Fourth of July, School Bullying Report This Week

By Patch Editor Jessica Mazzola

It’s shaping up to be a busy holiday week in Mahwah. Here’s a look at some of the stories you can expect to see on Patch this week. Got an idea for a story you’d like to see on the site? Email it to Jessica.mazzola@patch.com.  

The Fourth of July

Mahwah is in holiday weekend mode! Though Mahwah does not have an Independence Day celebration, look to Patch all week for Fourth prep and coverage of other local events! And, planning your Fourth of July weekend is going to be a snap. Look to Patch to find out what is open in town, what’s closed, and what our recommendations are for nearby events.

School Bullying Report

At a Mahwah Board of Education meeting last week, school officials presented an analysis of its Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying initiative from this school year. For a look at what the township schools are doing to combat bullying, and what their goals are for next year, check Patch this week.

Cadets Go Marching

A group of local teenagers is working to start an honor guard that will likely participate in Ramsey parades and other town functions, as well as competitions. Find out more about this Air Force-affiliated group, and why it is working to start up a local guard, this week.

Biking Made Easy

With the Fourth of July happening this week, summertime on Patch is officially underway. Check Patch for the scoop on biking in the borough this summer – where you can go, which spots are the best, maps to help get you there, and more.