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WNY police seize $1M worth of heroin in town’s largest drug bust A pre-dawn raid Sunday by West New York police turned out to be the largest drug seizure in the town as well as one of the biggest heroin busts ever in the county. Following up on an anonymous tip from a resident, the …
Achievement was the theme of the night at the West New York Board of Education meeting on Monday. While students were honored for winning essay contests, the board also cited several staff members and a student who saved the lives of colleagues. ‘Above and beyond’ The board recognized staff members for going “above and beyond” …
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The year 2011 started out on a favorable note for two local musicians when they received word that they had been crowned “Top DJ Picks 2010” – alongside renowned artists Tito Puente Jr. and Herbie Hancock – for their individual CDs, with the award given by a salsa and Latin jazz DJ in California. _____________ …
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Though he was born and brought up in Maine, West New York resident Mark Irish spent three formative years in New York City — and that may have made all the difference. His mother was secretary to the head of the department of New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. From age 10 to …
Continue reading “Standing ovation
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On Nov. 19, 2008, U.S. Rep. Gary Ackerman (D-New York) peered disdainfully over his wire rims at the three auto company executives who had arrived for this congressional hearing in their corporate jets. “That’s like going to the soup kitchen in a high hat and tuxedo,” Ackerman acidly remarked. The three guys — from Chrysler, …
Continue reading “What’s in your neighbor’s driveway
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The High Tech High School Science Club passed on the knowledge of a complex scientific concept through the art of acting when they made a presentation at Princeton University’s Science Day last month. The Dec. 11, 2010 event hosted by the Young Science Achievers Program allowed students to participate in different science-related workshops with their …
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Mayor Stack announces dates for public safety meetings Union City Mayor Brian Stack has announced dates for public safety neighborhood meetings to inform residents of the latest developments surrounding public safety initiatives in the area and to discuss crime prevention. Upcoming meetings are scheduled for the following dates: Monday, Jan. 31 at 7 p.m. at …
Behind every West New York town event, there’s a score of West New York Women’s Club volunteers donating their time and services. From Christmas to Easter, Father’s Day to Mother’s Day, and even on a day-to-day basis, members from the club have made it their mission to help those in need. Although the reins of …
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In the last five years, eight of 11 Union City homicide victims were cut down by the sharp blade of the machete. In the last four years, an additional 129 people were victim to acts of machete violence within city limits. Local officials say the machete is the weapon of choice for at least two …
Continue reading “Hacking away at crime stats
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In 2011, West New York residents can expect a beefed up police presence, gang awareness and mentoring programs within schools, and a neighborhood crime watch. Mayor Silverio “Sal” Vega announced at a press conference Tuesday morning at Town Hall his multi-pronged “Keep WNY Safe 2011” public safety program that entails a cooperative effort between the …
Continue reading “WNY residents have a say
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