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Cindy Capitani

Deputy Editor/Content Curator

ccapitani@dailyvoice.com

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Business

Fan Following Brings Success To Ramsey Consignment Shop RAMSEY, N.J. -- Barbara Kenyon of Mahwah didn't dream of owning her own business when she opened the doors of Barbara Ann’s Consignment Boutique in Ramsey a decade ago. Other people insisted. "(Former) clients kept calling me and urged me to open a store. Like 50 people called me. I don’t know what would’ve happened if people didn’t call," the 64-year-old said of the time period in 2006 when she left the consignment shop she was managing. "They were my clients for 10 years. We missed each other," she added. “I feel like sometimes that is how God talks to you, because …

by Cindy Capitani

01/14/2017

Business

Oradell Barbershop On Cutting Edge Of Urban Looks WAYNE, N.J. — Two brothers from Wayne are following their dreams to business success with the expansion of their stylized barber shop. It all started with three chairs in Little Falls. Jeff and Joe Agnello launched City Looks in 2009, with Jeff working full time cutting hair and Joe handling the business aspects and branding. "Our goal was always that we were going to grow the business and open multiple shops. We purposely branded it in a way to expand," said Joe, 31. After growing Little Falls to seven chairs and expanding to Oradell in 2013, Agnello said they were ready to bra…

by Cindy Capitani

01/14/2017

Lifestyle

Wayne Italian Bistro Focuses On The Seasons, Unveils New Winter Menu WAYNE, N.J. — A star chef and his first-class restaurateur dad are rolling out the winter menu of their Wayne Italian bistro that opened in August to critical and social media acclaim. Viaggio, owned by Chef Robbie Felice and his father, Joe, prides itself on house-cured meats, homemade pasta and locally sourced ingredients. The first items on Viaggio's winter menu were unveiled Thursday, Jan. 12, Robbie Felice said. "We're going to roll out four or five items a week so it's easier on the staff," he said. The Mario Bartolli-trained chef who's honed his chops worldwide said fazzo…

by Cindy Capitani

01/13/2017

Sports

Ramsey Coaches, Parents Asked To Attend Concussion Talk RAMSEY, N.J. -- An expert on concussions is coming to Ramsey on Jan. 19 to talk to coaches and parents of athletic children. In easily understood language, Angela D’Alessandro, M.D. will educate participants about concussion facts. Discussed will be, Pre-concussion testing What to do on the sidelines Recommended treatment Post-concussion brain rest. Second impact syndrome Possible long term effects. There will be an opportunity to ask questions. The talk is free, open to the public and starts at 7 p.m., at the Ramsey Public Library, 30 Wyckoff Ave. It was organized by the Ramsey Boar…

by Cindy Capitani

01/13/2017

Obituaries

Peter A. Heller, 70, Of Rutherford RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Peter A. Heller, of Rutherford, died on Jan. 11. He was 70. Born in Hoboken to the late Elizabeth T. (Smith) and Peter Heller. In his early years he held a number of jobs but after graduating from Jersey City State. His main profession was serving bravely at the Port Authority of NY and NJ as a police officer for 18 years, retiring in 1993. He enjoyed making others laugh, grilling and was an avid sports fan. His passion was carried on as a football coach where he coached defense for 40 years, including at Bayonne High School, Don Bosco Prep, Rutherford Jr. Football, Wil…

by Cindy Capitani

01/13/2017

Obituaries

Patrick Discenza, 87, Of Garfield GARFIELD, N.J. -- Patrick Discenza, of Garfield, died on Jan. 9. He was 87. He was a Navy Veteran of the Korean War, and a parishioner of Most Holy Name RC Church, Garfield, He was employed by the US Postal Service for over 30 years retiring in 1988 as the Supervisor of Postal Operations at the Clifton Post Office on Paulison Avenue, and he was a member of NAPS. He is survived by his wife, Julia (LaPlaca); a daughter, Julia Pinghera and husband Tony; grandchildren, Lisa, Anthony, Joya, and Vinnie Pinghera; and brothers, Joseph and wife Anna, and Nicholas and wife Geri. He is predeceased …

by Cindy Capitani

01/12/2017

Obituaries

Patricia F. Longarzo, 62, Of Garfield GARFIELD, N.J. -- Patricia F. Longarzo, of Garfield, died on Jan. 9. She was 62. Born in Hackensack, she lived in Lodi for 22 years and Garfield the past 40 years. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Garfield, and a homemaker. She is survived by her children, Anthony Longarzo and wife Indira and Kelly Longarzo; mother, Cira Shirley Scalera; grandchild, Sienna Rose Longarzo; and siblings, Glenn A. Scalera and wife Adrianne, and Anthony Scalera and wife Perla. She is predeceased by her father, Anthony Scalera. Visiting will be on Friday, 4 to 8 p.m. The funeral is Satu…

by Cindy Capitani

01/12/2017

Obituaries

Darrah Barkley Smith, 66, Of Hawthorne HAWTHORNE, N.J. -- Darrah Barkley Smith, of Hawthorne, died on Monday, Jan. 9. He was 66. Before retiring, he worked for Crown Roll Leaf, Inc. Paterson and Capitol Lighting in Paramus. He had a love of music and playing the various guitars in his collection. He is survived by his son, Ryan Smith. He is predeceased by his parents, Sarah (Barkley) and Walter Smith. Family will receive friends on Friday, Jan. 13, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Vander Plaat Memorial Home, 113 South Farview Ave., Paramus. Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14, at the Vander Plaat Memo…

by Cindy Capitani

01/12/2017

Obituaries

Donna Warren, 62, Of Paramus PARAMUS, N.J. -- Donna Warren, of Paramus, died on Monday, Jan. 9. She was 62. She was the former president of the Paramus Special Education PTA. She is survived by her husband, Ernest Warren; and son, William Warren. Family will receive friends on Saturday, Jan. 14, from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Vander Plaat Memorial Home, 113 South Farview Avenue, Paramus. Funeral Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14, at the Vander Plaat Memorial Home, Paramus. Private Cremation.

by Cindy Capitani

01/12/2017

News

Sharing A Town Hall? Dumont, Bergenfield Crunching Numbers First BERGENFIELD AND DUMONT, N.J. — Bergenfield and Dumont are waiting for the results of independent studies before they resume talks on building a joint municipal complex. Neither side is saying talks are off the table. Just that nothing is progressing right now. "We did conduct a preliminary joint study. Dumont has to make a decision whether or not they’re willing to build on our property," said Bergenfield Borough Administrator Cory Gallo. "We think it makes good sense and we would like to move forward," he added. "But in order to vet through the process, we have …

by Cindy Capitani

01/11/2017

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