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Also on today's calendar: Perimenopause & Menopause: A Two-Part Series and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the elephant wear pink socks? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
1. NJ Veterans Home Manager Sues State Alleging Retaliation After Speaking To Federal Monitor (dailyvoice.com) — A former business manager at the Paramus Veterans Memorial Home is suing New Jersey, claiming she was demoted and suspended in retaliation for raising concerns and speaking with a federal monitor overseeing reforms at the facility. The lawsuit ties her discipline to ongoing scrutiny of staffing, budgeting, and care standards at the Paramus home, which has been under a federal consent decree since the pandemic.
2. Valley Health Names Deirdre Byrne as Chief Strategy Officer and Marketing VP (njbmagazine.com) — Valley Health System has named Deirdre Byrne as its new chief strategy officer and marketing vice president, while longtime communications leader Megan Fraser retires after helping launch The Valley Hospital in Paramus. Her work on marketing, community health programs, and the Paramus hospital’s opening has shaped how local residents access and understand Valley’s services. Expect continued focus on community health, education, and strategic growth.
3. Bergen County Black History: Local Landmarks + Stories to Know (thelocalgirl.com) — Paramus is spotlighted as one of Bergen County’s early African American communities, part of a broader look at local Black history sites and stories. The piece connects places like Dunkerhook near Paramus, Englewood, Teaneck, and Alpine to civil rights, education, and community-building. It’s a useful guide if you want to explore meaningful history close to home year-round.
4. Who is North Jersey's best boys track and field athlete ever? VOTE! (northjersey.com) — North Jersey track fans are being asked to vote on the greatest boys track and field athlete ever, and Paramus Catholic stars are prominently in the mix. The piece highlights historic performances by runners who transferred into Paramus Catholic and set major state and county records, inviting readers to weigh in or write in their own local favorites.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because his blue socks were in the wash. (Thank you Mary C. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
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