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🌱 Patch AM: Why getting new books in Paramus might soon take longer

Also, don't miss Step into a World of Holiday Magic with The Nutcracker! on the Paramus Patch calendar

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Morning Paramus! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why getting new books in Paramus might soon take longer
  • How one Paramus counselor earned top honors at West Brook Middle
  • Can Paramus and Paramus Catholic repeat their wrestling title runs?

Also on today's calendar: Step into a World of Holiday Magic with The Nutcracker! and 9 more events.

Find out what's happening in Paramusfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: I once read a book about anti-gravity. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Paramusfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Friday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 36 and low of 25 degrees.
  • Saturday: Rather cloudy, temps: high: 40, low: 25.
  • Sunday: Colder; morning snow, with a high of 30 and low of 21 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Longtime Book Supplier for Paramus Library to Shut Down (tapinto.net) — Paramus Public Library is bracing for delays in new books after longtime supplier Baker & Taylor shuts down operations in January 2026. Staff are shifting to a new vendor, urging residents to keep visiting the library and use its 24/7 digital collection while they work to minimize disruptions.
   

2. 'It's an honor to be recognized,' Paramus School Counselor Named Educational Services Professional of the Year (tapinto.net) — A Paramus school counselor at West Brook Middle School has been named the district’s Educational Services Professional of the Year for 2025–26, honoring his work with 5th-grade transitions and 8th-grade leadership. He says he’s driven by his own middle school experiences and is proud to advocate for Paramus students and their families.
   

3. North Jersey wrestling team-by-team previews for 2025-26 season (northjersey.com) — Paramus and Paramus Catholic wrestling fans get an early look at how their teams stack up in this season’s Big North and NJIC battles. The preview highlights returning state qualifiers, key transfers, and league-title hopes for the Spartans, Paladins, and their North Jersey rivals as the 2025-26 campaign begins.
   

4. NJBIZ unveils 2025 Business of the Year award winners (njbiz.com) — A statewide NJBIZ awards ceremony has recognized companies and executives from across New Jersey, including New Concepts for Living, a Paramus-based nonprofit, as a finalist in the large nonprofit category. The honors spotlight organizations for business growth, community impact, and professional excellence, giving Paramus residents a reason to notice their hometown nonprofit’s statewide recognition.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

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