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NJ high school accused of banning yellow ribbons honoring Israeli hostages: ‘Blatant antisemitism’
A New Jersey high school banned yellow ribbons meant to symbolize support for the Israeli hostages during a club fair — a “blatant’’ display of antisemitism, furious critics say. Some Fair Lawn High School parents and the group StopAntisemitism also complained that the presence of Israel’s flag during the event, which was partly promoting a trip to Israel, was not allowed because the administration deemed it too “political” — while members of the Muslim Student Association were allowed to display a keffiyeh. “What happened at Fair Lawn High School is an alarming case of hypocrisy and blatant antisemitism,” said Liora Rez, founder of StopAntisemitism....
Club Fair Controversy: Fair Lawn High School Principal Issues Statement
A report by the NY Post published Sunday, Oct. 6 says that Israeli flags and yellow ribbons representing the Israeli hostages Oct. 7, 2023 were banned at the Wednesday, Oct. 2 club fair, as administrators felt they were "too political." On Monday, Oct. 7, FLHS Principal Paul Gorski issued a...
Nearly 30 Catholic schools have closed in N.J. in recent years. See the list.
It is a saga that has played out repeatedly in New Jersey: Parents, students and alumni mourning the abrupt loss of a beloved Catholic school. The latest example is in Jersey City, where the 138-year-old St. Nicholas Catholic School permanently closed over the summer. If you purchase a product or...
NJ high school students get a ‘dream’ surprise at American Dream
EAST RUTHERFORD — Students from one New Jersey high school got the surprise of their life while on a field trip with their teacher on Tuesday afternoon. Union High School history and cultural studies teacher, Nicholas Ferroni took a group of students on a field trip to the New Jersey Hall of Fame at American Dream in East Rutherford, where they ran into and got to meet actor Paul Rudd.
Fair Lawn School District Speaks to Disruption at October 2 Club Fair
FAIR LAWN, NJ - The school district emailed a letter to the community after it found “recent media coverage” of the October 2 Club Fair at the high school “inaccurate.”The letter did not state what media source it was referring to.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe Club Fair, an annual event, showcases more than 60 student organizations, and is organized “with the oversight of faculty advisors and school administration." “All clubs received equal guidance,” the letter said.According to the school district, “During this year’s Club Fair, both the Muslim Student Association (MSA) and...
At Columbia University, scene of intense protests, a calmer situation on Oct. 7
MORNINGSIDE HEIGHTS, Manhattan (PIX11) — For much of this year, Columbia University in New York City has been the scene for anti-Israel demonstrations that have set a precedent for campus demonstrations worldwide. On Monday, protests continued at Columbia University, but normally tight security and restrictions for entrance to the campus were made that much more […]
HS Football: Wood-Ridge Slides Down One, Hasbrouck Heights Up One in North Group 1 rankings
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – The top two teams in North Group 1 football have solidified their spots, while there have been a few teams quickly rising up the rankings in the latest rankings at the end of Week 5.Cedar Grove sits in the first spot, undefeated at 6-0, and holding a win over fifth-ranked Verona. Butler, 5-0, who faced then third-ranked New Milford, won handily, 41-7 to keep the two spot. The Knights, however, only dropped one spot, to fourth with a 4-1 record. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERNew Providence has been quickly climbing...
Traffic alerts; Lawler's college-era MJ 'homage'; school board emoji-gate: Rockland Angle
Congrats to Jawonio and its store, "Brick it Again," for earning the 2024 Program Innovation Award from CP of New York State. This bright little store resells Lego and Duplo and offers people important job training. Check out our story here. Meet the candidates: The 17th Congressional District, which includes all of Rockland and...
Wayne Hills football makes a statement by beating crosstown rival
WAYNE – Wayne Hills is back on top of one of North Jersey's best rivalries. And maybe back on the map, too. Powered by a strong defense and the speed of receiver Max de Lagarde, the Patriots upset No. 7 Wayne Valley, 17-7, before a packed home crowd on Saturday night. ...
Columbia donations drop nearly 29% to $21.4M in wake of anti-Israel protests
Columbia University saw donations at its annual fundraiser drop nearly 29% after the spate of anti-Israel protests on campus earlier this year. The annual “Giving Day” event brought in $21.4 million in 2024, compared to $30 million in 2022, the last time the event was held, according to campus newspaper Columbia Spectator. Giving Day was postponed in 2023 due to the Oct. 7 Hamas attack and the ensuing protests. The Ivy League university also saw a nearly 28% drop in the number of gifts, falling from 19,229 in 2022 to 13,870, the lowest since 2015, the paper said. Brooklyn spa owner believes her...
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