Glen Rock School Board Grapples with Rising Health Insurance Costs Amid Financial Discussions

Overview: The Glen Rock School Board meeting focused heavily on the district’s financial health, particularly concerning rising health insurance costs and the audit results for the fiscal year 2024-2025.

Rutherford School Board Faces Community Call for Diwali Recognition as a School Holiday

Overview: The November 10, 2025, meeting of the Rutherford School Board was marked by significant public advocacy for recognizing Diwali as a district-wide holiday. Alongside discussions on cultural inclusivity, the board examined challenges related to rising health benefit costs and reviewed feedback from a comprehensive community survey.

Tenafly Borough Council Discusses New Senior Walking Trail and Traffic Safety Initiatives

Overview: The recent Tenafly Borough Council meeting focused on community development projects, including a proposed walking trail for seniors and traffic safety enhancements. Discussions highlighted the necessity of improving pedestrian mobility and safety for the elderly, while also addressing infrastructure needs to prevent accidents in high-risk areas.

Wyckoff Town Council Discusses Infrastructure Projects and Community Engagement

Overview: At the recent Wyckoff Town Council meeting, topics included the awarding of contracts for pedestrian safety improvements, a collaborative approach to addressing rising health benefit costs, and the appointment of James Shepard to a township committee vacancy. The council also reflected on community events and ongoing infrastructure projects.

Ridgewood Council Celebrates “Tony Damiano Day” with Proclamation and Key to the Village

Overview: The Ridgewood Council meeting on November 5, 2025, was a celebratory event as the council proclaimed the day “Tony Damiano Day” to honor Tony Damiano’s extensive contributions to the community. Damiano, known for his work in revitalizing Ridgewood’s central business district and his ownership of the popular store Mango Jam, received the first-ever key to the village. The meeting was characterized by public tributes, despite other issues on the agenda.