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Schaefer Joan In a league of her own
A newspaper article about Joan Schaefer, founder of United Girls Athletic League Suburbia (GALS), a travelling softball league meant to give girls more opportunities in sports. The article includes several quotes from Schaefer and quotes about…
Schuster Catherine 20th century soprano ex vaudeville singer witnessed all of 1900s
A newspaper article about Catherine Schuster, a 30-year Bergenfield resident who turned 100 in 2000.
Serrano Michelle 1359 Points Well Taken Michelle Serrano Sets BHS Record
A newspaper article detailing Michelle Serrano's high school basketball career at Bergenfield High School.
Singer Sig Singer Paves the Way From Bergenfield to Broadway
A newspaper article about Sig Singer, a 30-year Bergenfield resident who was a percussionist on many Broadway shows. The article includes information about shows he performed in and anecdotes about his career, including working with Katherine…
Daniel M Troop 180s Daniel Slossar Earns Eagle Scout Award
A newspaper article about Daniel Slossar, a then senior at Bergenfield High School, receiving the Eagle Scout award, the Boy Scout's highest honor.
Swenson Eric Bergenfield educator novelist enjoys the best of both worlds October 15 2000
A newspaper article about a book signing held at the Bergenfield Public Library for Swenson's debut novel. The article also includes biographical information about Swenson.
Tobiassen Torre D Day veterans receive long delayed honor Bergenfield man recalls Omaha Beach horror
A newspaper article about the US Navy's 6th Beach Battalion receiving the Presidential Unit Citation for heroism. In the article, Tobiassen details his experience on Omaha beach during World War II, as well as other details about his experience in…
Troster Lawrence Rabbi Finds Spirituality Amid Peaks and Glaciers
A newspaper article about local rabbi Lawrence Troster and his trip to Alaska, exploring both his Jewish faith and environmentalism.
Kenneth Meet some of your local heroes Kenneth Van Valen a man of dedication
A newspaper article about Bergenfield resident Kenneth Van Valen, a dedicated citizen. The article includes biographical information about Van Valen.
Villone Ron Bergenfield Leftys Long Journey to Shea Stage
A newspaper article about baseball player Ron Villone, who was then the starting pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates versus the Mets at Shea Stadium.