Male Englewood Pilates Instructor: Don't Knock It Till You Try It
Male Englewood Pilates Instructor: Don't Knock It Till You Try It ENGLEWOOD, N.J. — Felix Pagán used to be the one laughing at yoga and pilates. That was before he became the general manager for Club Pilates in Englewood. Compared to his twenty years of weight training, pilates didn't seem like a legitimate workout, but he changed his tune once he tried it. "After pilates, I feel soreness in areas I didn't even know I could be sore and I can only get that type of soreness from Pilates," Pagán said. "Don't knock it till you try it." According to Pagán, pilates is the number one most requested type of workout facility for the area. He …

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Neighbors
Rocco The Pug Brings Smiles To Tenafly Senior Living Center Rocco The Pug Brings Smiles To Tenafly Senior Living Center
Rocco The Pug Brings Smiles To Tenafly Senior Living Center TENAFLY, N.J. — He started as just another pet, but "Rocco The Pug" has become a beloved member of the Brightview Senior Living community in Tenafly. Vibrant Living Director Kate Meehan was looking for a new pet. She found Rocco in October and brought the six-month-old puppy into work.  Now he's more than her pet, he's everyone's pet. "He will be your friend," Meehan said. "He's thinking 'We're going to be friends whether you like it or not!" Rocco's friendliness goes further than most animals. Whereas some dogs are skittish around walkers or wheelchairs, Roc…

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Schools
Deadlocked BOE Votes To Keep Ridgefield Park Superintendent Deadlocked BOE Votes To Keep Ridgefield Park Superintendent
Deadlocked BOE Votes To Keep Ridgefield Park Superintendent RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J. — Cheers erupted in the Ridgefield Park High School cafeteria Wednesday night after a deadlocked Board of Education vote ensured that Schools Supt. Eric Koenig would keep his job, at least for now. The board called an emergency meeting to discuss financial problems plaguing the district -- and to vote on suspending Koenig.  It ended 5-5. The school district has seen financial and performance difficulties the past few years -- and operated at a deficit for roughly eight. Parents, teachers and community members shared criticism and praise for the embattled superintende…

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Schools
'Irresponsible Spending' Could Lead To Unprecedented Tax Hike In Garfield 'Irresponsible Spending' Could Lead To Unprecedented Tax Hike In Garfield
'Irresponsible Spending' Could Lead To Unprecedented Tax Hike In Garfield GARFIELD, N.J. — "Irresponsible spending" is what some Garfield school board members are saying could lead to one of two things: an unprecedented tax hike or the elimination of dozens of jobs in the school district. The referendum in April will ask residents if they will approve a 15.9 percent tax increase in order to retain teachers' jobs and pay for paraprofessionals' health care within the district.  Many people showed up to Monday's meeting wearing all black to support teachers, but some critics say the referendum is the result of poorly managed finances. "The biggest re…

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News
Chronic Homelessness At An End In Hackensack, Bergen County Chronic Homelessness At An End In Hackensack, Bergen County
Chronic Homelessness At An End In Hackensack, Bergen County HACKENSACK, N.J. — The chronic homeless have the support they need, County Executive James J. Tedesco said at a recent press conference, according to NJ.com. Tedesco and others announced that Bergen County has been officially certified for ending chronic homelessness in the community, the article says. "We're providing these most vulnerable residents with the stability they need to address other challenges," Tedesco said at the conference. Bergen County has several organizations dedicated to combating the homelessness problem in the community.  READ THE FULL STORY AT NJ.COM

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Business
Tenafly Reels In Cantonese Seafood Joint Tenafly Reels In Cantonese Seafood Joint
Tenafly Reels In Cantonese Seafood Joint TENAFLY, N.J. — Focusing on a Thai & Asian fusion of seafood, Tenafly's I-Fish will have its grand opening at the former Friendly's location on April 6.  This is the first I-Fish in the tri-state area, with previous franchises existing in Texas. Owner Eddy So said the restaurant specializes in Cantonese style dishes and specifically recommended newcomers try their Pad Thai. The restaurant opened on March 23 and will celebrate their grand opening on April 6. I-Fish is located at 114 County Road in Tenafly.

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News
Hundreds Unite To Save 100-Year-Old Edgewater Church From Demolition Hundreds Unite To Save 100-Year-Old Edgewater Church From Demolition
Hundreds Unite To Save 100-Year-Old Edgewater Church From Demolition EDGEWATER, N.J. — A petition intending to preserve a 100-year-old church in Edgewater has drawn the attention of the borough's mayor and hundreds of other residents. With more than 300 signatures so far, the petition claims that the church was recently sold and will soon be demolished. The petition suggests continuing the demolition of the Church's hall but preserving the building's facade as a historical site. Edgewater Mayor Michael McPartland emailed the creator of the petition demonstrating his support in declaring it a historical site.

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Police & Fire
Why Does Garfield Police Department Need Armor Plated Military Truck? Why Does Garfield Police Department Need Armor Plated Military Truck?
Why Does Garfield Police Department Need Armor Plated Military Truck? GARFIELD, N.J. — Mine Resistant Ambush Protected is the official name for Garfield's recently acquired military-grade vehicle.  Its daunting size has drawn criticism with some residents asking: Why does a local police department need something like this? "We know there are no mines in Garfield," Lieutenant Michael Marsh said.  "That's what it was built for but we're repurposing it." Despite its military history, Garfield intends to use the vehicle for emergencies, such as rescues in bad weather or active shooters. The department has even rebranded the vehicle from MRAP…

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News
Fountain That Killed Christmas In Lodi Will Be Removed Fountain That Killed Christmas In Lodi Will Be Removed
Fountain That Killed Christmas In Lodi Will Be Removed LODI, N.J. — The fountain outside of Lodi's borough hall will be removed after its chlorinated water was blamed for killing a Christmas tree and other flora surrounding it, NorthJersey.com reports. According to North Jersey, heavy winds will splash water out of the fountain onto nearby grass and trees. The water's high chemical content causes any flora touched by the water to wither and die. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL NORTHJERSEY.COM STORY

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Billion Dollar Mall In East Rutherford On Hold With No End In Sight Billion Dollar Mall In East Rutherford On Hold With No End In Sight
Billion Dollar Mall In East Rutherford On Hold With No End In Sight EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The American Dream mall stalled work in December, since then the billion dollar development in East Rutherford hasn't shown any signs of actual work, NJ.com reports. The developer showed intent to resume work after a six-month delay but hasn't followed through. According to NJ.com, even the East Rutherford Mayor James L. Cassella doesn't know when the project will resume work. READ THE FULL STORY AT NJ.COM

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