By Jeff Bahr REBIRTH ON THE HUDSON Commuters crossing the Hudson on the Tappan Zee Bridge are often surprised to learn that a genuine tourist destination exists on the river’s western bank, just south of the span. It’s understandable. Piermont, N.Y., hasn’t always been a day-trippers’ haven. In fact, not too long ago, Piermont [...]
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The ‘Cameos’ – far more than a cameo band
July 25th, 2012 
admin By Anthony J. Machcinski Nutley residents will welcome one of their own, John Basilone, when The Cameos perform at Nutley’s Summer Concert on Aug. 1. “It’s a nice feeling,” Basilone said. “I really enjoy watching everyone have a good time… I’m more excited when I’m playing in front of friends and family.” Basilone [...]
Hip oldsters continue to be a ‘hit” with fans
July 11th, 2012 admin By Anthony J. Machcinski For six men in their 60s, the passion of performing in front of a live crowd never gets old. On Friday, July 13, The Hit Men will fulfill their passion at Town Hall Park in Lyndhurst, showcasing three decades of experience in the music business. The performance is part of [...]
The brains behind the boom
July 4th, 2012 admin By Anthony J. Machcinski This week, millions of Americans will take to their local hillside or open field in order to celebrate the 236th birthday of America to watch an aerial spectacle as big as the birthday it honors. Fireworks date back as far as possibly the Han dynasty in China around 200 B.C., [...]
Hot films for a hot summer
June 27th, 2012 admin By Anthony J. Machcinski With the 90 degree temperatures our area experienced June 20-22, many people have been searching for ways to beat the heat. One of the easiest ways is by checking out one of the many films coming to area theaters. With this summer’s load of movie blockbusters as heavy as ever, it’s [...]
Local film puts watchers in the ‘Danger Zone’
June 20th, 2012 admin By Anthony J. Machcinski Imagine waking up in a totally white room while having no recollection of how you got there. While many people may think this is the beginning subplot of the next installment of the “Hangover” movies, it is far from it. Produced and written by Belleville resident Ryan Polukord, “Danger Zone” [...]
Returning writer wows kids at alma mater
June 13th, 2012 admin By Anthony J. Machcinski After a 26-year hiatus, Anna Prokos returned to her old grammar school on June 6 as an accomplished author. Prokos, who authored the children’s book “The Lucky Cake,” came to Roosevelt school in Kearny to talk to students about writing and being an author. “It was really great [...]
Next up for W.H.A.T. is ‘Nunsense’
June 6th, 2012 admin By Anthony J. Machcinski The West Hudson Arts & Theater Company (W.H.A.T.) will conclude its first season on June 15 when area residents will perform the musical comedy “Nunsense.” ‘Nunsense’ revolves around Sister Julia, Child of God, cook for the Little Sisters of Hoboken who accidentally poisons 52 of her fellow sisters. In order [...]
‘Aim’ing for success
May 30th, 2012 admin Anthony J. Machcinski Artists from all over the area will converge on the Lithuanian Catholic Community Club on June 2 for “Together”. “Together” is a fundraiser for the “AIM Foundation” put together by North Arlington resident Steve Egoavil. “The Art in Motion Foundation originated two years ago with a premise that anyone can make [...]
Art comes in many forms in E. Newark
May 30th, 2012 admin By Anthony J. Machcinski A variety of student projects will be featured on May 30 when the East Newark Public School hosts its annual Spring Art Show. The artwork, created by students from the school, will be featured from 5 to 7 p.m. at the school on 501 N. Third St. “It’s a [...]
