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February 15, 2025

NORTH ARLINGTON, NJ – Hasbrouck Heights returned to the lanes after their victory in the North 2, Group 1 playoffs of NJIC rival Rutherford with a 5-2 victory over Lyndhurst in an NJIC Meadowlands boys bowling match.The Aviators improved to 16-11 on the season, 13-8 in the Meadowlands. Lyndhurst ...

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – The Hasbrouck Heights Council approved the appointment of Allan M. Mwirigi to the volunteer Fire Department at the February 11 Council meeting. The Council also approved two resolutions (51 & 52) which appointed Dominic Lazzaro as a full-time crossing guard and hired ...

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – A layup from Vin DeGennaro in the final minute gave Hasbrouck Heights a 46-44 lead, and Joe Russo’s layup in the final seconds extended the lead to four as the Aviators defeated Secaucus 48-46 in a NJIC Boys Basketball game on Wednesday night in the New Gym.Before the game, ...

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NORTH ARLINGTON, NJ – Fifth-seeded Hasbrouck Heights upset Rutherford, 2-0, in the quarterfinal round of the NJSIAA boys Section 2, Group1 bowling tournament on Thursday in North Arlington.  They will advance to bowl against top seed Belvidere on Wednesday.The Aviators had previously faced ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ – Bergen Tech swept its quarterfinal bowling matches on Thursday afternoon, advancing to the NJSIAA North Group 4 semi-finals with 2-0 victories.  (Editors note: Unlike during the regular season when teams would bowl three games, with wins counting for two points, and total pins ...

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS -- Hasbrouck Heights High School announced the Honor Roll students for the second marking period of the 2024-25 school year. Starting this school year, there are two levels of Honors in high school.The Honor Roll is being re-published with corrected information provided by the ...

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HANOVER PARK, NJ – Hanover Park defeated Hasbrouck Heights by a score of 52-23 in the finals of the North 2, Group 1 wrestling championships on Wednesday night in East Hanover. “It was a tough one. We battled… they're a good team,” said Hasbrouck Heights head wrestling coach Kurt Freund. “I love ...

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(updated)NEW YORK, NY, - Aidan Morrow set a new Hasbrouck Heights record in the 1600 meters in winning the Bergen County Championships at the 168th Street Armory in New York on Wednesday night.Morrow set a new record with a time of 4:19.97. Ryan Ober also captured the Bergen County Championship in ...

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WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Troubles are mounting for SeaQuest at Woodbridge Center mall after New Jersey environmental regulators have begun a process to revoke state permits to keep wildlife and exotic animals on the premises. The NJ Dept. of Environmental Protection’s Fish & Wildlife Division sent a ...

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS -- Hasbrouck Heights Middle School announced the Honor Roll students for the second marking period of the 2024-2025 school year.The Honor Roll is being re-published with corrected information provided by the district.High Honor Roll 2024-2025 Marking Period 2Eighth ...

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LODI, NJ – Hasbrouck Heights defeated Wallington, 2-0, in the opening round of the North 2, Group 1 Boys bowling tournament in Lodi. The Aviators advance to bowl NJIC rival Rutherford on Thursday.(Editors note: Unlike during the regular season when teams would bowl three games, with wins counting ...

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NORTH ARLINGTON, NJ – Wood-Ridge defeated Hoboken, 2-1, in the opening round of the North 2, Group1 Boys Bowling championships in North Arlington on Tuesday afternoon.  They will advance and bowl against West Caldwell Tech on Thursday afternoon in West Caldwell.After splitting the first two games ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ - As part of a continuing effort to revitalize downtown Hackensack, the city has partnered with the county to redevelop the NJ Transit bus terminal.Starting construction this fall, the ‘Bergen Junction’ will be home to workforce housing for essential workers and veterans, a ...

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TRENTON, NJ — A bill that would vastly reduce plastic waste in New Jersey won narrow support from lawmakers amid criticism from business groups and praise from environmentalists.The legislation, S-3398, was approved Monday by a 3-2 vote in the Senate Environment and Energy Committee, with Democrats ...

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ -Needing a pin in the final match of the night to advance to the NJSIAA North 2 Section Final, Hasbrouck Heights season rested with Harris Krommenhoek at 175 pounds. One minute, 21 seconds later, the Aviators were on their way to the Sectional Finals, to face Hanover Park on ...

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ  - The Free Public Library of Hasbrouck Heights warmly welcomes all. For the most up-to-date information, visit us online, email us at hashcirc@bccls.org, or call (201) 288-0488 to speak with a staff member.For your convenience, the public is welcome to return library ...

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NORTH ARLINGTON, NJ – Wood-Ridge concluded its regular season with a 7-0 win over Secaucus in an NJIC Meadowlands Bowling match on Monday afternoon in North Arlington.  The Blue Devils finished  the regular season 12-8 overall and in the Meadowlands. Secaucus finished 0-20 on the year.The team also ...

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NORTH ARLINGTON, NJ – Becton defeated Hasbrouck Heights in the season finale for both teams in the NJIC Meadowlands Division.  Hasbrouck Heights finished 13-11 overall and 12-8 in the Meadowlands Division. Becton finished the season 12-8 overall and in the Meadowlands Division.The Aviators won the ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ – Bergen Tech swept Paterson Eastside, 7-0, 7-0, in Big North Liberty Division bowling on Monday in Hackensack.  The boys improved their record to 18-3 overall, 10-0 in the Liberty Division. The girls improved to 22-0 on the season, and 10-0 in the Liberty.Collin Zens 200 led the ...

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ -  The second week of February is busy for TAPinto with the NJSIAA tournament and Council meetings.Monday, February 10:Hasbrouck Heights hosts the quarter- and semi-finals of the NJSIAA wrestling tournament, with Belvidere, Cedar Grove, and Rutherford, 5 p.m., New GymTuesday, ...

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NEW JERSEY — Sky-watchers can see an unusual celestial treat as Venus, Saturn, Jupiter and Mars line up and shine bright in our night sky from now until late February, according to the National Aeronautics & Space Administration  (NASA).On clear nights, when clouds cooperate, New Jerseyans will ...

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DEMAREST, NJ – Hasbrouck Heights defeated Fair Lawn, 52-44, in the Quarterfinal Round of the girls Bergen County Basketball Invitational at Demarest High School on Saturday afternoon. The Aviators advance to play Becton Regional next Saturday.Gina Minichiello led the Lady Aviators with 20 points, ...

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BERGEN COUNTY, NJ - The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and Bergen County Sheriff’s Office are accepting applications for the Bergen County Youth Police Academy – Class #19.“Youth Academy is a unique opportunity for young people to focus on strengthening their life skills of self-respect, respect ...

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Each gardening season seems to offer new growing challenges. Our gardens are exposed to more drastic and variable weather with changing weather patterns. Floods, droughts, wind, temperature extremes, and unseasonable weather episodes can have immediate and long-term impacts on our plants.Monitoring ...

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – For the first time in eight years, the NJIC has a new conference champion as Hasbrouck Heights defeated Manchester Regional, 41-22, to capture the team championship in Hasbrouck Heights on Friday night.  Emerson/Park Ridge had won the title the previous seven years, ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ – For the second time in three days, Bergen Tech swept Paterson Kennedy, 7-0, 7-0, in Big North Liberty Division bowling.   The win pushes Bergen Tech girls to 21-0 overall and 8-0 in the division, while the boys improve to 17-3, 9-0.The Knights also honored three athletes for their ...

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HACKENSACK,NJ – Fort Lee defeated Hasbrouck Heights, 7-0, in an independent bowling match on Friday in Hackensack.  Hasbrouck Heights falls to 13-10 on the season, while Fort Lee improves to 13-5.Fort Lee captured game one 805-644, despite a 233 game from William Munoz. Fort Lee’s Enoch Choi rolled ...

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – The Hasbrouck Heights Land Use Board approved the application for a use variance for 500 Williams Avenue on Wednesday at their February meeting.   The application was presented by Kundert Volvo for the property at 500 Williams Avenue, which was formerly occupied by Safelite ...

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WOOD-RIDGE, NJ – Waldwick broke open a close game in the fourth quarter with a 17-2 run en route to a 46-30 win over Wood-Ridge on Thursday in an NJIC non-divisional game.  Wood-Ridge falls to 5-12 with the loss, while Waldwick goes to 14-9 on the season.The game was a series of runs, as Waldwick ...

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - Gina Minichello scored 12 second half points and Ashley Shine made a 3-point shot at the third quarter buzzer, tying the game, 40-40, as Hasbrouck Heights defeated Cresskill, 48-41, on Senior Night Wednesday in the New Gym.Prior to the game, three students were honored as ...

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