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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
Wine Tasting Fundraiser Supports Historic Allendale Manor Wine Tasting Fundraiser Supports Historic Allendale Manor
Wine Tasting Fundraiser Supports Historic Allendale Manor ALLENDALE, N.J. — Enjoy an array of wines from around the world at the historic John Fell House at an Oct. 10 fundraiser for the 255-year-old mansion. Lead by Jeff Wooddy of Rochambeau Wines, one of New York’s oldest post-Prohibition wine shops, the event will feature wines from New York State vineyards, along with an international selection from France, Spain, Italy and Austria. The historic home belonged to Bergen County Patriot John Fell, a lawyer, judge and member of the First Continental Congress of the United States, with which he ratified the U.S. Constitution. In 2010, the home …

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News
North Jersey Remembers Yogi North Jersey Remembers Yogi
North Jersey Remembers Yogi OAKLAND, N.J. — Yogi Berra gave young Robin Alhers the thrill of a lifetime 52 years ago when he carried her from the stands of the old Yankee Stadium onto the field. "Yogi picked me up and took a bite out of the hamburger I was eating, " the Oakland resident recalled. "I just remember hugging his neck because I was shy from the clapping [of the crowd]." Memories of the beloved Hall of Famer -- and longtime New Jerseyan -- swelled like The Wave throughout North Jersey following this morning's news of his death at 90. “It’s sad because I grew up following the Yankees of…

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Lifestyle
Hearty Autumn Beers On Tap At Garfield Brew Pubs Hearty Autumn Beers On Tap At Garfield Brew Pubs
Hearty Autumn Beers On Tap At Garfield Brew Pubs GARFIELD, N.J. — Goodbye summer shandies, hello hearty brews. Fall is officially upon us — and with it, the return of Oktoberfests and pumpkin beers.  But that’s not all autumn has to offer. Fresh hops beer and stouts are also making a seasonal comeback. Daily Voice checked with local experts to find best brews of autumn.The results: In Garfield, Three Wise Monks owner Brian Rossi prefers pumpkin and spice for fall. His top picks for the season include Doc’s Pumpkin Cider and Southern Tier "Pumpking" Harvest Fest.  “Both are pumpkin-flavored with cinnamon and nutmeg,” Rossi said…

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Lifestyle
Hearty Autumn Beers On Tap At Teaneck Pub Hearty Autumn Beers On Tap At Teaneck Pub
Hearty Autumn Beers On Tap At Teaneck Pub TEANECK, N.J. — Goodbye summer shandies, hello hearty brews. Fall is officially upon us — and with it, the return of Oktoberfests and pumpkin beers. But that’s not all autumn has to offer. Fresh hops beer and stouts are also making a seasonal comeback. Daily Voice checked with local experts to find best brews of autumn.The results: At The Cottage Bar in Teaneck, owner Mickey Dawson recommends Sweet Water Brewery’s new EPAs and IPAs, which are making their New Jersey debut this week. The Northwest Ireland native cut his teeth on spicy lager pale ales, which he said are “huge everywhere in …

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Neighbors
Closter Classic Car Show Benefits Joey's Fund Closter Classic Car Show Benefits Joey's Fund
Closter Classic Car Show Benefits Joey's Fund CLOSTER, N.J. — A classic car show to benefit critically ill children and their families is coming to Closter Oct. 3. The inaugural Joey’s Fund Closter Classic Car Show was begun by the DeCarlo family in honor of their son, Joseph, who was 2½ when he died in 1986. “At that time we were the luckiest family, as a result of an experimental treatment, we were able to have Joey in our lives for an additional year and a half,” Joey's father, Tony DeCarlo, wrote on the fund’s website.  The family asks for help in paying it forward to provide assistance to families who are faced with the challen…

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Lifestyle
Hearty Autumn Beers On Tap At Bergen Brew Pubs Hearty Autumn Beers On Tap At Bergen Brew Pubs
Hearty Autumn Beers On Tap At Bergen Brew Pubs ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. — Goodbye summer shandies, hello hearty brews. Fall is officially upon us — and with it, the return of Oktoberfests and pumpkin beers. But that’s not all autumn has to offer. Fresh hops beer and stouts are also making a seasonal comeback. Daily Voice checked with local experts to find best brews of autumn.The results: In Elmwood Park, Twisted Elm owner Jim Rogers recommended the Hacker Pscharr Octoberfest, a marzen-style beer with a 5.8% alcohol concentration. Other fall brews on tap include Brooklyn Post Road Pumpkin Spiced Ale, a colonial style ale with American two-…

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Lifestyle
Hearty Autumn Beers On Tap At New Milford Pub Hearty Autumn Beers On Tap At New Milford Pub
Hearty Autumn Beers On Tap At New Milford Pub NEW MILFORD, N.J. — Goodbye summer shandies, hello hearty brews. Fall is officially upon us — and with it, the return of Oktoberfests and pumpkin beers. But that’s not all autumn has to offer. Fresh hops beer and stouts are also making a seasonal comeback. Daily Voice checked with local experts to find best brews of autumn.The results: At Jersey Boys Grill in New Milford, Octoberfest is the beer of choice, with three different varieties to choose from: Sam Adams Octoberfest, Paulener Oktoberfest Wiesn and Blue Moon Harvest Pumpkin Oktoberfest. When it comes to seasonal drinks, Jersey Boys…

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Events
Lindy Blanchard Art Exhibit at Fort Lee Public Library Lindy Blanchard Art Exhibit at Fort Lee Public Library
Lindy Blanchard Art Exhibit at Fort Lee Public Library FORT LEE, N.J. — Lindy Blanchard, Fort Lee resident and award-winning artist, will exhibit paintings of the George Washington Bridge in all its many guises, including a view drivers get when they come down the Palisades Parkway.  Lindy has a degree in art history, in addition to studying at the Art Students League of New York, the New York School of Visual Arts, and the National Academy of Design. Her paintings will be on display in the Lower Floor Gallery during September, October and November.  The Fort Lee Public Library, located at 320 Main Street, in Fort Lee. 

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News
Waldwick Post Office May Be Named In Honor Fallen Marine Waldwick Post Office May Be Named In Honor Fallen Marine
Waldwick Post Office May Be Named In Honor Fallen Marine WALDWICK, N.J. — The Waldwick Post Office may soon be renamed in honor of fallen Marine Staff Sgt. Joseph D’Augustine, nj.com reports.  The U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to vote on legislation to rename the post office at 1 Walter Hammond place after the Waldwick native who was killed in action in March 2012, the report said. The 2001 Waldwick High School graduate was on his fourth tour of duty overseas when he was killed diffusing an explosive device in Helmand province of Afghanistan. CLICK HERE to read the full story.

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Neighbors
Is This Your Dog? Rutherford Police Find Terrier Is This Your Dog? Rutherford Police Find Terrier
Is This Your Dog? Rutherford Police Find Terrier RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Rutherford Police Department has taken a stray terrier into custody. According to the department's Twitter account, the dog was found in the area of Hastings and Jackson avenues on Sept. 22.  If you have information about the owners of this dog, please contact Rutherford Police at (201) 939-6000. 

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