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Arthur Augustyn

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aaugustyn@dailyvoice.com

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Arthur Augustyn grew up in Massachusetts, went to school in New York and lived in California before joining Daily Voice's team in New Jersey. His past work at local newspapers and global websites has given him a broad range of experiences to pull from when he's out reporting.

Arthur was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

Arthur Augustyn's Contributions

Neighbors

Self-Made Osteoporosis Expert Self-Publishes In Ridgefield RIDGEFIELD, N.J. — One day, Ridgefield local Yochana Khayat realized her late-night curiosity had developed into encyclopedic knowledge. Khayat began studying osteoporosis, a disease that causes brittle bones due to tissue loss, after reading an article about adults shrinking in height as they grow older. The article linked osteoporosis to this phenomena. The details of the disease grabbed her attention. "My intrigue was piqued and there was no turning back," Khayat said. Her interest in the disease led her to self-publish a book about its effects and how it can be treated. Ac…

by Arthur Augustyn

12/26/2016

Neighbors

Englewood DJ Tells Human Interest Stories With A Twist ENGLEWOOD, N.J. — Over a thousand people tune in every month to follow the beat of Dan Shiver's Englewood-based radio show. "Follow My Beat" started in 2010 as an extension to Shiver's DJ pursuits, and it has expanded in scope since. "I try to accomplish three things every show. I try to be motivational, I want to give out solid information and I do commentary," said Shiver, who serves as both host and producer. He describes his show as "human interest stories with a twist." Shiver has interviewed rappers, politicians, ministers and young children to get their…

by Arthur Augustyn

12/23/2016

Business

Frozen Yogurt Opens Amidst Frozen Season In Fort Lee FORT LEE, N.J. — Frozen yogurt lovers have more to choose from than the 16 handles now offered in Fort Lee. The frozen yogurt company 16 Handles, opened a franchise in Fort Lee on Saturday, Dec. 17. It also has a Paramus location. The self-serve froyo company rotates nearly 100 different flavors through each location's 16 handles. For the month of the December, the company is offering White Chocolate Peppermint. In January they'll roll out a pistachio flavor. The Fort Lee location intended to open earlier in the year but the opening was pushed back due to construction scheduling. &quo…

by Arthur Augustyn

12/22/2016

Neighbors

Lodi Photographer Reveals Hidden Gems On Instagram LODI, N.J. — Photographer Evan Febrillet of Lodi is on a mission to capture his subjects' true selves on film. "When people see [the portrait], you feel like you kind of know the person," said Febrillet, known to friends as "Febbers." The self-proclaimed cinema geek went to William Patterson University intending to break into the film world. His aspirations shifted as the reality of the business sunk in. "You go to school and expect all these things about filmmaking," he said, "and you get to your last year and realize the real side of filmmaking — ther…

by Arthur Augustyn

12/22/2016

Neighbors

Pet's Death Brings Owner's New Life As Animal Volunteer In Cliffside Park CLIFFSIDE PARK, N.J. — The day Kristi Heller's 19-year-old dog died, she immediately began her volunteer work at Bergen County Protect and Rescue Foundation in Cliffside Park. "I got [my dog] when I was 19. From when I was in college, got married and bought my house, she was with me half my life," Volunteer Kristi Heller said. "I thought I would need to be euthanized that’s how depressed I was." She poured herself into volunteering at the animal shelter. It has become a part of her life. Heller described how her drive pushes her to work all hours of the day. She'll answ…

by Arthur Augustyn

12/21/2016

Business

Steve's Burgers Serves 'Em Simple In Garfield GARFIELD, N.J. — The owner of Steve's Burgers in Garfield likes to keep things simple. "I serve most of my burgers plain unless otherwise requested," Stephen Chrisomalis said. He said specialty burgers -- like double bacon burgers, mac and cheese burgers and fried egg burgers -- are getting popular. He serves some specialty items, but that's not what his place is about. "You don't need all that stuff if you have a good product." Steve's has risen in popularity since it opened six years ago. Chrisomalis said some have driven two hours to try his burgers, but most custom…

by Arthur Augustyn

12/21/2016

Neighbors

Fourth Grader Flexes Math Muscle, Wins Fort Lee Competition FORT LEE, N.J. — Fort Lee's Mathnasium Trimathalon was won by a fourth-grade student from Edgewater. The math learning center holds open mathematic competitions, called "Trimathalons," and awards the victor with scholarships for Mathnasium courses. Daniel Gilman from Edgewater claimed victory in the latest competition after answering a series of grade-level appropriate math puzzles. Gilman is a student at Primoris Academy, a private school located in Westwood. The competitions are open to all students. Entry is free. Mathnasium donates $10 to an organization for each child that …

by Arthur Augustyn

12/19/2016

Neighbors

Not Another Hallmark Card: West Milford Gift-Makers Get Personal WEST MILFORD, N.J. — Mary Scalera from West Milford has always been a "gift card person." She likes giving gift cards as presents but said the process was lacking something. "You just buy some generic card and put a gift card in it," said Scalera, who owns Gift Cards 4 Gift Cards. "It should be more personal." Scalera had been making personalized cards for her friends and family for many years. She'd write the cards according to each person's personality and interests so it felt like a genuine message instead of a carbon-copy. Now she runs a business cap…

by Arthur Augustyn

12/19/2016

Lifestyle

Wallington Teacher Joins Unique Approach To Selling Makeup WALLINGTON, N.J. — Laura Bonk always loved doing makeup but wasn't sure how to make a career out of it. Now she sells makeup online out of her Wallington home. She uses a Facebook group, Laura's Beauty Bar, to connect with people around Bergen County. Her interest in makeup has persisted for a long time. "As a high school student I was doing my mom’s makeup." She sells products through Younique, a cosmetics company that allows people to gain customers and make commission on sales. Bonk has not made the transition to full-time makeup work just yet. She currently works as a physi…

by Arthur Augustyn

12/16/2016

Neighbors

Norwood Family Starts Birthday Tradition Helping Local Rescue NORWOOD, N.J. — The Silberberg family of Norwood was used to the routine of birthdays, but this year thought they'd try something new. Instead of collecting presents, the family is taking donations for the Bergen County Protect and Rescue Foundation in Cliffside Park. Orit Silberberg got the idea after seeing her son, Stav, rejoice over each newly opened present only to toss it aside for the next one. "We’re very lucky to have that but it’s not really necessary," Silberberg said. "Kids get 10 to 15 presents, open them all at once and only play with some." She brought…

by Arthur Augustyn

12/14/2016

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