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Arthur Augustyn

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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.

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Neighbors
Ramsey Rockstar Stumbles Into Stardom Ramsey Rockstar Stumbles Into Stardom
Ramsey Rockstar Stumbles Into Stardom RAMSEY, N.J.  — Steve Bello wanted to be a guitarist since hearing Led Zeppelin at 4 years old, but the Ramsey-based rockstar said his career wasn't planned. "My instrumental career basically happened by accident," Bello said. The musician spent years trying to get a record deal during the late 1980s and early 90s before eventually getting fatigued by the hoops required to jump through in order to get noticed. "I got tired of it. I worked in music retail for a number of years and a music teacher," Bello said. During the time when Bello wasn't recording or performing, h…

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Events
Jersey Alzheimer's Organization Focuses On 'Frontline Support' In Lodi Jersey Alzheimer's Organization Focuses On 'Frontline Support' In Lodi
Jersey Alzheimer's Organization Focuses On 'Frontline Support' In Lodi LODI, N.J. — Alzheimer's 101, hosted in Lodi later this month, shows how it takes more than physician care to help a person who can't necessarily get through the day's mundane tasks without assistance.  The program is organized by Alzheimer's NJ and focuses on an integral part of care that's occasionally overlooked: the caregivers. "It’s the family caregiver who’s the frontline support," Alzheimer's NJ CEO Ken Zaentz said. The non-profit operates all over Bergen and Passaic county and uniquely draws attention to the importance of giving caregivers a break. "Even if it’s an …

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Business
Rutherford's Slice Of Italy Found At Matera's On Park Rutherford's Slice Of Italy Found At Matera's On Park
Rutherford's Slice Of Italy Found At Matera's On Park RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The cozy interior along with the authentic food of Matera's On Park is meant to create a homey Italian atmosphere for Rutherford's Park Avenue. "Everything we make is like Mom’s," Chef and General Manager Erica Russo said.  "You sit at the table and you don’t feel like you’re out having lunch, it’s like you’re sitting at home and your mom put a plate in front of you." RELATED: Ridgefield Park Deli Runs On Family Hoping to bring the culture, food and feel of the Italian city co-owner Mark Forte's family originated from, the business was fittingly named…

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Neighbors
Art Assists Retired Actors At Englewood's Lillian Booth Home Art Assists Retired Actors At Englewood's Lillian Booth Home
Art Assists Retired Actors At Englewood's Lillian Booth Home ENGLEWOOD, N.J. — Yalile Azate went to school for fine arts, but found her outlet of expression by helping seniors at Englewood's Lillian Booth Home. The center was founded by The Actors Fund to assist senior retired actors. Some of the residents of Lillian Booth have memory problems such as dementia or Alzheimer's, but their artistic core remains.  "Even though you’ve declined mentally you’re still able to create art, that part never dies in you," Director of Recreation and Volunteers Yalile Azate said. RELATED: Lodi Residents Keep Stress Inside The Lines With Adult Coloring Op…

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Business
On The Go? Spa O In Hasbrouck Heights Will Come To You On The Go? Spa O In Hasbrouck Heights Will Come To You
On The Go? Spa O In Hasbrouck Heights Will Come To You HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, N.J. — Lisa Dominguez grew up around the beauty industry but wanted her work to be more flexible than restricting herself to the Hasbrouck Heights area. Two years ago, after being the co-owner at a typical spa, she started Spa O On The Go. The service lets Dominguez and her crew travel to clients homes or chosen locations for spa treatments. Her business has attracted celebrity clients including rapper Desiigner, beauty-pageant star Audris Rijo and model Kim Bella.  RELATED: Spa In Edgewater Is Getaway If You Can't Get Away Dominguez was recently featured on New Jersey'…

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Lifestyle
Edgewater Hiker Treks Over 100 Miles Of Jersey Wilderness Edgewater Hiker Treks Over 100 Miles Of Jersey Wilderness
Edgewater Hiker Treks Over 100 Miles Of Jersey Wilderness EDGEWATER, N.J. — Before becoming a nature enthusiast, David Blanke described himself as a guy who "grew up in an apartment" in Fort Lee and Edgewater.  Now he's committed to hiking 106 miles of New Jersey's Highlands Trail. Blanke always had an interest in hiking but felt intimidated by all the things that might go wrong. "I had to do so much research just to get comfortable going out there. What if something goes wrong? What if I get hurt? What if I get lost? What if I encounter a bear, or a tick or a snake?" Blanke said. He felt more confident after doing some resea…

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News
Teen Kills Baby Snake Moments After Purchase, Lodi Store Employees Say Teen Kills Baby Snake Moments After Purchase, Lodi Store Employees Say
Teen Kills Baby Snake Moments After Purchase, Lodi Store Employees Say LODI, N.J. — A teenager killed a 2-month old snake moments after purchasing it from a Lodi pet shop, store officials told Daily Voice. NJ Exotic Pets employees saw the teen arguing with his father in the parking lot moments after purchasing the albino corn snake. RELATED: LODI STORE FINDS NEW HOMES FOR EXOTIC PETS The teen, who employees said has purchased several reptiles from the shop, was arguing in another language with his father, before he threw the snake on the ground and stomped on its head, killing it, employees told Daily Voice. Based on the argument, it appeared to store offici…

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Business
Spa In Edgewater Is Getaway If You Can't Get Away Spa In Edgewater Is Getaway If You Can't Get Away
Spa In Edgewater Is Getaway If You Can't Get Away EDGEWATER, N.J. — Stressed commuters may dream of a weekend getaway in a faraway place, but instead of flying across the world they could drive to Edgewater's SoJo Spa Club. SoJo's General Manager, Atif Youssef, has lived in Bergen County for most of his life, he currently lives in Rutherford. Youssef said he's been happy to see Edgewater utilize empty plots for new businesses. "I remember driving on river road — there was nothing there," Youssef said. "From the Lincoln Tunnel to George Washington Bridge, that area has really turned around 180 degrees." SoJo is primaril…

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Police & Fire
North Arlington Gas Station Fire Quickly Doused North Arlington Gas Station Fire Quickly Doused
North Arlington Gas Station Fire Quickly Doused NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. -- North Arlington firefighters quickly put down a small blaze Wednesday in the office of a closed gas station. A light ballast ignited insulation, causing the fire at the Delta Gas on Ridge Road just before 12:30 p.m. Lyndhurst firefighters joined their North Arlington colleagues.

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Business
Quirky Rutherford Outlet Curates Items With Personality Quirky Rutherford Outlet Curates Items With Personality
Quirky Rutherford Outlet Curates Items With Personality RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Laurel LaPorta has found a way to express who she is by the styles she chooses. Her store in Rutherford, Vintage Living, offers others the chance to wear their personality on their sleeve. Vintage Living could be described as an antique store, but LaPorta prefers to refer to the place as a collection of "memories." The store is setup through color-coding, but the real connective thread between each item is their uniqueness.  Everything from stylish hunting jackets, quirky ashtrays, liquor glasses, old-fashioned silverware and everything in between is on display…

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