NORTH ARLINGTON GIRL'S SOFTBALL OPENS ANOTHER SEASON

With Councilman James Ferriero throwing out the cermeonial "first" ball, the girl's softball league opened another successful season. Also in attendance were Councilman Al Grannell and Council President Steve Tanelli, who thanked the volunteers who run the league and wished the players, coaches and parents well.

North Arlington Public Library Unveils High-Speed Wireless Internet

Imagine walking into The North Arlington Public Library and finding a free high-speed wireless Internet connection available for your use. This vision is now a reality!

The North Arlington Free Public Library announced today the availability of free high-speed wireless Internet hotspots in all public areas of the library. More Info

Rabies Clinic

The North Arlington Board of Health will sponsor a free Rabies Clinic at the firehouse on Legion Place on Tuesday, May 13, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.

North Arlington residents are urged to make sure that all cats and dogs are vaccinated against rabies. Unvaccinated domestic animals can contact rabies from wild animals and transmit infection to humans. More Info

19th Biannual NAHS Athletic Hall of Fame Inductions

The North Arlington High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee proudly announces their inductees into the Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2008. The 19th Bi-annual NAHS Athletic Hall of Fame Awards Night takes place on Friday May 9th, 2008 at the San Carlo in Lyndhurst. More Info

Help Homes Vets

The Queen of Peace Knights of Columbus is asking volunteers to donate professional suits and business casual wear to the Veterans at the Domiciliary at Lyons hospital. The “Dom” is a place for homeless veterans to get back on their feet and into the job market. Clothing should be in good shape. The Q.P. Knights have set up an outside collection bin at the main entrance of their Council Hall located at 194 River Rd., North Arlington. For more information, contact Mr. Ed Shellman at 1-908-852-3970.

Knights of Columbus

The Knights of Columbus in North Arlington has obtained National Child ID Kits, and in cooperation with the North Arlington Police Department, have distributed the kits to the principals in all North Arlington Schools. These kits provide vital information on a child that can be given to police, prosecutors, FBI, Sheriff’s Offices and other law enforcement personnel in the event a child is kidnapped or is missing. Residents can also pick up a kit at the North Arlington Public Library, or by contacting Grand Knight Robert Tarantula, 201 991-9606. There is no charge for the kit.

Senior Harmony Club

A trip to the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse for lunch and to see Charlie Prose in the play “Last of the Red Hot Lovers” is planned for Tuesday, June 25. To reserve a seat or get information, call Ann at 201-939-2960. Those who attend the trips do not have to be members of the club. All are welcome.

Welcome to our World

Paintings and art work from children between the ages of 2 & 13 with autism will be displayed at the Flyway Gallery, Two DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst for the month of May with an art auction to follow in September. The reception for these young artists will take place on Sunday May 4th at 12pm ending at 2pm. Please come and meet these young artists. For more information please call Debbie or Tara at 201-966-8738.

Atlantic City Trip

The North Arlington Recreation Department is sponsoring a trip to the Atlantic City Hilton Casino Resort on May 10, 2008. The cost of the trip is $35.00 and participants will receive $20.00 in coin and a $5.00 food voucher.The bus will leave at 9:30 AM from North Arlington Borough Hall, 214 Ridge Road. Make checks payable to: North Arlington Recreation and send to Rita Healy, 214 Ridge Road, North Arlington, NJ 07031. Include your name, telephone number and the number of people attending and the amount paid. You may contact Rita Healy at 201-997-4267. Download the flyer.