A Badass American 1

badass: (slang) a person whose extreme attitudes, behavior or appearance are admirable The celebration of Martin Luther King Day on January 16th is an important holiday for an important figure in American history. In addition to the advancements in civil rights and American values that King achieved during his lifetime, […]


Valentines with Value

Valentine’s Day is coming, and The Journal is posting a list of 10 ideas to help celebrate the day. The list is going up early because most of the ideas don’t involve much money, but may involve a little extra time. This list is compilation from different sources; we’ve expanded […]


Karl Blunck at the Library

This month the Oakland Public Library is featuring the work of Oakland Treasure Karl Blunck. His paintings have won prizes all over New Jersey and recently at the prestigious Salmagundi Club in New York City. Stop by the library to see Karl’s paintings in person.  You can even purchase one […]


On the Job – January 4

On December 24, 2011 Ptl. Bryan Rowin and Ptl. Broek were dispatched to Overlook Ridge Extension to investigate a reported suspicious vehicle.  The officers’ investigation into the four juvenile occupants of the vehicle led to the arrest of one of them for the possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The […]


Happy New You Year 3

12 Things for a Better New You Year Be More Curious Wonder more about things. Whether it’s art, music, politics or science, be more curious. Ask a few additional “whys” and then go seek the answers. Make a Pilgrimage A pilgrimage is usually associated with a holy place, but you […]


Final Hearings to sell El Paso

The County of Bergen is permanently proposing to sell land rights to El Paso for $700,000 for construction of a pipeline and metering station. Final hearings are on January 25 at the Law and Public Safety Building, 281 Campgaw Road, Mahwah, and at the Bergen County Administration Building, Feb. 9. […]