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Stiff Competition: These Are DV Photo Contest Submissions... So Far Stiff Competition: These Are DV Photo Contest Submissions... So Far Stiff Competition: These Are DV Photo Contest Submissions... So Far
Stiff Competition: These Are DV Photo Contest Submissions... So Far BERGEN COUNTY, N.J. — There are some seriously talented photographers in Bergen County, and the competition is looking stiff for the first official Daily Voice Bergen County Facebook banner photo contest. Amateur and experienced photographers have submitted their shots for the inaugural competition.  The first round of voting will be on Friday, Dec. 15, so there is still time to submit your photo to [email protected]. Photos so far were taken in Mahwah, Westwood, Bergenfield, Harrington Park, Fair Lawn, Lyndhurst, Ridgewood and Haworth. CHECK BACK THROUGHOUT THE WEEK FOR MORE.
REPORT: Slight Increase In Substance Use Among NJ High School Athletes REPORT: Slight Increase In Substance Use Among NJ High School Athletes REPORT: Slight Increase In Substance Use Among NJ High School Athletes
Report: Slight Increase In Substance Use Among NJ High School Athletes Of the 502 male and female high school athletes in New Jersey tested for steroids and other banned substances, only one was positive, NJ.com reports. Last year, none of the 500 samples collected from students in the 2015-16 school year tested positive, the article says. This year's athletes were from six male and seven female sports, from 69 high schools in the state, NJ.com says. CLICK HERE FOR MORE.
PHOTOS: Look Inside Paramus' New European Grocer 'Gourmanoff' PHOTOS: Look Inside Paramus' New European Grocer 'Gourmanoff' PHOTOS: Look Inside Paramus' New European Grocer 'Gourmanoff'
Photos: Look Inside Paramus' New European Grocer 'Gourmanoff' PARAMUS, N.J. — Gourmanoff -- a Brighton Beach-based grocery store specializing in cuisine from Russia, Latvia, Ukraine, Poland, Germany, Italy and France -- has opened its second location in Paramus. The European market is sectioned off into several departments including deli, meats (organic only), fresh fish (from Alaska and Maine), bakery, fruit and nuts, liquor -- complete with wines, beers and champagnes -- hot and cold food bars, candy, chocolate and more. Gourmanoff offers freshly-baked breads, a Kosher section and a variety of frozen and cooked luxury foods from Eastern European cou…
Daily Voice Photo Contest: Submit Original Bergen County Shots For Facebook Daily Voice Photo Contest: Submit Original Bergen County Shots For Facebook Daily Voice Photo Contest: Submit Original Bergen County Shots For Facebook
Daily Voice Photo Contest: Submit Original Bergen County Shots For Facebook BERGEN COUNTY, N.J. — The Daily Voice Bergen County Facebook page cover photo is so last season.  Sure, we could pull a photo from any of our stories, but that wouldn't be fun. That's why we're asking for submissions of photographs from anywhere in Bergen County to serve as our new Facebook page banner through the winter -- please no stock photos. All submissions must be original.  You can submit people, places or things -- anything with a local, homegrown connection -- by Friday, Dec. 15. The winning photo will be at the top of the Daily Voice Bergen County Facebook page. EMAIL CLEVINE…
Wyckoff Mom's Facebook Talk Show Highlights Feel-Good Bergen County Stories Wyckoff Mom's Facebook Talk Show Highlights Feel-Good Bergen County Stories Wyckoff Mom's Facebook Talk Show Highlights Feel-Good Bergen County Stories
Wyckoff Mom's Facebook Talk Show Highlights Feel-Good Bergen County Stories WYCKOFF, N.J. — Marci Hopkins of Wyckoff has found a new career giving a voice to the voiceless. Hopkins -- who has a background in television, networks, programming and has spent time in front of the camera -- launched her Facebook web-series "Coffee With Marci" a year ago. The show serves as a platform to local businesses and nonprofit organizations that otherwise wouldn't have one. "There are a lot of people doing amazing things in and around New Jersey and the Tri-State area and they don’t really have a place to share with others what they are doing," the local mom …
Beloved Teaneck Youth Football Coach, Mentor Kente Blount Dies, 37 Beloved Teaneck Youth Football Coach, Mentor Kente Blount Dies, 37 Beloved Teaneck Youth Football Coach, Mentor Kente Blount Dies, 37
Beloved Teaneck Youth Football Coach, Mentor Kente Blount Dies, 37 BERGEN COUNTY, N.J.— Youth football coach and father of three Kente Alexander Blount of Teaneck died on Nov. 25. He was 37 years old. Blount worked for various school systems, where he helped to develop and teach children from ages 6 to 18 with special needs as a para-professional. He also served as a defensive coach and mentor for the Englewood Public and Teaneck Public school systems. He played football on many semi-pro teams, most recently having finished his last season with the New Jersey Blitz. More than $3,800 had been raised as of Sunday evening on a GoFundMe for Blount's family. …
Former GQ Production Manager John Heese Of Little Falls Dies Suddenly Former GQ Production Manager John Heese Of Little Falls Dies Suddenly Former GQ Production Manager John Heese Of Little Falls Dies Suddenly
Former GQ Production Manager John Heese Of Little Falls Dies Suddenly LITTLE FALLS, N.J. — John Joseph Heese of Little Falls and New York City died suddenly Nov. 16 after an extended battle with depression.  He was 56 years old. A Christmas gift to his family, John was born December 25, 1960 in Paterson. He attended St. Philip the Apostle School in Clifton, and Beatrice Gilmore School in Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson).  A 1979 graduate of Passaic Valley Regional High school in Little Falls, John went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre and Communications from William Paterson University in 1985. He was employed by the Hearst Corporation an…
Totowa Tavern Sunday Football Regular Claims Largest Quick Draw Prize Totowa Tavern Sunday Football Regular Claims Largest Quick Draw Prize Totowa Tavern Sunday Football Regular Claims Largest Quick Draw Prize
Totowa Tavern Sunday Football Regular Claims Largest Quick Draw Prize TOTOWA, N.J. — The largest New Jersey Lottery Quick Draw game top-prize ticket won to date was sold on Nov. 19, at Murph's Tavern in Totowa. The lucky winner, David Mascera from Roseland, is a Sunday football regular at Murph's Tavern. Mascera has enjoyed playing the game since its launch in July. "I couldn’t believe it when I saw the numbers come up," the winner said.  "I had all seven numbers on my ticket and there were still eight more numbers to be drawn.  "My buddy and I were going nuts. He took the ticket out of my hand and ran up to the screen to double check …
2 Bergen County Police Departments Set Out On New Mission 2 Bergen County Police Departments Set Out On New Mission 2 Bergen County Police Departments Set Out On New Mission
2 Bergen County Police Departments Set Out On New Mission BERGEN COUNTY, N.J. — For Bergen County police officers Vinny Rizzo and Kash Cruise, any opportunity to show the public that police officers are just like everyone else is a good one. That's why Rizzo, Kash and members of their PBA organizations have decided to join the more than 50 other police departments for this year's Bergen County PBA Toy Drive. "We truly care about bringing happiness to other people, particularly kids in situations that are less than fortunate," said Rizzo, the state delegate for PBA 217.  "We're not just people out there looking to write tickets -- i…
10 Best Things I Ate This Year: Clifton Foodie Doesn't Want You Missing Out 10 Best Things I Ate This Year: Clifton Foodie Doesn't Want You Missing Out 10 Best Things I Ate This Year: Clifton Foodie Doesn't Want You Missing Out
10 Best Things I Ate This Year: Clifton Foodie Doesn't Want You Missing Out CLIFTON, N.J. — You don't have to go far for good food -- just ask Clifton's Chris Putignano. The 28-year-old has documented hundreds of meals and snacks across the East Coast since launching @chrispy.eats on Instagram last April. The food aficionado sent Daily Voice a list of the best local eats  he tried this year, and he wants everyone to try a bite. SEE PHOTOS ABOVE FOR THE FULL LIST.
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