Macopin Schoo's Citizens of the Month are, from left, Rocco Pugliese, David Canipe, Michael Franklin, Leah Barkley, Emma Garner, Kennedy Toles, Harlow Suhey, Angie Flores, Matthew Afflerbach. ( Photo submitted) Macopin honors students for integrity Local News 11 May 2026 | 04:46
Passaic County seeks poll workers for primary election The Passaic County Board of Elections is seeking poll workers for the June 2, 2026 election and is encouraging registered... Local News 11 May 2026 | 04:34
Girl Scout Troop 98821 visits Upper Greenwood Lake Company 5 Fire Dept. to earn badges to learn how to be safe during a fire and how firefighters are courageous and strong. ( Photo submitted) Girl Scouts visit Upper Greenwood Lake Fire Dept. Local News 11 May 2026 | 04:02
West Milford receives state grant for police wellness program The Township of West Milford has been awarded $8,099.10 through New Jersey’s 2026 Law Enforcement Wellness and Resiliency... Local News 08 May 2026 | 02:21
West Milford to host expanded Community Day, Fourth of July celebration The Township of West Milford will host its 2026 Community Day and Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday, June 27, with a... Local News 05 May 2026 | 08:39
West Milford council honors former official Mayor Michele Dale and the Township Council observed several recognitions and community updates during a recent meeting,... Local News 05 May 2026 | 03:32
Paradise Knoll Elementary School. ( Photo: Isabella Basile) School board votes to close Paradise Knoll Elementary after contentious meeting The West Milford Board of Education voted, 5-3, to close Paradise Knoll Elementary School during a meeting marked by hours... Local News 05 May 2026 | 03:28
YMCA forms advisory council to expand year-round presence in West Milford The YMCA Outdoor Education Center has created a volunteer advisory council of local leaders to help expand year-round programming... Local News 05 May 2026 | 03:18
County unveils three-year plan to revamp emergency food system Passaic County officials have launched a three-year strategic plan designed to overhaul the county’s emergency food system... Local News 05 May 2026 | 12:03
Andrew Moreno of The Backyard Birding Store gave a talk at the West Milford Library on April 28. ( Photo: Denise von Wilke) Birding expert shares tips on attracting backyard birds Andrew Moreno of The Backyard Birding Store in Pompton Plains led a presentation April 28 at the West Milford Library, offering... Local News 04 May 2026 | 11:58
Vote Now: Cover Design for the Childrens’ Newspaper The Childrens’ Newspaper returns next week, and we need your help choosing the cover. Check out this year’s entries below... Local News 29 Apr 2026 | 12:59
Linda Fredericksen Longtime volunteer Linda Fredericksen reflects on life of service Linda Fredericksen has been helping the West Milford community for many years and in various capacities. Fredericksen was... Local News 29 Apr 2026 | 10:14
Elk’s North District New Jersey Special Needs Children Charity Ball: Mariella Scarpa, Special Children’s Ambassador, Jayeson Hayward, Alternate Ambassador. Kim Powell, (to the right of Jayeson) Lodge 2236 ball organizer ( Photo: Denise von Wilke) Elks lodge names youth ambassadors at Special Children’s Charity Ball Northern New Jersey Elks lodges selected two youth ambassadors to represent children with disabilities during their annual... Local News 28 Apr 2026 | 03:25
Passaic County awards $30K grant to protect Greenwood Lake Passaic County is sending $30,000 to the Greenwood Lake Commission to help protect the health of Greenwood Lake for the 2026... Local News 28 Apr 2026 | 03:11
Beautification Day volunteer moms Erin Colfax (far left) and Karen Muto, owner of DeMarco’s Pizzeria & Restaurant, joined the cleanup and picnic with their children. ( Photo: Rich Adamonis) Hundreds join West Milford Beautification Day despite wet weather Wet and chilly weather could not deter volunteers from cleaning up West Milford roadsides with many enjoying a mid-day picnic... Local News 28 Apr 2026 | 02:49
