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This is Dora Rodriguez: Longest Serving Volunteer of the Meadowlands Museum
By Jennifer Ersalesi Robin Reenstra presenting Dora Rodriguez with the Mayor's Proclamation Rutherfordian Dora Rodriguez was recognized...

This Is Rutherford
Apr 172 min read
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Second Book Released by Author Mike Rizzo
By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credit: Mike Rizzo Rutherfordian Mike Rizzo is quite the Renaissance man. Not only is he a published author,...

This Is Rutherford
Jan 195 min read
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This is Christina Cates
By Jennifer Ersalesi From an early start in New York City, Christina Cates learned quickly that she loved being part of the exciting and...

This Is Rutherford
Nov 10, 20245 min read
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This is Mr. Jack Hurley, Region 1 Superintendent of the Year by NJASA
By Jennifer Ersalesi Mr. Jack Hurley has been a teacher or an administrator for over four decades in the Rutherford school district. For...

This Is Rutherford
Oct 20, 20243 min read
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This is Milaina Risoli
By Jennifer Ersalesi Young local actress, Milaina Risoli, will perform in Bergen Performing Arts Center's "The Wizard of Oz" during the...

This Is Rutherford
Jul 22, 20243 min read
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This is Matt Ackermann
By Jennifer Ersalesi Rutherford High School graduate and proud Rutherfordian, Matt Ackermann, possesses many talents as a professional...

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Jul 7, 20243 min read
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This is Dan Meredith, RPL Foundation Gala Honoree
By Jennifer Ersalesi Each year, the Rutherford Public Library Foundation, a non-profit 501c3, holds a Gala to help expand the services of...

This Is Rutherford
Mar 20, 20248 min read
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Mayor and Council Candidates Interview
By Jennifer Ersalesi In an effort to help inform the community about the current Mayor and Council candidates, This is Rutherford asked...

This Is Rutherford
Oct 26, 202323 min read
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This is Book Author, Jason Del Rey
By Jennifer Ersalesi Although he only moved to town seven years ago, Jason Del Rey is proud to call Rutherford his home. Jason is a...

This Is Rutherford
Jun 19, 20234 min read
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This is Volunteer of the Year: Krista Vellis
By Jennifer Ersalesi A long-time Rutherford resident, a Rutherford High School alum with an incredible athletic record, and an active...

This Is Rutherford
Jun 15, 20233 min read
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New Documentary by Bill Einreinhofer
By Jennifer Ersalesi About four years ago, This is Rutherford interviewed Emmy-award winning nonfiction producer, director, and writer,...

This Is Rutherford
May 25, 20231 min read
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This is Michelle Smith
By Jennifer Ersalesi Not only an extremely successful businesswoman, Michelle Smith is also a mother to her two young children and an...

This Is Rutherford
May 2, 20233 min read
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80 Years of Charm: Celebrating Goffin's 64 Park, Your One Stop Shop in Rutherford
By Tracy Leigh For almost 80 years, Goffin's 64 Park, located in Rutherford, New Jersey, has a rich history dating back to 1947. The...

This Is Rutherford
Mar 30, 20232 min read
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This is Pat Wester, 2023 RPL Foundation Gala Honoree
By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Rutherford Public Library For twenty-five years, Pat Wester has worked tirelessly to ensure that the...

This Is Rutherford
Feb 14, 20236 min read
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This is Catherine O'Keefe
By Jennifer Ersalesi At a young age, Catherine O'Keefe discovered that she wanted to help others. After being inspired by some pivotal...

This Is Rutherford
Feb 10, 20236 min read
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This is Frank Inglese, School Resource Officer
By Jennifer Ersalesi Upon Detective Al Anderson's retirement at the end of this month, Detective Frank Inglese will take over as the...

This Is Rutherford
Jan 19, 20233 min read
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This is Braedon McQuade
By Jennifer Ersalesi During the holiday season, many families try to find ways to give back to their communities. Some families also look...

This Is Rutherford
Dec 21, 20223 min read
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Sister Businesses: Be Well and Park Floral
By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Dan Meredith Believing in hard work and the importance of doing what they love inspired two...

This Is Rutherford
Dec 12, 20225 min read
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This is Emilia Lorenz
By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Emilia Lorenz Lifelong Rutherford resident, Emilia Lorenz has lived on Orient Way all of her life,...

This Is Rutherford
Nov 2, 20223 min read
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This is David Mazure
By Jennifer Ersalesi As a child growing up in Rutherford, David Mazure discovered his passion for art. After high school, he continued...

This Is Rutherford
Oct 31, 20224 min read
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