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Rebecca Abma

Assistant Managing Editor

rabma@dailyvoice.com

Rebecca Abma, Daily Voice’s assistant managing editor, has worked in community news in Northern NJ for more than 20 years and has written for local, regional and national magazines, newspapers and websites.

The Paramus native comes to the Daily Voice with a rich background in the workings of community government, education and lifestyles in Bergen and Passaic counties. She is the founder of hyperlocal news sites Midland Park Press and Northwest Bergen Press.

Abma joined the Daily Voice in August 2015 to launch the North Jersey sites. 

She was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

Rebecca Abma's Contributions

News
Washington Township A&P Remains On Auction Block Washington Township A&P Remains On Auction Block
Washington Township A&P Remains On Auction Block WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The fate of the A&P store in Washington Township remains uncertain following another round of bidding in A&P’s bankruptcy auctions, northjersey.com reports. The grocery store company, which filed for bankruptcy in July, has found buyers for all but eight of its properties in Bergen and Passaic counties. Another round of bidding is planned for Thursday. Last week, 108 properties went up for auction, with buyers for 36 properties, according to the website. Stores that are not purchased will likely return to their landlords.  CLICK HERE to read the full sto…

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Ramsey Pathmark Remains On Auction Block Ramsey Pathmark Remains On Auction Block
Ramsey Pathmark Remains On Auction Block RAMSEY, N.J. — The fate of Pathmark in Ramsey remains uncertain following another round of bidding in A&P’s bankruptcy auctions, northjersey.com reports. Pathmark is owned by A&P.  The grocery store company, which filed for bankruptcy protection in July, has found buyers for all but eight of its properties in Bergen and Passaic counties. Another round of bidding is planned for Thursday. Last week, 108 properties went up for auction, with buyers for 36 properties, according to the website. Stores that are not purchased will likely return to their landlords.  CLICK HERE to read the f…

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Hackensack Pathmark Remains On Auction Block Hackensack Pathmark Remains On Auction Block
Hackensack Pathmark Remains On Auction Block HACKENSACK, N.J. — The fate of Pathmark supermarket in Hackensack remains uncertain following another round of bidding in A&P’s bankruptcy auctions, northjersey.com reports. Pathmark is owned by A&P. The grocery store company, which filed for bankruptcy in July, has found buyers for all but eight of its properties in Bergen and Passaic counties. Another round of bidding is planned for Thursday. Last week, 108 properties went up for auction, with buyers for 36 properties, according to the website. Stores that are not purchased will likely return to their landlords.  CLICK HERE to r…

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Lifestyle
Meet Author Nicholas Sparks In Northvale Oct. 15 Meet Author Nicholas Sparks In Northvale Oct. 15
Meet Author Nicholas Sparks In Northvale Oct. 15 NORTHVALE, N.J. — New York Times Best Selling author Nicholas Sparks is coming to Books & Greetings Oct. 15 to promote his new book “See Me.” Sparks, best-known as the author of “The Notebook,” wrote several other titles that were turned into movies, including “Nights in Rodanthe,” “Dear John,” and “The Longest Ride.” The new book, which hits stores Oct. 13, is his 18th novel. Tickets are required for the event. When you purchase the book from Books & Greetings, you will receive a numbered ticket, which is your number in the signing line. Books may be purchased in person on by phon…

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News
Wayne, Woodland Park A&Ps Remain On Auction Block Wayne, Woodland Park A&Ps Remain On Auction Block
Wayne, Woodland Park A&Ps Remain On Auction Block WAYNE, N.J. — The fate of A&P stores in Wayne and Woodland Park remains uncertain following another round of bidding in A&P’s bankruptcy auctions, northjersey.com reports. The grocery store company, which filed for bankruptcy in July, has found buyers for all but eight of its properties in Bergen and Passaic counties. Another round of bidding is planned for Thursday. Last week, 108 properties went up for auction, with buyers for 36 properties, according to the website. Stores that are not purchased will likely return to their landlords.  Last week, the Food Basics stores on Van Hou…

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Sports
Wood-Ridge Mayor's 5K Benefits Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Wood-Ridge Mayor's 5K Benefits Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Wood-Ridge Mayor's 5K Benefits Cystic Fibrosis Foundation WOOD-RIDGE, N.J. — Run to cure cystic fibrosis at the sixth annual Wood-Ridge Mayor’s 5K on Sunday, Oct. 11. Sponsored by Mayor Paul Sarlo and the borough of Wood-Ridge, the race begins at 9:30 a.m. at Wood-Ridge High School and runs a course that begins on Woodridge Street and follows a loop on Boulevard.  Registration begins at 8 a.m. Register by mail through Oct. 8, online before Oct. 10, or on race-day for a $25 fee.  CLICK HERE for more details.

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Police & Fire
Lakeland Regional Students Caught With OxyContin At School Lakeland Regional Students Caught With OxyContin At School
Lakeland Regional Students Caught With OxyContin At School WANAQUE, N.J. — A 15-year-old Lakeland Regional High School student was to be issued a delinquency complaint after police said he stole OxyContin from his mother and shared it with two classmates, northjersey.com reported.  The three students took OxyContin on school property during school hours, according to the website.One of the girls had a resulting medical issue that brought the drugs to the attention of school officials, northjersey.com reported.. CLICK HERE for the full story.

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Politics
Three Passaic County Freeholder Seats Up For Grabs In November Election Three Passaic County Freeholder Seats Up For Grabs In November Election
Three Passaic County Freeholder Seats Up For Grabs In November Election PASSAIC COUNTY, N.J. — Six Candidates are vying for three seats on the Passaic County Board of Chosen Freeholders in the Nov. 3 election. The Democratic slate: Cassandra Lassara of Little Falls Hector Lora of Passaic (incumbent) John Bartlett of Wayne (incumbent) The Republican slate: Joseph S. Cupoli, of Clifton Joan M. Walsh of Wayne Sami T. Merhi of Totowa The 2015 General Election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 3, with polls open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. The voter registration deadline is Oct. 13. Passaic County voters can’t get to the polls on Election Day may vote ahead of time at…

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Lifestyle
DVlicious Asks: Who Makes The Best Pizza in Passaic County? Nominate Now DVlicious Asks: Who Makes The Best Pizza in Passaic County? Nominate Now
DVlicious Asks: Who Makes The Best Pizza in Passaic County? Nominate Now PASSAIC COUNTY, N.J. – Thin, well done or stuffed crust. There are few foods that attract such loyalty – and such fierce debate – as pizza. Daily Voice is hoping to crown one pizza place the best of the best. With our new DVlicious feature, readers can tell us who they think out cheeses the rest. The winner will be dubbed the Best Pizza in Passaic County. So tell us your favorite place to get a slice in Passaic County in the comments below or email your nomination to DVliciousNJ@dailyvoice.com. Next week, we'll announce the five finalists and give you an opportunity to vote on your favorit…

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Lifestyle
DVlicious Seeks Nominations: Who Makes The Best Pizza in Bergen? DVlicious Seeks Nominations: Who Makes The Best Pizza in Bergen?
DVlicious Seeks Nominations: Who Makes The Best Pizza in Bergen? BERGEN COUNTY, N.J. – Thin, well done or stuffed crust. There are few foods that attract such loyalty – and such fierce debate – as pizza. Daily Voice is hoping to crown one pizza place the best of the best. With our new DVlicious feature, readers can tell us who they think out cheeses the rest. The winner will be dubbed the Best Pizza in Bergen County. So tell us your favorite place to get a slice in Bergen in the comments below or email your nomination to DVliciousNJ@dailyvoice.com. Next week, we'll announce the five finalists and give you an opportunity to vote on your favorite. We'll t…

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