Board of Education Ratifies Emergency Remote Instruction Plans

Overview: The Woodcliff Lake School Board, in a public meeting held on June 19, 2023, has approved the 2023-2024 Safe Return and Emergency Remote Instruction plans for the school district, marking a significant development in their educational policies for the upcoming academic year.

Saddle River Tackles Water Concerns, Road Improvements, and New Zoning Laws

Overview: In a recent meeting held by the Saddle River Borough Council, urgent water issues took center stage. Addressing these problems, the council sought to establish a more transparent relationship with Veolia, the water company providing services to the borough. Other key matters discussed included roadway improvements, new zoning regulations for houses of worship, and the introduction of a bond ordinance for a pedestrian bridge construction project.

Englewood City Council Grapples with Affordable Housing Mandate Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Englewood City Council met recently in a joint telephonic and virtual meeting, held in collaboration with the Planning Board. The main focus of the session was affordable housing obligations, a contentious issue driven by state laws and court rulings.

Borough Council Confronts Misunderstandings Over School District Jurisdiction

Overview: In a recent meeting of the River Edge Borough Council, the body addressed a point of confusion that has emerged among residents related to jurisdiction over local school districts. The council elucidated a key distinction between different types of school districts and their respective governance structures. This clarification came in response to an email inquiry by a concerned resident, highlighting the need for greater transparency and understanding around how these local bodies function.

Glass Ceiling Shatters in Park Ridge: First Female Police Officer Sworn In

Overview: On July 11th, Julia Manning was unanimously approved and ceremoniously sworn in as the borough’s first female police officer, marking a significant stride for diversity and inclusion in the local law enforcement.