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NJ Dad Spends Months Setting Up Next-Level Halloween Display NJ Dad Spends Months Setting Up Next-Level Halloween Display
NJ Dad Spends Months Setting Up Next-Level Halloween Display Halloween 2016 was a disappointing one for the Maltin family. The family had just moved into their beautiful new home at 294 West End Ave., in Ridgewood, and barely had any trick-or-treaters. In an effort to "drum up some spirit," the family's patriarch Peter Maltin decided to get creative. He started by sitting on the porch and scaring people. Then, over the years, he added decorations.  "That was the genesis to try to get more people here," the dad of three tells Daily Voice from his front yard as he sets up for this year's festivities. Each year, Maltin' Halloween display got a …
Summer Fun: State Fair Meadowlands Returns Summer Fun: State Fair Meadowlands Returns
Summer Fun: State Fair Meadowlands Returns Racing pigs. Water gun races. A magician. It's about to be state fair season in North Jersey.  The State Fair Meadowlands is returning for another year, kicking off June 22 and running through July 9.  This year, the fair is offering attractions like Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean, Cycle Circus, racing pigs and a magician. A petting zoo will be on the grounds, allowing guests to interact with ponies, llamas, donkeys and patrons will be able to shoot basketball free throws and take part in water gun races. The fair will be open weeknights with extended hours on weekends and Ju…