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Reyna M. Tapia, 73, Kearny Resident Reyna M. Tapia, 73, Kearny Resident
Reyna M. Tapia, 73, Kearny Resident KEARNY, N.J. -- Reyna M. (Fassero DeGregorio) Tapia -- a Kearny resident, formerly of North Arlington -- died on Tuesday, June 21. She was 73. Born in Argentina, Tapia was a primary school teacher while living in Buenos Aires. She is survived by her husband, Carlos Tapia; children Carlos Tapia, and Alejandro Tapia and his wife Angela; grandchildren Nayomi and Amaya Rose; siblings Benigna Maria de los Angeles Fassero DeGregorio, Enrique Fassero DeGregorio and Jose Fassero DeGregorio; and many nieces and nephews. Tapia was predeceased by her brother, Jesus Fassero DeGregorio. Visitation …
George DeGennaro, 81, Harrington Park Resident George DeGennaro, 81, Harrington Park Resident
George DeGennaro, 81, Harrington Park Resident HARRINGTON PARK, N.J. -- George DeGennaro -- a Harrington Park resident, formerly of Northvale for 47 years -- died on Wednesday, June 22. He was 81.Before retiring, DeGennaro worked for the family business, DeGennaro Transportation in Hoboken and Kearny, for many years. He was a parishioner of St. Anthony's Church in Northvale, and he belonged to the Northvale Golden Age Club. He was an active resident of Brookside Village, where he enjoyed the camaraderie of his friends and neighbors. "Of all he enjoyed in life, nothing surpassed his love of family and the time he spent with them,&qu…
Bogota Homeowners Vie For Most 'Curb Appeal' Bogota Homeowners Vie For Most 'Curb Appeal'
Bogota Homeowners Vie For Most 'Curb Appeal' BOGOTA, N.J. -- Think your home has the the most appealing curb presence? Then enter Bogota Beautiful's Curb Appeal Contest -- or enter your neighbor. The contest will judge the front and side yards of Bogota homes, and it has two categories. The first is for the most appealing landscape and requires a photo. The second is for best-improved landscape, for homes planning or currently undergoing improvements, and it requires both a "before" and "after" photo. Bogota residents can enter their own homes or nominate those of their neighbors. Enter here or email photos to bogo…
Come See Amateur Radio In Action At Fair Lawn Field Day Come See Amateur Radio In Action At Fair Lawn Field Day
Come See Amateur Radio In Action At Fair Lawn Field Day FAIR LAWN, N.J. -- Members of the Fair Lawn Amateur Radio Club will join 35,000 radio operators in the U.S. and Canada on Saturday and Sunday, June 25-26, in the National Association for Amateur Radio's annual Field Day. The club will operate from Fair Lawn's Memorial Park. In the early morning, members will start setting up operating stations in tents -- with generators, computers, radio sets and antenna tuners -- and varied antennas have to be hung from the trees and mounted on masts, and then properly tuned. The public is welcome to come take a look, as well. In addition to radio operat…
Volunteers Needed For Ridgewood Fourth Of July Parade Volunteers Needed For Ridgewood Fourth Of July Parade
Volunteers Needed For Ridgewood Fourth Of July Parade RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- The Ridgewood Fourth of July Committee is need of volunteers for the parade and fireworks, on the Fourth -- and volunteers can get tickets, t-shirts or even community service hours. Parade marshals will "be the eyes and ears of the committee," organizers note. You'll sit where you normally would -- but with a clipboard and a copy of the parade regulations -- and keep an eye on group spacing and whether groups are throwing items. You step in and correct issues, and call the committee if necessary. These volunteers will receive an event t-shirt and a free ticket …
Explore Global Issues In July At Teaneck Lectures Explore Global Issues In July At Teaneck Lectures
Explore Global Issues In July At Teaneck Lectures TEANECK, N.J. -- The Puffin Cultural Forum is hosting "Wednesdays with Professor Anya Shostya" throughout July in Teaneck, which cover a wide range of topics, beginning Wednesday, July 6. July 6 -- "Air Pollution in China: How Long will the Red Dragon be Choking?" July 13 -- "Financial Stability in the 21st Century: What did We Learn from the Financial Crisis of 2007-2008?" July 20 -- "Friends or Strangers: the Effect of Immigration on the U.S. Labor Market" July 27 -- "Cultural and Socioeconomic Factors Affecting Students' Scholastic Achievement…
National Council Of Jewish Women Celebrate 'HIPPY' Graduation In Hackensack National Council Of Jewish Women Celebrate 'HIPPY' Graduation In Hackensack
National Council Of Jewish Women Celebrate 'Hippy' Graduation In Hackensack HACKENSACK, N.J. -- Preschoolers clad in caps and gowns marched to "Pomp and Circumstance" and celebrated their graduation from the HIPPY program -- Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters -- on June 14. This was the 22nd annual graduation for the program, run by the Bergen County Section of the National Council of Jewish Women. The national program helps parents become their children's first teacher. Judy Chicas, now 11 years old, was the featured speaker, and she discussed how her experience in the program helped make her successful in school. She congratulated th…
Bergen County Nursing Home Throws Dream Wedding For Senior Couple Bergen County Nursing Home Throws Dream Wedding For Senior Couple
Bergen County Nursing Home Throws Dream Wedding For Senior Couple ROCKLEIGH, N.J. -- Nearly 60 years after their "wedding that wasn't," Evalyn and Irwin Brownstein got a fabulous do-over, thanks to the Jewish Home at Rockleigh. Fifty-eight years ago -- faced with the challenged of wartime and recent loss of Evalyn's mother -- the couple had a quick, tearful wedding, with fewer than a dozen guests. Last week, however, the couple was treated to a full-fledged bash, after staff had heard their story. Irwin is a resident of the Jewish Home at Rockleigh and Evalyn a frequent visitor. The festivities began with a bachelor party, complete with a bell…
The Kootz Kick Off West Milford Summer Events Season The Kootz Kick Off West Milford Summer Events Season
The Kootz Kick Off West Milford Summer Events Season WEST MILFORD, N.J. -- The West Milford Township Library is hosting a summer series of Monday evening programs for adults. The lineup includes performances by three area bands, a play, a musical show, and tributes to two well-known and beloved musical artists. "Bring a lawn chair and some friends to the library's back lawn from 7-8 p.m. and enjoy the following free programs," organizers noted. All shows are on Mondays. July 11 -- "The Kootz" band returns with classic rock, pop, soul and blues. July 18 -- Linda Kenyon will perform "A Life of My Own: Meeting Eleanor…
Debra Jacobs Named Top Fort Lee Realtor Debra Jacobs Named Top Fort Lee Realtor
Debra Jacobs Named Top Fort Lee Realtor FORT LEE, N.J. -- Joe Cubias, regional vice president of Weichert, Realtors, announced on Tuesday that the Fort Lee office -- and sales associate Debra Jacobs individually -- was recognition for exceptional performance in May. The office led the region, which is comprised of offices throughout Morris, Bergen, Hudson and Passaic counties in New Jersey and locations in Manhattan, for resale listings, resales and resale revenue units. As a top producer, Jones led the sales region for resale listings during the month. The Fort Lee office is located at 310 Main St. Stop by, call 201-592-1400 …
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