Teaneck Town Council Meeting Highlights Affordable Housing, Memorial Projects, and Community Disputes

Overview: The recent Teaneck Town Council meeting focused primarily on affordable housing units at Parkside Lane, memorial projects for Holocaust and Enslaved African communities, and the nomination process for various board positions. These issues were interspersed with public comments, concerns about community relations, and discussions about local municipal projects.

Mahwah School District Outperforms State in Standardized Tests: Intervention Plans in Place for Continuous Improvement

Overview: The Mahwah School District, in a recent board meeting, reported strong results in standardized testing, with the district outperforming state averages in math, ELA, and science across multiple grade levels. The board also outlined detailed intervention plans for continuous improvement, targeting specific student subgroups and areas of academic focus.

Long-Serving School Board Member Rona McNabola’s Retirement Recognized at Glen Rock Meeting

Overview: The Glen Rock School Board meeting was marked by the retirement of Rona McNabola, a long-serving member recognized for her nearly 40 years of service to the community. The meeting also discussed proposed changes to the program of studies and the calendar for the 2025-2026 school year.

River Edge Borough Council Prioritizes Sustainability, Honors Councilman Keno

Overview: In a recent meeting, the River Edge Borough Council discussed environmental initiatives, debated the role of an Environmental Protection Commission liaison, and honored Councilman Dario Keno for his seven-year tenure. The council also addressed topics like stormwater management and the borough’s library project.

Saddle Brook School Board Advances Innovative Curriculum Enhancements and Community Garden Proposal

Overview: The Saddle Brook School Board meeting centered around two key resolutions – the introduction of new curriculum courses for the next academic year and the approval of a proposal for a community garden project run by the middle school’s Service Learning Club.