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Hey there, Mahwah! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Les Paul's famed Mahwah home was demolished and who's demanding answers
  • Which powerhouse programs could dominate at future meets in Mahwah?

Also on today's calendar: Community-wide Garage Sale and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the wall say to the other wall. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Thursday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 80, low: 68.
  • Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 'It made me sick.' Les Paul's son speaks out after birthplace of modern recording and electric guitar is razed (guitarplayer.com) — Les Paul's historic home, workshop, and recording studio on Deerhaven Road in Mahwah has been demolished after its sale to private developers, leaving his family heartbroken and demanding answers. His son Gene Paul is questioning how the Les Paul Foundation handled the property, what happened to the sale proceeds, and why there's no marker honoring the site's musical legacy for future Mahwah visitors and residents.
   

• Which boys cross country teams are 2026 Non-Public A title contenders? (nj.com subscription) — New Jersey's top Non-Public A boys cross country teams are gearing up for the 2026 season, with programs like Union Catholic, Christian Brothers, Paul VI, Bergen Catholic, and Delbarton all in the mix. Mahwah gets a nod as Darlington Park, here in town, is highlighted as a key championship venue where Bergen County's best have already battled for titles.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday August 26
  • Board of Education Meeting
    Ringwood Public School District EG Hewitt Media Center
    6:00 pm
  • Mayor & Council Work Session/Regular Meeting →
    Borough of Ramsey 2nd floor council chambers - Ramsey NJ 07446
    7:00 pm
    • Thursday August 27
  • Professional Days for Staff
    Ramsey High School 256 East Main Street, Ramsey, NJ 07446
    8:00 am
  • WMS Locker Day
    Waldwick School District 155 Summit Avenue, Waldwick, NJ 07463
    8:30 am

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

  • Lost Dog
    We lost a small 15 pound white Havanese Mix on Fardale Section of Mahwah. She answers by her nickname "Mauri" . She was last seen on Brookside... (More info)

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I find it kind of strange that we have this very distinct straight line of Flock cameras along the border between Bergen NJ and Rockland NY in our local neighborhoods.
    Weird. Is someone tracking who comes and goes across the border? Everywhere else on the map is mostly non-geometric spaced dots? See your own town… (Nextdoor Airmont)
  • Dunkin' posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Mahwah. Apply here.
  • The Guitar Center posted a job opening for Music Teacher Store 7608 in Ramsey. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Mahwah here.

🗞 Nearby News

Ramsey

  • A Practical Guide to Dylan Harper: Career, Stats & News (saratogaliving.com)
  • Deutsche Bank AG Makes New $8.17 Million Investment in ADMA Biologics Inc $ADMA (marketbeat.com)

Franklin Lakes

  • Diamond Chip Realty Update; Hearing Scheduled for Nov, Questions About Impact of Lawsuits and Whom Will Represent Sparta Planning Board (tapinto.net)

Ridgewood

  • Ridgewood Businesses Give Back: Reysol Coffee Roasters (tapinto.net)

Ok Mahwah! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Meet me at the corner. (Thank you Earlene M. for sending it in!)
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