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Fanwood Halloween Parade, Costume Contest Canceled
Despite the cancelation of these two events, several other Halloween events in Fanwood are still happening.

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Despite the cancelation of these two events, several other Halloween events in Fanwood are still happening.

Originally scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020, at 7 p.m. at Watchung Hills Regional High, the meeting will now be held remotely.
On Monday, the district opened schools for in-person and virtual instruction.
Rep. Malinowski will host a virtual forum Friday, Oct. 16 to discuss the threats posed by white nationalism, anti-Semitism, etc.
The demand for personal protective equipment, especially the highly-coveted, NOISH-approved N95 respirator, remains high, officials said.
A second winning Powerball ticket was also purchased in Hudson County.
Hector Santiago, 54, is facing multiple charges, including first-degree attempted murder and unlawful possession of a weapon.
The Wayne licensing center, road test site, and inspection station will be closed to customers for all three days.
Adrian Lapinski, 29, of Garfield has been charged with possession and distribution of child pornography.
Expected to open sometime in 2021, the Paramus Krispy Kreme will make doughnuts on-site, have a drive-thru and offer a full menu.
Mohammad Abass, 40, of Newark, has been charged with invasion of privacy and criminal trespass.
Eight Ridgewood High School students have been designated semifinalists in the 66th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.
The market will be open for the last time this year on Wednesday, Oct. 14 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., rain or shine.
Anthony Gracia, 31, of Wayne, Pennsylvania is facing multiple drug charges.
The Glen Rock Police Department is asking the public's help in tracking down the suspect.
Wagner Checonolasco, 33, of Lyndhurst is accused of stealing prescription HIV medication from the East Orange VA Medical Center pharmacy.
U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito said Juan Torres, 27, of Hackensack stole checks sent through the mail and deposited them into his account.
The Draconid meteor shower is peaking over Fair Lawn. October is filled with celestial delights, including a rare Halloween blue moon.
The Draconid meteor shower is peaking over Westwood. October is filled with celestial delights, including a rare Halloween blue moon.
The Draconid meteor shower is peaking over Paramus. October is filled with celestial delights, including a rare Halloween blue moon.